The Government of Belize has been ordered to pay approximately $300,000 to the family of Jahangir Rahman Mahdi Abadi, a 70-year-old inmate who died in custody in 2019, after the High Court found Belize Central Prison responsible for his death. Abadi, who was serving a six-year
Belize’s western forests are under serious threat from illegal cattle ranching, which is rapidly expanding into protected areas such as the Vaca Forest Reserve and the Chiquibul ecosystem. A new report from Friends for Conservation and Development (FCD) paints a grim picture of the environmental
Earlier this week, we brought you the story of Tyrone Meighan, a well-known street figure, gunned down in broad daylight. Tonight, former Police Commissioner Chester Williams is speaking out. He’s reflecting on his time working closely with the Meighan family during his years in law
If you’re a motorcycle enthusiast, or know someone who is, you’ll want to pay close attention to this next story. The Department of Transport is considering hitting the brakes on issuing new motorcycle licenses. Why? Well, it’s all about safety. With a growing number of
Over in Honduras, riding shotgun on a motorcycle could land you in trouble, and Belize might be next. The Honduran government recently rolled out new restrictions, banning passengers from motorcycles in certain areas and at specific times, all in a bid to crack down on
Remember that controversial case involving former police officer DeAndre Reid, the one where he shot and killed the Governor General’s dog while on duty? Well, there’s been a major update. The Belize Advisory Council has ruled that Reid’s dismissal was invalid. Reid was fired in
Jasmine Hartin’s long-running court case has been delayed again, this time, because she’s pregnant. Her attorney, Arthur Saldivar, told the court she’s dealing with health issues and can’t travel. The case, which began in San Pedro in 2021 and was later moved to Belize City,
Winston “Tanga” James was gunned down in broad daylight just moments after leaving his attorney’s office in Belize City back in January 2022. He was shot multiple times, crashed his vehicle, and died on the scene. His common-law wife, Marybeth Wade, was also injured in
Bus fares in the north could be going up, or at least, that’s what some commuters are saying. Seven bus companies have reportedly proposed a fare hike, and passengers claim they’re already being charged the new prices. But hold on, Transport CEO Chester Williams says,
Back in late June, a young life was cut short along the George Price Highway. Sixteen-year-old high school student Tyrel Cardines lost his life after being hit by a Floralia bus in Hattieville. While the Ministry of Transport isn’t directly involved in the investigation, the
