On Monday, Stuart Young was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago during an official ceremony at the President’s House in St Ann’s. Young. Young, who previously served as the Minister of Energy and Energy Industries, succeeds Dr Keith Rowley, who
The Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) Toledo Chapter has announced the cancellation of the 2025 Chocolate Festival of Belize. The cited interference by local authorities. It said that "this event was established to promote Toledo’s small businesses, hoteliers, restaurants, chocolatiers, and the broader chocolate sector while
The Government of Belize has joined Honduras in mourning the tragic passing of Aurelio Martínez Sauzo, one of six victims who perished in a plane crash near Roatán, Honduras. In a statement on X, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep sorrow over the loss of
A tragic plane crash near the Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport in Roatán has claimed the lives of six people, including renowned Honduran singer-songwriter Aurelio Martínez. Authorities have confirmed that Martínez was among the passengers aboard the Lanhsa aircraft that plunged into the sea on its
Over the weekend, Prime Minister John Briceño unveiled his Cabinet appointments for the new term. While most positions remain unchanged, there are a few noteworthy updates. For instance, three ministers of state now report directly to the prime minister, including two senior ministers. The portfolio
Prime Minister Briceño acknowledged that P.U.P. voters in Orange Walk North are feeling disappointed because Ramon “Monchi” Cervantes didn't land a substantive ministerial role. Instead, he was appointed as the Minister of State in the Ministry of Education. Here's how P.M. Briceño addressed the concerns
As mentioned earlier, Prime Minister John Briceño now has three ministers of state under his wing, including senior ministers Dolores Balderamos-Garcia and Rodwell Ferguson. How does Ferguson feel about his new role? Unfortunately, he declined our request for an interview today. However, Prime Minister Briceño
The latest Cabinet appointments have everyone buzzing, especially the appointment of newcomer Thea Garcia-Ramirez. In her first term, she's been handed the reins at the Ministry of Human Development, Family Support, and Gender Affairs. Some are questioning if favoritism played a role in this decision.
We also had the chance to chat with Ramirez, who expressed her deep honor at being chosen by the prime minister for this role. When asked about the rumors of favoritism, she confidently responded that the prime minister recognizes her as a hardworking individual who
Dolores Balderamos-Garcia, who is the aunt of Thea Garcia-Ramirez, has confirmed that this will be her final term in office. She mentioned that she’s ready to support her niece, the newly appointed Minister of Human Development, whenever needed. When asked if she would have preferred
