The Belize National Teachers’ Union (BNTU) has delayed a scheduled vote on its next industrial action following a new proposal from the Government of Belize (GOB), which includes a partial salary increase and other offers. The decision to postpone the vote comes as the union
For the first time, the United States has repatriated Belizean nationals via a charter flight rather than the usual commercial routes. Speaking to the media this morning, Luke Martin, Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy in Belize, confirmed the change and provided details on the
A petition to legalize and regulate cannabis on Caye Caulker has been officially submitted to the Office of the Governor General. This moves the island one step closer to a public referendum on the issue. The petition, spearheaded by Village Councillor Ilya Rosado, gathered the required
A 41-year-old man is recovering after being shot in an apparent targeted attack in Santa Elena Town on Wednesday evening. According to police, the incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Carmen Street, when officers responded to reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they learned that Alfonso
The Government of Belize has confirmed the return of 21 Belizean nationals who were repatriated from the United States this morning via a U.S. Government-chartered flight. According to an official statement, Belize was notified last Friday by the U.S. Government of its decision to repatriate the
Police are investigating the murder of a truck driver whose body was found early this morning. Authorities responded to a call around 2:30 a.m. on Valley of Peace Road in the Cayo District, where they found a Freightliner truck with a yellow trailer loaded with sugar
Cabinet met on Tuesday and addressed a range of pressing national matters, including disaster preparedness, immigration, youth employment, and digital infrastructure development. A major focus of the meeting was Belize’s readiness for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Cabinet was briefed by the Chief Meteorologist and the
An internal investigation within the Ministry of Transport has revealed serious concerns about financial mismanagement, with funds collected for services allegedly being diverted before reaching government accounts. The matter has now been formally handed over to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for review. Transport Minister
The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued its official outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, forecasting above-average activity with a 60% chance of an above-normal season. The season officially runs from June 1 to November 30. According to NOAA’s forecast, there will
An Airbus A320 jet from the United States is scheduled to land at the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA) this morning, carrying 25 Belizeans being deported from the U.S. The flight, originating from Louisiana, is part of the Trump administration’s ongoing deportation operations. Most of the individuals
