UN Report- Hypertension and diabetes on the rise
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 16:22
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A United Nations report has revealed that the number of Caribbean people with high blood pressure and diabetes is drastically increasing in developed and developing countries.
Gov’t, Brazilian Embassy to collaborate on mining issues
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 16:21
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The Minister of Environment and Natural Resources has charged the Brazilian Embassy to work jointly with the government to have proper translation done of documents regarding work permits and legality in Guyana.
Wales sugar workers protest change in working hours
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 18:33
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Workers of the Wales Sugar Estate today held a picketing exercise over the change in working hours without notice by the management.
Teen stabbed to death in argument
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 15:31
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Seventeen year old Shane George of Roxanne Burnham Gardens was yesterday stabbed to death by another teen.
Government hails mining technology and joint ventures in the mining sector
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 17:59
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Natural Resources and Environment Minister Robert Persaud has hailed the role of Brazilians and other non nationals in advancing technology and joint ventures in the mining sector.
Bandits pounce on US based Guyanese, victim hospitalised
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 15:08
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A U.S based, Guyanese national has been hospitalized, after being attacked during a robbery by three men yesterday.
Domestic violence to be highlighted through fashion and creative arts
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 17:37
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The Ministry of Labour, Human Services and Social Security will be collaborating with the Guyana fashion weekend and the Sonia Noel Foundation for creative arts at the finals of the designer’s portfolio and model search activity.
Brazilian miners urged to comply with Local mining laws
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 13:09
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Brazilian miners and non – nationals are urged to comply with local mining laws and desist from dealing with brokers to acquire illegal work permits.
Guyana denounces budget cuts at UN Headquarters
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 13:39
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Guyana, through its Minister of Amerindian Affairs Pauline Sukhai yesterday internationally denounced the opposition parties’ move to stymie the development of its Amerindian people.
Guyana, China celebrates 40 years of diplomatic relations
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 01:29
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Guyana and China will be celebrating four years of diplomatic relations and cabinet has approved a commemorative programme of activities that will highlight the achievements between the two countries.
Leguan residents condemn opposition parties’ budget cuts
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 12:20
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Residents of Leguan, region three has condemned the recent move by the joint opposition to cut several major projects and programmes proposed by the government in the 2012 national budget.
Union warns of possible court action against City Hall
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- Published on Thursday, 17 May 2012 00:35
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President of the Guyana Local Government Officers Union Dale Beresford says they will take the City Council to court if all its workers monies are not paid in full with its years of interest.
Lack of bins, poor management believed to be major factors in garbage dilemma
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 11:32
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Persons are calling on the Georgetown Mayor and City Council to address the growing garbage situation in the capital and its environs.
Gov’t not surprised at GHRA statements on budget cuts - Luncheon
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 23:16
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Government says it is not surprise at recent statements by the Guyana Human Rights Association that down played the effects of the combined opposition budget cuts especially on the Ethnic Relations Commission.
OLPF project rolls out Phase Two
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 10:59
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The One Laptop Per Family project moves into phase two today.
Wales sugar workers protest change in working hours
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 21:56
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Workers of the mechanical tillage section of the Wales Sugar Estate are upset about the change in the working hours noting that the decision was taken without proper notification.
OLPF programme moves into phase 2
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 06:33
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The One Laptop Per Family Project moved into phase two on May 15, 2012.
Call made for safe and professional abortions in Guyana
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 19:16
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Several women rights activists yesterday picketed the Ministry of Health’s Office calling for safe and affordable abortions in Guyana.
Citizens call on Mayor to address city garbage crisis
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 06:24
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Persons are calling on the Georgetown Mayor and City Council to address the growing garbage situation in the capital and its environs.
A National Policy for inland fisheries to be implemented
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 18:56
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The Agriculture Ministry is partnering with the food and agriculture Organisation (FAO) to formulate a National Policy and strategic plan for inland fisheries.
High tide causes Mahaica/Mahaicony Flooding
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 06:18
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Persistent rainfall and the high tide have been identified as the reasons for flooding in the Mahaica/Mahaicony area, which has resulted in losses for farmers.
