We all share the journey of growing older, but for many in Belize, that road can feel a little lonely. This week on The Bright Side, as we celebrate the International Day of Older Persons, we’re shining a light on something truly heartwarming, how our
The Belize Government Lotteries Limited (BGLL) is celebrating strong sales and continued public investment as it expands its reach through technology and innovation. Managing Director Janel Espat revealed that Boledo and Lottery sales have seen impressive growth since the company’s first full year of operations. “Our
Police are investigating a fatal road traffic accident on the George Price Highway that claimed the lives of two men. The collision occurred on Thursday, October 9, around 11:20 p.m., between Miles 13 and 14, when authorities responded to reports of a crash involving a Ford
When disaster strikes, the focus is often on physical recovery, but what about the mind? Today is World Mental Health Day, observed by the World Health Organization under the theme “Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies”. Mental health in Belize is often overlooked, with no national
The White House has accused the Nobel Committee of placing “politics over peace” after Venezuelan pro-democracy activist María Corina Machado won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize instead of President Donald Trump. Machado was honoured for her “tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela.”
Belize joined Taiwan in celebrating the 114th National Day with events both at home and abroad. On Wednesday night, the Taiwan Embassy in Belize hosted a vibrant event in Belize City, attended by government officials, business leaders, and community representatives. The long-standing 36-year relationship between Belize
Police are investigating a tragic crash on the George Price Highway that claimed the lives of two Mexican nationals late Thursday night near mile 13. According to reports, a white pickup travelling toward Belmopan rear-ended a trailer, pushing it into another vehicle coming from Belize City.
The community of Mary Hill R.C. School in Corozal woke up to disappointment and heartbreak after vandals defaced the school’s recently painted buildings overnight. In a statement posted on social media, the school wrote, “Today is a very sad day for MHRCS and our community. Today,
Ten students and one teacher from Belize Rural Primary School have graduated from the School Disaster Leadership Brigade Program, a new initiative by NEMO and Taiwan ICDF to strengthen disaster preparedness in the Belize River Valley. The graduates, representing six communities, were trained in fire safety,
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her unwavering fight to defend democracy and promote a peaceful transition from dictatorship in Venezuela. The Norwegian Nobel Committee praised Machado for “keeping the flame of democracy burning amid a growing
