A new initiative has been unveiled to enhance the digital ability of senior citizens in Belize. The Senior Citizen Digital Skills Training Program will bring together elders from all corners of the country, pairing them with tech-savvy students from the University of Belize. These students
[caption id="attachment_22861" align="alignright" width="300"] Jenica Jenkins[/caption] Scoliosis is a condition where a person’s spine develops an irregular curve that can worsen over time. One brave little girl, diagnosed with this condition in 2023, is in urgent need of surgery.
The Second International Conference of Traditional Healing commenced in the Cayo District on Thursday. This vibrant three-day forum unites traditional healers, complementary medicine practitioners, and medical doctors to showcase the richness of traditional practices. Participants will also engage in discussions on preserving ancestral knowledge for
Starting today, patients in Otoxha Village, Toledo District, will no longer face unsanitary conditions at their health post, thanks to a significant upgrade. The Ministry of Rural Transformation, in collaboration with the Republic of Korea and UNICEF through their Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene program, has
The Belize Police Department has responded to claims made by a Belize City man on News 5 earlier this week. As we reported, the Belize City man said he is fearful after allegedly being shot multiple times with rubber bullets during a police raid on
The survey was conducted by Vikings Strategies LLC. This analysis covers election data in Belize from 1998 through 2020, highlighting voting patterns and trends across constituencies. For each constituency, these were examined: Historical Voting Trends – A review of past election results. 2020 Election Results – Analysis of
The Social Security Board has issued a public notice of investment in the newspapers. The SSB is proposing to lend Caribbean Tires Wholesale Limited $7 million. It says the loan is intended for capital expenditure and cash flow replacement. It will have a term of
The Second International Conference on Traditional Healing kicked off in the Cayo District today. It brought together traditional healers, complementary medicine practitioners, and medical doctors for a three-day event. The forum serves as a platform to showcase the richness of ancestral healing practices while engaging
The Israeli military has announced that it conducted strikes against Hezbollah targets throughout southern and deep Lebanon, focusing on launchers and facilities used for storing weapons. These operations aim to "degrade and dismantle" Hezbollah's infrastructure and capabilities. On Friday, Israel specifically targeted the group's leader, Hassan
Bananas are crucial to the economies of many Caribbean countries, providing income for smallholder farmers and contributing significantly to export revenues. However, the threat posed by fusarium wilt, particularly the Tropical Race 4 (Foc TR4) strain, is a challenge that the countries need to confront
