The United Democratic Party’s national convention has descended into a high-stakes showdown. The race for party chairman is splitting the party into rival camps and exposing fractures that threaten the promise of "unity." John Saldivar, returning after years of scandal, claimed his experience gives him the
The Old Capital recorded its second murder just hours apart. 41-year-old contractor Earl Archer was shot dead on Pelican Street Extension late Saturday night. Police say the attack happened just after 10:30 p.m. Officers arrived to find Archer with gunshot injuries. He was taken to the
The UDP heads into its national convention already in turmoil. Leaked WhatsApp messages obtained by News 5 show delegates accusing each other of betrayal, greed, and tearing apart any remaining chance at unity. The screenshots capture a fiery clash inside a delegates’ group chat. Members attacked
International Jaguar Day is giving Belizeans a closer look at the rescued jaguars living at the Belize Zoo and the work being done to keep the species safe. The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center marked the day by spotlighting its role as the country’s only
President Donald Trump says he will grant a full pardon to former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández. Hernández is serving a 45-year sentence in a United States federal prison for drug-trafficking offences. Trump made the announcement on his social media platform. He wrote, “I will be
Police are investigating the shooting death of well-known street vendor Wayne “Pie Bwai” Myles who was found inside his Belize City home tonight. Officers were called to #9 11th Street shortly after 8.00 p.m. and reported finding the 61-year-old lying face-up in his apartment with a
In less than two days, the United Democratic Party will face a defining moment. The long-anticipated national convention isn’t just another date on the political calendar, it’s a test of unity, strategy, and leadership renewal. At nine o’clock sharp, the registration of voters will set
The United Democratic Party is on the brink of a major reset. When delegates gather for the long-awaited national convention, they won’t just be electing leaders. Six critical motions are on the table, including a proposal to expand the delegate base and the creation of
Belize Electricity Limited has asked the Public Utilities Commission for a rate increase of roughly five cents per kilowatt-hour, starting January first, 2026. The company says this adjustment is necessary to recover eighty-seven-point-five million dollars in past energy supply costs and cover an additional twenty-one
There’s been a storm of criticism since the Ministry of Transport announced plans for mandatory training for all motorcycle drivers. Officials argue the move will make roads safer and save lives. But many riders see it differently, they say it’s just another burden on people
