One of the most anticipated and celebrated days every year in Belizean culture is November 19th, with many counting the days to celebrate one of the richest cultures in Belize. This morning's episode of Open Your Eyes delved into the rich history of the Garifuna
Chief Executive Officer of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Petroleum, and Mining, Paul Thompson, knocked down and killed a man on Friday evening. The fatal traffic accident occurred on the George Price Highway in Cotton Tree Village at around 5:50 p.m. The victim has been identified
Sabela Brakeman was visibly shaken and afraid when she spoke to News 5 today. Brakeman, a resident of San Pedro Town, was brutally beaten and kidnapped, allegedly by her ex-partner, Kenny Brakeman, on Friday night. Sabela told News 5 that she and her roommate were asleep
On day eight of COP29 in Baku, key concerns over climate finance and the urgent need for more action on global warming have surfaced. As the conference progresses, participants have made initial progress on carbon market standards, but talks on climate finance remain slow. Simon Stiell,
As COP29 continues in Baku, Azerbaijan, the climate conference has seen growing tensions over protests, stalled gender talks, and the global push for climate finance. On Day 6, climate activists attempted to make their voices heard but were restricted by strict security rules. The protesters were
Tropical Storm Sara made landfall in Belize over the weekend, bringing heavy rainfall that has elevated flooding risks nationwide. Although the storm weakened shortly after coming ashore on Sunday morning, the primary concern now lies in the persistent downpours and rising river levels. "Right now, we're
Belize High School (BHS) announced its participation in the 10th consecutive Model Organization of American States (OAS) Debate Conference, set to take place at the OAS Headquarters in Washington, D.C., from November 20-22, 2024. The Model OAS General Assembly (MOAS) offers students from across the Americas
Today, the popular morning talk show Open Your Eyes is celebrating an incredible 16 years of bringing education, entertainment, and inspiration to viewers across Belize since its first debut in 2008. Channel 5 CEO Marleni Cuellar, who was the original host, recalled the vision behind the
As of 12:00 PM on Sunday, November 17, 2024, Tropical Storm Sara has weakened into a tropical depression. The storm, now located about 55 miles west of Belize City, is moving west-northwest at 8 mph with maximum sustained winds of 35 mph. The tropical storm
In a briefing this morning, Chief Hydrologist Tenielle Hendy confirmed that all three major dams in Belize—Chalillo, Mollejon, and Vaca—are spilling over due to heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm Sara. Residents in low-lying areas have been urged to evacuate as a precaution. Fortis Belize Limited (FBL)
