On Monday, the K.H.M.H. Workers Union leaders met with government representatives in Belmopan to discuss gratuity and pensions for about three employees. These workers have been at the hospital since as far back as 2000 but still lack these benefits. A pension scheme was introduced
The Government of Belize has signed a funding agreement with the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) to conduct feasibility studies at the Northern Regional Hospital and the Punta Gorda Community Hospital. On Monday, Prime Minister John Briceño, Health and Wellness Minister Kevin Bernard,
Minister of State Doctor Osmond Martinez, the Area Representative for Toledo East, highlighted the significance of the Punta Gorda Community Hospital, which is in his constituency. He briefly discussed the rollout of National Health Insurance in the district and emphasized the importance of the feasibility
On Monday, Prime Minister John Briceño handed out robotic kits to several high schools during a ceremony in the Orange Walk District. These kits are meant to help students tackle problems they encounter both in school and beyond. Godfrey Sosa, the Information Technology Director at
Police are investigating a case of rape reported by a 24-year-old woman in the Cayo District. The victim reported to the police that the incident happened on Sunday, February 16, around midnight. Police say that the woman reported socialising, during which her cousin offered her a
Police are investigating the death of 40-year-old Carlos Casanova, who had been missing since Saturday, January 8. Casanova, a resident of San Pedro Town, was found on Monday off the Yo Creek Road in the Orange Walk District. According to police reports, Casanova's body was discovered
Belize Bank has issued a public alert warning customers about fraudulent social media profiles attempting to scam individuals by promising fake prizes. According to the bank, scammers have been impersonating its official accounts, encouraging users to click on malicious links to claim rewards. Belize Bank has
Paquita la del Barrio, the celebrated Mexican singer known for her unapologetic ballads that called out male infidelity and machismo, passed away on Monday at her home in Veracruz. She was 77. The news was confirmed through her official social media accounts, though no cause of
The High Court has dismissed an application for interim relief filed by Jeremy Enriquez, ruling that he failed to present sufficient legal grounds for his claim. In addition, the court has ordered all parties to submit further arguments regarding legal costs by Monday. Justice Hondora noted
The Elections and Boundaries Commission has decided that "traditional UDP Red with different symbols" will be assigned to Moses "Shyne" Barrow and Tracy Panton for the ballot. The commission convened on Tuesday to vote on the allocation of colours and symbols for the upcoming general elections.
