We turn our attention to the nation’s finances, and the numbers are raising eyebrows. The proposed national budget for this fiscal year has raised concern among economists and politicians alike. At a whopping 1.78 billion dollars, the total expenditure is nearly four hundred million dollars
Professional basketball is bouncing back in Belize and it’s doing so with a fresh look, new leadership, and a brand-new name. The Belize Premier Basketball League, or BPBL, is set to tip off its inaugural season this Friday night at the Belize City Civic Center.
Basketball fans are in for even more thrills this season as teams battle it out across two conferences, the Toucan and the Maya, for a shot at the ultimate prize: the Benny’s Jaguar Cup. Much like the NBA’s Eastern and Western Conferences, this format adds
Known affectionately as “Sugar City” for its long-standing role as Belize’s top sugar producer, Orange Walk Town is now setting its sights on something even sweeter—city status. With rapid growth and development over the years, Mayor Ladrick Sheppard believes the town is well on its way to becoming Orange Walk
Just weeks ago, a disturbing video sparked national outrage; a young horse named Wannie was seen being brutally assaulted by a group of young men. The footage, which went viral in April, set off a firestorm of anger and reignited calls for stronger animal cruelty
In the capital city of Belmopan today, fifty Belizean families received the keys to a brighter future, thanks to a major housing initiative by the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing. The occasion marked the official unveiling of fifty brand-new starter homes in the newly
The Ministry of Education has issued an official statement in response to reporting done by News 5 regarding allegations of abuse and negligence at Louisiana Government School. As we reported, several parents at the school accused a teacher of aggressive behavior, including attempting to strike a
In his first week as Commissioner of Police, Dr. Richard Rosado found himself confronting a rapidly deteriorating gang situation on the streets of Belize City. It led to the implementation of a state of emergency (SOE), a move often criticised as a temporary fix to
One person is dead and another hospitalised following a motorcycle crash this morning in Blue Creek Village, Orange Walk District. Authorities responded to the scene around 9:00 a.m. and discovered a Lifan motorcycle lying on top of a Honda XR150L at the roadside. Both riders had
The Minister of Labour, Florencio Marin Jr, is urging patience as negotiations continue between the government and the Joint Union Negotiating Team (JUNT). The Belize National Teachers' Union is demanding an 8.5 percent salary adjustment. While teachers have voiced their demands, Minister Marin said that
