Belize stepped up its efforts to protect public health with a key new assessment that strengthens the country’s ability to respond to emergencies. By completing the 2024 e-SPAR under the International Health Regulations (IHR, 2005), Belize has taken a big leap forward in ensuring its
The National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) has officially declared an All Clear following the earthquake felt earlier this evening In NEMO's advisory number 2, it said, "No tsunami wave has been observed, and the threat of a tsunami has passed." While the immediate threat has subsided, NEMO
The National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) has issued an earthquake advisory following a seismic event on February 8, 2025. According to preliminary reports, the earthquake had a magnitude of 7.6 and occurred at 23:23 UTC north of Honduras, at coordinates 17.8°N and 82.5°W, with a
Update from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS): A magnitude 6.7 earthquake occurred 209 kilometers south-southwest of George Town, Cayman Islands, on February 8, 2025, at 23:23:14 UTC. The quake had a depth of 10.0 kilometers, with its epicenter located at 17.702°N latitude and 82.456°W longitude. Many
Seventeen years of service, and still no pension. That’s the reality dozens of Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital (KHMH) workers say have been owed to them. This morning, just before midday, dozens of workers staged a walk-out at the hospital. Many of these workers say they
In a heated exchange during the House of Representatives session on Friday, Corozal North Area Representative Hugo Patt criticised the government’s road construction efforts in northern Belize, particularly the deteriorating quality of the climate-resilient Remate Road. Patt questioned the effectiveness of current designs, arguing that
On Friday, Corozal Community College (CCC) issued a statement defending "its zero-tolerance policy regarding bullying." According to the school, "Where instances of bullying come to the attention of administrators, they are investigated, and interventions, as applicable, are implemented to assist the students involved, especially the
Workers from Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital (KHMH) in Belize City staged a walkout earlier today, demanding the government address pension issues that have affected long-serving staff. According to KHMH Authority Workers Union President Andrew Baird, many workers have gone without retirement benefits, relying only on
Before the House Meeting even started, thousands of teachers from the Belize National Teachers’ Union marched in Belmopan to express their frustration with the government. They’re upset because some haven’t received their due benefits. The teachers are demanding changes in how the school system is
Joining today’s protest were members of the Public Service Union, led by President Dean Flowers. Flowers told News Five that the P.S.U.'s participation had two purposes: to show solidarity and because public officers have children taught by these teachers, making their wellbeing crucial. [caption id="attachment_35369" align="alignright"
