Who does Police Commissioner Chester Williams answer to? Is it Prime Minister John Briceño or the Minister of Home Affairs, Kareem Musa? That's what reporters asked Musa this morning in Belmopan. Musa told the media that the Commissioner of Police operates as an autonomous authority,
Under U.S. President Donald Trump's second term, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is focusing heavily on illegal immigration. A week after taking office, ICE agents began targeting undocumented people and those with serious criminal backgrounds, such as those wanted for homicide or convicted of armed
The United Democratic Party (UDP), led by Moses “Shyne” Barrow, held a press conference on Tuesday and laid out several of their criticisms of the Briceño administration ahead of the 2025 general election. Barrow, along with his executive, also outlined their vision and policies if elected.
The shooting of 24-year-old Emil Rivers by police on Friday in Independence Village has brought up a major controversy. Rivas was reportedly arrested for alleged aggravated assault with a knife and was shot by PC Sheldon Arzu. The family alleges that Emil, who is on medication
Tonight, a family in Dangriga is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating house fire that tragically claimed the life of their beloved Sonia Sambula. Just before midnight on Monday, flames engulfed a home in the Benguche area of Dangriga, where Sonia and her two
[caption id="attachment_34249" align="alignright" width="300"] Mark Waight[/caption] Tonight, a twenty-two-year-old man is behind bars at the Belize Central Prison after being arraigned for the weekend murder of well-known street figure Mark Waight. The accused is Peter
This morning, the United Democratic Party held a lengthy press conference at their headquarters, tackling a range of national issues. The head table featured five key members from the U.D.P.’s shadow cabinet, ready to share their thoughts. Over the course of two hours, they covered
Barrow promises that if the U.D.P. wins the election, he will immediately reinstate all the social programs from the previous U.D.P. administration. He didn't hold back, calling the Briceño administration the worst P.U.P. government ever, a sentiment he believes is shared by the entire nation. Moses
U.D.P. Chairman and former Minister of National Security Mike Peyrefitte didn't hold back in his remarks on the state of public safety. He delivered strong blows to Commissioner of Police Chester Williams and Minister of Home Affairs Kareem Musa, once again demanding their resignation. Peyrefitte
On the education front, Nelma Mortis, the U.D.P. Standard Bearer for Port Loyola, highlighted the pressing issue of teachers' welfare. Mortis emphasized that the opposition stands firmly with the nation's teachers and is committed to improving their conditions once elected. Nelma Mortis, U.D.P. Candidate, Port Loyola
