In a major ruling from the Court of Appeal, two men convicted of murder in 2018 have had their convictions overturned. Marvin Neal and Jaroud Lamb were serving life sentences for the 2013 murder of Steven Valencia in Santa Elena Town. But today, the Court
A courtroom twist has delayed the trial of two police officers accused of willfully suppressing a couple they allegedly caught in a compromising situation back in 2020. The case, involving officers Leslie Martinez and Jason Shaw, took an unexpected turn when charges against a third
When we think of national treasures, few things rival the majesty and mystery of our ancient Mayan heritage. Towering above the lush jungle canopy, these awe-inspiring structures are more than just stone, they're silent storytellers of a civilization that once thrived in our very own
The Belize Airports Authority has hit pause on two security contracts that were awarded under its previous board. The contracts, given to ISecurity and Four Diamonds, are now under investigation by the current board of directors. In a public statement, the BAA said it has
There’s been growing buzz about a possible shake-up in Belize’s telecom industry and tonight, Belize Telemedia Limited is setting the record straight. In a statement released today, BTL addressed speculation about a potential consolidation in the broadband, cable, and mobile telecom sectors. The company says
A heavy downpour on Wednesday night turned the Racoon Street Police Station in Belize City into a soggy mess. Videos making the rounds on social media show water gushing through a leaky roof, flooding the station’s floors and leaving officers scrambling. This isn’t the first
A powerful new book is shedding light on the complex realities of gang life in Belize City, and it’s sparking important conversations about violence, identity, and community. Today, sociologist Doctor Adam Baird officially launched his latest publication, From South Central to South Side, at the University
The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a formal response following viral videos of the deteriorating conditions at the Racoon Street Police Station during recent rainfall. The Ministry said, “the well-being of our officers and the integrity of our law enforcement infrastructure remain matters of the
Seven months after Elon Musk threw his support behind Donald Trump, their once-powerful alliance has turned into a bitter and very public feud on social media. Musk, the billionaire Tesla CEO, accused the president of dishonesty over his so-called “big, beautiful bill,” which is Trump’s latest
When News 5 asked Financial Secretary Joseph Waight if the government can afford the salary increase that teachers are demanding, he said, "We can barely afford what we are doing right now." According to Waight, the government is already struggling to manage its current expenditure levels.
