Police are investigating a reported home invasion in Cristo Rey Village that led to the apprehension of two suspects, one of whom was shot during the incident. According to information received, the home invasion occurred on Thursday afternoon. Residents alerted authorities, prompting a swift response from
Belizean DJ "Mistah Geeh" announced this week he is cancer-free after his months-long battle with cancer and kidney failure that forced him into dozens of combined treatment, including chemotherapy, dialysis and a stem cell transplant. The entertainer, whose real name is Jiri Loskot, was diagnosed in
Trinidad and Tobago has secured a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term, winning one of the most emphatic election results of the day with 181 votes out of 191 cast, including the support of all five permanent members of
The Government of Belize is in discussions with BermudAir about potential new routes to Belize, even as the global airline industry faces cutbacks and route reductions. Tourism Minister Anthony Mahler confirmed that talks with the airline have been ongoing for some time, with early discussions even
After everything it took to get here, the birthday card sent by an 82-year-old mother in the United States finally made it to her son in Belize. The man confirmed receiving the card on May 27 after days of delays. Images of the card show a
Empowering Belizean Businesses for Global Markets BELTRAIDE, through its Export Belize unit, continues to play a pivotal role in helping Belizean businesses expand beyond local borders. During an appearance on Open Your Eyes, Export Business Advisor Asia Gilharry explained that Export Belize supports entrepreneurs at every
A man injured in a car crash on May 1st is alleging that an officer gave him false information about the crash and pressured him to accept fault. Cory Middleton said the accident occurred on North Ring Road in Belmopan on the night of Labour Day,
A small group of former Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) employees staged a protest outside the National Assembly today as lawmakers met inside, calling attention to a long-running dispute over unpaid severance benefits. Members of the Belize Energy Workers for Justice gathered outside the building, urging government
More than 20,000 primary school students across Belize are participating in a nationwide assessment aimed at measuring academic performance and identifying areas where additional support may be needed. The assessment is being conducted in 287 schools and includes students from Standard One, Standard Four and Standard
Cuba will lose access to Visa and Mastercard transactions starting this Saturday, June 6th, as U.S. sanctions force a foreign financial partner to sever ties with the island. Cuba's Central Bank confirmed the suspension on Wednesday and linked it directly to a US executive order signed
