The citrus industry in Belize has received a significant boost with the recent approval of a one-time subsidy of one million dollars from the government of Belize. This funding is specifically allocated for the purchase of fertiliser to be applied to citrus orchards. The aim
The National Hurricane Centre issued a tropical weather outlook for multiple systems across the Atlantic this morning. In the northwestern Gulf of Mexico, a weak area of low pressure near the Texas coast continues to generate disorganised showers, with a low 10 percent chance of
Summer vacation is officially over, and students across the nation are dusting off their backpacks and flooding back the classrooms as they enter a new academic year. In many districts, the first day of school featured a blend of excitement and anticipation. For many young
Belize has officially entered its 43rd September season as the national flag was raised across the country on Sunday, September 1. The ceremony, held in honour of Belize's independence from the United Kingdom on September 21, 1981, is an annual powerful reminder of the country’s
Carnival Mas Bands lit up the Belize City Civic Centre on Saturday night, competing for the King and Queen titles in the Junior and Senior categories in jaw-dropping and vibrant carnival costumes. Five Mas Bands competed in the Junior Carnival King and Queen category, while four
Honduras announced last week that it will terminate its century-old extradition treaty with the United States following concerns expressed by Washington over a recent meeting between Honduran and Venezuelan defense officials. In a letter shared on social media by Foreign Minister Enrique Reina, the Honduran
On Friday, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Government of Belize finalised major funding agreements during the Third High-Level Dialogue of the Regional Climate Change Platform of Finance and Economy Ministries in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The agreements, signed by IDB Executive Vice President
As September marks Sickle Cell Awareness Month, it's an important time to deepen understanding of sickle cell disease (SCD). This article aims to shed light on the causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of SCD, helping to raise awareness and support for those affected. What
On Thursday, August 29, 2024, the Human Trafficking Institute (HTI), in collaboration with the Anti-Trafficking in Persons (ATIPs) Council of the Government of Belize, hosted the Trafficking in Persons Leadership Summit. This event is part of a CARSI grant project titled “A TIPPING POINT 2.0,”
Margaritaville Beach Resort in Belize recently participated in the inaugural Jimmy Buffett Day of Service, an annual event launched by Margaritaville International to honour the legacy of its founder, Jimmy Buffett. On August 30th, the Belize property joined other Margaritaville locations worldwide in giving back
