Five years after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, the world has largely moved on, but the virus has left an indelible mark on societies, economies, and public health systems. While Belize and the rest of the Caribbean have made significant
Reggae icon Colvin ‘Cocoa Tea’ Scott has passed away at the age of 65. His wife, Malvia Scott, confirmed that he died early Tuesday morning at a hospital in Broward, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, following a cardiac arrest. Cocoa Tea had been battling lymphoma since his diagnosis
King Charles marked Commonwealth Day with a message of unity, remembrance, and responsibility. He highlighted last October’s gathering of Commonwealth leaders in Samoa, where they reaffirmed the organisation as a space for diverse nations to come together in friendship and cooperation. “In these uncertain times, it
On Wednesday, thousands of Belizeans will head to the polls and cast their vote. With 90 candidates vying for 31 seats, the outcome of those choices will determine who will take office for the next five years. This year's election is historic for many reasons, but
Belizeans are less than two days away from casting their vote on March 12. Today, the Labour Department issued a statement reminding employers of their legal obligation to provide employees with reasonable time off to vote in the upcoming General Election on March 12, 2025. The
A group of Placencia residents gathered this morning to remove rocks placed alongside a beachfront in front of a private property. Footage of the incident shows a confrontation between locals and police officers who were called to the scene. Eyewitnesses report that the residents were acting
Julian Cho Technical High School in Punta Gorda, Belize, has issued a statement responding to a recent incident involving an alleged assault between two teachers. Reports indicate that the confrontation escalated to the point where death threats were allegedly made. "A situation arose on campus involving
The 2025 La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge ended today in Belize City. The race, which covered 175 miles over four days from San Ignacio, saw "Slim and Trim Like Guava Limb" finish first, securing their third consecutive win. The team crossed the finish line with
Travis Flowers, 45, was arrested on Sunday after allegedly shooting his colleague, 44-year-old Calvin Cumberbatch. Reports are that the two were involved in a confrontation that escalated. The incident occurred on Orange Street, Belize City. Flowers, a City Council enforcement officer, faces charges of attempted murder,
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rallied tens of thousands of supporters in Mexico City’s Zocalo square on Sunday. The event celebrated the U.S. decision to delay tariffs on Mexican goods as a diplomatic win. Sheinbaum said the delay followed a "respectful dialogue" with US President Donald
