Belize made a spectacular showing at the inaugural World Sustainable Travel and Hospitality Awards, held on a beautiful Friday night in Spanish Lookout. The picturesque venue was graced by guests from around the globe, all gathered to celebrate excellence in sustainable travel. Out of the
Seventy-four years ago, the first political party in British Honduras emerged, challenging colonial leaders on pressing issues of the time. That pioneering organization, the People’s United Party (P.U.P.), celebrated its seventy-fourth anniversary on Saturday in Belize City, under the leadership of Prime Minister John Briceño.
Former Belmopan Mayor Sharon Palacio has been identified as a beneficiary of lands in the Innovabel Estate, acquired at significantly reduced prices. During the final days of Palacio’s tenure, numerous parcels within the estate were sold at a staggering ninety-percent discount. In some instances, the
Goodnight and welcome to another edition of Sports Monday, I am Paul Lopez. Belize continues to shine regionally in volleyball. The country’s Under-Seventeen National Women’s Volleyball Team put on a medal winning display in the Inaugural Under-Seventeen Women’s Central American Volleyball Championship. Paul Lopez, Reporting The tournament
A five-page letter addressed to Prime Minister John Briceño shares concerns about the government's plans for Stake Bank Enterprises. The letter was sent by the National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) and says that the acquisition is 'in no way for public purpose.' The
Foreign Affairs Minister Francis Fonseca addressed the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York City on Saturday. Minister Fonseca touched on several global issues, including the Israel-Hamas war. "In our region. Mr. President Belize rejects the continued denial of self-determination of the Palestinian
The United Democratic Party (UDP) commemorated its 51st anniversary with a celebration, marking over five decades of resilience, service, and growth. The event brought together party supporters to reflect on the UDP's legacy and its contributions to Belize’s development. The party's leader, Moses Barrow, said, "The
The Office of the Prime Minister announces that Prime Minister John Briceño has departed for Mexico City to attend the historic presidential inauguration of President-Elect Dra. Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, Mexico’s first female elected president. In a statement, Prime Minister Briceño said, "It's a history making presidential
On Saturday, September 28, officers responded to a robbery report at Berry Street, Belize City. Rene Myvette and his assistant were approached by two armed men on bicycles. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Hilberto Romero stated that the assailants stole an cash and cell phones.
A police officer accused of assaulting Shaun Gill appeared in court this morning. According to police reports, Gill was driving with officer Tyra Smith when the accused, Luis Pascasio, reportedly Smith’s ex-boyfriend, attempted to intercept them in a black Dodge Charger. Upon reaching Orange Street, the
