Over 69,000 pensioners across Guyana now benefit from government electricity and water subsidy programmes. The government introduced these initiatives to help senior citizens manage utility expenses. As a result, thousands of households receive direct support with their monthly bills. Official figures show that 33,274 pensioners have benefited from the $30,000 electricity subsidy through Guyana Power […]
Over 500 derelict properties in St. John’s are now targeted for redevelopment, government officials announced. Moreover, Cabinet approved a CHAPA land exchange programme to expand affordable housing immediately. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant explained that CHAPA will approach property owners to negotiate voluntary arrangements. He added, “The framework allows CHAPA to acquire privately owned […]
Over 18,000 cruise passengers and crew arrived in St John’s Harbour in a single day, highlighting strong momentum in the 2025/2026 cruise season. More than 18,399 people came ashore as five vessels docked at the port. This total included 13,229 passengers and 5,170 crew members, according to Antigua Cruise Port. The visiting ships included the […]
Over 1,500 Pounds of Meth Seized From Secret Labs in Mexico Authorities found more than 1,500 pounds of methamphetamine in clandestine laboratories in Mexico on Monday. The Mexican navy conducted the operations in Durango, Sinaloa, and Michoacán. In Durango, a land patrol in Carricitos discovered a hidden lab. Officials seized 1,150 liters and 695 kilograms […]
Over 7,800 cruise passengers arrived in Antigua on Monday, bringing a major boost to the capital. Four cruise ships docked at St John’s Harbour during the day. As a result, streets, shops, and tour sites saw heavy activity. According to figures from the Antigua Cruise Port, the largest vessel was Mein Schiff 2. It arrived […]
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