Patrick Faber was represented in court today by attorney Orson “OJ” Elrington. Elrington explained that his client tried to file a counter report to share his side of the story but was denied the opportunity. He noted that Faber is prepared to file a counterclaim
Despite the events following the 2025 general elections, turmoil continues to brew within the United Democratic Party (U.D.P). Former Area Representative “Shyne” Barrow stepped down as party leader after losing to Lee Mark Chang in Mesopotamia. However, just last week, Barrow claimed that he still
After a significant defeat in the 2025 General Election, Opposition Leader Tracy Taegar-Panton is promising a new path forward for the United Democratic Party. At today's press conference, Panton outlined the party's plan to step into leadership in 2025. However, she claims the loss wasn't
It's been eight weeks since the 2025 General Election, and the government still hasn't debated Belize's national budget. Earlier this month, the Briceño Administration faced heavy criticism for approving salary increases for CEOs and the Cabinet Secretary, especially with no budget presentation in sight. Today,
The Government of Belize is about to lose access to a hundred and twenty-five million dollars in a development grant from the United States. This loss comes after the Department of Government Efficiency decided to shut down the foreign aid agency, Millennium Challenge Corporation. With
As the Trump Administration in the United States continues to shake up the global economy with increased tariffs, vulnerable nations that rely heavily on imports are feeling the heat. These tariffs threaten to spark an international trade war, which could have a ripple effect on
With no budget presented or debated at the National Assembly, the U.D.P. has yet to receive all the resources needed for the village council elections. Over the weekend, Tracy Taegar-Panton visited Toledo to start preparations for the elections. At today's U.D.P. conference, she addressed whether
Earlier this month, the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing issued a stop order to halt construction on Cayo Rosario near Ambergris Caye. This action came after San Pedro residents raised concerns about the potential harm to marine life and the integrity of the seabed.
A lot of Belizeans absolutely love pupusas, whether it's for breakfast, supper, or just a snack. We order them in all sorts of ways: pupusas with beans, cheese, and chicharrón bits; or even just plain beans and garlic. But did you know that pupusas are
The Belize National Teachers Union (B.N.T.U.) is urging its members to attend a crucial national meeting on Wednesday morning. Despite the Ministry of Education denying their request for time off, B.N.T.U. President Nadia Caliz is pushing forward with the meeting. She’s calling on members to
