Temu and Shein, two Chinese e-commerce giants, are facing steep tariffs after President Donald Trump closed a U.S. trade loophole. According to CNBC News, despite the disruption to their low-cost import model, experts say the companies remain well-positioned to compete in the American retail market. Shipments
A recent ruling by Justice Hondora has invalidated the October 20, 2024 meeting widely referred to as the “Unity Convention” under Tracy's Panton Alliance for Democracy. The justice declared it did not meet the constitutional requirements to be recognized as a legitimate National Convention. In a
Receiving money from abroad is now faster and more convenient for Digi Wallet users. A new feature launched this week allows users to access Western Union transfers directly through the app, removing the need to visit physical locations. The service is a partnership between Digi
Justice Hondora has ruled that the purported United Democratic Party (UDP) National Convention held on October 20, 2024, was invalid and its resolutions non-binding on the party’s membership. Delivering his judgment with emphasis on procedural integrity, Justice Hondora stated that any National Convention of the UDP
The Public Service Union (PSU) will be joining the Belize National Teachers’ Union (BNTU) for a joint demonstration on Friday in Belmopan against the Briceño Administration. The demonstration will coincide with the ceremonial opening of the National Assembly. PSU President Dean Flowers told News 5
President of the Belize National Teachers’ Union (BNTU), Nadia Caliz, has responded to the directive from the Ministry of Education (MOE) that all schools are to remain open on Friday, 9 May, despite the union’s planned national demonstration in Belmopan. In a live statement, Caliz acknowledged
High school biology teacher Shartel "Shantel" Casimiro has been named Teacher of the Year and is now a finalist for the Gainesville Independent School District (GISD) Teacher of the Year Award in Texas. Casimiro, originally from Orange Walk Town, is in her second year at GISD
The makers of Belikin Beer have announced a temporary disruption in the supply of their bottled products due to unexpected power outages that have impacted production facilities. Bowen and Bowen said in a statement that the recent power disruptions caused significant strain on the company's power
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has issued a directive for all schools to remain open on Friday, 9 May, despite a planned national demonstration by the Belize National Teachers’ Union (BNTU) in Belmopan. In an official memorandum circulated Tuesday, the Ministry stated it “maintains the position
The Roman Catholic Church has entered a pivotal moment as 133 cardinals from around the world have begun the secretive process of electing a new pope. The conclave, held inside the iconic Sistine Chapel, was officially sealed today following the death of Pope Francis last
