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Man who won $167 million in the lottery is arrested for the fourth time since his big win

The troubled Powerball winner initially made headlines after revealing plans to share his record-breaking jackpot with his mother

The Independent UK

27 bodies recovered, 83 still missing after ferry capsizes off Guyana

GEORGETOWN — Guyana's ‌government said on Monday that 27 bodies had been recovered from a ferry that capsized off the coast over the weekend with 179 people on board.

Bangkok Post

Guyana ferry capsizes, leaving dozens dead and scores missing

At least 27 people died after a ferry capsized off Guyana, Prime Minister Mark Phillips said Monday, as rescuers searched for 83 people still missing. Sixty-nine passengers have been rescued since the MV Barima overturned Saturday night while traveling from Georgetown to the inland Essequibo region, Phillips said.

France 24

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Ferry capsizes off Guyana, 66 people still missing

GEORGETOWN (GUYANA) - An aging ferry carrying more than 100 people capsized off the coast of Guyana, with 67 saved and rescue teams searching for the rest, officials said Sunday.

Bangkok Post

6 US cities powered entirely by renewable energy sources like wind, solar and hydro

The shift toward the use of sustainable energy sources is a profound transition in the energy system in the United States. A select few but emerging number of towns and cities throughout the country are beginning to successfully integrate renewable energy sources into their electricity supply as part of their…

The Times of India

Eric Huntley obituary

Activist and co-founder of Bogle-L’Ouverture, one of the most important black publishing houses in Britain

The Guardian - UK

‘The Google reviews from just yesterday alone are insane’: Two women go to D.C. Brandy Melville in Georgetown. Now they’re in shock

Two women went to a Brandy Melville store just outside the outskirts of D.C., only to wait over an hour to be let in, even though it was frigid outside. When they finally made it inside the store, employees refused to process the items they wanted and told them to…

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Toyota’s Largest Car Factory Now Has A Huge Solar Plant

The nearly 30-acre solar field in Georgetown, Kentucky, can generate enough power for 1,400 average U.S. homes for a year.

InsideEVs

Influencer Lola Doll Shot Multiple Times in Guyana, Remains in Critical Condition

Lola Doll, a well-known influencer and singer in Guyana whose real name is Lolita Callender, is fighting for her life after being shot several times outside her home in East Ruimveldt, Georgetown.

Latin Times

In Guyana, Remote Dirt Road Seen As Future Economic Lifeline

Through the vast interior of Guyana, a historic red dirt road known as "The Trail" winds through rainforest, plains and hills, linking the capital Georgetown to Lethem in the south on the border with Brazil.

International Business Times

Trump’s National Guard takeover of DC gets trolled: ‘Did they bust somebody for pairing Chardonnay with a steak?’

One resident replied, ‘My favorite part is that ‘Donald Trump doesn't like to see it’

The Independent UK

Journey through the rainforest in luxury on Malaysia’s last remaining sleeper train

J.R. Patterson takes us on a luxurious rail journey from Singapore, through Taman Negara National Park and on to the colonial outposts of Penang.

Euronews

“Water is the new oil” as Texas cities square off over aquifer pipeline plans

Fast-growing Georgetown plans to pump 89 million gallons a day from the Carrizo Wilcox Aquifer but the project is being fought by Bryan, College Station and Texas A&M University, which depend on the same water.

The Texas Tribune

Brickbat: A Nightmare Before Christmas (and After Halloween)

Decorating for Halloween, Alexis Luttrell put a skeleton and a skeleton dog in her yard in Georgetown, Tennessee. She then… The post Brickbat: A Nightmare Before Christmas (and After Halloween) appeared first on Reason.com.

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The Independent UK

Toyota to invest $922 million to build a new paint facility at its Kentucky complex

Toyota says it will build a new paint facility as part of a $922 million investment at its factory complex in Georgetown, Kentucky

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5 Cities Near Austin You Should Consider Living Instead Of Austin

Austin, Texas, has long been celebrated for its vibrant music scene, bustling tech industry, and unique cultural vibe. It’s a hub of innovation and creativity that draws people from all over the world.

The Times of India

PM Narendra Modi adds the cricket flavour to his speech in Guyana

During his speech while addressing the Indian diaspora in Georgetown, Guyana, on Thursday, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the deep-rooted connections between India and Guyana, focusing on their shared heritage, with a special mention about cricket.

Newcastle Herald

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2nd Test: Keshav Maharaj leads South Africa to series win over West Indies

Keshav Maharaj's three-wicket spell propelled South Africa to a 40-run triumph against West Indies in the second Test in Georgetown on Saturday. This achievement also made Maharaj the most prolific spin bowler in South Africa's cricket history.

The Times of India

Batters need to be a lot more ruthless: Temba Bavuma

NEW DELHI: Captain Temba Bavuma wants his front-line batsmen to score more quickly when the second match of South Africa's two-Test series against the West Indies begins on Thursday in Georgetown, Guyana.

The Texas Tribune

In purple Williamson County, presidential politics casts pall over voters

After an assassination attempt against Trump and growing divisions among national Democrats, Williamson County voters mull the November election.

The Guardian - UK

Guyana banks on future as a ‘new Qatar’ in high-stakes gamble over oil production

With newfound oil wealth reshaping the economy, can the country balance growth with sustainable development?

The Times of India

T20 World Cup: Jos Buttler admits tactical mistake against India in semifinal

NEW DELHI: England captain Jos Buttler acknowledged that they were thoroughly outclassed by India in the T20 World Cup semifinal, but he also acknowledged that, looking back, it was a tactical error on his side to leave Moeen Ali unbowled on a turning Providence wicket in Georgetown, Guyana.

The Independent UK

England left to sweat ahead of India semi-final by rain in Guyana

The gloomy forecasts came true as showers peppered the Providence Stadium in Georgetown.

The Times of India

T20 World Cup: England coach feels Rohit & Co. will look to 'bat us out of the tie'

GEORGETOWN: England completed one of their most complete T20 performances in recent times when they thrashed India by 10 wickets in the World Cup semifinal in Adelaide in 2022. But Matthew Mott, the coach of the England team, insists there is a difference between that Indian team and this one.

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