Author: THE CONNECTING NEWSPAPER

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – The International Business Conference (IBC), themed “Building a Strong Tomorrow: Guyana’s Manufacturing Sector,” served as a key platform to explore the dynamic economic ties between Guyana and Suriname. The event emphasised the importance of regional collaboration in driving sustainable growth and development. Guyana’s chief investment officer of the Guyana office for investment Dr Peter Ramsaroop delivered a keynote address highlighting how these strategic connections are fostering new investment opportunities, regional trade, and a broader vision for prosperity in the region. Dr Ramsaroop stressed the importance of the close relationship between Guyana and Suriname, two neighbouring Jaguar…

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Bravo Le Roux Releases ‘Igazi, Iinyembezi Nombilo’ Deluxe Edition. Bravo Le Roux has officially unveiled the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed project, Igazi, Iinyembezi Nombilo. The deluxe version is now available on all major streaming platforms, offering fans an expanded musical experience that builds on the success of the original release. Bravo Le Roux Releases ‘Igazi, Iinyembezi Nombilo’ Deluxe Edition Arranged and engineered by renowned producer Shaney Jay, the deluxe edition promises to deliver the signature sound that has captivated listeners and showcases Bravo’s artistic evolution. The seven-track project comes with some exciting features with Sjava and YoungstaCPT making…

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It’s not often that the Georgia Bulldogs find themselves on the wrong of the stick recruiting-wise, but they did just recently suffer a big loss in that regard. Jared Curtis, five-star quarterback from Nashville, Tennessee, announced his decommitment from the Bulldogs on Thursday night.“The recruiting process has been an exciting time and a huge learning experience for me,” Curtis said in a statement on X. He thanked the Georgia coaching staff for its interest in him as a recruit, but he also broke the news that he feels he can’t remain committed at this time.“This morning I spoke with Coach [Kirby]…

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Pakistan beat England by 152 runs to level three-game series on Day Four of second Test match in Multan.Pakistan sealed their first home Test win in nearly four years as they beat England by 152 runs in the second match in Multan on Friday, levelling the three-game series and vanquishing last week’s crushing defeat. The victory also ended an 11-Test winless streak in home matches stretching back to February 2021, and was secured before lunch on the fourth day as England lost eight wickets in the session to be bowled out for 144 while in pursuit of 297. Pakistan off-spinner…

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In 2008, the city health department opened up 1,000 permits for street vendors to sell fresh fruits and vegetables in New York City’s food deserts. But just 149 vendors held those Green Carts permits as of the end of May, while 1,445 others remained on a waitlist for a chance to apply for the 851 that were still up for grabs, according to a new analysis of data THE CITY obtained from the health department last month via a public records request. When the permits were launched 16 years ago, then-mayor Michael Bloomberg touted the program as an “important public health initiative…

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WASHINGTON, USA – The conference “Promoting Access to Rights for youth in the Americas through Sports and Play” was organized with the objective to discuss the importance of active lifestyles and sports as enablers for equity, social inclusion, and human development. The ceremony was inaugurated by the welcoming words of OAS secretary-general, Luis Almagro, and ambassador Roberto Nocella, permanent observer of Italy to the OAS.OAS Secretary-General Almagro, said: “Our partnership with Ferrero reflects a shared vision: that promoting access to these rights is not just a goal, but a responsibility. Sports and play are integral to ensuring that every young…

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Lucasraps Reveals Interesting Collaborations On Upcoming Project ‘Location Hurting 3.’ Since the beginning of the year, Lucasraps has emerged as one of the SA rappers dedicated to releasing new music. The Durban artist has confirmed that he’s currently working on a project that will serve as a sequel to Location Hurting, making this upcoming release the third instalment in the series. Lucasraps Reveals Interesting Collaborations On Upcoming Project ‘Location Hurting 3’ In a recent social media post, the rapper expressed immense confidence in his upcoming music, stating that it will take the industry by storm. “Ngl I’m kinda proud of…

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The full moon in the UK peaked on Thursday afternoon (October 17) when it was below the horizon, but it will still appear brilliant and nearly full for the next several evenings.Here’s important details you need to know about this lunar event.What is the Hunter’s Supermoon?Full moons are named after possible natural events that occur throughout that month.The full moon in October is referred to as the Hunter’s Moon because it coincides with the beginning of the fall foliage and the thinning of summertime vegetation in preparation for the winter months.Thus, this time of year would have seen an increase…

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On Tuesday, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin revealed that quarterback Russell Wilson is “in consideration” to start over Justin Fields in Week 7.As the week has progressed, it seems more and more likely that will be the case when Pittsburgh hosts the New York Jets (2-4) on “Sunday Night Football.”While Fields has led the Steelers to a 4-2 record, he admits he hasn’t played his best football.”I don’t think I played good enough, to be real with you,” Fields told reporters. “If I’m being real with myself, if I did play well enough, I don’t think there would be…

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Kenya’s Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been removed from office after he was impeached in a historic vote in the country’s Senate on Thursday night. Gachagua becomes the first deputy president to be removed from office in this way since impeachment was introduced in Kenya’s 2010 constitution. The 59-year-old, who was once a close ally of President William Ruto, faced 11 charges including insubordination to the president, inciting ethnic violence, corruption, undermining government and money laundering, among others. Gachagua rejected the charges against him as being politically motivated. But the Senate – which only had to find him guilty of one…

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