This morning, Chief Magistrate Jayani Wegodapola handed down sentences for three convicted bank robbers after considering their mitigation pleas overnight. Out of the five men accused, four were tried and convicted, but only three received their sentences today. Sentencing for George Meighan was postponed to
On Tuesday, the Elections and Boundaries Commission made its final decision on the colors for the two U.D.P. factions. Both factions will use red, without any symbols or signs to tell them apart. This decision isn't sitting well with U.D.P. Leader Moses 'Shyne' Barrow, who
Chairman Puga was asked why the Elections and Boundaries Commission didn't use its power to assign different colors to the two factions. Puga explained that the commission tried to get the factions to agree on their own. When they couldn't find common ground, the commission
Should prisoners on remand at the Belize Central Prison be allowed to vote? Attorney Michelle Trapp Zuniga from the Justice for Humans Project thinks so. She has written to the Chairman of the Election and Boundaries Department, asking that prisoners on remand be allowed to
Attorney General Anthony Sylvestre used to be a politician before becoming the chief attorney for the Government of Belize. Today, we asked him about the automatic wins given to Anthony Mahler and Henry Charles Usher after their opponents didn't show up on Nomination Day. Sylvestre
Jeremy Enriquez and his attorney, Senior Counsel Anand Ramlogan, are appealing the High Court's decision to dismiss their election injunction application. The case management for this appeal is scheduled for Monday. But will one week be enough for the Court of Appeal to hear and
Keeping our community safe and clean is a team effort, but it wouldn't be possible without our dedicated garbage collectors. Every week, these hardworking individuals visit homes and businesses to collect and dispose of accumulated trash. But have you ever wondered what happens to all
The Albert constituency is one of the oldest areas in Belize City, with roots stretching back to colonial times. Before Mark Espat claimed victory for the PUP in 1993, this area was a stronghold for the UDP, with Philip Goldson consistently winning the seat. After
Four distinguished attorneys have been elevated to Senior Counsel, a recognition that many say was long overdue. These legal professionals have dedicated over two decades to the field, and with this new title comes a greater responsibility to uphold integrity, professionalism, and ethical leadership. The
The Elections and Boundaries Commission ruled that all 41 United Democratic Party candidates—aligned with either Moses Shyne Barrow or Tracy Panton—will be assigned the colour red. The decision comes as the High Court is not expected to rule on the UDP leadership dispute until after
