Dear Editor, In a May 13 letter which appeared in the news media, Economics students of the University of Guyana requested clarification from the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) as to whether a feasibility study was done for a proposed onshore facility at Crab Island in the Berbice River to determine its viability to service offshore oil fields now being developed off Guyana’s north coast. Additionally, they sought answers to several broader concerns such as to how the oil revenue will be determined and shared, training and employment of Guyanese…
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It is our duty to treat our mothers with respect
Dear Editor, In the West, mothers govern the home; in an Indian home, it is the mother who is the controller. Mothers are the very foundation of happiness. Last Sunday, the world celebrated another Mother’s Day, a day that is dedicated to all mothers, but it is my view that Mother’s Day is every day. As long as a mother is alive and well, she should be loved infinitely; for a mind cannot ever comprehend the affection and care of a mother, hence all mothers are seen as God on…
Read MoreWhite paper on sugar a shameless attempt to change the narrative
The ‘white paper on sugar’, as presented by Agriculture Minister Noel Holder, is a non-paper. It is another cruel and shameless attempt to change the narrative. Like the previous desperate attempts, this white paper is just as futile; the ugly narrative cannot be changed. Far from changing the narrative, the white non-paper confirms that, at the very least, APNU+AFC is maliciously downsizing SUGAR as a prelude for its CLOSURE. This is the narrative they desperately want to change, but the Guyanese people are not buying APNU+AFC’s misinformation and misdirection. The…
Read MoreCorentyne piracy attack leaves 1 dead
…2 escape unhurt The captain of a fishing boat is now dead following a reported piracy attack on the Corentyne River, Berbice, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) on Tuesday night. Dead is Mahadeo Ramdial, also called “Chico”, 46, of Lot 146 Kilcoy Squatting Area, Corentyne. Reports are two survivors of the alleged attack swam to shore following the incident. Surviving the alleged ordeal are Parmanand Nandan, 21, of Tain, Corentyne and Arjune Permaul, 45, of Kilcoy Squatting Area. According to reports, the two survivors reported to Police that they were thrown…
Read MoreNew York groups condemn ‘attack’ on Hindus
Dear Editor, The 100 Anniversary Foundation, New York and several other organisations in the greater N.Y. area join the Guyanese diaspora in condemning the Guyana government; and specifically the Ministry of Education, for facilitating visits to public schools by a self-described American Christian Pastor to promote Christianity and denigrate Hindus and other religious faiths. Among the signed organisations are: Holi Sammelan & Festival Committee, Arya Samaj USA, Maharishi Dayananda Gurukula , Shri Sundar Gopal Mandir, National Children Cultural Foundation, Shri Devi Mandir, New York Guyana Mission, USA-GHI Humanitarian Mission, United…
Read MoreImpeaching a President
While there were murmurs about “impeaching” Donald Trump from almost the moment he was sworn in on January 20, few expected the proposal would be raised in the House of Congress as early as it did – yesterday. Representative Al Green, Democrat of Texas justified his call because he claimed President Trump had “obstructed justice”. He was referring to a memo sent by Trump to then FBI Director James Comey, to drop the agency’s investigation into Mike Flynn, for not disclosing his contacts with a Russian diplomat at his confirmation…
Read More10 competing for Miss India Guyana 2017 title
Miss India Worldwide, Karina Kohli will be a special guest and performer at the Miss India Guyana 2017 Pageant. The pageant is slated for Friday at the Marriott Hotel. Kohli is an international model who is presently pursuing her career in the Bollywood film industry. The local leg of the pageant will have 10 gorgeous finalists competing for the coveted title of Miss India Guyana 2017. They will be preforming their talents on stage, showcasing their modeling skills in evening gown, Indian wear segments and the winner will be determined…
Read More27-yr-old teacher found hanging in apartment
…cops hold boyfriend A 27-year-old teacher attached to the Goed Fortuin Secondary School, Tishaun Bess, was found hanging in a house at La Parfaite Harmonie, West Bank Demerara on Wednesday afternoon. Based on information received, Bess was found hanging from the roof of a rented home by her relatives who had not heard from her since last week. Police have confirmed that the body had been there for approximately 2 days and that they have a suspect, who is believed to be the woman’s boyfriend, in custody. This publication was…
Read MoreSugar workers, families unite in massive protest against closure of Rose Hall Estate
A huge crowd gathered to participate in a march on Tuesday morning to register their concerns about Government and the Guyana Sugar Corporation’s (GuySuCo’s) decision to proceed with closure of the Rose Hall Sugar Estate by this year-end. The Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) which represents the interests of the 2400 sugar workers who stand to be directly affected by the closure of this estate, said the demonstration saw the sugar workers being joined by housewives, business persons, students and pensioners who took part in a spirited march…
Read MoreConstruction of oil refinery ‘risky’ – study finds
…Guyana govt says final decision will be a political one The Guyana government has signaled its intention to consider the social benefits of the construction of a US$5 billion refinery or a smaller facility, and plans to continue engaging stakeholders in Guyana and the diaspora before a final decision is made. Minister of Natural Resources, on Wednesday evening said Cabinet would have to study the findings and recommendations contained in the feasibility study conducted by Director of Advisory Services at the New York-based Hartree Partners, Pedro Haas. The minister noted…
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