Scientists from Florida International University have identified a new species of hammerhead shark, Sphyrna alleni, named in honour of the late Paul G. Allen, an advocate for shark conservation. Previously unnoticed due to its similarity to the bonnethead shark, Sphyrna tiburo, the locally known shovellbill shark
Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred during the carnival celebration in Orange Walk District. According to the Assistant Commissioner of Police, Hilberto Romero, Francis Bustamante Sr., 48, and his son, Francis Bustamante Jr., 28, were working at a bar when a male approached
World leaders gathered at the 79th United Nations General Assembly for the Summit of the Future, adopting the Pact for the Future Resolution. This initiative includes the Global Digital Compact and the Declaration on Future Generations, aimed at bridging digital divides and ensuring a sustainable
The Department of the Environment (DOE) recently concluded a training session aimed at enhancing environmental compliance monitoring, a crucial step in safeguarding Belize’s natural resources. Over three days, from September 17-19, 2024, experts from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) provided guidance to representatives
Team Belize is primed to represent the nation at the First Global Challenge 2024 in Athens, Greece, to showcase its innovative robot, Wagüchi. While the name Wagüchi translates to "our father" in Garifuna, it also symbolises the team's strong connection to their ancestral roots, with an
During Saturday night's Carnival Road march in Orange Walk Town, a 23-year-old man from the St. Martins Area, Belize City, was fatally stabbed. According to reports, Alwin Arnold Vasquez was stabbed in the abdomen after reportedly being involved in an altercation with an unknown male. Vasquez was
Thousands of Belizeans filled the streets of cities, towns, and villages across the nation on Saturday as Belize celebrated 43 years of independence. In Belmopan, the Prime Minister, John Briceño, and other leaders delivered speeches during the annual ceremony at Independence Hill. In his Independence Day
As the nation celebrated Independence Day, a group of teachers from the Stann Creek District stood in silent demonstration at BTL Park in Dangriga Town. They demanded fair wages amid rising inflation. They were joined in support by second-year primary education students. Images of the demonstration show
Would you pay more for a property if such a request is made after you have already received the title? The Belmopan City Council is pleading with individuals who purchased a parcel of land in Innovabel Estate at a discounted price under former Mayor Sharon
As we mentioned, the Belmopan City Council terminated two of its employees who received titles to parcels of lands in Innovabel Estate under former Mayor Sharon Palacio. The city administrator wrote to all its employees that received a title at a discounted price. In this
