According to local crime statistics, ninety-nine percent of the sexual assault victims in 2023 were women. Eamon Courtenay, the Lead Senator for Government Business further noted that women are far more likely to experience sexual harassment in the workplace than men. To combat the scourge
Senator for the Unions, Glenfield Denison, acknowledged that while women are among the most vulnerable, as it pertains to sexual harassment, men are also subjected to unwanted sexual advancements. N.G.O. Senator, Doctor Elma Kay, noted in her contributions that the N.G.O.s she represents are elated
The National Security Council Bill was brought from the House of Representatives to the Senate for debate on Tuesday. The bill seeks to formalise the council that has been in operation since the early nineties. Eamon Courtenay, the Lead Senator for Government Business, explained that
Caye Caulker now has a Digital Connect Center. This facility offers residents free Wi-Fi access, laptops, and computers, marking a significant step forward in digital inclusion. The center is a result of the ongoing partnership between Belize and the Government of the Republic of China
Today a Belizean medical student who lives in the U.S. introduced one of several books that she has authored. Madeline Dyer told News Five at the Angelus Press that the book, “My Mom, the Cook” was inspired by her daughter, who is autistic. She says
An explosion and subsequent fire at a Jose Cuervo tequila factory in Tequila, Jalisco State, claimed the lives of at least 5 workers and left two injured, local officials confirmed. The disaster occurred at Casa Cuervo's Rojeña distillery. According to local officials, the explosion initially involved
In a 52-minute address to the US Congress, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasised the importance of US-Israel solidarity amidst the escalating war in Gaza while issuing a warning against rising antisemitism. Netanyahu’s speech was largely what experts and U.S. officials expected: an effort to deflect
An unofficial biography about the life of Belize's former Prime Minister, Dean Barrow, was launched today in Belize City. The biography was written by author, editor, researcher, and librarian Lawrence Vernon. This is his twelfth publication and fifth biography. This is the fourth biography written of
Representatives from the National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) and the Belize Defence Force participated at the Agile Bear 2.0 briefing, a critical training session aimed at refining disaster response strategies and capabilities. Agile Bear 2.0, formerly known as "Keel Billed Toucan," is a flagship multinational
The Firearms Control and Ammunition Board (FCAB) convened a crucial meeting at the Police Training Academy in Belmopan on Tuesday. A press release issued today said that the meeting addressed internal stakeholders and focused on enhancing the management of firearms and ammunition in Belize. An in-depth
