Hope ton powers Windies to series-levelling win over India
(Reuters) – Shai Hope struck another century as West Indies beat India by 24 runs in the fourth Twenty20 in Hyderabad on Wednesday to level the five-match series at 2-2.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Stories published on this date.
Fire spreads to four buildings at Cummings Street and North Road
A fire has spread to four buildings at Cummings Street and North Road, Georgetown, behind Akbar Auto Sales, the Guyana Fire Service said in an update.
House destroyed, occupant burnt after reported gas cylinder explosion at Goed Intent
A house at Lot 17 Goed Intent, West Bank Demerara, was destroyed by fire and an occupant sustained burns following a reported gas cylinder explosion, the Guyana Fire Service said.
Carl Singh seeks to represent Edghill at MV Barima inquiry —media told hearings cannot be livestreamed
Former Chancellor of the Judiciary and Chief Justice Carl Singh has indicated that he intends to represent Public Works Minister Juan Edghill before the Commission of Inquiry into the MV Barima tragedy, citing criticism of the minister in the public and media.
Guyana Cricket Board hails CWI batting camp
The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has welcomed the benefits of the Cricket West Indies (CWI) territorial batting camp, which concluded at the National Stadium on Friday, October 9.
Gov’t vows full force of law over Mohamed incident, says US Justice Dep’t being informed
The government last evening said the full force of the law would be applied following Monday night’s incident involving Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed and Special Branch Head, Senior Superintendent Prem Narine, and disclosed that the United States Department of Justice was being kept informed.
APNU backs pension lawsuit, calls for settlement of arrears
A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) has backed the High Court challenge over alleged underpayments to minimum-rate National Insurance Scheme pensioners and called on the government and the National Insurance Board to promptly settle any arrears found to be due.
No comparison should be entertained between killing of Yohance Douglas and shooting involving Opposition Leader
Dear Editor, I have tried my best to distance myself from social and political commentary concerning Guyana.
Calls for confirmation ignore judiciary’s fundamental problems
-Business and Economic Commentary by Christopher Ram The renewed calls for the substantive appointment of Guyana’s Chancellor and Chief Justice are understandable, given the prolonged reliance on acting appointments to fill the Judiciary’s two highest offices.
Opposition Leader’s office seeks diplomatic scrutiny of shooting, arrests
The Office of the Opposition Leader has urged diplomatic missions and international partners to monitor the shooting incident involving Azruddin Mohamed and two members of his staff, and called for an impartial examination of their arrests and the disputed discovery of a firearm in their vehicle.
Seeram case exposes rank hypocrisy of Nandlall and so many others
Dear Editor, On the next occasion that Guyana’s Hon Attorney General, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, MP opens his book of wisdom and expounds on the rule of law and respect for the law (and of laws, not men), I have a humble addition for inclusion in his encyclopedia.
Mohamed was highlighting alleged misuse of resources, sister says as supporters demand release
Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed was highlighting alleged misuse of state resources outside Special Branch Head Prem Narine’s residence when the confrontation leading to his arrest occurred, his sister Hadiyyah Mohamed said yesterday as relatives and supporters protested for his release outside the Kitty Police Station.
‘Sanko Boy’: We must stop treating domestic violence as a private matter
Dear Editor, As Guyana continues to grapple with daily occurrences of domestic violence, sexual abuse and femicide, I find myself reflecting on the lyrics of our traditional folk song, “Sanko Boy”: “Sanko boy you betta run, Sanko boy big fat police a come.
Barima families question BK’s salvage experience, demand recovery date
Relatives of victims of the MV Barima disaster yesterday questioned BK International’s experience in raising sunken vessels and called for a firm recovery date, saying the wreck could hold crucial evidence and the remains of loved ones still missing.
Man admits manslaughter after beating victim’s head against concrete foundation
A man who repeatedly struck another man’s head against a concrete foundation at Belle West, West Bank Demerara, in July 2016 has pleaded guilty to manslaughter and will be sentenced on November 5.
Guyana may scale back LNG plans over gas availability — Reuters
Guyana may reduce its proposed liquefied natural gas export project as ExxonMobil needs more gas than anticipated to sustain offshore oil production, Reuters reported yesterday, citing two people close to the discussions.
Mother pleads guilty to murdering four-year-old daughter
Lucinda Stephen yesterday pleaded guilty to murdering her four-year-old daughter, Rianna Ambrose, who died after being repeatedly struck on the head with a piece of wood in March last year.
Hicken rescinds Karimbaksh leave letter amid challenge to his authority
Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken has withdrawn his October 7 letter granting Deputy Commissioner Fazil Karimbaksh leave prior to retirement, citing further consideration of the constitutional and legal powers governing the office.
GTUC urges continued fight for justice in tribute to Kwayana
The Guyana Trades Union Congress (GTUC) today urged Guyanese to honour Eusi Kwayana by continuing his struggles for workers’ rights, democratic freedoms and racial inclusion, saying his death must not leave his causes unattended.
Care grants to support child, elder services; applicants must have suitable premises
Persons seeking support under the government’s $1.2 billion National Care Economy Co-Invest Initiative must have access to suitable existing premises, Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud has said, explaining that the programme will fund improvements and equipment but not new buildings or property purchases.
