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Issue No. 6537
THE BEACON OF TRUTH THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026
"Very disappointed" in aviation sector as hinterland airfares soar – President Ali Pages 3&7
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WHAT'S INSIDE:
GRA announces P new customs 10 exchange rates effective Aug 1
…proposes community-run cargo launch service to AK-47 assault rifle, 2 empty cut transport costs to Region 1 magazines
P9
found in Sophia
Berbice fatal accident
“I couldn’t believe what I saw” P10 – mother of horse racing trainer
…invites picketers into meeting, turns protest into conversation
“This will be a life-changing experience for …as new Peace Corps volunteers sworn you” – US Ambassador in to serve in Guyanese communities Page 2
“Everything burn up” – linesman loses home in 2nd devastating fire
US extradition request
US-sanctioned LOO crossed Caribbean Sea for justice, got it – AG on CCJ’s P15 ruling
Page 11
After criticising maritime safety measures
US-sanctioned LOO caught travelling to Region 1 in vessel without licence, certification See story on page 9