Ivan Ayuso, former Senior Accounts Officer for the National Sports Council, is spending his first night on remand, awaiting sentencing for the serious offenses of theft and money laundering, involving over one million dollars from the Government of Belize. Ayuso, who had been out on
Thirty-three-year-old Jayme Marin, a resident of Caye Caulker Village, stands accused of the grave crime of killing his cousin and attempting to take the life of another relative. Justice Nigel Pilgrim has ordered a competency hearing to determine Marin’s fitness to stand trial. This afternoon,
A police officer is currently under investigation, following a dramatic incident on Thursday night involving renowned Olympian Shaun Gill. The altercation unfolded as Gill was driving with another officer, identified as Tyra Smith. The policeman, reportedly Smith’s ex-boyfriend, attempted to intercept them in a black
Who do you think is the most popular politician in Belize? The Belize Poll 2024 sheds light on this question, drawing insights from a survey of 968 Belizean voters. This comprehensive poll delves into the nation’s political landscape, gauging residents’ satisfaction with life in Belize,
Just yesterday, Devin Daly, a dynamic twenty-nine-year-old, was officially endorsed as the People’s United Party Standard Bearer for Collet. Today, he passionately addressed the media to share his vision and reasons for stepping into the political arena. Daly emphasized that he is responding to a
Patrick Faber, a tough political rival, has been an impossible challenge thus far. However, Devin Daly maintains that his dedication to Collet goes beyond the upcoming general elections, setting him apart from previous P.U.P. candidates who lost steam after their electoral battles. Despite being a
The Social Security Board has published a public notice of investment informing that it proposes to lend seven million dollars to Caribbean Tire Wholesale Limited. The purpose of the loan is for capital expenditure and cash flow replacement. It will have a term of fifteen
A new initiative has been unveiled to enhance the digital ability of senior citizens in Belize. The Senior Citizen Digital Skills Training Program will bring together elders from all corners of the country, pairing them with tech-savvy students from the University of Belize. These students
[caption id="attachment_22861" align="alignright" width="300"] Jenica Jenkins[/caption] Scoliosis is a condition where a person’s spine develops an irregular curve that can worsen over time. One brave little girl, diagnosed with this condition in 2023, is in urgent need of surgery.
The Second International Conference of Traditional Healing commenced in the Cayo District on Thursday. This vibrant three-day forum unites traditional healers, complementary medicine practitioners, and medical doctors to showcase the richness of traditional practices. Participants will also engage in discussions on preserving ancestral knowledge for
