Christopher Coye has been officially sworn in as a senator. He will also serve as Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance. The swearing-in ceremony took place today before Governor-General Dame Froyla Tzalam, following the advice of Prime Minister John Briceño. Senator Coye, who has previously
President Donald Trump announced today that any nation purchasing oil or gas from Venezuela will face a 25% tariff on trade with the United States. In a statement on Truth Social, Trump cited Venezuela’s hostility towards the U.S. and claimed the country had sent criminals,
The Belize Police Department is recognising several officers across various ranks in a series of special promotions. The promotions are ultimately approved by the Commissioner of Police and officially confirmed through the Logistics and Support Office. Among those promoted is Police Constable #2319 Austin Gillett, who has
Despite decades of progress, tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases, claiming millions of lives worldwide. On March 24, World TB Day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to eradicate this silent killer. The 2025 theme, “Yes! We Can End TB:
Commissioner of Police Chester Williams discussed his upcoming departure from office during this morning's press brief in Belmopan. He shared with the media that he has been preparing the department to ensure a smooth transition for the incoming police commissioner. "I believe that he's capable; he
A man has been charged with the rape of a female tourist in San Pedro, according to Police Commissioner Chester Williams. The incident reportedly occurred after the victim had been socialising with a group of people before leaving with an individual to drive around. During that
Belize's Senior Men's National Football Team faced a heavy defeat against Costa Rica in a Gold Cup preliminary match on Friday night. The team lost the game with a 7-0 score. In a postgame press conference, head coach Charles Slusher explained that the result was
Kevin Herrera has received official endorsement from the Belize Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) and the Belize Business Bureau (BBB) to continue his role as Business Sector Senator for a second term. In the endorsement statement, Herrera expressed his gratitude, stating, “I am deeply honoured
Police Commissioner Chester Williams shared more details of the murder of Charles Bradley. Williams said Dangriga police responded to the scene on Ramos Road at around 8:30 on Sunday morning. "Inside a yard they found the lifeless body of one Mr Bradley. The body exhibited what
Students from the Valley of Peace Seventh Day Adventist Academy are expressing their art with vibrant murals and anti-pollution messages as part of the Youth Climate Action Bus Stop Painting competition in their village. Over the past two weeks, the youths have dedicated their weekends
