Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred over the weekend on Berry Street. According to reports, deliveryman Henry Myvette, was making his rounds on Berry Street when two armed men on bicycles held him up, making off with the cash he had on him.
A burglary occurred last Tuesday on the remote Chiquibul Road. A group of men reportedly stormed into a couple’s home and proceeded to relieve him and his wife of household appliances, money and two vehicles. Today, ACP Hilberto Romero told reporters that investigators have had
Earlier this month, a man who allegedly pulled an assault rifle on a road works crew on the Coastal Plains Highway and then saw the charges withdrawn in court, may lose his licensed weapons. Today the Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams told reporters that he
The Belize Police Department is working towards acquiring facial recognition software to increase public safety. However, the agreement initially signed to bring the technology into the country is currently on hold. According to Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams, there are concerns over the security of
Belize made a spectacular showing at the inaugural World Sustainable Travel and Hospitality Awards, held on a beautiful Friday night in Spanish Lookout. The picturesque venue was graced by guests from around the globe, all gathered to celebrate excellence in sustainable travel. Out of the
Seventy-four years ago, the first political party in British Honduras emerged, challenging colonial leaders on pressing issues of the time. That pioneering organization, the People’s United Party (P.U.P.), celebrated its seventy-fourth anniversary on Saturday in Belize City, under the leadership of Prime Minister John Briceño.
Former Belmopan Mayor Sharon Palacio has been identified as a beneficiary of lands in the Innovabel Estate, acquired at significantly reduced prices. During the final days of Palacio’s tenure, numerous parcels within the estate were sold at a staggering ninety-percent discount. In some instances, the
Goodnight and welcome to another edition of Sports Monday, I am Paul Lopez. Belize continues to shine regionally in volleyball. The country’s Under-Seventeen National Women’s Volleyball Team put on a medal winning display in the Inaugural Under-Seventeen Women’s Central American Volleyball Championship. Paul Lopez, Reporting The tournament
A five-page letter addressed to Prime Minister John Briceño shares concerns about the government's plans for Stake Bank Enterprises. The letter was sent by the National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) and says that the acquisition is 'in no way for public purpose.' The
Foreign Affairs Minister Francis Fonseca addressed the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York City on Saturday. Minister Fonseca touched on several global issues, including the Israel-Hamas war. "In our region. Mr. President Belize rejects the continued denial of self-determination of the Palestinian
