We’ve been covering the Government of Belize’s plan to compulsorily acquire twenty-three and a half acres of land on Stake Bank Island. Well, that plan has hit an early roadblock. Michael Feinstein has filed a constitutional claim challenging the legality of the government’s move. Through
So, the Government of Belize will hold off on any further actions to compulsorily acquire Stake Bank until Michael Feinstein’s constitutional challenge is heard. While the Mediterranean Shipping Company, eager to buy the island from OPSA and develop a cruise port, might see this as
The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) wrote to Prime Minister John Briceño today, expressing disappointment with his response to their September 23rd letter. According to the NTUCB, the PM’s reply was essentially a non-response. In their latest letter, the NTUCB urged the Government
Feinstein is up against another legal battle, this time initiated by Atlantic Bank for alleged fraud earlier this year while Stake Bank Enterprises Limited was under receivership. Today, Smith emphasized that this is a separate case, set to be heard sometime in 2025. But what
Recently, Belize joined the global celebration of World Mental Health Day on October tenth. This annual event is a chance to raise awareness about the challenges people face in maintaining their mental health and to encourage everyone to help end the stigma surrounding it. This
On Wednesday, we showed you the brave individuals who risked their lives attempting to save six-year-old King Shakel Wade after he’d fallen into a canal in Belize City. Sadly, by the time they found him, it was too late. Tonight, we remember King for the
Elmer Nah was charged in September for the triple murder that took place on New Year’s Eve 2022 in Belmopan. Since his arrest nearly two years ago, Nah has maintained his innocence. A crucial piece of evidence is a video from the victims’ home surveillance
Nestled between Belize City and Dangriga, Gales Point Village is a unique gem with the sea on one side and a lagoon on the other. However, for villagers who need to travel and don’t own a car, getting around has become a real challenge. The
Minister of Transport Rodwell Ferguson recently returned from Quito, Ecuador, where he attended a regional conference on transitioning to electric buses. Organized by the Inter-American Development Bank, the meeting aimed to accelerate the shift from fuel-operated to electric buses across the region. The minister shared
Two weeks ago, Belize proudly sent one hundred and forty young athletes to compete in the Under-18 CODICADER Games in El Salvador. These talented students showcased their skills in athletics, basketball, football, and volleyball, representing high schools from across the country. Their performances were nothing
