The National Hydrological Service issued its latest flood forecast with areas of concern across the country. In Region 7, residents are advised to monitor waterways closely. The Rio Hondo is expected to reach bankfull stage at Blue Creek North, while decreasing flood levels are forecasted
A father from Guinea Grass village in Orange Walk is urgently seeking help for his 38-year-old son, Pedro Novelo, who is suffering from peritoneal carcinosis (PC) and suspected hepatic cirrhosis. According to Dr. Jorge Falcon's medical report, Pedro was "admitted on 16th May, 2024, due
A fire has left Steve Miles, a retired malaria and dengue evaluator, and his family homeless after their home was destroyed while they were away. The blaze, which consumed the structure and all their belongings, has left the family urgently seeking help to rebuild their
Christmas is a time of joy and giving, but it’s easy for families to overspend. However, according to economist Rumile Arana, the ones who truly benefit during this time are the people selling. He says that if you’re not the one selling, you’re the one
For the last 15 years, the Bowen and Bowen Group has embraced the spirit of the season through its annual Jingle Box program, bringing joy and support to families in need. With many households struggling to meet daily needs, this tradition provides a meaningful gesture
A Belizean delegation, led by Minister of State for Foreign Trade Osmond Martinez, participated in the 59th Regular Meeting of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) in Georgetown, Guyana. The team engaged in important discussions about regional trade. Among the key topics were efforts
In a shocking late-night television address on Tuesday, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law as he accused the opposition Democratic Party of engaging in anti-state activities and harbouring pro-North Korea sympathies. This dramatic move has plunged the nation into political turmoil. The
On Monday, Governor General, Dame Froyla Tzalam welcomed two newly appointed ambassadors to Belize at the Belize House in Belmopan. Erja Askola, Ambassador of the European Union, and David Castro De Leon, Ambassador of Panama, officially presented their letters of credence. The Government of Belize said
Belize is strengthening its disaster resilience efforts at the 13th Caribbean Conference on Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM 13), taking place this week in St. Kitts and Nevis. With the theme "Road to Resilience - Checkpoint 2024: Levelling Up for a Dynamic Future," the event brings
The Department of Youth Services (DYS) hosted the National Youth Awards Ceremony on Friday in Punta Gorda. The event marked the conclusion of National Youth Week 2024. It celebrated the creativity, resilience, and contributions of young Belizeans across various fields. Special guests Sheldon Ramirez and Jahrine
