Belize wrapped up a three-day conference this week on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), bringing together banks and financial officials to talk about the country’s place in the global financial system. From paying for medical treatment abroad to sending tuition fees for
While many Indigenous languages across Central America face declining use, Belizean representatives were part of a regional push this weekend to change that trajectory. Meeting in Guatemala, cultural leaders launched the Indigenous Language Plan for Central America, a coordinated effort aimed at protecting Indigenous languages and
CEO of the Ministry of Transport, Chester Williams, says enforcement remains a top priority as officials crack down on unsafe practices in the public transport sector. Williams confirmed that senior officers, including the Chief Transport Officer, conducted inspections as early as 4:30 a.m. in areas such
The Ministry of Transport has denied claims that terminal workers are being ordered to resign ahead of the transition to the National Bus Company, which is set to take effect on March first. Chief Executive Officer Chester Williams rejected the allegations, saying no directive has been
Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar, delivered a forceful and politically charged address Tuesday night at the opening of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in St. Kitts and Nevis, sharply defending her country’s sovereignty and security policies while questioning
On Wednesday, February 25, police conducted a special operation in Maxboro, Sandhill Village, resulting in a major drug seizure. Officers recovered four parcels of cocaine weighing a total of 4,385 grams, equivalent to approximately 9.66 pounds. In addition, police found another 109 grams of cocaine in
If you want to watch the grand finale of La Ruta Maya at Grand Resort near Haulover Birdge, you’ll have to pay a fee. Roberto Harrison, Vice Chair of the La Ruta Maya Planning Committee, said the race is privately run and depends on long-standing sponsorships
An online nonscientific poll conducted by News Five on our Facebook page shows overwhelming public opposition to the recent decision to move the finish line of the La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge from the BelCan Bridge to the Grand Resort near the Haulover Bridge
Organisers of the La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge have confirmed that the fourth and final leg of the race will end at the Grand Resort. Vice Chair of the race planning committee, Roberto Harrison, said the decision was driven by safety and logistics. “After quite
Young entrepreneur Daja Gamboa recently stopped by the Open Your Eyes morning show to share the sweet story behind her new small business, Cookie Lab. With passion, creativity, and a tray of beautifully decorated treats in hand, Daja gave the viewers an inside look at
