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Video: Suspect in State House Shooting Arrested
A man allegedly made an attempt at President Ali's life this morning, Thursday, 15th of December, 2022. He reportedly fired…
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Navin Hanraj, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, is a Talented Guyanese
Navin Hansraj is the holder of many titles. A Computer Engineer by profession, he is also an entrepreneur, a humanitarian,…
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Guyanese Born, Tauseef Baksh, is a Rising Star in the West Indian Music Industry
From ever since he knew himself, Tauseef had a passion for singing, and he explains that this passion was greatly…
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The Brutal, Cold-Blooded Murder of Shonette Dover
The murder of Shonette Dover will go down as one of the most brutal, heinous, and cold-blooded murders ever committed…
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Meet Talented Rupununi Artist, Devon Simon
He started painting when he was twelve years old. During his 7-year and counting painting career, the ambitious youth faced…
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Meet Ryan Huckumchand – A Talented Gospel Singer and Video Producer
Ryan Huckumchand has a talent for singing as much as he has a passion for his Christian faith - and…
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Meet Guyana’s Youngest Professional Painter – Kuwanau Roberts
Guyana is a powerhouse of talent, and in this article, we're going to highlight one who is off to an…
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I Would Die for Communism – Jim Jones
Jim Jones, founder of the People's Temple of the United States and later the Jonestown 'subcolony" in Guyana, South America,…
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Jim Jones Promised Racial and Social Equality
During the 1970s, when racial tensions were high between whites and blacks of the United States, Jim Jones promised his…
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Did Jim Jones Believe in Jesus?
It is no secret that religion has been hijacked by evil men and women who twist scriptures to suit their…
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Jonestown – a Jungle Dream Turned Tragedy
The story of Jonestown which unfolded in the jungles of the Northwest Region of Guyana, South America is one of…
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The History of the Rupununi Rancher’s Rodeo – by Denise Case D’Aguiar
Every year, the Rupununians hold a Rodeo show, and thousands of tourists flock from around the world to watch. But…
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Meet Sir Kenrick Lewis – Headmaster of St. Ignatius Secondary
For teacher's day 2021 - October, 5th, we had the honor of featuring one of Guyana's most outstanding veteran educators…
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Hampshire Village, Corentyne, Berbice, Region 6
The village of Hampshire, on the Corentyne coast of Berbice, Guyana, South America is bordered by the village of Belvedere…
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The Rupununi Savannahs, Region 9
The Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana, South America is located in the county of Essequibo in Region 9. The entire Region…
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Adventure Village, Region 6, Corentyne, Berbice
Adventure Village is located along the Corentyne Highway in the county of Berbice in Region 6, Guyana, South America. It…
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Criminal Activities and Violence in the Town of Lethem, Region 9
I've previously published an article giving general, touristic, and business information on the Town of Lethem. Because people are often…
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Hotels in Lethem, Region 9
Are you planning a trip to Lethem and wondering where to stay? Here are your options.
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The Takutu Hotel in Lethem, Region 9
The Takutu Hotel in Lethem, Rupununi Savannahs, Guyana, South America, is one of your finest choices when looking for accommodation…
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The Kanuku Lodge Hotel in Lethem, Rupununi
When traveling to Lethem in the Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana, South America, the Kanuku Lodge Hotel in Lethem is one…
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Savannah Inn Hotel in Lethem, Region 9
Savannah Inn Hotel and Restaurant is located along Barrack Retreat - Lethem's Main Commercial Road in Region 9, Guyana, South…
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The Rupununi Eco Hotel in Lethem, Rupununi, Region 9
The Rupununi Eco Hotel is located just a few meters away from Lethem's commercial center. From the main commercial road,…
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Hoplias Aimara, Known in Guyana as the Haimara or Wolf Fish
The species of freshwater fish, Hoplias Aimara, is known in Guyana as the haimara or wolf fish. In other parts…
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The Tarpon Fish is Colloquially Called Cuffum
The tarpon may be described as a "euryhaline species" because it can survive in a wide variety of salinity and…
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The Ocelot or Painted Leopard
The ocelot is a mammal native to the North, South, and Central Americas as well as the Caribbean Islands of…
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The Giant River Otter or Waterdog
The giant river otter is only found South America, and Guyana is one of the countries in which it is…
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Leptophis Ahaetulla, also Called Parrot Snake or Lora
Leptophis ahaetulla, called Parrot Snake or Lora, is a venomous and dangerous serpent found in various parts of Guyana, especially…
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The Hydrolycus Armatus or Payara Fish
The hydrolycus armatus, or payara, is a predatory fish that preys on smaller fishes. It uses its sharp fangs to…
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The Peacock Bass is Known in Guyana as the Lukunani Fish
The peacock bass fish is colloquially called Luckanani by the people of Guyana, South America. It belongs to the genus…
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The Giant Anteater of Guyana is the World’s Largest Anteater
Guyana is known as the land of the giants, and the giant anteater, the world's largest anteater, is one of…
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Electrophorus Electricus or Electric Eel
The electric eel is living proof of a fact we all know: that God invented electricity long before humans discovered…
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The Victoria Amazonica, Guyana’s National Flower
The flower of Victoria Amazonica, previously called the Victoria Regia, and also known as the Giant Water Lily is Guyana's…
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The Green Anaconda – the World’s Heaviest Snake
The green anaconda is a species of reptiles found throughout South America including Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Brazil. The…
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Region 6, the East Berbice-Corentyne Region
Region 6, also known as the East Berbice - Corentyne Region, is one of Guyana's ten Administrative Regions. Region 6…
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Region 4, the Demerara-Mahaica Region
Region 4, also called the Demerara-Mahaica Region, is a region of Guyana bordering the Atlantic Ocean to the north, the…
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The Iwokrama Forest Reserve
The Iworkrama Forest Reserve consists of 31,700 hectares of tropical rainforest in Guyana, South America. The Iwokrama Forest Reserve is…
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Region 7, the Cuyuni-Mazaruni Region
Region 7, also called the Cuyuni-Mazaruni Region, is one of Guyana's ten administrative regions. It is bordered by Venezuela to…
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My Life on the Pirara/Meritezeiro Ranch – by Denise D’Aguiar
My husband, Harvey, and I used to live on a ranch in the North Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana, South America,…
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Region 8, the Potaro-Siparuni Region
Region 8 is one of Guyana's ten Administrative Regions. It is also called the Potaro-Siparuni Region. Region 8 borders Region…
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Saxacalli Village, Region 3
Saxacalli Village is located on the west bank of the Essequibo River some 25 miles (40 km) south of Parika…
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Guyana’s Border with the Brazilian City of Normandy
It is possible for Guyanese to cross over into the Brazilian town of Normandy from Karasaibai Village in the South…
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Karasabai Village, Home of the Sun Parakeets, Region 9
Known for its beautiful mountains and breathtaking scenery, Karasabai Village lies peacefully beneath the shade of the majestic Pakaraima Mountains…
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Shulinab Village in the South-Central Rupununi Savannahs, Region 9
Shulinab is an Indigenous village located in South Central Rupununi, Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo, Region Nine, Guyana, South America. The village…
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Meet Mr. Manley Thomas, An Outstanding and Inspiring Guyanese
Manley Thomas' determination to succeed in life despite great challenges and the odds sometimes stacked against him is the driving…
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The 1763 Berbice Slave Rebellion
The various accounts of the 1763 Berbice Slave Rebellion, also called the 1763 Berbice Slave Revolt and the 1763 Berbice…
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The Neesa Gopaul Murder Case – the Crime that Shook the Nation
The Neesa Gopaul murder case is doubtless one of the most horrific, brutal, and chilling crimes in Guyanese history. Imagine…
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Guyanese Superstitions
A superstition is a belief in something supernatural that has no scientific basis or logical explanation. For example, we have…
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Guyanese Proverbs
A proverb is a general observable truth about life which has been passed down from generation to generation. Aside from…
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History of the Wai Wais in Guyana – by Ovid Williams
The Wai Wais are originally from Brazil (ANAWA), now called Roraima. Through hunting expeditions, they became familiar with KANASHEN (GOD…
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The Takutu River Separates Guyana from Brazil at Region 9
The Takutu River flows from between Roraima, Brazil and Region 9, Guyana. It forms a river border between Guyana and…
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The Lethem to Linden Trail – Beautiful Photos
The Lethem to Linden Trail is a 300 miles (approximately) trail cut mostly through the Amazon Rain Forest from Lethem…
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Masakanari or “Gunns Village” in the South Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana
Hundreds of miles south of the town of Lethem, a small community of Indigenous People live peacefully and happily. In…
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Wayka’s Supermarket – Lethem, Region 9
Wayka's Supermarket in Lethem, Region 9, Guyana, South America is located right opposite the Camp Kanuku Guyana Defense Force Base…
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Pepperpot, A Guyanese Delicacy
Pepperpot has graced the tables and satisfied the stomachs of all races and classes of Guyanese on a wide variety…
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The Arapaima, One of Guyana’s “Giants,” is the World’s Largest Freshwater Fish
Guyana is known as the land of the giants, and the arapaima, the world's largest freshwater fish, is one of…
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The Bushmaster – One of the World’s Deadliest Snakes
Known in some places as the Dumb Rattler, the bushmaster is one of the largest vipers in the world. A…
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The 1980’s – Memories of Lethem – by Frank Roman
In the early to mid 80's, I was a trader to Brazil and flew on the HS 748 weekly. We…
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Guyanese Herbalist Tells of the Health Benefits of the Moringa Seed
In an interview with this publication, Guyanese herbalist, Nicholas Foo, shares his knowledge of the seed borne by the moringa…
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Moringa, Colloquially Called Saijan, is a World Renowned Superfood
"Saijan bhajee" as it is commonly called by the locals in Guyana, is in fact the world renowned superfood, moringa…
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The Story Behind Eldorado
Almost all Guyanese have heard the story of Eldorado. In Primary School, students even sing the Patriotic Song, “born in…
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Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder – by Reanna Nickram
I've decided to reprint this beautiful article which was posted on the Facebook Page of the author, Reanna Nickram, because…
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Poetry: To My Dear Daughter – by Joshini Ganesh
This beautiful poem was sent in by one of our fans, Joshini Ganesh, who says she has a passion for…
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The True Meaning of Emancipation – by Dr. Telford Layne
I've come across this really beautiful article from Guyanese author and psychologist, Dr. Telford Layne, and decided to republish it…
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Walking On Hot Coals – A Roman Catholic Tradition Celebrated in Region 9
I was told that walking over hot coals is part of the celebration of St. John's Day in the Rupununi…
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Guyana is Geographically South America, but Culturally Caribbean
People sometimes get confused: if Guyana is located in South America, then how is it referred to as the Caribbean?…
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Esther Roth Creates Animal Paradise in Her Backyard
Guyanese born Anna Maria Esther Roth (full name: Anna Maria Esther Roth Dias), presently residing in the border town of…
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Queen Elizabeth II – a Glorious Part of Guyana’s History
Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth II, was born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary on the 21st of April, 1926 in Mayfair, London,…
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1932 Venezuelan Stamp Proves that the Essequibo Was Never Part of Venezuela
As the Venezuelan people and government continue their ramblings over Guyana's Essequibo territory, the Guyanese people are firmly resolved to…
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Guyana Maps Form in Clouds Over Guyana
Clouds floating in the skies form all sorts of bizarre shapes including animals and even maps. If you look carefully…
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My Native Pride – a Poem by Lubenia Ambrose
This beautiful poem was written by an indigenous citizen of Guyana who resides in the Rupununi Savannahs. Her name is…
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Meet Talented Guyanese Artist, Geveron Moses
A student of St. Ignatius Secondary School in Region 9 has painted an outstanding portrait of the late Queen Elizabeth…
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Beating the Odds: Travis Marcellino Becomes a Military Leader
The story of Travel Marcellino, the young GDF commander from Region 1, is one of principle, integrity, honesty, and most…
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Guyanese Born Sharon Maas is an International Best Selling Author
Sharon Maas is a Guyanese born international bestselling author who presently resides in Ireland. Many of her novels feature events…
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My Trip to Kaieteur Falls by Channel Stoby
In this article, American-born Channel Stoby mesmerizes us with her fascinating story of her trip to the Kaieteur Falls in…
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The Town of New Amsterdam in Berbice, Region 6
New Amsterdam is one of Guyana’s ten towns. It located in Administrative Region No. 6. New Amsterdam is bordered by…
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Maruranau Village – 100 Miles Into the Amazon Rainforest
Maruranau is a piece of natural paradise tucked away at the edge of the Amazon Rainforest, in the South Rupununi…
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World Cup Football – Most of Guyana Cheers for Brazil
The FIFA World Cup Football Games are now in full swing in Qatar and everyone is betting on their favorite…
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The Kurupukari Crossing, Region 8
The Kurupukari Crossing is located along the Lethem – Georgetown Trail, about 5 hours' drive from Lethem, and about 8…
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Ori Hotel in Lethem, Region 9
What's unique about Ori Hotel is its round-the-clock restaurant which serves a wide variety of delicious Guyanese cuisine. The dedicated…
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My First Tour of Guyana-by Channel Stoby
One of the most beautiful stories I have read about Guyana from a foreigner's eyes - someone who visited Guyana…
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Amazonas Hotel – Lethem
When you travel to Lethem in Region 9, Guyana, South America, be sure to stop at the Amazonas Hotel and…
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Taking the Bus Down the Lethem – Georgetown Trail
The buses usually leave Lethem at 6 pm every night and arrive in Georgetown around 3 pm the next day.…
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St. Andrew’s Kirk – Georgetown – An Architectural Marvel Over 2 Centuries Old
St. Andrew's Kirk is a religious place of worship located along the Avenue of the Republic in Georgetown, Guyana, South…
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My Experience With the Pakaraima Mountains Safari 2019
Experiencing my country, Guyana, South America, this way - with less of everything from the city life to a life…
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The Takutu River Bridge Connects Guyana to Brazil in Region 9
The Takutu River Bridge was completed in the year 2009 as part of an initiative between the governments of Guyana…
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Georgetown, the Capital of Guyana
Georgetown is the capital city of Guyana, and it is also the country's only city. The city of Georgetown is…
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The Town of Bartica, Region 7
Bartica, one of Guyana's most beautiful towns, is located in Region 7, also called the Cuyuni-Mazaruni Region of Guyana, South…
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Orealla Village, A Hidden Gem to Guyana’s East
Replete with breathtaking sceneries, Orealla Village is a nature paradise located to the East of Guyana in the county of…
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Paruima Village, Region 7 – A Piece of Heaven on Earth
Have you ever visited Paruima Village in Region 7? This article explores the beauty and splendor of this remote indigenous…
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St. Cuthbert’s Mission, or Pakuri Village, Region 4
St. Cuthbert's Mission, originally called Pakuri Village, is a titled indigenous village located in the Demerara-Mahaica Region (Region 4), of…
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Mabura Village is Located Along the Lethem – Linden Trail
Mabura is a village located along the Lethem – Linden trail at Region 10, Guyana, South America – about 127…
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The Stabroek Market in Georgetown, Region 4
The Stabroek Market was constructed under British Rule during the Victorian Era. The British ruled Guyana from 1814 until Independence…
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The Town of Lethem, Region 9
The town of Lethem is located in the county of Essequibo, Region No. 9, in the country of Guyana, South…
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