This morning in Belize City, Tuk-Tuk Belize Tour Services launched the region’s first fleet of electric and solar-powered tricycles marking a historic milestone in sustainable tourism and eco-transportation. The company, led by entrepreneur Tanisha Vernon, introduced eight tuk-tuks and one pedal lounge during a ceremony
Bernadette Francisco, author of “Real-Life Stories: A Path to Healing”, describes her book as a deeply personal reflection, a kind of journal that captures her lived experiences and emotional journey. Encouraged by her therapist to document her thoughts, the book became a form of therapy
Jasmine Hartin’s long-running court case has been delayed again, this time, because she’s pregnant. Her attorney, Arthur Saldivar, told the court she’s dealing with health issues and can’t travel. The case, which began in San Pedro in 2021 and was later moved to Belize City, involves
Belizean author Bernadette Francisco is using her personal struggles with anxiety and depression to spark healing. Her debut book, Real-Life Stories: A Path to Healing, is a heartfelt collection of poetry and reflections drawn from her own lived experiences. “It was only an outlet for me to
Belize is set to be represented at the 2025 Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay, from August 9 to 23. The Belize Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association (BOCGA) has officially announced the national delegation, which will compete across five disciplines: swimming, cycling, athletics, canoe
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a steep 50% tariff on goods imported from India, citing its continued purchase of Russian oil as a key reason, CNN reported on Wednesday. The decision, outlined in an executive order posted on the White House website, includes a 25%
Belize’s shrimp producers can now export to Taiwan following a new export agreement signed last week. Taiwan is one of the world’s largest shrimp importers, offering a valuable boost to Belize’s recovering shrimp industry. A decade ago, Early Mortality Syndrome devastated shrimp farms, but improved sanitation
A new chapter in sustainable transportation began today in Belize City with the official launch of Tuk-Tuk Belize Tour Services. The company unveiled the country’s first fleet of electric and solar-powered tuk-tuks during a ceremony at the Belize Memorial Park. Led by entrepreneur Tanisha Vernon, Tuk-Tuk
A new underwater threat is spreading through Belize’s waterways, and it’s causing serious concern. Known locally as the Devil Fish or Pez Diablo, this armored catfish has made its way into the country via the Rio Hondo from Mexico and is now invading the New
The National Meteorological Service (NMS), in collaboration with the World Food Programme, recently concluded a two-day multimedia production training aimed at strengthening the agency’s communication capacity. The training brought together meteorologists, forecasters, weather observers, and electronic technicians. Participants were introduced to the use of videography in
