The Senate debate on the 2026/2027 Revenue & Expenditure Estimates ended in controversy Friday night. That's because the debate concluded without contributions from United Democratic Party (UDP) Senator Sheena Pitts. When it was time for the senator to provide contributions, she was not in the chambers. According
Veteran cyclist Kaya Cattouse has completed her 20th and final Cross Country ride in 2nd place, closing a chapter in Belizean cycling marked by both triumphs and challenges. "It has been a rocky, rocky road being a woman in cycling in the country of Belize," she
Spain has closed its airspace to US military aircraft involved in operations against Iran and will not allow the use of its bases for any part of the conflict, according to Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles. "We have made this clear to the American government from
Prime Minister John Briceño and Minister of Immigration Kareem Musa personally delivered passports and nationality certificates to Belizean-Americans living abroad on Friday. "This is an incredibly special treat to have you [Prime Minister] with us, for the diaspora Belizeans to have this experience," Musa said. The outreach
The World Meteorological Organization has released the official list of storm names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which begins on June 1. Among the 21 names slated for use this year are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, Edouard, Fay, Gonzalo, Hanna, Isaias, Josephine, Kyle, Leah, Marco,
Olivia Yacé, Fourth Runner‑Up at the Miss Universe pageant representing Côte d’Ivoire, is visiting Belize. However, her visit is being overshadowed by a racist comment made on Facebook by a local tour guide. Yacé is in the country collaborating with Miss Universe Belize, Isabella Zabaneh, on
The Belize National Teachers’ Union (BNTU) held its first-ever "Mr BNTU" competition on Saturday, and 28-year-old Maclovio Ack of Punta Gorda claimed the crown. The event was part of the union’s national convention in Belize City and the four-day celebration of teachers. Nine male educators from
The Queen Conch fishery will officially close next Monday, on April 6, 2026. The closure follows the full utilisation of the Queen Conch Production Quota for the 2025–2026 fishing season. According to the Fisheries Department, “all conch fishing activities shall cease as of this date until
Celebrating Creativity This Easter Season This morning’s episode of Open Your Eyes Morning Show brought a vibrant and inspiring segment centered on Easter-themed creativity. Hosted by Isani Cayetano and April Martinez, the show welcomed special guest Yansi Young, who shared her passion for art and entrepreneurship. The
Taiwan has returned a familiar diplomat to Belize. Amino C.Y. Chi, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan), arrived last Thursday to begin his third posting in the country. He was welcomed at the airport by members of the Taiwanese community, embassy staff, and the Taiwan
