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University of Belize and The ILS Phoenix Partner Appoint Miss World Belize as Brand Ambassador
The University of Belize (UB) and The ILS Phoenix have entered into a partnership, announcing the appointment of Miss Noelia Hernandez,...
Jun 24, 2024


BPM Accuses Government of Stalling; AG Vows Compliance
The Government of Belize will abide by the court's ruling, Attorney General Anthony Sylvester told the media this week when asked about...
Jun 20, 2024


Artificial Intelligence and Labor Market Disruptions: An Urgent Call for New Fiscal Policies
By: Dyon Elliott Artificial intelligence can cause significant labor disruptions; therefore, governments should consider new approaches...
Jun 20, 2024


UDP Condemns PUP's Move to Criminalize Free Press
In a bold stance against what it calls an infringement on Belizeans' rights, the United Democratic Party (UDP) has strongly criticized...
Jun 20, 2024


Animal Rights Advocates Demand Justice After Officer Shoots Family Dog
A recent incident in Belize City has sparked outrage among animal rights advocates following the shooting of a family dog named Nipsey by...
Jun 19, 2024


U.S. Embassy and Belize Collaborate to Strengthen Anti-Money Laundering Efforts
The National Anti-Money Laundering Committee (NAMLC), alongside the U.S. Embassy’s International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs...
Jun 19, 2024


UNFPA Training Addresses Adolescent Pregnancy in Belize
On June 18th, 2024, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), in collaboration with the Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg,...
Jun 19, 2024


Belize Launches 2nd National MSME Roadshow to Boost Small Business Growth
The Office of the Prime Minister, in collaboration with the Belize Trade and Investment Development Service (BELTRAIDE), is excited to...
Jun 18, 2024


96 Officers Become First-Time Land Owners
In an effort to enhance the welfare of Belize's law enforcement personnel, 96 police officers have been granted approvals to purchase...
Jun 18, 2024


Belize Braces for Tropical Weather Double Threat
As Belize continues to deal with prolonged rainfall from a lingering low-pressure system, a new threat is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico....
Jun 18, 2024


Crime Stats: Murders up 28%, Overall Crime down by 14%
Amidst 14% decline in overall crime, the aggregate murder up to May 2024 shows a 28 percent over the same period last year, Belize Crime...
Jun 14, 2024


Davian Flores Sentenced to One Year for Child Cruelty
Thirty-three-year-old Davian Flores was sentenced to one year in prison this week on two counts of child cruelty. Flores gained national...
Jun 14, 2024


Ministry of Transport to Resolve License Plate Shortage in August
The Ministry of Transport says it is under two months away from resolving the shortage of license plates and license stickers. The...
Jun 14, 2024


PEACE Movement and UDP Reject Redistricting Proposal
The Belize PEACE Movement (BPM) and the Opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) are calling for the government’s draft of the...
Jun 14, 2024


Stolen Boat Recovered Behind Nova Shrimp Farm in Ladyville Village
In a dramatic turn of events, a stolen boat belonging to Stake Bank has been found at the seafront in Ladyville Village, concealed behind...
Jun 10, 2024


Communities in Western Belize Bolster Hurricane Preparedness with New Shelters
As the hurricane season looms, the villages of Santa Familia, Billy White, and Duck Run 3 have received a timely boost in their disaster...
Jun 10, 2024


Belize FSC Ascends to Associate Membership with IOSCO, Strengthening Global Financial Standards
The Belize Financial Services Commission (FSC) has secured its status as an associate member of the International Organization of...
Jun 10, 2024


Editorial || Ensure Fair Voting Power with Equitable Redistricting
The proposed Representation of the People Amendment Bill's 35% voter disparity threshold has raised concerns, with the Belize Peace...
Jun 9, 2024


Bread Price Hike: A Necessary Measure, Says Minister Andre Perez
Minister of the Blue Economy and stakeholder in the bakery industry, Hon. Andre Perez, addresses the nationwide bread price increase,...
Jun 7, 2024


Tracy Panton Refutes Allegations in Gegg’s Senate Testimony
Belize, May 31, 2024 — Albert Area Representative Hon. Tracy Panton has raised concerns about the practice of witnesses being able to...
Jun 7, 2024
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