In August, the Ministry of Sustainable Management revealed that an investigation was in progress regarding the disappearance of funds at the Belize Solid Waste Management Authority. The ministry’s press release indicated that the Belize Police Department would eventually be involved in the probe. Initially, the
The Ministry of Education has responded to BNTU's growing concerns over delayed teacher salaries. According to the BNTU, over 130 teachers in Belize reported that they have been working without pay. The Ministry says that it submitted the names of 122 teachers for an off-cycle payment to
President Joe Biden has confirmed that the United States is engaged in discussions concerning possible Israeli military actions targeting Iran’s oil facilities. When pressed about whether he would support such strikes, Biden responded, "We're discussing that,” the BBC reported. The situation intensified after Iran launched a
On Wednesday night, over 130 teachers in Belize reported that they have been working without pay, with some waiting for their salaries for over six months. At a press conference held at the Belize National Teachers Union (BNTU) headquarters, National President Nadia Caliz accused the
Belize Sugar Industries (BSI) is addressing rising consumer concerns about limited sugar availability in supermarkets. For weeks, shoppers have faced restrictions of one or two pounds per purchase. This occurs despite BSI's previous assurances of 'no actual sugar shortage.' Shawn Chavarria, Financial Manager at ASR/BSI, confirmed
An elderly couple were tragically found embracing in their bedroom after a tree fell on their ceiling during Hurricane Helene in Beech Island, South Carolina. The storm claimed the lives of Marcia Savage, 74, and Jerry Savage, 78, and at least 200 other lives. The elderly
The Belize City Council officially introduced the 2024-2025 Youth Shadow Council. The Council's fourth comprises 12 young leaders. The council members will work closely with the mayor and respective councillors. In the announcement, the council stated, "Their mission is to contribute to project development and gain a deeper
The Ministry of Transport is reminding the public that transporting houses on public highways requires prior approval. The ministry says that it has noted an increase in unauthorised transport of houses on highways. "In accordance with traffic regulations, all houses being transported must be accompanied by
Police are looking for four women linked to a reported assault and robbery at a Belize City apartment. Damaris Camara, 23, Shelby Medina, 18, Mariela Mejia, 29, and Kathia Sandoval, all from Orange Walk Town, are wanted for allegedly stealing over $8,000 worth of luxury items. According
Every year, internet users flood social media with the legendary quote "It's October 3rd." The date has become symbolic due to the 2004 iconic movie "Mean Girls." If you're a fan, you'll totally get it. But, over the last few years, the date has adopted
