Classes at Corozal Community College remain in disarray today. On Monday, the school closed shortly after lunch, after reports that unpaid salaries had prompted teachers to walk out. This morning, parents sent their children to school as usual, only to be called back by nine
Your light bill could soon work a little differently. Belize Electricity Limited is exploring a new billing system called time-of-use rates. What does that mean? Basically, the cost of electricity would depend on when you use it. If you run your appliances late at night
Motorists may soon be held criminally liable for overtaking another vehicle in areas where highways are marked with solid lines. Now, most of us have learned in driving school that you only pass when the lines are broken, but that rule isn’t actually backed by
And the Ministry of Transport continues its work to establish a National Bus Company. According to C.E.O. Williams, two-thirds of the operators on our national highways have bought into the idea. But, due to the magnitude of the preliminary work that must be undertaken, the
Today, the University of Belize launched a three-day Bio Art program, featuring Mexican artist Rodrigo Murillo. During the opening lecture, Murillo shared his journey and explained how he transforms discarded trash into powerful works of art. Tomorrow, he will lead a workshop with UB students
A female jaguar was discovered dead in the Malacate area of Independence Village, Stann Creek District, yesterday. The Belize Forest Department confirmed the carcass was in an advanced state of decomposition and weighed about one hundred and ten pounds. Investigators found the jaguar had been
The upcoming October 8 referendum in the popular, laid-back Belizean island Caye Caulker is opening room for a much broader discussion among members of the public on cannabis legalisation in Belize. The referendum question is: “"Should the Government of Belize pass legislation to create a responsible,
Belize has been elected to Part III of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council for the period 2025–2028. Kennedy Carrillo will represent Belize on the 36-member ICAO Council during that period. The vote took place today during the 42nd Session of the ICAO Assembly. "This is
Strong criticism has emerged from the Opposition following Cabinet’s decision to launch an independent investigation into the alleged kidnapping of Joseph Budna while reinstating Commissioner of Police Dr Richard Rosado to active duty. UDP Leader Moses “Shyne” Barrow said the investigation was “compromised”, pointing to concerns
A female jaguar was discovered dead in the Malacate area of Independence Village, Stann Creek District, yesterday. The Belize Forest Department confirmed the carcass was in an advanced state of decomposition and weighed about 110 pounds. Investigators found the jaguar had been shot and one
