The dreaded hurricane that Florida residents were bracing for has finally passed, but not without causing significant devastation. At least twelve lives were lost, many more people are now homeless, and millions are without power. The hurricane made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, late Wednesday
Teaching children healthy nutrition is not an easy task when the unhealthy options that exist are backed by huge marketing budgets to increase their appeal. One school has discovered that one way to change a child’s mind about eating healthy is to include healthy eating
The National Emergency Management Organization hosted the country’s first-ever Disaster Risk Reduction Youth Forum today. Youths from across Belize District gathered at the Princess Hotel to provide their input on Belize’s disaster risk reduction policies. The forum also served as a platform to engage our
As we reported on Wednesday, thirty-seven-year-old Santiago Ciau Junior sadly passed away earlier this week after a long battle with a debilitating bone condition. Ciau had been a dedicated member of the Belize Police Department since July twenty-third, 2006. However, in March 2023, he was
On the other side of the globe, long-time allies of Belize celebrate National Taiwan Day on October tenth. Here in Belize, people are joining in on the celebration at the Taiwan Expo 2024. This expo celebrates thirty-five years of friendship between the two countries and
Today, members of the Belize Port Authority and various stakeholders came together to review the latest data on Belize’s Port Industry. With this information in hand, the Belize Port Authority aims to collaborate with stakeholders to make improvements to the ports. News Five’s Britney Gordon
Just three weeks ago, the contract to pave three miles of the San Carlos Road was signed, and now the project is in full swing. This development is set to transform the lives of local farmers and residents, making it easier for them to travel
Ready Call Center RCCBPO celebrated the grand opening of its eighth location in Belize, right here in Belize City. This new office is a shining example of how the industry is boosting the local economy. Here’s News Five’s Britney Gordon with more details. Britney Gordon,
The Vacuum Cleaners of the Sea Sea cucumbers play a vital role in marine ecosystems and are an important fishery. Known as the ‘vacuum cleaners’ of the sea, they help maintain ocean floor health by recycling nutrients. These sea creatures break down detritus and improve sediment
Taiwan's 113th National Day is being commemorated today. In Belize, the Embassy of Taiwan and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) inaugurated the 2024 Taiwan Expo this morning at the Caribbean Motors facility in Belize City. The event started at 9 a.m., and the
