As the 2025 Lighthouse Ride crosses into its second month, the team of dedicated cyclists continues their inspiring cross-country journey, fueled by prayer, pedals, and a powerful mission. Inspired by the Catholic Church’s Jubilee Year theme, "Pilgrims of Hope," the riders have embarked on a 3,550-mile
Leni Ysaguirre McGann is no longer the Director of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). The unexpected announcement was made a few minutes ago via a press statement. The statement read, "This communication serves as official notification that Mrs. Leni Ysaguirre McGann is no longer the Director
The Government of Belize has been ordered to pay approximately $300,000 to the family of Jahangir Rahman Mahdi Abadi, a 70-year-old inmate who died in custody in 2019, after the High Court found Belize Central Prison responsible for his death. Abadi, who was serving a six-year
Belize’s western forests are under serious threat from illegal cattle ranching, which is rapidly expanding into protected areas such as the Vaca Forest Reserve and the Chiquibul ecosystem. A new report from Friends for Conservation and Development (FCD) paints a grim picture of the environmental
Earlier this week, we brought you the story of Tyrone Meighan, a well-known street figure, gunned down in broad daylight. Tonight, former Police Commissioner Chester Williams is speaking out. He’s reflecting on his time working closely with the Meighan family during his years in law
If you’re a motorcycle enthusiast, or know someone who is, you’ll want to pay close attention to this next story. The Department of Transport is considering hitting the brakes on issuing new motorcycle licenses. Why? Well, it’s all about safety. With a growing number of
Over in Honduras, riding shotgun on a motorcycle could land you in trouble, and Belize might be next. The Honduran government recently rolled out new restrictions, banning passengers from motorcycles in certain areas and at specific times, all in a bid to crack down on
Remember that controversial case involving former police officer DeAndre Reid, the one where he shot and killed the Governor General’s dog while on duty? Well, there’s been a major update. The Belize Advisory Council has ruled that Reid’s dismissal was invalid. Reid was fired in
Jasmine Hartin’s long-running court case has been delayed again, this time, because she’s pregnant. Her attorney, Arthur Saldivar, told the court she’s dealing with health issues and can’t travel. The case, which began in San Pedro in 2021 and was later moved to Belize City,
Winston “Tanga” James was gunned down in broad daylight just moments after leaving his attorney’s office in Belize City back in January 2022. He was shot multiple times, crashed his vehicle, and died on the scene. His common-law wife, Marybeth Wade, was also injured in
