The Briceño administration says it simply can’t afford to give teachers an 8.5% salary increase all at once, especially not while also restoring two frozen pay raises. And today, Financial Secretary Joseph Waight made that message even clearer. He explained that the government is already
The salary dispute between public sector workers and the Government of Belize is still dragging on, with no clear end in sight. On Wednesday night, the Public Service Union (PSU) held a virtual meeting to figure out their next move—but so far, no official word
Residents of Unitedville were left stunned on Wednesday afternoon after a heartbreaking discovery near the village cemetery. Around four p.m., a young boy on his way to a football game noticed a strong, unpleasant smell. When he looked closer, he saw something no child should
In a major ruling from the Court of Appeal, two men convicted of murder in 2018 have had their convictions overturned. Marvin Neal and Jaroud Lamb were serving life sentences for the 2013 murder of Steven Valencia in Santa Elena Town. But today, the Court
A courtroom twist has delayed the trial of two police officers accused of willfully suppressing a couple they allegedly caught in a compromising situation back in 2020. The case, involving officers Leslie Martinez and Jason Shaw, took an unexpected turn when charges against a third
When we think of national treasures, few things rival the majesty and mystery of our ancient Mayan heritage. Towering above the lush jungle canopy, these awe-inspiring structures are more than just stone, they're silent storytellers of a civilization that once thrived in our very own
The Belize Airports Authority has hit pause on two security contracts that were awarded under its previous board. The contracts, given to ISecurity and Four Diamonds, are now under investigation by the current board of directors. In a public statement, the BAA said it has
There’s been growing buzz about a possible shake-up in Belize’s telecom industry and tonight, Belize Telemedia Limited is setting the record straight. In a statement released today, BTL addressed speculation about a potential consolidation in the broadband, cable, and mobile telecom sectors. The company says
A heavy downpour on Wednesday night turned the Racoon Street Police Station in Belize City into a soggy mess. Videos making the rounds on social media show water gushing through a leaky roof, flooding the station’s floors and leaving officers scrambling. This isn’t the first
A powerful new book is shedding light on the complex realities of gang life in Belize City, and it’s sparking important conversations about violence, identity, and community. Today, sociologist Doctor Adam Baird officially launched his latest publication, From South Central to South Side, at the University
