Belizeans are buzzing over the new currency designs unveiled by the Central Bank of Belize yesterday. The new notes will feature national heroes George Cadle Price and Phillip Goldson and are set to be released in June or July. While the designs are updated, the
We start tonight's newscast with the latest on the two men charged with the murders of Adelita Gillett and Felix Martinez. The couple from Burrell Boom was tragically found shot dead inside an SUV parked along the Philip Goldson Highway on Monday evening. Today, the
Commissioner of Police Chester Williams detailed how the police swiftly apprehended Jovannie Jones and Jerwin Segura after the tragic Monday evening murders of Felix Martinez and his common-law wife, Adelita Gillett. Williams revealed that the motive behind the crime was a business deal gone sour,
Belizean man has gone missing after a trip to Chetumal. Thirty-four-year-old Vincent Young was last seen on the afternoon of Tuesday, November thirteenth, 2024. Records show that Vincent entered Quintana Roo, Mexico, but never returned, raising alarm among his family. Vincent is a dark-skinned Creole
The home of missing man Mason Patnett was reportedly broken into and burglarized. According to reports, Patnett’s house in Vista Del Mar, Ladyville, was targeted sometime between Monday evening and Tuesday afternoon. Police were alerted by one of his relatives, who has been anxiously awaiting
After months of tension and a possible demonstration, the Belize National Teachers' Union (BNTU) and the Ministry of Education (MoECST) have signed a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to improving Belize’s education system. Following a five-hour meeting, both parties agreed on key reforms to tackle longstanding
Belize has become a leader in the fight against money laundering, terrorism financing, and weapons proliferation, according to the latest report from the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF). Belize has not only surpassed expectations but has set a new standard for technical compliance, earning
Just before news time, the Central Bank of Belize unveiled the much-anticipated new currency note designs. The public has been eagerly waiting to catch a glimpse, and now the moment has finally arrived. Although the new notes won't be in circulation until mid-year, attendees at
The notes were designed by a British based company, De La Rue Internation Limited with the help of the Central Bank of Belize. The newly designed bills include a host of new security features to prevent counterfeiting. Furthermore, the designers placed key emphasis on images
In late 2024, word began to spread about a possible hike in hotel tax from nine to twelve percent, catching the attention of industry stakeholders. While the Ministry of Tourism hasn't made a final decision yet, reports suggest that if the increase goes through, it
