Dr. Melissa Badillo, Director of the Institute of Archaeology, warns that graffiti and damage to ancient monuments pose a serious threat to Belize’s cultural heritage. She says offenders face steep fines, but enforcing the law remains a challenge for site rangers. Despite these hurdles, new
Prime Minister John Briceño is opening 2026 with confident declarations of more jobs at livable wages, safer communities, stronger schools and clinics, and rural villages finally getting paved roads, clean water, and tech‑ready classrooms. He points to GST‑free weekends fueling “tens of millions” in spending
Starting Thursday, January first, Belize Electricity Limited will roll out new tariffs after the Public Utilities Commission gave the green light. But BEL says the increase isn’t enough to keep the lights on without financial strain. The PUC approved a bump of just 3 cents
Eight years ago, Belize made history. The country slammed the brakes on offshore oil exploration, a decisive step driven by a nationwide push to protect our precious marine ecosystem. It all started back in 2010, when talk of oil concessions ignited a firestorm of debate.
Tonight, there’s outrage in Calcutta Village after vandals struck in the early hours of the morning, targeting something meant to bring joy this season. The community’s Christmas tree, beautifully decorated with ornaments donated by residents, was torn down overnight. Witnesses say it was standing tall
The outpouring of public support for one child’s cancer battle has unleashed a wider national issue. Official figures show 72 children in Belize were diagnosed with cancer in the last five years. This diagnosis places immense emotional and financial strain on many families. While public donations
Major Herman Gilbert Swazo (Ret’d) prepares to conclude his tenure as Ombudsman on December 31, 2025. Swazo says he was surprised to learn his contract would not be renewed. In a letter dated December 24, 2025, Cabinet Secretary Stuart Leslie expressed appreciation to Swazo as his three
The Institute of Archeology is issuing a stern reminder to the public following recent reports of graffiti at the Xunantunich archeological site, warning that such acts cause permanent damage to Belize’s cultural heritage and carry serious legal consequences. Authorities say several archeological sites across the country
A family of ten is appealing for public assistance after a devastating house fire early this morning destroyed their home and all of their belongings in Guinea Grass Village, Orange Walk. The fire broke out around six a.m. when twenty-five-year-old Jose Mejia woke to the smell
The Calcutta Village Council is condemning an act of vandalism after the community’s Christmas tree was deliberately damaged in the early hours of this morning. According to the council, the incident occurred between three a.m. and three forty five a.m. The Christmas tree, which had been
