Back in September, Inspector of Police Christopher Martinez was handed a five-month prison sentence after admitting to wounding detainee Aaron Flowers. Fast forward to now, he’s already served one month, three weeks, and three days. Tonight, his bid to pause his sentence was shot down
The High Court has called for a detailed psychiatric evaluation of Elvira Mulholland, the woman who shot her husband on the Coastal Plain Highway. On Saturday, October twenty-sixth, Elvira and her husband, Jeffrey Mulholland, got into a heated argument. Jefrey left the house in his
Today, the People’s Constitution Commission (P.C.C.) gathered for the second day of their plenary session to dive into the first draft of their recommendations. They’re going through the draft line by line, making sure every recommendation is thoroughly reviewed by the commission. To put this
The deadline for the People’s Constitution Commission (P.C.C.) to submit their final draft of recommendations is looming. However, Anthony Chanona, the Chair of the P.C.C., says they need more time to wrap up all the necessary work and are seeking an extension. Earlier today, a
The Belize Government Lotteries is marking its one-year anniversary with a bang by raffling off a million dollars! This special event, fittingly named the “One & A Million Anniversary Jackpot,” is a one-time celebration. According to a release from the Belize Government Lotteries on Monday,
Japan’s rich cultural tapestry, woven from its historical roots and modern innovations, makes it a captivating destination for any traveler seeking an immersive and enriching experience. News Five’s Isani Cayetano joined a delegation of reporters, university lecturers and government officials on a trip to Japan,
The Belize City Council’s Street Damage Assessment Report, released late Monday, reveals that the Collet constituency tops the list for the most expensive repairs needed. Mesopotamia comes in second, while Fort George and Pickstock are the least costly. The total bill for fixing streets damaged
On Monday, the Government of Belize kicked off the Fourth High Level Advocacy Forum on Statistics with an opening ceremony. The event brought together representatives from across the region in Placencia to celebrate the impressive milestones achieved by the Standing Committee of Caribbean Statisticians. It
In a pre-recorded message, Prime Minister John Briceño spoke to the gathering, emphasizing just how crucial the work of statisticians is across the region. He highlighted their efforts and the significant impact their data-driven insights have on shaping policies and driving progress. Prime Minister John Briceño “Our
Today, San Narciso Village in the Corozal District received materials for a brand-new water system. This event is part of an ongoing partnership between the Ministry of Rural Transformation and UNICEF Belize. Minister of State Ramiro Ramirez and UNICEF Country Representative Alison Parker were on
