The fallout from last week’s immigration sickout is far from over, and now the focus is shifting to accountability. Inside the Immigration Department, tension remains high as several officers have been placed on administrative leave following the mass absence that disrupted operations at the western
Transport Minister Dr. Louis Zabaneh is doubling down on the Briceño administration’s position following a request from the Belize Bus Association for relief. As we reported on Monday, the association says most of its members will not be able to operate beyond this week if
The legal battle over the stalled Stake Bank cruise port is moving forward in London, even as questions linger at home. Project founders Michael and Melita Feinstein are suing Honduran businessman Guillermo Bueso Anduray, accusing him of using his influence over Atlantic Bank to seize
After the headlines and flashing lights, we’re now taking you inside the operation itself. Following Monday night’s joint law‑enforcement briefing on the major drug plane bust in Neuland, we’re learning more about how authorities pulled it off. Officials say the interception was no accident, it
For years, Belize’s National Fire Service has operated without a dedicated national headquarters. It is a gap that has long raised concerns about coordination, training, maintenance capacity and even morale within the department. Successive administrations have acknowledged the need for a centralized base but despite
As Belize moves deeper into the dry season, the risk of bush and house fires is once again heating up, but one voice has been noticeably quiet. In recent months, firefighters have consistently declined media interviews, even after major blazes, raising questions about transparency and
A local dispute is quickly becoming a political crisis. The proposed police station in Caye Caulker is now drawing attention well beyond the island, as pending redistricting puts it within the Fort George constituency. Area Representative Henry Charles Usher says he’s been closely monitoring the
As hurricane season edges closer, one of the most dangerous threats facing coastal communities, storm surge, is taking center stage in Belize. This week, the country is hosting a high level workshop that brings together meteorologists, disaster managers, and international experts. They’re all focused on
An online post warning of an imminent heatwave in Belize has been making the rounds on social media, raising concern among residents already bracing for the annual dry season heat. While the increased awareness may be helpful, meteorologists say the information being circulated is simply
Free health care is drawing big crowds in Belize City. A four‑day medical mission led by the Seventh‑day Adventist Church is offering everything from dental services to general health consultations and organizers say the response has been overwhelming. Today, News Five’s Paul Lopez stopped by
