After the Farmers of the Year were announced, the social media platform Hot off the Press questioned the award given to Noemi Requena as Woman Farmer of the Year. The post suggested that Requena didn't own a farm and was awarded simply because she is
In today's rapidly evolving job market, one tool is revolutionizing how businesses operate, and it's more than just a trend—it's a transformation. This game-changer is called Artificial Intelligence. From boosting productivity to efficiently handling emails and WhatsApp messages, AI is becoming the go-to solution for
Grief is often seen as something that begins after a loss, but for many, it starts much earlier. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a role, a routine, or even a sense of identity, grief can take many forms and often arrives long before
Sixteen participants from across Belize took part in a two-day workshop designed to strengthen responsible suicide reporting — a key step in tackling stigma and enhancing mental health awareness nationwide. The training, hosted by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), in partnership with the Ministry of
KAXXFEM Group Ltd, which operated the cinema at Princess Ramada in Belize City, has issued an apology following a 'technical issue' that disrupted the screening of the film Sinners recently. The company said that an "incorrect file" was shown during a last-minute addition of the
At the opening of the 2025 symposium hosted by the Leadership Intervention Unit (LIU) and the University of Belize, LIU Chair Dominique Noralez delivered a powerful message on the connection between policy, power, and community-based crime intervention. The symposium, themed “Youth in Peacebuilding: Empowering Change
Corozal Methodist School is facing a sickout as two teachers have been placed on administrative leave and eight others have called in sick. This morning, a group of parents gathered in front of the school to demonstrate their support for the teachers on leave and to
Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 61-year-old mechanic who was gunned down on Thursday night in Belize City. Police report that the victim, Carlos Alvelar, was attacked shortly after 8 p.m. on Coney Drive by two men riding a motorcycle. Reports are that
Police are investigating an attempted robbery in Lord’s Bank Village that left a 49-year-old shop owner, Glenford Williams, hospitalised with a gunshot wound. The incident occurred on Tuesday night as the victim was closing a local small shop. Williams reported that he was ambushed by two
Labour Day, celebrated on different dates around the world but with the same purpose, is observed in Belize on May 1st to honour the men and women whose daily efforts fuel the nation's economy and development. “Today, we recognize and express gratitude for the contributions of
