Belizeans paid slightly more for goods and services in February 2026, as the Statistical Institute of Belize reported a 0.7% inflation rate. The increase was driven mainly by higher costs for food, electricity, and restaurant services. Meat prices went up, with pork rising by more than
The Statistical Institute of Belize (SIB) reports that from October to December, the country produced goods and services worth $1.396 billion, a 4.7% GDP growth in the final quarter of 2025. Growth was recorded across all areas of the economy, with the strongest gains coming from
Farmers in Cayo have raised concerns about cattle deaths linked to screwworm infestations, but the Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) says the issue is being managed and urges producers to keep reporting cases. Deputy Technical Director for Animal Health, Salustino Pech, explained that BAHA is not
A California jury has found Meta and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction case, ruling that the companies intentionally designed their platforms in ways that harmed a young user’s mental health. The Los Angeles Superior Court jury determined that both companies were negligent in
The United States has sent Iran a 15‑point proposal aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East. According to U.S. and regional sources, the plan was delivered through Pakistan. Iran’s response, however, has been sharply negative. State television quoted a senior official saying Tehran will
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country will continue working with Cuban doctors, even as other nations across the Americas have ended similar agreements under pressure from the United States. At her morning press briefing, Sheinbaum described the programme as a “bilateral agreement that helps Mexico
The Corozal Free Zone confirmed today that its operations are running normally, following recent concerns over cartel activity at the Belize–Mexico border. Management said all goods are being processed efficiently, essential services remain fully functional, and visitors continue to shop without interruption. The statement clarifies comments
Today’s segment on Open Your Eyes focused on public safety ahead of the Easter holiday, featuring insights from Terence Woodye, First Aid National Coordinator at the Belize Red Cross. The discussion centered on practical safety measures and the importance of preparedness during one of the
The National Bus Company (NBC) is up and running with seventeen operators on board, but the transition to a cleaner, more organised public transportation system is proving to be easier said than done. Bus run schedules remain an issue, and Minister of Transport Dr Louis Zabaneh
The Port of Belize is back at the table with its $900 million cargo and cruise tourism expansion project, and this time the government says it has learned from past mistakes. Public consultations are being held today as the project moves through the environmental impact assessment
