There’s a new face heading to Washington, and it’s a familiar one. Former Assistant Secretary General of the OAS, Nestor Mendez, has reportedly been tapped to serve as Belize’s next Ambassador to the United States. But that’s just one piece of a much bigger diplomatic
Belize is lighting the way when it comes to sustainability in education. Saint Catherine Academy in Belize City is making history as the first school in the country to run entirely on solar power. It’s a major milestone made possible through a partnership with ProSolar
And in case you missed, here’s a highlight of last night’s KTV the Remix episode, where contestants jammed out to reggae and Caribbean tunes. Don’t forget to tune in next Tuesday for another night of electrifying displays of talent with judge’s pick- alternative night. https://youtu.be/hgj7LLmu3ZM
Prominent attorney Richard “Dickie” Bradley has come out strongly against the proposed Thirteenth Amendment Bill, calling it an attack on the fundamental rights and freedoms of Belizeans. Bradley did not mince words, describing the legislation as something out of a “Nazi movie.” “It is an incredible
According to a report by the BBC, Cuba’s Minister for Labour, Marta Elena Feitó Cabrera, has resigned after sparking outrage by claiming there are no beggars in Cuba and that those searching through rubbish do so by choice to make “easy money.” Feitó Cabrera made the
Lawmakers, police, NGOs, union reps, and residents gathered at Swift Hall to debate the Thirteenth Amendment Bill, which aims to restore safety in crime-plagued communities. Assistant Solicitor General Randall Sheppard explained the bill would allow the Governor General to declare any area a special zone for
Police officers from Punta Gorda took their community policing efforts to Mabil Ha Village today. They conducted a meet-and-greet session with residents. According to the Belize Police Department, officers visited several homes in the quiet Toledo village, receiving a warm welcome from villagers who expressed appreciation
Saint Catherine’s Academy (SCA) in Belize City is on its way to becoming the first school in the country to run entirely on solar power. The milestone is the result of a partnership between SCA, ProSolar Engineering Limited, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The project
Convicted kidnapper and murderer William “Danny” Mason is expected to be sentenced on Thursday. He will find out how many more years he’ll spend behind bars. Mason, who is already serving a life sentence for the brutal 2016 murder of Dangriga pastor Llewellyn Lucas, was back
If you thought teachers were the only ones leaving Belize for greater opportunities, you may have overlooked the opportunities students also get. For 36 years, Belize has shared a strong and collaborative diplomatic relationship with Taiwan. At Monday's Senate meeting, that relationship was reaffirmed in
