Dear Editor, In Jordan, the Islamist-led opposition recently vowed to continue demonstrations that have rattled the U.S.-allied kingdom. The opposition was responding to the government’s hiking of fuel and gas prices, but in a most violent manner, hence the authorities there have vowed to strike those violent protesters with “iron fists.” Just recently too, in South Africa, tyres were burned, rocks were thrown and shops were looted. However, at least 40 residents have already been arrested on public violence charges, as battles between the community and the police continue. It…
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Parents suspect ‘foul play’ in death of young mechanic
Relatives of Sadeek Juman whose lifeless body was fished out of the popular Double Day Hotel’s swimming pool on Monday evening, 42 hours after he was reported missing, are contending that the young man was murdered. The 20-year-old Juman, a mechanic, resided with his parents at Blankenburg, West Coast Demerara. According to the dead man’s aunt, the family also do not believe Juman visited the Tuschen hotel to swim, as he was not a swimmer and did not even like such activity. The teary-eyed woman said there are many unanswered…
Read MoreA noble profession
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein On Wednesday, two other students and I were asked to represent Queen’s College at the Consultation on the Teacher’s Council at the Convention Centre. And throughout the entire presentation I was forced to think about why my fellow students and I had absolutely no inclination to take up teaching as a profession. We’ll be churning out lots of doctors and lawyers and engineers and computer geeks, but no teachers. And it’s…
Read MoreGov’t launches ‘Tell Scheme’ to tackle child abuse
Child abuse is everybody’s business, Human Services Minister Jennifer Webster said as the ministry in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) launched the TELL Campaign on Monday at the Regency Suites, Hadfield Street, Georgetown. Addressing scores of stakeholders, the minister said the country’s children are the nation’s future, and they must be protected, and given the environment to develop their full potential. “Child abuse and sexual abuse is everybody’s business and we all need to speak out. It is my hope with the launch of the TELL Scheme…
Read MoreGranger calls on Lindeners to remain mobilised
Four months after the deadly protest over the hike in electricity tariffs in Linden, which led to the signing of a pact to restore peace in the mining community, opposition leaders are calling on residents to take full advantage of the agreement. The agreement provides for the setting up of a television station in Linden, the establishment of a technical team to investigate the electricity increase, a commission of inquiry into the deaths of the three protestors and the establishment of a Land Selection Committee in Region 10. At a…
Read MoreTwo new Parika\Supenaam ferries in full operation
The Guyana Transport and Harbours department (T&HD) says the two ferries acquired from China are now in operation, plying the Parika\Supenaam route. The M.V. Sabanto started operation in September, and the M.V. Kanawan followed on November 6, sailing express to Supenaam. Minister of transport and hydraulics, Robeson Benn said so far there are no reports of hindrances in their operation. He said works are ongoing on the catwalks at the respective stellings. The ferries have a capacity to accommodate 800 passengers in a large cabin-style, equipped with three televisions, air…
Read MoreThe RaamJhaat Diaries
Satiricus couldn’t believe his luck. His wife’s niece – three times removed, but who’s counting under the circumstances – belonged to a maid service. Guyana had certainly come a long way! The service was provided to the opposition big-wigs, who yet complained they were underpaid. Anyhow, Lilawatee – such was the name the niece answered to – had brought RaamJhaat Tan’s diary to Satiricus. She knew her Uncle Sato was a newspaper hack and once it was promised she could have it back in a jiffy she was pleased as…
Read MoreNokta documents his journey from childhood to politics
In less than two years, long-serving member of the ruling People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) and former Local Government and Regional Development Minister Harripersaud Nokta launched his second publication, this time chronicling his journey from childhood to politics. The book entitled “A Journey, A Challenge”, was unveiled at Red House on Monday, with complimentary copies for those who turned out to witness the launch. President Donald Ramotar joined Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, former President Bharrat Jagdeo, government ministers and party members to witness the launch of the reader-friendly tome, which is…
Read MoreChris Brown pulls out of Guyana show
Hits and Jams Entertainment on Wednesday afternoon issued a statement on its Facebook page confirming that R&B star Chris Brown has pulled out of his scheduled Boxing Day concert in Guyana following continued protests against him. Protests in Guyana and around the world have centred on the fact that he was convicted of battering his now former girlfriend Rihanna. Local activists had argued that his going to Guyana would have been an inappropriate signal considering the high levels of domestic violence in the country. Brown still needs court permission for…
Read MoreCaribbean Airlines denies overcharging stranded EzJet passengers
Caribbean airlines has denied media reports that passengers are not being able to access discounted fares, promised by the airline, following the demise of Ezjet. In a release, Caribbean Airlines Limited said over the past ten days, it successfully transported hundreds of persons stranded by Ezjet at the promised fares. The Trinidad-based carrier disclosed that it will increase flights over the Christmas season, in keeping with the demand, and at market-competitive fare. Persons are being urged to book early to take advantage of the lowest fares on the day they…
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