Belize’s National Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Conference is back for its second year of activities. The annual conference aims to engage stakeholders from the public and private sectors in conversation with compliance officers and regulatory authorities to educate them on the
A week has passed since the Belize Police Department launched its investigation into an incident that occurred inside the San Ignacio Community Hospital involving so-called gang members. As we reported, alleged gang leader David Galindo was rushed to the hospital with gunshot injuries. It is
Police continue their search for Mynor Galindo, the brother of now deceased alleged gang leader David Galindo. But according to the Minister of Home Affairs, video footage from the San Ignacio Community Hospital has so far revealed that he was not at the hospital. This
The Corozal Bay Constituency has yet to decide on a standard bearer, as the People’s United Party readies itself for the approaching general elections. Elvia Vega-Samos’ post is being contested now that Thea Garcia-Ramirez, daughter of the Prime Minister’s C.E.O., has announced her candidacy. Today,
Over the weekend, The Belize Athletics Association held a first-of-its-kind workshop led by athletic coaches from Jamaica. That Caribbean nation is known for producing world-class athletes in various disciplines. They were here to impart some of their knowledge and experience to those in Belize who
It’s been almost seven years since the National Fire Service welcomed new members to its team of firefighters across the country. However, today twenty-seven recruits joined the force. After weeks of intensive training, the graduating class received their certificates and were officially sworn in. News
Earlier today, the National Emergency Management Organization issued a hurricane watch alert, notifying the public of a potential storm. This sparked alarm, considering that Belize is only just beginning to recover from the fires that devastated thousands of acres of land across the country. However,
The Department of the Environment is opening an office in San Pedro this Friday. The office opens avenues for development and change on Ambergris Caye, as the D.O.E. is responsible for managing natural resources, preserving and protecting the environment and controlling pollution. We asked the
Goodnight and welcome to another edition of Sports Monday, I am Paul Lopez. We begin tonight’s coverage with a look at some highlights from this weekend’s Anthony Mahler Under-Thirteen Mundialito matchups. First up is the match between Samspon/Brown and Belize United. Belize United are playing
The Office of the Governor-General has announced that six Belizeans will be honoured in this year's King's Birthday Honours list. This prestigious list recognises the achievements and service of individuals from various sectors across Belize. The honorees are: Order of the British Empire (O.B.E.) Mrs. Felicita Cantun:
