As we mentioned earlier, the Public Utilities Commission’s early findings show that BTL already holds the strongest position in the telecom market. So, the big question now is this, if BTL is allowed to buy Speednet, does that turn the company into a full‑blown monopoly?
Though organized separately, the opposition and the unions echoed the same concerns over transparency and accountability. And while Belize’s independent senators weren’t on the ground today, their voices were still part of the chorus, raising fresh objections during a press conference. Senator Janelle Chanona says
Today is February fourth, and around the world, millions of people are coming together to observe World Cancer Day. This year’s global theme, “United by Unique,” reminds us that while cancer touches many lives, every patient’s journey is deeply personal and deserves care that puts
United Democratic Party supporters gathered at the Social Security Board's doorstep in Belize City today to show opposition to Belize Telemedia Limited’s proposed acquisition of Speednet/SMART. The scenery quickly turned into a showdown with police. UDP protesters attempted to breach into the SSB compound not one,
Bullet Tree Falls residents now have a fully renovated community centre after a nine‑month rehabilitation project. Renovation works began in April 2025 and included new bathroom fixtures, upgraded windows and doors, electrical rewiring, roofing, and fresh paint inside and out. Speaking at the ceremony, Chebat noted the
A woman has been fined after admitting she had jaguar skin in her possession. In August 2025, Lidear Lino was charged under Belize's Forests Act for having wildlife parts without permission. The case ended this week in the Court of Belize, where she pleaded guilty and
As the world marked World Cancer Day 2026, the Belize Cancer Society urged Belizeans to see cancer not only as a disease but as a human experience. President of the Society, Kim Simplis Barrow, said the day is about “putting cancer at the centre of the
Police have arrested and charged 47‑year‑old Cheryl Charlene Garbutt and her 18‑year‑old daughter, Kailah Cheryl Bahadur, for possession of controlled drugs with intent to supply. According to police, the charges follow the execution of a search warrant on Tuesday, February 3, at Garbutt’s residence on Cerro
Police have arrested and charged 24-year-old Kyle Cadle, a Belizean fisherman of Belize City,with keeping a firearm without a gun licence and keeping ammunition without a gun licence. According to police, officers conducting a motorcycle patrol on Riverside Street observed a man riding a black beach
On World Wetlands Day 2026, residents of Crooked Tree joined government officials and conservation groups to sign a new agreement that will shape how the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary is used and managed. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by the Ministry of Sustainable Development,
