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Lovers of the rock genre believe in its success locally

May 10, 2009 knews News Comments Off on Lovers of the rock genre believe in its success locally

Rock music is a loosely defined genre of popular music that entered the mainstream in the mid 1950s. These days, there are so many variations of Rock music such as the heavy metal, punk rock, acid...

A look at the aquaculture industry

May 10, 2009 knews News Comments Off on A look at the aquaculture industry

By Tusika Martin It is always believed that if a fish is not caught in the sea then it’s not considered ‘fresh’ but that perception is changing as the aquaculture industry in Guyana is moving...

Craving good films?

May 10, 2009 knews News Comments Off on Craving good films?

European Film Festival offers a mix of drama and comedy The Theatre Guild Playhouse this week plays host to the 2009 European Film Festival. A total of 10 films will be shown from Monday-Friday, with...

Health Ministry launches investigation into Psychiatric Hospital attack

May 10, 2009 knews News Comments Off on Health Ministry launches investigation into Psychiatric Hospital attack

The Ministry of Health has launched an investigation into the recent attack on patients at the National Psychiatric Hospital, Canje Berbice, where five patients were seriously injured and which...

Mandela dump site a ticking time bomb, disaster

May 10, 2009 knews News Comments Off on Mandela dump site a ticking time bomb, disaster

– Mayor Green (By Mondale Smith) “A ticking time bomb and a disaster,” is Mayor Hamilton Green’s most recent description of the ‘Mandela dump site’ and chances are it will be...

Five mothers happy after Digicel shopping spree

May 10, 2009 knews News Comments Off on Five mothers happy after Digicel shopping spree

Five lucky mothers went on a $100,000 shopping spree compliments, of Digicel, on Saturday morning at Bounty Supermarket, the result of Digicel’s “Make Mom Lucky! Text 2 Win promotion.” People...

Oh no, not my Guyana!

May 10, 2009 knews Letters Comments Off on Oh no, not my Guyana!

Dear Editor, Guyana. My Guyana that I grew up in and remember was a country of mixed nationalities (seven altogether). We were a friendly, fun-loving people, where neighbours and even strangers,...

PNCR attempting to justify its existence with cheap political mileage

May 10, 2009 knews Letters Comments Off on PNCR attempting to justify its existence with cheap political mileage

Dear Editor, I read with disgust the ratings of a popular TV owner/commentator about the alleged state of affairs of the government and some sub sectors such as the NDIA, GuySuCo and the business...

Crime fighting requires citizens’ co-operation

May 10, 2009 knews Letters Comments Off on Crime fighting requires citizens’ co-operation

Dear Editor, The 2002-2003 upsurge in crime left many citizens traumatized and distressed. For this reason, persons appealed for the establishment of a strategic and comprehensive security plan to...

Let’s not forget our shortcomings

May 10, 2009 knews Letters Comments Off on Let’s not forget our shortcomings

Dear Editor, A few days ago Indians in Guyana celebrated or commemorated yet another anniversary to mark the beginning of Indian indentureship that began 171 years ago. As we are often inclined to do...

Sookdeo, Jacobs hit tons, Gonsalves grabs 6-34

May 10, 2009 knews Sports Comments Off on Sookdeo, Jacobs hit tons, Gonsalves grabs 6-34

Record 40 runs conceded in Alves’ over Guyana under-19 opener Jeetendra Sookdeo (112) and National batsman Steven Jacobs (106) hit centuries, while Troy Gonsalves of Police bagged 6-34...

Kick-start planning for GuyExpo 2009

May 10, 2009 knews Letters Comments Off on Kick-start planning for GuyExpo 2009

Dear Editor, My belief is that when early planning is executed for any event, it makes life much easier. In saying so, the organising committee of GuyExpo 2009 should get the ball rolling by firstly...

A Loving healing experience

May 10, 2009 knews Letters Comments Off on A Loving healing experience

Dear Editor, I wish to express my thanks and gratitude to everyone responsible for giving my brother Colin the opportunity to visit Cuba, on the Mission miracle to have his only eye looked after....

Children as people

May 10, 2009 knews Editorial Comments Off on Children as people

Last week, there were two seminal events in the glacial evolution of our appreciation of children as autonomous human beings, worthy of bearing rights. The President swore in the members of the...

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IRB’s Harland conducts Level 1 Rugby Course

May 10, 2009 knews Sports Comments Off on IRB’s Harland conducts Level 1 Rugby Course

They came from various sports disciplines and numbered in the mid-thirties, but they all seemed eager to participate in the Guyana Rugby Football Union (GRFU) – organised Level 1 Beginners Coaching...

Kaieteur News is hardly ever wrong

May 10, 2009 knews Features / Columnists, My Column Comments Off on Kaieteur News is hardly ever wrong

I have been a reporter for longer than most of the present crop has been alive. Veteran broadcaster Hugh Cholmondeley described me as a dinosaur at a forum that was designed to help improve the...

Continues tonight with intense rivalries

May 10, 2009 knews Sports Comments Off on Continues tonight with intense rivalries

The dynamics on the Inter–Ward Basketball Championship has evolved from the street to a developed franchise with all the tenets fit for the annals of history. That will not change tonight when some...

The Baccoo speaks

May 10, 2009 knews Features / Columnists, The Baccoo Speaks Comments Off on The Baccoo speaks

It is a waste of time trying to warn people so I am simply going to talk about the future and let the chips fall where they may. The accidents have occurred and so too have the shocking murders that...

Hikers ‘A’ maintain unbeaten streak

May 10, 2009 knews Sports Comments Off on Hikers ‘A’ maintain unbeaten streak

Hikers “A” produced another dominant performance to out-duel GCC “B” by a 4-1 margin to remain unbeaten in the Men’s Division as the Mr. Toppers Indoor Hockey Tournament continued last...

Mae’s Secondary School, children’s rights and the silence of a nation

May 10, 2009 knews Features / Columnists, Freddie Kissoon Comments Off on Mae’s Secondary School, children’s rights and the silence of a nation

I became a media functionary in 1988, and have investigated countless complaints and stories. The one you are about to read has left me both sad and extremely upset. On Wednesday, the daughter of a...

Motor racers rewarded for efforts

May 10, 2009 knews Sports Comments Off on Motor racers rewarded for efforts

Outstanding competitors at the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club season opening Meeting, which was staged last Sunday at the South Dakota Circuit received their prizes during a ceremony held at...

New Line Cavaliers defeat Floodlights XI in thriller

May 10, 2009 knews Sports Comments Off on New Line Cavaliers defeat Floodlights XI in thriller

New Line Cavaliers defeat Floodlights XI in thriller New Line Cavaliers of Canal No. 2 continued their winning ways in the softball version of cricket when they defeated the Floodlights XI by six...

If racism is wrong in principle, it cannot be right in politics

May 10, 2009 knews AFC Column, Features / Columnists Comments Off on If racism is wrong in principle, it cannot be right in politics

By Sheila Holder, MP and Vice-Chair One can detect that the level of frustration being experienced in the society is fast approaching its zenith with the political indiscretions being displayed by...

AN INTERVIEW WITH THE POET RANDALL BUTISINGH (CONCLUSION)

May 10, 2009 knews Features / Columnists, The Arts Forum Comments Off on AN INTERVIEW WITH THE POET RANDALL BUTISINGH (CONCLUSION)

“In search of THE FINE THREAD OF TRUTH . . . journeying to the same destination” Ameena Gafoor (A.G.): You were a member of the Annandale Literary Group. Who were some of its promising writers?...

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The PPPC does not practice political inclusion

…Peeping Tom Kaieteur News- The People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPPC) has mastered the art of political rhetoric.... more