As reported previously, the Belize Police Department underwent an overhaul of its approach to gender-based violence at the start of 2025. The Domestic Violence Unit is now the Gender-Based Violence Response and Investigative Unit (GVRIU). Today, Commissioner of Police Chester Williams pointed out that this comes
Yolanda Saldívar, convicted in 1995 of killing Tejano music star Selena Quintanilla Pérez, has filed for parole nearly 30 years after the singer’s death. Saldívar, 63, is currently imprisoned at the Patrick L. O’Daniel Unit in Gatesville, Texas, and her parole review is scheduled for
Following a series of shootings and other incidents at the start of the New Year, Police Commissioner Chester Williams visited the Lake Independence area today to address growing tensions within the BLC gang. Though he did not reveal new details of the incidents, Williams explained
Your "thirsty Thursdays" could be putting you at risk for cancer. Over the last few decades, there have been several things people consume daily that have been linked to cancer. While some experts agree that "moderation consumption" is key to the health risks these habits
2025 is one heavily anticipated year in Belize's political arena. In the last months of 2024, the opposition party—the United Democratic Party (UDP)—faced a series of challenges in its leadership. It still does. On Thursday, Audrey Matura gave the Open Your Eyes viewers an insight
In about two weeks, the United States of America will inaugurate its 47th president—Donald J. Trump. With this come major shifts under Trump's anticipated rigorous administration, particularly in the immigration sector, with new policies expected to tighten deportations. Guatemala is open to accepting citizens from other
Five Belizeans have been selected for recognition in the 2025 New Year Honours list. Former Lands Commissioner and NEMO Coordinator, Phillippa Noreen Fairweather, has been appointed to the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (O.B.E.), the second-highest honour awarded by the British for extraordinary work
China is currently witnessing a rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections, sparking concerns of another health crisis after the COVID-19 pandemic. Reports and online discussions indicate widespread transmission, with some alleging that hospitals and crematoriums are overwhelmed. Circulating videos depict overcrowded medical facilities, and social
Simone Biles, the Belizean-American gymnastics icon, has added another remarkable accomplishment to her illustrious career. On Thursday, Biles was named Sports Illustrated 2024 Sportsperson of the Year. Her journey from humble beginnings to global superstardom has broken barriers in terms of race, age, and mental
A young woman and man are lucky to be alive today after they were involved in an accident reportedly caused by a taxi driver. The incident happened near the corner of the Philip Goldson Highway and Captain Eily Street in Belize City. According to reports, the
