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)
The Belize Free Zone in Corozal is closed today due to bad weather. The official announcement on their Facebook page said, "Important Notice: Due to the current weather situation, the Belize Free Zone will be closed today. Thank you for your attention." This closure is due
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology has announced the suspension of all classes across the country on Monday, November 18, 2024, due to the impact of Tropical Storm Sara. The suspension is in place to ensure the safety of students and staff. With a
Tropical Storm Sara continues moving closer to Belize, with the latest update at 3:00 PM showing the storm just 110 miles southeast of Belize City. NEMO reinforces its tropical storm warning for the entire Belize coastline, including the cayes. Businesses in the Stann Creek District
