Entertainment Archives

May 18, 2026

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A Spanish court has ordered the country’s tax authority to refund €55m (£48m, $64m) to singer Shakira after ruling that the money was improperly collected in a dispute over her taxes. The national high court has acquitted the Colombian singer of tax fraud and ordered the Treasury to repay the money plus interest to her. […]

May 16, 2026

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The long-awaited return of the Guyana Festival exploded into life on Friday night as hundreds gathered at the Guyana National Stadium for a vibrant celebration of culture, identity and national pride. Under the theme “Song, Soul and Taste,” the opening night delivered a spectacular showcase of music, storytelling, dance, cuisine and traditions representing Guyana’s six […]

May 12, 2026

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Grove won the inaugural Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport / East Bank Inter-Village Football Tournament on Saturday, defeating Kuru Kururu 3-0 in the final at the Eccles EE Ground to secure the $1 million top prize and the Republic Bank championship trophy. Grove dominated from the outset, led by skipper Domini Garnett, who was […]

April 21, 2026

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After nine gruelling rounds of rapid chess, Candidate Master Sachin Pitamber emerged winner of the Readymix Concrete 2026 National Rapid Chess Tournament last Saturday at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre in Kingston. In the fast-paced event, players were each allotted 15 minutes on the clock, plus five seconds’ increment after every move. Pitamber took […]

April 17, 2026

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The 2026 National Rapid Chess Championship will begin on Saturday in Georgetown, with top players set to compete in a one-day, nine-round Swiss tournament, organisers said. The event, sponsored by Readymix Concrete and hosted by the Guyana Chess Federation, will be held at the Atlantic Room of the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre. Play is […]

April 11, 2026

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The introduction of five new cash-prize awards to recognise excellence across Guyana’s fashion industry headlined the official launch of the Origins Guyana Fashion Festival 2026 on Friday evening at the Railway Courtyard. The new categories — Best Fashion Designer, Best Emerging Designer, Outstanding Storyteller/Innovator, Best Female Model and Best Male Model — were unveiled as […]

April 7, 2026

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At a time when agriculture continues to play a central role in Guyana’s economic growth and national development, Ignite Television is proud to introduce Grow Guyana, a new weekly programme dedicated to telling the real stories behind the sector. Set to air every Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. on local TV Channel 6, ENet Channel 6, […]

April 3, 2026

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In a time when many are searching for hope, guidance and reassurance, emerging gospel artist Anfernee has released his debut single, “We Need You Now” — a heartfelt cry for God’s presence in the lives of those facing uncertainty. Anfernee, 28, was born in Vryheid’s Lust and raised in Plaisance. While his official debut has […]

March 20, 2026

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The Georgetown Film Festival will screen “Sugar Island,” a film by Afro-diasporic filmmaker Johanné Gómez Terrero, on March 28 at the Herdmanston Lodge Hotel. The screening, part of the festival’s monthly film series supported by the Inter-American Development Bank, will explore themes rooted in the Caribbean’s colonial history and the legacy of the sugar industry. […]

March 20, 2026

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WeLead Association, in partnership with the BB Energy Foundation, has announced that two-time Grammy Award-winning singer and entrepreneur Melanie Fiona will deliver the keynote address at the WeLead Women’s Leadership Conference 2026. The conference is scheduled for June 27 at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre in Georgetown, and is expected to bring together women […]

Category: Entertainment

Shakira wins £50m tax refund from Spanish government

‘Song, Soul and Taste’ marks grand return of Guyana Festival

Grove lifts inaugural East Bank Football title

Pitamber wins National Rapid Chess Tournament

Elite chess players set for rapid showdown

Origins Fashion Festival 2026 launches with five new cash-prize awards

Ignite Television launches “Grow Guyana” to spotlight the country’s most critical sector

Finding strength in worship: Emerging Gospel artiste Anfernee launches debut single

Georgetown Film Festival showcases “Sugar Island” and mental health shorts

WeLead announces Grammy Award-winning Melanie Fiona as keynote speaker

Police urge public to record and report speeding, overcharging and misconduct in public transport

Gouveia re-elected PSC Chairman

Arudranauth Gossai elected President of Bar Association

Police urge public to record and report speeding, overcharging and misconduct in public transport

Gouveia re-elected PSC Chairman

Arudranauth Gossai elected President of Bar Association