Long before the COVID pandemic swept the globe, hospitals and clinics were grappling with a severe shortage of nurses. This issue continues to plague the nursing field in Belize, driven by an aging population, increasing burnout, and more attractive incentives in developed countries. Despite these
Earlier this year, the Cabinet approved a massive write-off of over $50 million in unpaid hospital bills at Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital. These debts had accumulated over the years, mostly from patients who had either moved away or passed away. Despite this financial relief, there
Police Commissioner Dr. Richard Rosado has indicated that minors may not be exempt from a possible 6-month State of Emergency (SOE) aimed at restoring public safety. "We will do what we need to do, and as law enforcement officers, our job is public safety, and
Newly appointed Commissioner of Police Dr Richard Rosado has confirmed that discussions are underway with the National Security Council regarding the possible implementation of a state of emergency (SOE). "With the death of Brandon Baptist, the security threat was high, and with the shooting of Rojas,
Belizeans across the country were unexpectedly left in the dark late Monday night after a sudden power outage struck just before midnight. The outage, which began around 11:50 p.m. was caused by a generation emergency in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula that forced Comisión Federal de Electricidad
A new group of 23 Peace Corps trainees arrived in Belize today to begin 27 months of service under the Youth Empowered by Sports (YES) Project, a national initiative aimed at empowering Belizean youth through education, mentorship, and physical activity. The trainees' arrival marks a continued
India says it has launched "Operation Sindoor," targeting nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir linked to terrorist activity. The strikes follow a deadly militant attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir last month, which severely worsened India-Pakistan relations, the BBC reported. In an official statement, the
The Belize Police Department is intensifying efforts to monitor and intercept individuals using motorcycles to commit violent crimes. While a State of Emergency will not be declared at this time, Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero confirmed that additional measures are being taken to prevent
A routine school drop-off turned into tragedy this morning when 31-year-old Kadeem Orosco was shot and killed near his home in what police believe is a gang-related murder. Information from police indicates that Orozco was walking alone on Ebony Street when he was targeted by
The Belize Educational Fund and Day in the Park Committee announced the cancellation of Belize Day in the Park Chicago 2025. The committee cited growing concerns within the immigrant community over recent U.S. immigration enforcement policies. In a statement released by Committee President Dr. Phyllis V.
