17 h. ago ‘Unbelievable’ Archer primed for Ashes impact, says McCullum

(ESPNcricinfo)- Brendon McCullum expects Jofra Archer to be a “huge player” for England in Australia this winter and described the upcoming Ashes tour as “the biggest series of all of our lives”. The article ‘Unbelievable’ Archer primed for Ashes impact, says McCullum appeared first on Stabroek News.

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41 h. ago McIlroy wins Irish Open after forcing playoff with stunning eagle on 18th

(Reuters) – Rory McIlroy sank an incredible eagle putt from nearly 30 feet on the 72nd hole to force a playoff with Joakim Lagergren before beating the Swede on the third subsequent hole in a thrilling finish to win the Irish Open for a second time on Sunday. The article McIlroy wins Irish Open after forcing playoff with stunning eagle on 18th appeared first on Stabroek News.

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65 h. ago Sabalenka beats Anisimova to win second straight US Open title

NEW YORK,  (Reuters) – Aryna Sabalenka retained her U.S. Open crown with a 6-3 7-6(3) win over American eighth seed Amanda Anisimova in the U.S. The article Sabalenka beats Anisimova to win second straight US Open title appeared first on Stabroek News.

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65 h. ago WCPL:Amazon Warriors best Knight Riders in tournament opener

The Guyana Amazon Warriors commenced their campaign in the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (CPL) in the perfect manner, defeating the Trinbago Knight Riders by six runs yesterday at the National Stadium, Providence. The article WCPL:Amazon Warriors best Knight Riders in tournament opener appeared first on Stabroek News.

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67 h. ago Horsepower returns: Thrilling ‘Keep Fit’ Horse Racing Meet set for September 21 at Georgetown Turf Club

Kaieteur Sports – After a somber pause to honour the tragic passing of jockey Kishawn Parreira, horse racing gallops back into action at the Georgetown Turf Club (GTC) on Sunday, September 21, with a spectacular six-race card organised by the ever-popular Three Men Promotion and proudly sponsored by Carib Beer. Originally scheduled for August 24, […] The post Horsepower returns: Thrilling ‘Keep Fit’ Horse Racing Meet set for September 21 at Georgetown Turf Club appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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4 d. ago Let this post elections phase be a time for renewal and recommitting to the democratic process

Dear Editor, In democracies, elections serve as both closure and renewal. They close the chapter of campaign season, months of debates, promises, and mobilization and open the door to a new mandate. The article Let this post elections phase be a time for renewal and recommitting to the democratic process appeared first on Stabroek News.

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4 d. ago The realigning votes suggests a disconnect between infrastructure transformation and the lived experiences of the people

Dear Editor, The recent election results have opened a new chapter in Guyana’s democratic journey. The PPP/C has not only secured victory in 8 out of 10 regions, but it has also achieved what many thought improbable – winning Region 4, long considered an APNU stronghold. The article The realigning votes suggests a disconnect between infrastructure transformation and the lived experiences of the people appeared first on Stabroek News.

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4 d. ago PSC supports GECOM’s decision to hold recount, commends peaceful conduct of national elections

Kaieteur News – While commending the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) for a smooth management the General and Regional Election, Private Sector Commission (PSC) has supported the ongoing recount of ballots for Regions 4 and 5. During a post-election press conference on Thursday, Chairman of the PSC Captain Gerald Gouveia jnr., commended GECOM for the efficiency, […] The post PSC supports GECOM’s decision to hold recount, commends peaceful conduct of national elections appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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4 d. ago $44M set aside to rehabilitate Mackenzie Water Treatment Facility

Kaieteur News – The Guyana Water Inc. (GWI) has set aside $44,832,260 to rehabilitate the Mackenzie Water Treatment Facility in Linden. This is according to the latest opening of bids at the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) office. There it was revealed that five contractors have applied for the contract. In addition to […] The post $44M set aside to rehabilitate Mackenzie Water Treatment Facility appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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5 d. ago Georgetown’s open spaces and parks are under increasing threat

Dear Editor, Are our green spaces and parks keeping up with the country’s economic growth? I’m not informed enough to know the answer; but what I do know is that the city’s current open spaces and parks are increasingly coming under threat. The article Georgetown’s open spaces and parks are under increasing threat appeared first on Stabroek News.

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5 d. ago Bids opened for construction of teaching block at Tutorial High

Bids for the construction of a teaching block at Tutorial High School were received on the 26th of August when the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board opened tenders. The article Bids opened for construction of teaching block at Tutorial High appeared first on Stabroek News.

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5 d. ago Australia captain Cummins ‘doing everything’ to be fit for Ashes opener

SYDNEY,  (Reuters) – Australia captain Pat Cummins said he will be doing everything he can to be fit for the first Ashes test in late November, saying it would be “devastating” to miss out on the Perth clash against England. The article Australia captain Cummins ‘doing everything’ to be fit for Ashes opener appeared first on Stabroek News.

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5 d. ago Anisimova moves past Wimbledon agony to upset Swiatek in US Open quarters

NEW YORK, (Reuters) – Amanda Anisimova proved that she would not be defined by the memories of her painful Wimbledon rout after she gained sweet revenge on Iga Swiatek to reach the U.S. The article Anisimova moves past Wimbledon agony to upset Swiatek in US Open quarters appeared first on Stabroek News.

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5 d. ago Man abducted with Guyanese boat captain identified as Venezuelan

Kaieteur News – The man abducted along with Guyanese boat captain Frederick Pollard by a Venezuelan Gang, has been identified as a 22-year-old Venezuelan father of three who resides at Eteringbang, Cuyuni River, Region Seven. Kaieteur News learnt that Antonio José Bolivar better known as “Pancho” was identified after his mother began searching for him. […] The post Man abducted with Guyanese boat captain identified as Venezuelan appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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6 d. ago Cummings Lodge woman murdered, prime suspect dies from burns

The police are investigating the murder of Paula Abraham, a 50-year-old housewife whose body was found in her dwelling with what appeared to be a stab wound to her neck. The article Cummings Lodge woman murdered, prime suspect dies from burns appeared first on Stabroek News.

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6 d. ago Many dissatisfied with PPP/C administration failure to curb perceptions of corruption, nepotism, gross incompetence

Dear Editor, The polls opened Monday September 1st for Regional and General elections across Guyana. Political rallies were wrapped up and the campaigns were quite revealing. The article Many dissatisfied with PPP/C administration failure to curb perceptions of corruption, nepotism, gross incompetence appeared first on Stabroek News.

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6 d. ago Education Ministry seeking contractors to construct new North Georgetown Secondary School

Kaieteur News – The Ministry of Education is seeking contractors to build a new North Georgetown Secondary School. Invitation for bids (IFB) are to open on September 23 at the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) office. The North Georgetown Secondary School is located on Woolford Avenue. Several new schools have been built while […] The post Education Ministry seeking contractors to construct new North Georgetown Secondary School appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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6 d. ago Romain Singh (85*), Abdool Azeez (59*) inspire Leguan to victory at Janet Monasar’s memorial T20 match

Kaieteur Sports – Opening batsman Romain Singh struck a pulsating, unbeaten 85 and Abdool Azeez scored 59 not out to inspire Leguan to a commanding, nine-wicket win over Wakenaam last Saturday at St. Bedes ground, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada in the first Janet Monasar’s memorial T20 match. Both right-handers reached the boundary on multiple occasions ensuring […] The post Romain Singh (85*), Abdool Azeez (59*) inspire Leguan to victory at Janet Monasar’s memorial T20 match appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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7 d. ago Osaka sails past Gauff in highly anticipated US Open fourth round

NEW YORK, (Reuters) – Naomi Osaka produced a commanding performance to knock out third seed Coco Gauff 6-3 6-2 in a highly anticipated fourth round showdown between two former U.S. Open champions on Monday. Four-time Grand Slam champion Osaka showed flashes of her old brilliance as she took control of the match from the start, […] The post Osaka sails past Gauff in highly anticipated US Open fourth round appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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7 d. ago Albion Community Centre whip Port Mourant in Lalsa Second Division 40 Overs Cricket competition  

– Cecil brothers outstanding  Kaieteur Sports – Opening batsman Damion Cecil scored a composed 106, while his brother, off-spin Leon Cecil picked up 5wickets as Albion Community Center Cricket Club defeated Port Mourant. Albion Community Centre Cricket Club registered a comfortable 139 runs victory over Port Mourant Cricket Club in their match of the Lalsa […] The post Albion Community Centre whip Port Mourant in Lalsa Second Division 40 Overs Cricket competition   appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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