Faculty and staff at the University of Belize are reaching a breaking point. Tonight, their union is calling on members to mobilize, after a promised nine percent salary increase appears to be slipping further out of reach. The University of Belize Faculty and Staff Union
The University of Belize Faculty and Staff Union is making it clear that they’re doing their part, but they’re not here to balance the university’s books. UBFSU President Juliane Pasos says while the union has been actively advocating for an increase in the university’s government
Pomona Village is once again in the spotlight, this time, over a piece of land that’s stirring up more than just dust. At the center of it all is thirty-five-year-old Samuel Trejo. By day, he’s a hardworking laborer at Silk Grass Farms and a skilled
We’re back in Pomona tonight, where a new land dispute is stirring up serious tension. This time, it’s not just about land, it’s about livelihoods, and it’s personal. Several farmers say they’re now at an impasse with Stann Creek West’s Area Rep Rodwell Ferguson. These
Belize is more than just beautiful landscapes, it’s a vibrant blend of cultures, stories, and traditions. And at the heart of that cultural identity is art. From music and dance to photography and painting, the arts help us celebrate who we are and where we
With the new highway opening up access to the breathtaking rainforests of Mountain Pine Ridge and the Chiquibul Forest Reserve, there’s growing concern that this gateway to nature could also become a gateway to exploitation. While eco-tourism opportunities may be on the horizon, so too
If you’ve ever dreamed of cruising through the lush landscapes of Mountain Pine Ridge or exploring the ancient wonders of Caracol, that dream is about to get a whole lot smoother. The Caracol Road Project, one of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure upgrades, is now
The Central Bank of Belize has announced that a new series of banknotes will officially enter circulation on August 4, 2025. The redesigned currency features updated themes, enhanced security features, and new portraits that reflect Belize’s cultural heritage while reinforcing the integrity of the national currency. The
Seven-month-old Baby Emiliano Flores is slowly losing the ability to move and is in need of urgent medical intervention. Baby Emiliano has been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic condition that affects approximately 1 in 6,000 children. His parents, Lyzanni and Emil Flores, appeared
UDP Leader Moses "Shyne" Barrow supports the Briceño Administration's Belize Constitution (Thirteenth Amendment) Bill, 2025. Barrow's statement came after the tragic murders of Evadnie Jones and her disabled son, Luke Jones, on the south side of Belize City. "The 13th Amendment that was introduced recently may
