In September, Leader of the Opposition Moses “Shyne” Barrow made headlines when he refused to stand in the House of Representatives to support a motion celebrating thirty-five years of diplomatic relations between Belize and the Republic of China (Taiwan). Barrow expressed skepticism about Taiwan’s generosity
We took the opportunity to speak with Taiwan’s foreign minister about the growing trend of Belizean students choosing to remain in Taiwan after finishing their studies. We inquired whether there are any initiatives in place to motivate these students to return to Belize and contribute
On Friday, the Republic of China’s foreign minister called on Guatemala to sever diplomatic ties with the Republic of China (Taiwan). These remarks coincided with the Foreign Minister of Taiwan’s official visit to Central American and Caribbean nations that maintain diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Today,
With Halloween just around the corner, thrill-seekers and candy lovers alike are on the hunt for the ultimate tricks and treats. This year, those eager for a good scare or a dazzling show flocked to the Bliss Center for Performing Arts. On Sunday, it transformed
For the second year in a row, cane farmers in northern Belize are celebrating a record-breaking final payment for their sugarcane. Today, Belize Sugar Industries (B.S.I.) announced that farmers will receive an impressive ninety dollars and ninety-five cents per ton for the 2024 crop. According
Earlier this month, we reported on fusarium, the fungal disease that has cane farmers in the Corozal District on high alert as it rapidly spreads through their crops. These farmers remain vigilant as the disease, which causes wilting and yellowing of sugar cane, continues to
A butcher is facing the loss of his firearm after he and his common-law wife were caught at home with unlicensed firearms and ammunition. Today, they appeared in court on five gun and firearm-related charges, including two counts of keeping a firearm without a license
Tonight, a shocking case of alleged human trafficking has come to light involving an Indian national. Forty-six-year-old Harish Kishanchand, the owner of Chic’s and Harry’s Import in Belize City, stands accused by his former employee of withholding food, pay, and even his passport. The accuser,
A family of six is counting their blessings after surviving a harrowing crash on Saturday evening. Their vehicle collided head-on with a horse standing on the highway, but fortunately, their injuries were not life-threatening. The accident occurred at mile forty-one on the Philip Goldson Highway around
Tonight, a father is accusing the Northern Regional Hospital of negligence after he had to rush his son to a private clinic for urgent care. The father, a public servant, shared that his son waited over an hour at the public hospital without receiving any
