Twenty-four-year-old Emil Rivas was shot by police on Friday in Independence Village. Rivas was arrested for an alleged aggravated assault with a knife. His family says that Rivas, who is on medication due to a mental health condition, was brutalised by police before being shot
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) is mourning the loss of Sir Roy Augier, a distinguished Caribbean historian and former Chairman of CXC®, who passed away recently. Sir Roy, a Professor Emeritus of The University of the West Indies (UWI), played a pivotal role in shaping the
A fire early this morning destroyed a building on the Ontario Christian School’s compound in the Cayo District, which resulted in the cancellation of school for the day. The fire reportedly began around 4 a.m. and consumed the former Mulhollen Children’s Home. This structure had
This week, Belizeans are celebrating the men and women of the customs department that ensure proper tax collection and smooth package clearances at every point of entry in Belize. Observed every January 26, International Customs Day observes global efforts of customs agencies in enhancing supply chains,
Mario Lubetkin, Assistant Director-General and FAO Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean The Regional Overview of Food and Nutrition Security report 2024 underscores an undeniable reality: Latin America and the Caribbean is at a critical juncture in its fight against hunger and malnutrition. While
A rare human case of bird flu (H5N1) has been detected in the West Midlands region, England, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The individual contracted the virus through close and prolonged contact with infected birds on a farm. The infected person, currently in
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed that the Tren Maya project will extend its route beyond Mexico, crossing through Belize on its way to Guatemala. This major development follows her discussions with Prime Minister John Briceño and Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo. The extension is part of
During his appearance on Open Your Eyes this morning, Police Commissioner Chester Williams said that, "We will be installing, I think, about 1000 surveillance cameras across the country." This is one of the Department's strategic measures to be more proactive in addressing crime. Equipped with advanced
A Canadian man was arrested by municipal police in Chetumal, Mexico, on Sunday after a dramatic water chase through Chetumal Bay. The man is accused of stealing a local fisherman’s boat from a pier within the bay, reportedly with the intention of crossing into Belize. Authorities
The President of the North America, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation (NORCECA), Cristobal Hoffiz, visited Belize this weekend to chair the Association of Central American Volleyball Federations (AFECAVOL) general assembly. One key issue that emerged from discussions was the deteriorating condition of the Mexico Sports
