Residents in the Freedom Street area of Belize City are speaking out about the mounting garbage crisis as uncollected trash continues to overflow in their neighborhood. Two residents shared their experiences with News 5 and highlighted how the lack of timely garbage collection has disrupted
The Belize Volleyball Association (BVA) held a full-day meeting on Saturday in Belize City with volleyball associations, clubs, teams, and officials. The meeting covered plans for the upcoming year, including national championships, talent development, training seminars, and international tournaments. The BVA said that the key stakeholders
President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100% tariffs on BRICS countries if they create a new currency to compete with the US dollar. In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned that these countries must commit to not creating a new currency or backing
President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, who was facing sentencing this month for federal tax and gun convictions. The pardon, which is "full and unconditional," means Hunter will not face prison time. It covers his tax and
The United Democratic Party (UDP) is supporting the Belize National Teachers’’ Union (BNTU) against the Government of Belize. On Thursday, the BNTU blasted the Ministry of Education and other authorities over three months of unpaid increments and allowances. In its statement, the BNTU said teachers
The world can end AIDS—but only if we protect everyone’s rights, says the World Health Organisation (WHO). This World AIDS Day (December 1st) is focused on the theme, “Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right!" WHO calls for global leaders and citizens to tackle
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is not a future problem—it’s happening right now. At the Fourth Global High-Level Ministerial Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Director-General of the UN World Health Organisation Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus gave a serious warning. He said, “AMR doesn't just threaten
Today, the Earl Haylock Bridge (Board Bridge) is open to ONE-WAY traffic. Also, three bridges in the Cayo District are now fully operational. The town council is urging drivers to be cautious and follow traffic signs as they continue working to improve the transportation network. Although the
Starting today, travellers to Belize will experience a faster, paperless journey through the country’s borders with the launch of a new online immigration and customs declaration system. This digital upgrade aims to streamline the travel process, cutting down on wait times and eliminating the need
In celebration of International Jaguar Day, the Forest Department, in partnership with several organisations, has launched a new Wildlife Database Platform and signed important data-sharing agreements aimed at enhancing wildlife conservation. These efforts focus on protecting jaguars and their habitats, as well as supporting broader
