On Wednesday night, the Belize Sugar Industries (BSI) reported that it is temporarily halting sugar production for the 2024-2025 crop season due to poor-quality sugarcane caused by heavy rains. To compound this, the poor road conditions have further exacerbated the situation. This morning, Minister of Agriculture
27-year-old Dane Khalil Gillett has been acquitted of the murder charge in the case of 15-year-old St. John's College student, Dwayne Darwin Gabourel. The High Court judge upheld a no-case submission, leading to Gillett's release. The tragic incident occurred on September 27, 2021, when Gabourel was
CARICOM leaders officially opened their 48th Regular Summit on Wednesday evening, setting the stage for crucial deliberations in the days ahead. Among the key voices was Montserrat’s Premier Reuben Meade, who returned to office in November after a decade-long hiatus and wasted no time in
The Alliance of Democracy under the United Democratic Party (UDP), led by Albert Area Representative Tracy Taegar-Panton, has officially launched its campaign for the upcoming March 12 general elections. This morning, Panton revealed that 13 candidates are under her leadership, with one new addition confirmed this
Chief Justice Louise Esther Blenman officially swore in three new Commissioners of the High Court of Belize: Errol Norman Flowers, George Lincoln Gomez, and Mr. Ion Cacho Sr. The ceremony marks the beginning of their important roles in serving the legal community and the people of
The long wait is finally over. A week after CEO Valentino Shal announced on his Facebook that the “major order we have placed is almost ready," the Department of Transport has officially announced that it is launching a nationwide distribution of license plates, stickers, and
Tensions flared at the Punta Gorda Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday when prisoner Mason Kelly attacked Magistrate Sashawna Jody-Ann Thompson. Kelly has a history of violent offences, including burglary and attempted murder. He lashed out during his court appearance. According to police, Kelly was arraigned at 3:30
On Tuesday, the Elections and Boundaries Commission decided that both the Tracy Panton United Democratic Party and the "Shyne" Barrow U.D.P. can use red for the March twelfth general election. The commission, which includes three members from the ruling party and two from the opposition,
When we spoke with Michael Peyrefitte in Belmopan today, we asked if the Moses "Shyne" Barrow U.D.P. has the funds to run a strong campaign and election. Viewers might remember that a few months ago, Anthony "Boots" Martinez claimed Barrow doesn't have the wealth he
Peyrefitte emphasized that it’s not just about money. He compared it to a relationship, saying that winning over voters also requires personal qualities like respect. Michael Peyrefitte, Chairman, U.D.P. “Let me break it down to you as a fairly good looking man trying to capture a nice
