Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Iguana Street, Belize City, this afternoon. Initial reports indicate that three people were injured, including a woman and child. Reports are that two gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire on the victims before fleeing the scene. The injured
Pope Francis, 88, made his first public appearance since being discharged from the hospital. The Vatican reported that the pope delivered a message about illness as a "holy place." He urged the faithful to see the sickbed as an opportunity for spiritual growth. The Pope highlighted
Commissioner of Police Chester Williams confirmed that three children have been removed from a house following allegations of abuse. According to Williams, the children have been interviewed and are "in the process of taking them into protective care." The children will also undergo medical examinations
The Belize Defence Force (BDF) has officially opened its newly constructed Main Kitchen and Dining Facilities, a major development aimed at improving the welfare of its personnel. "This state-of-the-art facility is designed to significantly enhance the quality of life for our soldiers, offering them nutritious meals
Authorities are investigating a fire incident that occurred early this morning in Belize City. Reports are that the blaze started around 2:30 in the morning at an abandoned two-storey building on Hunters Lane. The fire eventually spread onto a nearby home, causing significant damage. Firefighter officials
The Ministry of Health & Wellness (MOHW) announced on Friday the groundbreaking of the new paediatric ward at Northern Regional Hospital in the Orange Walk District. The project is a collaboration between the Rotary Club of Orange Walk-District 4250 and LEAP Global Mission. MOHW said
Thousands of protesters flooded streets today across the United States and around the world in response to President Donald Trump’s controversial tariffs and his "America First" economic policies. Dubbed “Liberation Day” by Trump, Trump’s recent trade moves have drawn widespread criticism for their potential to
CARICOM Chair Mia Mottley has proposed a series of actions to improve economic self-sufficiency, strengthen regional cooperation, and address the Caribbean’s vulnerability in global trade. Mottley called for immediate actions, including reengaging with the United States at the highest level, acknowledging the mutual benefits of cooperation,
Mia Mottley, Chair of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), delivered a stark warning about the economic repercussions of the reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States under President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" initiative. In her address, Mottley stated that these tariffs, aimed primarily at Chinese imports,
Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred earlier today in the Cohune Walk area of Belmopan City. The shooting incident happened in front of a Chinese supermarket located by the area's junction. Authorities are on the scene, with police and scenes of crime officials processing
