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Guyana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story. Guyana News Today delivers fast, focused updates on the stories shaping one of South America’s fastest-growing nations—covering Georgetown, government, energy, business, infrastructure, and more. Stay informed with quick, reliable daily briefings designed for listeners on the go. From breaking headlines to the developments that matter most, this is your daily snapshot of Guyana. Produced by AI as part of The Daily News Now network. Advertise with us…
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Tragedy on MV Barima Claims Family of Four | Guyana News
A devastating boat sinking has claimed the lives of Rachel Wells Matabheek and her three young children, buried together as the community rallied around her…
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MV Barima Search Continues | Guyana News
Seventy-three bodies recovered from the MV Barima wreck, 69 identified; search expands to 32 more square miles as divers work tirelessly, 17 assets including 3…
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Dr Ian McDonald: Sports Legend of Guyana | Guyana News
A towering figure in Caribbean sports and literature, Dr. Ian McDonald has passed away, leaving behind a legacy etched in tennis, squash, cricket, and prose. A…
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Golden Jaguars Face Puerto Rico | Guyana News
The Golden Jaguars kick off their Nations League campaign against Puerto Rico, aiming for promotion to League A and a direct path to the 2027 Concacaf Gold…
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Qalandars Dominate Vipers by 38 | Guyana News
Lahore Qalandars roar back to form with a stunning 38-run win over Desert Vipers, turning a shaky start into a blistering 176 for 4 thanks to a fiery 83-run…
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Guyana’s Archers Shine on Regional Stage | Guyana News
Devin Permaul and Roshini Boodhoo are making history as Guyana’s first recurve archers at the Central American and Caribbean Games, fueled by years of grit and…
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MV Barima Tragedy: Search Continues | Guyana News
Seventy-three bodies recovered after the MV Barima capsized, with 69 identified and 76 still listed as survivors—searches continue as the submerged ferry…
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Remembering Shawn John Lost at Sea | Guyana News
In a heartbreaking turn, the MV Barima sank off Guyana’s coast, claiming the life of 40-year-old Shawn John, a beloved crew member remembered for his kindness…
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Toshaos Call for Justice After MV Barima Tragedy | Guyana News
In a powerful statement, the National Toshaos Council mourns the devastating MV Barima tragedy—the deadliest maritime disaster in Guyana’s post-independence…
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Qalandars Dominate Vipers by 38 | Guyana News
Lahore Qalandars roar back to form, crushing Desert Vipers by 38 runs in a high-octane thriller. After a shaky start, Bracewell and Emon unleashed a blistering…
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Guyana in U.S. Tariff Update | Guyana News
The U.S. just slapped a 12.5% tariff on 60 countries—including Guyana—as part of a broader trade strategy aimed at countering unfair global practices and…
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Temporary Barge Service for Port Kaituma | Guyana News
Port Kaituma’s getting a lifeline: the Ministry of Public Works is launching a free, temporary open barge service to deliver essential cargo—no passengers…
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MV Barima Recovery Continues | Guyana News
Divers are making painstaking progress in the MV Barima recovery, pulling another body from the wreckage amid complex underwater operations. President Ali met…
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Guyana Navigates US Tariff Shift | Guyana News
The US just rolled out a new 12.5% tariff on goods from 60 countries—including Guyana—replacing an older rate and stepping back from a higher planned rate next…
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Guyana Targets Caribbean Horse Racing Crown | Guyana News
Guyana is poised to dominate Caribbean horse racing, thanks to bold new laws, a $66 million Guyana Cup prize pool, and a cultural festival that’s turning the…
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Guyana's Youth Athletes Head to Olympic Camp | Guyana News
Guyana’s sending a dynamic trio—archer Arun Singh, track star Tesianna Harris, and chaperone Crystal Persaud—to Trinidad and Tobago for a high-impact Olympic…
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Guyana Rises at Centennial Games | Guyana News
Guyana’s 55-athlete delegation is set to shine at the centennial Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, where they’ll compete across ten sports…
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A Caribbean Son Whose Words Endure | Guyana News
In a heartfelt tribute, President Irfaan Ali mourns the loss of Dr. Ian McDonald, a literary giant and beloved Caribbean son whose words painted the soul of…
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Rona Mendonca: A Mother’s Legacy Lost | Guyana News
Rona Mendonca, a devoted mother of three from Imbotero, tragically lost her life when the MV Barima sank on July 18th. Known for her selflessness and kindness…
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Mother’s Courage in the Storm | Guyana News
A mother’s unimaginable courage in the face of tragedy: Alicia Atkinson survived the sinking of the MV Barima, saving her infant son while losing her…
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Mother’s Survival After Ferry Tragedy | Guyana News
A ferry capsized off Port Kaituma, throwing mother Anndyar Deally and her two children into chaos—her son Andriel vanished beneath the waves, while her…
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Patriots Bolster Squad for 2026 CPL | Guyana News
The St Kitts & Nevis Patriots are firing on all cylinders for the 2026 CPL, unveiling a star-studded overseas roster packed with pace, spin, and firepower…
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MV Barima Sinking: Missing Survivors and Arrests | Guyana News
The MV Barima sank six days ago, leaving authorities racing to recover victims—73 bodies pulled, 65 identified—as search zones expand to 2,000 sq km with…
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Forever Remembered: A National Prayer | Guyana News
In a moving national tribute, the Ethnic Relations Commission gathered for a solemn service to honor the victims of the MV Barima Tragedy, uniting in prayer…
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Hope Amid MV Barima Recovery Efforts | Guyana News
The MV Barima remains submerged, but divers made breakthroughs Thursday, setting up a critical Friday dive attempt to reach victims trapped inside. Officials…
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Dr Ian McDonald's Legacy in Caribbean Letters | Guyana News
Dr. Ian McDonald, a towering voice of the Caribbean, has passed — a poet, writer, and chronicler whose words wove the soul of the West Indies into every line…
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One Survivor, Four Lost Lives | Guyana News
A man’s world shattered in seconds when the MV Barima sank off Guyana’s coast, claiming his wife Rachel and three young children—leaving him the sole survivor…
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Ambassador Rodrigues-Birkett's UN Vision | Guyana News
Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, a top UN Secretary General nominee, unveiled a bold 100-day plan to transform the UN into a more effective, equitable…
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Government Expands Support for MV Barima Survivors | Guyana News
The government is launching a full-scale, year-long support operation for MV Barima disaster survivors, deploying social workers and psychologists across all…
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MV Barima Tragedy: Funerals and Grief | Guyana News
A devastating tragedy off Guyana’s coast has shattered communities, leaving families in mourning as funeral services across Region One, Berbice, and Region…
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MV Barima Recovery Efforts Continue | Guyana News
Seventy-two dead after MV Barima capsizes off Essequibo Coast, with 65 identified and 20 returned home — government covering all burial costs. Seventy-six…
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Guyana’s Migration Boom | Guyana News
Guyana’s economy is surging at breakneck speed, fueled by energy, construction, and healthcare—creating a massive labor gap. To help manage this influx, IOM…
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Remembering Kevin Wilson: A Life Cut Short | Guyana News
Twenty-eight-year-old Kevin Wilson, a dedicated crew member and former Guyana Police Force officer, lost his life in the devastating MV Barima maritime…
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Aviation Leaders Chart Guyana's Skyward Course | Guyana News
Captain Learie Barclay is back at the helm of Guyana’s Aviation Operators’ Association, re-elected for 2026–2027, with Andre Farinha as First Vice President…
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Housing Hope for Amerindian Villages | Guyana News
The government is rolling out a major housing initiative in remote Amerindian villages, targeting over 1200 residents across four regions with 330 homes…
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Prayers Rise for Guyana After Tragedy | Guyana News
A devastating ferry tragedy in Guyana has left a nation in mourning, with the MV Barima sinking and claiming many lives. In the wake of this sorrow, the…
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Miner’s Wife Charged in Fatal Stabbing | Guyana News
A Brazilian gold miner, Doroteia Castilho Maia, 49, is charged with murdering her 53-year-old husband, Antonio Pereira Figueredo, during a violent argument at…
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Our Trash Is Breaking the Planet | Guyana News
Trash is piling up in streets and waterways as people ditch proper disposal—dumping garbage at night or in other neighborhoods. This carelessness isn’t just…
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Warriors Edge Out Unicorns in Thriller | Guyana News
The Guyana Amazon Warriors edged out the San Francisco Unicorns in a nail-biting thriller, thanks to Rovman Powell’s clutch finish under pressure. After rain…
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Good Intentions Don't Excuse Speeding | Guyana News
A doctor gets pulled over for speeding, claims he’s rushing to save a life, and the cop, surprisingly calm, still hands him a ticket—because even noble…
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Call for International Ferry Probe | Guyana News
Transparency International Guyana is demanding an international investigation into the deadly capsizing of the 87-year-old MV Barima ferry, citing deep…
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MV Barima Tragedy: 72 Lives Lost | Guyana News
Nine victims of the MV Barima tragedy were laid to rest Thursday as the death toll climbs to 72, with 65 identified by families. The vessel, carrying over 170…
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MV Barima Disaster: Who Failed Safety? | Guyana News
Former Public Infrastructure Minister David Patterson is blasting the current government for dismantling critical safety checks that could have prevented the…
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Guyana's Medal Hope Begins in Glasgow | Guyana News
Guyana’s Commonwealth Games campaign ignites in Glasgow with historic firsts and emotional resolve—basketball and swimming squads debut amid national mourning…
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Warriors Edge Out Unicorns in Thriller | Guyana News
The Guyana Amazon Warriors edged out the Unicorns by three wickets in a thrilling Guyana Super League T20 thriller, overcoming early wickets and a rain delay…
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Three Women Arrested at Guyana Prayer Rally | Guyana News
Three female activists were arrested during a peaceful prayer service in Guyana, protesting the minister of public works following a deadly ferry sinking…
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Campbell Demands Parliamentary Urgency on Barima Tragedy | Guyana News
Dr. Terrence Campbell is demanding the National Assembly prioritize the MV Barima tragedy, calling for suspended proceedings to address the nation’s worst…
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MV Barima Tragedy Deepens | Guyana News
Seventy-two bodies have been recovered after the MV Barima capsized off Guyana, sparking a massive, multi-agency search involving locals and international…
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Age Doesn't Dictate Safety | Guyana News
Forget the “it was old” excuse—age doesn’t determine safety, maintenance does. The MV Barima, far from being a rust bucket, underwent major upgrades and…
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Systemic Failures Behind MV Barima | Guyana News
When the MV Barima tragedy hit, calls for accountability surged — but the system’s response feels familiar: officials get pushed out, only to resurface…
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Who Was On The MV Barima | Guyana News
The MV Barima disaster exposed a catastrophic failure in oversight, with over fifty confirmed dead and sixty-nine rescued—but no one can say for sure who’s…
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Guyana Cup: Racing Toward Caribbean Dominance | Guyana News
Minister Charles Ramson Jr. is envisioning Guyana as the Caribbean’s top horseracing destination, with this year’s Guyana Cup marking a pivotal moment under a…
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Venezuela's Earthquake Recovery Crisis | Guyana News
Venezuela’s worst earthquake in over a century struck on June 24, triggering $19.6 billion in direct damage and potentially $50 billion in total recovery costs…
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AOAG Re-elected to Shape Guyana's Aviation Future | Guyana News
Captain Learie Barclay is back at the helm of Guyana’s Aviation Operators’ Association, re-elected president with Andre Farinha and Miguel Benjamin as vice…
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Trump Tariffs Target Forced Labor | Guyana News
Trump’s administration is slapping new tariffs—10% and 12.5%—on goods from 60 countries, including the EU, just as a temporary 10% tariff expires. Claiming the…
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Police Pressure Targets Azruddin Mohamed | Guyana News
Police in Guyana are allegedly going to extreme lengths to pin the murder of Ricardo Fagundes on Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed, coercing former…
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Rodrigues-Birkett Tops UN Leadership Poll | Guyana News
Guyana’s Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett is surging ahead in the race to become the next U.N. secretary-general, topping a major town hall poll with 46% support for…
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Guyana Aims for Top Spot in Concacaf Nations League B | Guyana News
Guyana’s got their sights set on glory as they dive into the next Concacaf Nations League B, facing off against Puerto Rico, Dominica, and the Caymans — all…
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Slingerz FC Crush Sharks to Advance | Guyana News
Slingerz FC crushed SWA Sharks 4-0 in a dominant CFU Club Shield performance, with Kemar Beckford scoring twice before halftime and Neron Barrow and Derrel…
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West Indies Squad Eyes Historic Test Debut | Guyana News
West Indies roll out a familiar yet fresh Test squad for their showdown with Pakistan, blending proven stars like Chanderpaul, Joseph, and Paul with rising…