Japan welcomes their first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, a historic moment in a country where politics has long been dominated by men. But while her appointment is seen by some as a milestone for women’s representation, others question whether her leadership truly signals progress
President Donald Trump has renewed threats against Hamas, saying several Middle Eastern allies are ready to send forces into Gaza if the group violates the ceasefire. He did not name the countries but thanked Indonesia for its regional support. Trump said he told these allies and
With the clock ticking on Belize’s Blue Bond commitments, the Senate gave a cautious green light to Belize’s new coastal management law on Monday, agreeing to revisit key concerns before final approval. The bill aims to improve how Belize looks after its coasts and oceans by
United States officials have privately admitted that the escalating pressure campaign is aimed at forcing Nicolás Maduro from power, according to CNN. The move risks triggering a prolonged and unstable confrontation across Latin America. The White House asserts that Venezuela is associated with drug cartels and
A jaguar struck and killed along the Burrell Boom Road on Monday has been safely recovered by wildlife authorities, thanks to quick action from local residents and police. One concerned citizen stayed at the scene to guard the carcass, while officers from the Burrell Boom Police
Small business owners across Belize now have more time to catch up on taxes and get a fresh start. The Government of Belize has extended the MSME Tax Amnesty Programme until December 31, 2025. The two additional months give micro, small, and medium enterprises more time
A new tourism and housing project near Sarteneja Village in Corozal has been approved by the Department of the Environment. However, developers must follow strict rules to protect the land, water, and local way of life. The project, led by Sarteneja South Winds Limited, will be
Following a public notice from the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) announcing the closure of the Ramada Belize City Princess Hotel, management of the Princess Casino Belize City has issued a statement clarifying that the casino remains open and fully operational. In its release, the casino stated: “The
The tragic deaths of 35-year-old Angelita Magaña and her six-year-old son, Tishan Godoy, in a house fire that police believe was deliberately set by her ex-partner have reignited calls to end gender-based violence. The Ministry of Human Development, the Office of the Special Envoy for the
Belize has secured BZ$10 million from the Adaptation Fund to help rural villages get better access to clean water and prepare for climate change. The new project, called SEAM (Securing Water Resources through Solar Energy and Innovative Adaptive Management), will bring solar-powered water systems to Boom
