Ferry carrying 133 passengers and crew sinks off Guyana coast

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The MV Barima ferry sank off the coast of Guyana, carrying 116 passengers and 17 crew members. So far, 67 individuals have been rescued, including 15 children, while many others remain missing. The ferry was on its way to Port Kaituma when it capsized, prompting a search operation involving government and private vessels. The boat was reportedly within its weight capacity and equipped with life jackets and lifeboats.