On Friday, the Republic of China’s foreign minister called on Guatemala to sever diplomatic ties with the Republic of China (Taiwan). These remarks coincided with the Foreign Minister of Taiwan’s official visit to Central American and Caribbean nations that maintain diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Today,
With Halloween just around the corner, thrill-seekers and candy lovers alike are on the hunt for the ultimate tricks and treats. This year, those eager for a good scare or a dazzling show flocked to the Bliss Center for Performing Arts. On Sunday, it transformed
For the second year in a row, cane farmers in northern Belize are celebrating a record-breaking final payment for their sugarcane. Today, Belize Sugar Industries (B.S.I.) announced that farmers will receive an impressive ninety dollars and ninety-five cents per ton for the 2024 crop. According
Earlier this month, we reported on fusarium, the fungal disease that has cane farmers in the Corozal District on high alert as it rapidly spreads through their crops. These farmers remain vigilant as the disease, which causes wilting and yellowing of sugar cane, continues to
A butcher is facing the loss of his firearm after he and his common-law wife were caught at home with unlicensed firearms and ammunition. Today, they appeared in court on five gun and firearm-related charges, including two counts of keeping a firearm without a license
Tonight, a shocking case of alleged human trafficking has come to light involving an Indian national. Forty-six-year-old Harish Kishanchand, the owner of Chic’s and Harry’s Import in Belize City, stands accused by his former employee of withholding food, pay, and even his passport. The accuser,
A family of six is counting their blessings after surviving a harrowing crash on Saturday evening. Their vehicle collided head-on with a horse standing on the highway, but fortunately, their injuries were not life-threatening. The accident occurred at mile forty-one on the Philip Goldson Highway around
Tonight, a father is accusing the Northern Regional Hospital of negligence after he had to rush his son to a private clinic for urgent care. The father, a public servant, shared that his son waited over an hour at the public hospital without receiving any
Today marked the unveiling of the 2024 Mesoamerican Reef Report Card by Healthy Reefs for Healthy People. This comprehensive report, crafted in collaboration with over seventy dedicated organizations, highlights the ongoing efforts to preserve the stunning reefs of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras. This regional
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing has declared the J&W Subdivision access road impassable due to relentless rainfall over the past few days, which has left the road submerged in floodwaters. Earlier this week, the ministry commenced construction on a bridge along this route.
