Day: December 28, 2012

AFC trying to intimidate judiciary – Attorney General

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The PPP/Civic administration has said it views with deep concern the recent proclivity of the joint opposition, both in and out of Parliament, to make statements that, expressly and by implication, constitute an attack on the integrity and independence of the judiciary. Legal Affairs Minister and Attorney General Anil Nandlall It is the view of the administration that these statements by their language and tenor are designed to pit the executive against the judiciary, Legal Affairs and Attorney General Anil Nandlall said in a press release.  Frequent references are being…

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Masquerade at Christmas

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Masquerade is said to have its genesis in Guyana from African slaves during the European religious Christmas season, when the country was a colony of Britain. Slaves, who were forbidden to practice their traditions, were slightly less restricted during the season, and were allowed to visit other plantations and revel with other slaves where celebratory drumming and dancing in the streets were also allowed at this time. The dancing, drumming and elaborate costumes and effigies developed by the colonial masquerade bands reflected religious festival traditions of the Ibo and Yoruba…

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CANU prevails despite budget cuts

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Despite budget cut for various organisations that fall under the purview of the Home Affairs Ministry, the Custom Anti Narcotic Unit (CANU) has been counting its success so far for 2012, with just a few days before the year comes to an end. In 2012, CANU made several successful cocaine and marijuana busts across the country, and has been praised for its work despite the slashing of its funds. The agency has intercepted 100 kilograms of cocaine and 110 kilograms of cannabis up to November 2012. This resulted in a…

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Guyana’s deforestation rate low despite mining boom

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Natural Resources and Environment Minister Robert Persaud For 2012, Guyana has recorded historical levels of gold production by small and medium-scale producers, surpassing 416,000 ounces, resulting from increased interest in the gold mining sector as the high international price for gold remains relatively stable. According to Natural Resources and Environment Minister Robert Persaud, with this level of gold production, Guyana has continued to maintain a low deforestation rate through the efforts of the Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) in collaboration with the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC), in monitoring forest…

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Santos maul UG; Northern Rangers edge Blueberry Hill

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Banks Beer Knockout Cup… Santos FC and Northern Rangers recorded contrasting victories on Sunday evening when action in the second annual Banks Beer Cup Knockout football tournament continued at the Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) ground, Bourda. While Santos thrashed the University of Guyana 12-0, Northern Rangers edged Blueberry Hill 2-1. In the opening game, Northern Rangers ended Blueberry Hill’s campaign in the tournament with a come-from-behind win. After a goalless first half, Blueberry Hill went into the ascendancy with a 47th minute strike from Shemroy Dover. Ten minutes later, Sherwin…

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IPL player auction on February 3

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The player auction ahead of the Indian Premier League’s sixth season will be held on February 3, 2013, it was announced Saturday. The decision was conveyed to all nine franchise representatives during a workshop in Jodhpur. Later in the day, IPL Chief Executive Sundar Raman tweeted the news. Though the venue for the auction is yet to be finalised, the representatives were told it would be held “in a metro”. The auction, which is likely to see 37 players going under the hammer, was earlier expected to be held on…

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Johnson helps put Australia on top

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Kumar Sangakkara became the second Sri Lankan to reach the 10,000- run milestone in Tests but there was little else for Sri Lanka to celebrate on their first Boxing Day at the MCG since 1995. A day that began with Mahela Jayawardene winning the toss and choosing to bat ended with Australia at the crease and having already nearly passed Sri Lanka’s 156, an awfully disappointing total brought about by some disappointingly awful shot selections from the Sri Lankan batsmen. Mitchell Johnson was awkward to face, collecting three wickets and…

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First Lady’s Foundation spreads Christmas cheer

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Christmas is a time for giving and spreading joy, and first lady Deolatchmee Ramotar is well into the festive spirit of bringing happiness to hundreds of children countrywide. Recognizing the expectations at this time of the year, and in keeping with its main objective of promoting a healthy and positive family by supporting any individual within a family, the First Lady’s Foundation, together with His Excellency President Donald Ramotar, have organised children’s Christmas parties in all three counties of Guyana. Mrs Ramotar and other members of the foundation were joined…

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Designer wear for a classy 2013

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If you’re not into bright colours but want a distinct look this holiday season, Sonia Noel has the perfect outfit for you. Her chic and classy designs are perfect for any festive occasion –making a statement with these outfits comes easily. Noel has fashionable shirts for men and stylish dresses for women. She also has contemporary fashion accessories to mix and match with any outfit. If you’re not sure how to style your wardrobe, Noel gives free advice and will help you pick out the perfect outfit and jewellery for…

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Memories of a Guyanese Christmas inspire notable art series

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By Carl E. Hazlewood For many years, Victor Davson has been seeking a way through complexity to the visual heart of culture. This has meant finding the truth of personal experience, which for him is an aesthetic truth as well as the unavoidable truth of history. This is a difficult, rather elusive location to inhabit in creative terms, as the question becomes how to communicate such formal truth without being ensnarled by didacticisms, visual and otherwise. Part of the answer lies in Davson’s life as a young man in what…

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