7 h. ago FIFA receives 1.5 million World Cup ticket applications in 24 hours

(Reuters) – More than 1.5 million ticket applications from fans in 210 countries have been received by FIFA within 24 hours of the presale draw for the 2026 World Cup being launched, the governing body of world soccer said yesterday. The article FIFA receives 1.5 million World Cup ticket applications in 24 hours appeared first on Stabroek News.

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7 h. ago GECOM has to be held accountable for the wanton abuse of the campaign financing law

Dear Editor, Elections to elect leaders are the bed-rock in democratic societies. The process allows citizens to choose their representatives in government. The article GECOM has to be held accountable for the wanton abuse of the campaign financing law appeared first on Stabroek News.

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9 h. ago OP:ED – The Global Governance Initiative Contributes Chinese Solutions for Improving Global Governance

By Yang Yang, Chinese Ambassador to Guyana Kaieteur News – Currently, the world is undergoing accelerated changes unseen in a century, with frequent regional turmoil, impeded economic development, backlash against globalisation, gaps in rules and rule of law, and an intensifying deficit in governance. With the rapid development of a large number of developing countries […] The post OP:ED – The Global Governance Initiative Contributes Chinese Solutions for Improving Global Governance appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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9 h. ago CANOC launches advanced Governance and Leadership Programme to strengthen Caribbean Sport Administration

Kaieteur Sports – After months of preparation, the Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees (CANOC) has officially rolled out its Advanced Governance and Leadership Programme, a landmark initiative designed to elevate the standard of sports administration across the region. The programme is being delivered under CANOC’s Strategic Plan and forms part of its ongoing commitment […] The post CANOC launches advanced Governance and Leadership Programme to strengthen Caribbean Sport Administration appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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31 h. ago City chamber, THAG clinch MoU on beautification, capacity building

Members of the Private Sector Commission (PSC)—the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) and the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) on August 28 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster cooperation to undertake several environmental and beautification initiatives jointly, as well as capacity building projects for the tourism sector. The article City chamber, THAG clinch MoU on beautification, capacity building appeared first on Stabroek News.

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31 h. ago The US tightens the dollar’s death grip on Brazilian democracy

By Camila Villard Duran ANGERS – In a letter to Brazil’s largest banks, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has demanded to know what steps they were taking to comply with the sanctions recently imposed on Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act. The article The US tightens the dollar’s death grip on Brazilian democracy appeared first on Stabroek News.

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33 h. ago Israel kills over 60 in Gaza as strikes on Qatar roil the region

(AL-JAZEERA) Israeli attacks across Gaza have killed more than 60 people on Wednesday as the assault to capture Gaza City and force one million Palestinians from their homes continues. Those killed include 44 in Gaza City, and nine aid seekers. Widespread global condemnation has erupted after Israel attacked Hamas’s senior leadership in the Qatari capital, […] The post Israel kills over 60 in Gaza as strikes on Qatar roil the region appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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33 h. ago WIN leader commits to working tirelessly to hold govt. accountable in Parliament

– names 10 of 16 persons to head to Parliament Kaieteur News – Leader of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, Azruddin Mohamed said he and his team are ready and will be working tirelessly to hold the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government accountable while in Parliament. The party leader made the commitment while […] The post WIN leader commits to working tirelessly to hold govt. accountable in Parliament appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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33 h. ago Multilateral development banks hit record US$137B in climate financing last year

Kaieteur News – Global climate financing by multilateral development banks (MDBs) increased 10% last year, reaching a record US$137 billion, with the majority directed to low- and middle-income economies. MDBs, including the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group), announced the year-on-year increase in a report published on Tuesday. In addition, private financing mobilized by MDBs […] The post Multilateral development banks hit record US$137B in climate financing last year appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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33 h. ago Forensic lab launches training on atomic absorption spectroscopy

Kaieteur News – The Guyana Forensic Science Laboratory (GFSL), in collaboration with the Government Analyst–Food and Drug Department (GA-FDD) and the Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST) on Wednesday officially opened a three-day Inter-Laboratory Training on Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) at the IAST Boardroom, University of Guyana, Turkeyen Campus. The training is designed to […] The post Forensic lab launches training on atomic absorption spectroscopy appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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55 h. ago ‘National crusade’ to be launched against poverty – President

As part of its focus this term, the government will launch a “national crusade”  against poverty and this will see a series of measures to cushion the cost-of-living burden especially targeted for the vulnerable, President Irfaan Ali says. The article ‘National crusade’ to be launched against poverty – President appeared first on Stabroek News.

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55 h. ago The Global Governance Initiative contributes Chinese solutions for improving global governance

By Yang Yang, China’s Ambassador to Guyana Currently, the world is undergoing accelerated changes unseen in a century, with frequent regional turmoil, impeded economic development, backlash against globalization, gaps in rules and rule of law, and an intensifying deficit in governance. The article The Global Governance Initiative contributes Chinese solutions for improving global governance appeared first on Stabroek News.

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55 h. ago GCUSA and CPL continue partnership to expose local umpires to TV umpiring

The Georgetown Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association (GCUSA), in collaboration with the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and its panel of match officials, has once again launched a unique initiative designed to provide local umpires with valuable exposure to television umpiring. The article GCUSA and CPL continue partnership to expose local umpires to TV umpiring appeared first on Stabroek News.

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57 h. ago Gov’t remains committed to preserving, promoting Amerindian heritage – PM Phillips 

Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has underscored the PPP/C Government’s commitment to continue working with Indigenous peoples to preserve and promote their cultural heritage and ensure inclusive development. He highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage as a foundation for development and a source of strength for Amerindian communities. PM Phillips discussed the potential of […] The post Gov’t remains committed to preserving, promoting Amerindian heritage – PM Phillips  appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago APNU’s road to political relevance depends on fresh visionary leadership

Dear Editor, Significant anticipation had accompanied the Elections 2025 campaign, with political party leaders making numerous commitments—including substantial cash grants, poverty reduction, enhanced inclusivity, greater equity, transparency, and more responsive governance.  The article APNU’s road to political relevance depends on fresh visionary leadership appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago ICC and WCA could clash over player image rights for mobile game

(ESPNcricinfo)- The ICC and World Cricketers Association (WCA) are headed towards a potential dispute around player image licensing rights for a new mobile cricket game that the sport’s governing body is planning to launch in the near future. The article ICC and WCA could clash over player image rights for mobile game appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago GPA condemns attacks on journalists by President, supporters

calls for improved relations between govt and news media Kaieteur News – The Guyana Press Association (GPA) has condemned recent attacks on journalists by President Irfaan Ali and his supporters, while calling for improved relations between the new government and the news media. In a statement on Monday the GPA said last Friday it was […] The post GPA condemns attacks on journalists by President, supporters appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Guyana, Suriname discuss Corentyne River Bridge project, other development initiatives

Kaieteur News – President Irfaan Ali on Monday met with Suriname’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Melvin Bouva, at State House to advance development initiatives between the two countries. In a brief statement posted on the Office of the President’s Facebook page, the president’s office said that the discussions focused on “Guyana’s commitment to […] The post Guyana, Suriname discuss Corentyne River Bridge project, other development initiatives appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Kanand Ojha wanted for 2015 murder of sex worker, arrested in New York

Kaieteur News – Kanand Ojha who was wanted by the Guyana Police Force (GPF) for the 2015 murder of sex worker Noel ‘Nephi’ Luther, was on Monday arrested by law enforcement authorities in New York, USA. This is according to a release from the Government of Guyana. “Law Enforcement Authorities in Queens, New York, including […] The post Kanand Ojha wanted for 2015 murder of sex worker, arrested in New York appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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4 d. ago Ali pledges to widen access to information, crackdown on misinformation

President Irfaan Ali yesterday promised more access to information for the media but highlighted the threat of misinformation and disinformation and its spread through digital platforms and artificial intelligence, as he promised to examine global experiences in countering such risks. The article Ali pledges to widen access to information, crackdown on misinformation appeared first on Stabroek News.

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