Libya: By what right?
By Sir Ronald Sanders There has been a great debate over the military action in Libya by several Western governments, supported by some Arab governments. The central question has been: by what right are these governments intervening in the internal affairs of a state? Some context is necessary for the intervention that has been authorised [...]
Driver claims he was kidnapped
- police recover Ruger 40 automatic pistol, 9mm and cash Police believe that they have wounded one of the perpetrators of last Friday nights attack on a D’Urban Street businessman, during a shootout at Cummings Lodge on the Lower East Coast of Demerara. A police source told this newspaper yesterday that based on what appeared [...]
Works Ministry hammer falls on Canadian High Commission
Plans to build a security hut at the Canadian High Commission yesterday came to a screeching halt as workers from the Ministry of Public Works and Communication descended and removed several steel encased concrete poles that were erected on the road reserve. The workers arrived on scene shortly after noon and removed one of the [...]
Ramotar gets the edge to become PPP Presidential Candidate
Donald Ramotar, who sits at the helm of the ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP), looks the most likely candidate to be the party’s presidential candidate at this year’s elections. He effectively needs just nine votes to secure the nod of the Central Executive Committee which meets to make a decision tomorrow. Ramotar, who fellow candidates [...]
Death row inmates appealing to commute death sentence
By Rabindra Rooplall Forty Death Row inmates are appealing their death sentence since the National Assembly in October 2010, voted to amend the Act abolishing the mandatory imposition of the death penalty against people convicted of murder. However, the death penalty remains applicable for certain categories of murder. This was done when Attorney General and [...]
Dem boys seh…Canada gun now tek way Guyanese visa
India win de World Cup and it cause problems in some place. Ganda invite some friends to watch de match pun TV that he get as part of de One Laptop Per Family programme fuh help out wid de education pun TV channel. Dem boys seh that he had a Sri Lankan servant and to [...]
Four decades of selfless service in nursing
Jean Persaud is a ‘Special Person’ “It’s not just about the money. Yes, money is important, but I feel so good when I treat somebody and they come back and say, ‘Nurse, that tablet really helped. Look how good I feel.’ That gives me satisfaction.” By Dale Andrews If ever you venture into the tiny [...]
Police kill suspect in house breaking episode
Up to press time yesterday police were trying to ascertain the identity of a man who was shot and killed at ‘B’ Field Sophia. Reports are that the man who is of African descent was shot some time around 02:00 hours yesterday. This newspaper was told that persons in the area were awakened after dogs [...]
Land next to Sparendaam cemetery was properly secured – ‘Buddy’s’ Official
An official from Buddy’s has stated that the land next to the Sparendaam burial ground was secured through all the right channels and is not the government’s reserve. This comes following an article published in the Stabroek News of March 21 under the headline “Big building going up next to Saprendaam burial ground”. Speaking on [...]
From the Diaspora…Why should the Diaspora care what happens in Guyana?
By Ralph Seeram My cell phone beeped and the text message flashed across the screen “great New Amsterdam article, Kaieteur News, New York edition”. This text message surprised me, not because of the comment from the reader, but rather because it was sent to my cell phone. As far as I knew I only gave [...]
Immigration TALK: Rights & Responsibilities of a Green Card Holder
By: Attorney Gail S. Seeram A green card is issued to all permanent residents as proof that they are authorized to live and work in the United States. If you are a permanent resident age 18 or older, you are required to have a valid green card in your possession at all times. Current green [...]
New Amsterdam Rotary Club awards outstanding contributors
One organization and one individual were awarded when the Rotary Club of New Amsterdam held its World Understanding and Peace Awareness Dinner and Awards ceremony at the Caribbean Cuisine, Number Two Village, East Canje, Berbice. The awards ceremony and dinner saw the recognition of the need for peace and harmony. It is customary that in [...]
Gayadin produces blistering 36.3 seconds to grab Group 3 pole
-Jeffrey top of the grid in Group 4 Judging from the times recorded by drivers in Group 4 and 3, motor racing fans across Guyana are in for an exhilarating day of daredevilry when the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club hosts its season opener today, at the recently resurfaced South Dakota Circuit. Headlining the [...]
Ex-GRA officer seeks redress after dismissal
…Investigations by OP reveals that he should be reinstated Almost six years after being dismissed from the Customs and Trade Administration of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) Richard Prince, is seeking redress and justice since he believes he was wrongfully discharged. After his dismissal in June 2005, Prince said that he petitioned Office of the [...]
GCB President frustrated as Labour Ministry’s slow progress stall Elections
By Sean Devers Once a West Indian cricketing power-house, Guyana endured its worst ever First-Class season this year. In addition to the poor showing on the field, allegations of political interference and the power-struggle among Cricket Board officials continue to affect this country’s national sport. Guyana’s hosting of matches in the Digicel home series involving [...]
Crosse eyes century for MSC
By Sean Devers Malteenoes eighteen-year-old left-hander Kwame Crosse looks well set for his second first division century while National batsmen Leon Johnson and Vishaul Singh hit fifties for GCC on the opening day of the latest round in the Georgetown Cricket Association’s Carib/Heroes Cup two-day first division cricket competition yesterday. At the Guyana Defence Force [...]
Linden Foundation slump to second straight defeat
- LTI make strong claim for 2011 title By Edison Jefford It became even clearer Friday evening that there will be a new champion in the Victory Valley Royals 2011 Schools’ Championships after defending champs, Linden Foundation slumped to their second straight defeat at the McKenzie Sports Club Court. Unless there is an unprecedented transformation [...]
“The cream rises to the top while the tail wags the dog!”
Colin E. H. Croft That India and Sri Lanka got to the final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 was no coincidence. Despite tremendous pressures, as hosts, they have been the teams that have played the best, most consistent, attractive cricket overall during the tournament. Sometimes, the cream actually does rise to the top! Sri [...]
Wolf Warriors, Trophy Stall Angels into quarter-finals
With the remaining round of the Super 16 to be played today at the Everest Cricket Club, this year’s GT&T 10/10 Softball Cricket Competition is swinging into full gear and yesterday’s matches at the Uitvlugt Community Centre ground bore testimony of this with some exciting performances. Among the highlights were the individual performances of Affiance [...]
Alien remanded for forged passports
Gloria Barahina Guevara, a 39-year-old was on Friday refused bail by acting Chief Magistrate Priya Beharry when the woman appeared on two counts of uttering forged Spanish passports to Guyana’s immigration authority. It is alleged that on March 26, at Ogle Airport, East Bank Demerara, the accused uttered to an immigration officer, a forged Spanish [...]
A brutal awakening – The escalating nature of domestic violence
According to one writer, “love shouldn’t hurt, drag you through an emotional roller coaster or leave you feeling like less of a person.” However, this is perhaps how being in love had left Tiffiney Jackson feeling, after years of verbal abuse and an attack last year which nearly claimed her life. The perpetrator, Sheldon Braithwaite, [...]
Divisional Egalitarianism – ‘unhealing’ the land
By Michael Benjamin The old belief that all men are born equal may be deemed sound thinking until one arrives in Guyana. A friend once proclaimed that all Guyanese are equal but some are more equal than others. The late Executive President, Forbes Burnham, once spoke of creating opportunities for all Guyanese within the context [...]
Freddie should consider emulating Jeffrey’s scholarly penmanship
Dear Editor, I applaud Adam Harris and Stella for their principled positions on journalistic integrity as exemplified by their unwillingness to support Freddie Kissoon’s unsubstantiated claims. I am also most impressed with Dr. Henrey Jeffrey’s writings although I don’t support all of his analysis and views. I never met Jeffrey but I admire the man’s [...]
Book centre gears for Easter weekend
Yesterday Guyana Reading and Research Centre (GRRC) launched its biggest and longest book sale at its new location on Woolford Avenue. According to the director, Rupert Hopkinson the new location is now considered the permanent home and is called “Bookland”. Hopkinson added that more than 200,000 various kinds of books are on sale at “Bookland”. [...]
The current military campaign in Libya raises many questions
Dear Editor, The current military campaign in Libya raises many unanswered questions on the necessity for even-handedness on the part of those with the policing wherewithal in the international community. Judging from the swiftness of the ongoing military campaign in Libya, are we to assume that the world is now entering a new phase in [...]
