Guyana lifted off its campaign at the 2026 International Powerlifting Federation World Masters Championships in Reno, Nevada, USA in fantastic style when 74-year-old debutant Frank Tucker (93kg Masters 4 Division) not just set a new South American Squat, Deadlift and Total records but ended with a perfect 9 for 9 attempts on day one.

Tucker, who would also be competing in the equipped segment of these championships, next week, powered to three (3) silver medals and

Nursing Wellness Education Prog. to Guyana

-by Shamiah Grant

Guyanese-born Dr. Amalia Misir is introducing her Nursing Wellness education program in Guyana, drawing on her experience teaching and leading workplace wellness initiatives in New York.

She is now returning to listen to local leaders; and explore partnerships that complement existing nursing education and help students prepare for the pressures of clinical practice.

The nursing wellness education program integrates clinical scena

Students from communities along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway and Upper East Bank Demerara will benefit from improved transportation following the addition of two buses to the existing school transportation fleet.

The buses were officially handed over to the Region Four Education Department on Friday by Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, during a ceremony held at the Yarrowkabra Secondary School compound.

The additional buses will support the transportation of students attend

President Irfaan Ali paid tribute to late former People’s National Congress Reform leader Robert Corbin, describing him as a formidable political rival, a skilled parliamentarian, and a dedicated advocate for national reconciliation.

The Head of State joined Corbin’s family, friends, and PNCR supporters today; as the former political leader was laid to rest.

President Ali hailed Corbin’s contributions to the promotion of coalition politics, shared governance, and racial ha

The Commission of Inquiry into the MV Barima tragedy heard today how military and civilian resources were mobilised in the early hours following the vessel's sinking on July 18.

Five witnesses testified about the emergency response, including how an aircraft pinpointed the distress location, while the Coast Guard and Guyana Defence Force deployed personnel and equipment to search for survivors.

The testimonies provided new details of the extensive search-and-rescue operation

Local businesses are being encouraged to strengthen their operations and meet international standards to take advantage of growing investment opportunities in Guyana. 

At a business luncheon hosted by the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association, Tourism, Industry and Commerce Minister Susan Rodrigues stressed the importance of making small businesses investment-ready and export-ready, while U.S. Ambassador Nicole Theriot highlighte