Get ready for another tax-free shopping spree this weekend, just in time for the Christmas holidays! The first GST-free weekend, held a few days ago, provided some valuable lessons for Belize Tax Services. Shoppers raised concerns about noncompliance, such as store owners backdating receipts or
A Brazilian traveler who arrived in Belize with just sixteen dollars in cash was sent back home, even though they had proof of accommodations. This situation raises the question: was the visitor being profiled by immigration officers upon arrival? Prime Minister Briceño addressed this issue
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is finally speaking out about News Five’s investigation into the operations at Caribi Bleu Casino. This investigation has already prompted responses from the Gaming Control Board, the Central Bank of Belize, the Prime Minister, and a representative of the casino.
As of the end of EpiWeek 50 last week, we've seen a total of one thousand, one hundred and sixty-six cases of dengue up to Saturday. Remarkably, there have been no deaths this year, which is a complete turnaround from the high dengue incidences we
On Tuesday, two Caye Caulker residents wrote to the police to voice their objections to a proposed fuel depot in their area. However, today, a group of tour operators on the island took the opposite stance. The Caye Caulker Tour Operators Association publicly supported the
When Julio Paiz Junior was eighteen, he shot and killed his friend and former co-worker in a shocking act of revenge. After bullying his co-worker's wife and getting reported, Paiz Junior came back to settle the score, executing his friend in public, right in front
On Tuesday, a tragic road accident in Stann Creek District claimed the lives of a man and his dog. The incident occurred in the morning along the Stann Creek Valley Road in Hope Creek Village, near the entrance to Dangriga. A white truck struck the
The countdown to Christmas is almost over! With just one week left until the joyous day, families all over Belize have decorated their trees, wrapped presents, and bought the Christmas ham. However, not everyone gets to enjoy this blissful holiday experience. Many families are struggling
The Belize Defense Force celebrated its annual Christmas luncheon today at Price Barracks in Ladyville. Prime Minister John Briceño and Minister of National Defence Florencio Marin Junior were there to serve the dedicated men and women of the B.D.F. Earlier, we caught up with B.D.F.
Earlier today, the Belize Defense Force celebrated the opening of a brand-new kitchen at Price Barracks. The previous facility faced closure threats from the Ministry of Health and Wellness due to hygiene issues. Commander Loria shares more about this important upgrade. [caption id="attachment_30808" align="alignright" width="300"]
