Belize City came alive this morning as thousands of preschoolers marched through the streets to launch Child Stimulation Month 2026. Kids swapped backpacks for doctor coats, chef hats, and police badges, celebrating this year’s theme: ‘Start Strong.’ Organized by the Ministry of Education, the parade
Belize is boosting its science‑based conservation efforts with a new ten‑year deal for the Las Cuevas Research Station. The government and FCD have renewed their partnership, keeping FCD in charge of the Chiquibul research hub. Officials say the agreement strengthens data‑sharing and cooperation with the
Good evening Belizeans at home and abroad. I’m Shane Williams with another exciting edition of athletic performance we call Sports Monday. Canoe paddlers navigating dangerous waters, primary school footballers vying for a spot at nationals and hoopers of all ages highlight this week’s edition of
Police say the man detained for Saturday’s fatal machete attack in San Juan Village, Stann Creek, had earlier targeted a woman in an attempted robbery. Elias Bejerano was found with multiple chop wounds on a village street in the Stann Creek District. Assistant Commissioner of Police
The streets of Belize City were filled with pride, women's empowerment and plenty of applause today as more than 650 uniformed women marched in a first for the country. That is how women officers from the Police Department, the Belize Defence Force and the Coast Guard
Police Commissioner Dr. Richard Rosado addressed the arrest of Belizean national Benigno Loria in Houston, Texas, who U.S. authorities link to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Speaking to News 5, Dr. Rosado confirmed that Loria had been a person of interest for the Belize Police
In celebration of Women’s Month, this morning’s Open Your Eyes featured an inspiring and empowering conversation on Women Leading the Digital World, hosted by The Belize Collection. The dynamic discussion was led by hosts Paul Lopez and Sabreena Daly, who welcomed an exceptional panel of women
Forty-three-year-old Belize City resident Edwin Flowers died following a medical emergency at sea near Caye Caulker on Sunday evening. Flowers was reportedly out fishing when the vessel began experiencing mechanical problems. Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero, Head of the Crime Investigation Branch, said, "There was
There was colour, creativity and plenty of excitement in Belize City this morning as preschoolers took to the streets dressed as doctors, police officers, chefs and even superheroes to officially launch Child Stimulation Month 2026. The annual observance is being celebrated under the theme “Early Childhood
Belize City residents are being urged to prepare for significant traffic disruptions as the government rolls out what officials describe as one of the largest infrastructure overhauls in the city’s history. The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) is partnering with the Belize City Council
