Civil disorder may have dominated today’s headlines, but that’s not how this morning’s protest began. For nearly two hours, demonstrators quietly lined Saint Thomas Street, peacefully picketing the proposed BTL–Speednet merger. Union executives stood shoulder to shoulder with UDP supporters, an unusual mix, all united
And after the chaos broke out and tensions started climbing, one person stepped forward to try and cool things down, Lee Mark Chang. He positioned himself directly between the frontline protesters and the entrance to the building, essentially blocking their attempt to push inside. We
As Lee Mark Chang stood in the middle of the chaos, wedged between police officers and an increasingly agitated crowd, the unions took a very different approach. They stayed put on Saint Thomas Street, choosing not to follow protesters onto the BTL compound. So, we
Belize Telemedia Limited is speaking out tonight, issuing a strong statement after protesters forced their way onto the company’s compound this morning. In its release, BTL condemns what it calls unlawful trespassing, saying several demonstrators ignored police instructions and created an unsafe situation for both
Pressure is mounting inside Belize Telemedia Limited, where former workers are openly challenging the leadership at the state‑owned company. The Belize Communications Workers for Justice are now calling for the resignation of BTL Chairman Markhelm Lizarraga, saying trust, transparency, and accountability have broken down under
There’s a growing split tonight inside the BTL family, between former employees, now united under the Belize Communication Workers for Justice, and the current staff represented by the Belize Communication Workers Union. On Monday, the BCWJ came out strongly against BTL’s proposed consolidation with Speednet.
The Belize Communication Workers for Justice say they’re putting the country on notice, after watching what has happened to the Association of Beneficiaries and Retired Public Officers. ABPRO has been fighting to recover funds owed to them since 1995, and tragically, several members have died
Punta Gorda is one of those places where culture isn’t just preserved, it’s lived. From the soul-stirring rhythms of Garifuna drums to the depth of Maya spirituality, the bold flavors of East Indian cuisine, and the timeless charm of Creole storytelling, PG has long been
Today, the Belize Customs and Excise Department hosted an information fair at the Battlefield Park in Belize City in observation of International Customs Day. The event included displays from partners like the Belize Agricultural Health Authority, Belize Port Authority, Statistical Institute of Belize and others.
A San Pedro educator has been convicted and sentenced in connection with a criminal case involving three students. The teacher, a forty-seven‑year‑old Alex Noralez, a resident of the Boca del Rio area, was found guilty on two of three counts following a trial that concluded
