Should prisoners on remand at the Belize Central Prison be allowed to vote? Attorney Michelle Trapp Zuniga from the Justice for Humans Project thinks so. She has written to the Chairman of the Election and Boundaries Department, asking that prisoners on remand be allowed to
Attorney General Anthony Sylvestre used to be a politician before becoming the chief attorney for the Government of Belize. Today, we asked him about the automatic wins given to Anthony Mahler and Henry Charles Usher after their opponents didn't show up on Nomination Day. Sylvestre
Jeremy Enriquez and his attorney, Senior Counsel Anand Ramlogan, are appealing the High Court's decision to dismiss their election injunction application. The case management for this appeal is scheduled for Monday. But will one week be enough for the Court of Appeal to hear and
Keeping our community safe and clean is a team effort, but it wouldn't be possible without our dedicated garbage collectors. Every week, these hardworking individuals visit homes and businesses to collect and dispose of accumulated trash. But have you ever wondered what happens to all
The Albert constituency is one of the oldest areas in Belize City, with roots stretching back to colonial times. Before Mark Espat claimed victory for the PUP in 1993, this area was a stronghold for the UDP, with Philip Goldson consistently winning the seat. After
Four distinguished attorneys have been elevated to Senior Counsel, a recognition that many say was long overdue. These legal professionals have dedicated over two decades to the field, and with this new title comes a greater responsibility to uphold integrity, professionalism, and ethical leadership. The
The Elections and Boundaries Commission ruled that all 41 United Democratic Party candidates—aligned with either Moses Shyne Barrow or Tracy Panton—will be assigned the colour red. The decision comes as the High Court is not expected to rule on the UDP leadership dispute until after
Eighty-eight-year-old Pope Francis remains hospitalised at Rome's Gemelli Hospital with double pneumonia, marking his longest hospital stay since becoming pope. The Vatican issued a brief statement saying he had a "tranquil night and is resting." A Vatican official reported that Francis is alert, eating normally, and
Accused murderer Elmer Nah has fired his high-profile attorney, Godfrey Smith. The announcement was made during a virtual hearing today before Justice Nigel Pilgrim. Smith, addressing the court, stated that he had heard rumours regarding his representation of Nah and sought clarification. It was then that
The body of 29-year-old Raheem Usher was discovered early this morning near a bridge over the Rio Hondo River in San Antonio Village, Orange Walk. He had been missing for more than a month. He was found wrapped in a black garbage bag. Beside his body lay
