Tonight, on Kolcha Tuesday, we’re tapping into the heartbeat of Belize, its music. From the roots of Punta and Brukdown to a new wave of artists blending Afro‑Caribbean, Latin, and urban sounds, the creative energy in Belize has never been stronger. The talent is here,
Constable Kenrick Bol made history recently as the first male police officer allowed to wear dreadlocks while on duty. But that moment may be short‑lived. Police Commissioner Dr. Richard Rosado has now warned Bol that the hairstyle must go. It’s a flashback to 2019, when
Three young sisters, just four, six, and eight years old, were recently removed from their home and placed in a children’s facility after raising concerns about their living conditions. But their removal sparked another issue: a frustrated aunt who says the family was never given
Child neglect continues to be the biggest reason Belizean children end up in the care of the Department of Human Services, and the Belize District leads those numbers. Whenever a child is believed to be living in an unsafe environment, whether it’s neglect, physical abuse,
In early December the Vital Statistical Unit launched its Civil Registry and Vital Statistics System, an online platform meant to improve access. But, only days after the launch the transition proved to be rocky, with reports of system glitches, long lines and mounting frustration. And
The Ministry of Health and Wellness is urging Belizeans tonight to double‑check their vaccination records. This comes after Guatemala confirmed a dozen measles cases, including in areas right along our shared border. Health officials are warning that measles is one of the most contagious viruses
Visual artist Yaoling Lee is gearing up to officially launch the second edition of her book Beautiful Belize City. The first edition, released back in 2024, showcased vibrant urban scenes from across the city, paired with writing from Lee and twenty‑two Belizean authors. After the
Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) has presented its proposed acquisition of SpeedNet to Cabinet today, following consultations with the Social Security Board, the Belize Communications Workers’ Union, and other stakeholders. The government says it will make its position public once BTL concludes its round of ongoing consultations. In
President Donald Trump’s push to claim Greenland has stirred tensions with Europe, threatening trade and NATO unity ahead of his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The dispute over the Arctic island, part of Denmark, has already prompted talk of retaliatory tariffs from
Some local businesses have lost thousands to a growing credit card scam linked to the country’s BPO sector. Tonight, News Five is exposing how it works from the inside. News 5 has obtained an exclusive interview with a former employee who was involved in stealing payment
