For the last 15 years, the Bowen and Bowen Group has embraced the spirit of the season through its annual Jingle Box program, bringing joy and support to families in need. With many households struggling to meet daily needs, this tradition provides a meaningful gesture
A Belizean delegation, led by Minister of State for Foreign Trade Osmond Martinez, participated in the 59th Regular Meeting of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) in Georgetown, Guyana. The team engaged in important discussions about regional trade. Among the key topics were efforts
In a shocking late-night television address on Tuesday, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law as he accused the opposition Democratic Party of engaging in anti-state activities and harbouring pro-North Korea sympathies. This dramatic move has plunged the nation into political turmoil. The
On Monday, Governor General, Dame Froyla Tzalam welcomed two newly appointed ambassadors to Belize at the Belize House in Belmopan. Erja Askola, Ambassador of the European Union, and David Castro De Leon, Ambassador of Panama, officially presented their letters of credence. The Government of Belize said
Belize is strengthening its disaster resilience efforts at the 13th Caribbean Conference on Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM 13), taking place this week in St. Kitts and Nevis. With the theme "Road to Resilience - Checkpoint 2024: Levelling Up for a Dynamic Future," the event brings
The Department of Youth Services (DYS) hosted the National Youth Awards Ceremony on Friday in Punta Gorda. The event marked the conclusion of National Youth Week 2024. It celebrated the creativity, resilience, and contributions of young Belizeans across various fields. Special guests Sheldon Ramirez and Jahrine
One person died and several were injured following two road traffic accidents last night on the George Price Highway. The incidents happened near Mile 25. According to police, the first incident occurred around 8:45 p.m. when a grey Kia Soul SUV, driven by 49-year-old Kelvin
The Caye Caulker Ocean Academy High School is reeling from a tragic accident involving its boys' basketball team. On Friday, the team was on their way to Orange Walk for a regional tournament when their vehicle overturned due to a blowout. There were twelve passengers
Today, Commissioner of Police Chester Williams shared some encouraging news with reporters: the number of murders in 2024 is trending down. Although the year started with a significant spike compared to the end of 2023 and was generally higher than the entire year 2023, the
Commissioner Williams highlighted that domestic-related murders are particularly challenging for the police to prevent. He explained that the warning signs leading to these tragedies are often hard to spot in advance. However, he believes that the activities during the sixteen days of activism will encourage
