On Wednesday, Chief Environmental Officer Anthony Mai stated that there is no dredging happening for the Cayo Rosario project, located on an island near San Pedro. This project, which has been in the works for several years, is controversial because it's situated within the Hol
International Women’s Month is ending and earlier today, women from all walks of life gathered to openly discuss the often-taboo topic of menopause. The event, filled with heartfelt stories and expert insights, aimed to break the silence and provide much-needed support and education on this
In celebration of International Women's Month, we shine a spotlight on the incredible Belizean women making waves in the art world. From painters and sculptors to photographers and digital artists, these talented women are not only showcasing their creativity but also breaking barriers and inspiring
Gyannah Vasquez, a member of Troop 27 Santa Elena Jaguar Scouts, has become the "first-ever Scout in Belize to earn the prestigious Bird Watching Badge." The Belize Audubon Society announced her achievement on social media, congratulating her "on making history". It added, "Gyannah’s dedication, patience, and
Yolanda Saldívar, convicted of murdering Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in 1995, has been denied parole by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. The board cited the brutality and violent nature of the crime, stating that Saldívar poses a continuing threat to public safety. Her next
Frontline healthcare workers at the Northern Regional Hospital received a donation of 14,000 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) gowns. The donation was presented this morning by Prime Minister John Briceño and the Minister of Health and Wellness, Kevin Bernard. Felix Rhaburn, regional health manager, confirmed the donation, stating,
Shania Welch, 21, was released on bail after being remanded for over five months for child pornography and sexual assault on a 10-year-old. The child reported that Welch made her perform a sexual act on her with a deodorant spray bottle while recording the act. The
A university nearly three times the size of Belmopan, the capital of Belize, is proposing to build a Harry Potter-inspired campus on Belizean soil. According to its website, the Ultimate Business University (UBU) envisions a sprawling campus that will feature 3,000 student rooms, 300 rooms for
The Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association (BSCFA) has voiced strong opposition to the government’s decision to remove the sugar industry portfolio from Minister Jose Abelardo Mai and place it under the Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister, Dr. Osmond Martinez. In
After months of gathering input from over 6,690 Belizeans, the People’s Constitution Commission (PCC) is nearing the completion of its report, which includes 167 recommendations. The 129-page document, titled Compilation of PCC Recommendations, is the culmination of the PCC’s Public Outreach and Education Campaign that
