We also spoke with Michael Lund, the Deputy Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Program. He gave us more insight into their mission to reduce the court system backlog through alternative sentencing options like probation. Here’s what he had to say. [caption id="attachment_40159" align="alignright" width="300"]
What began as a friendly fitness competition among women’s teams from the Belize Police Department, the Belize Defense Force, and the Belize Coast Guard wrapped up this afternoon with the Belize Coast Guard team claiming bragging rights. Since Wednesday, the women have been competing in
The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center has a delightful new addition. Meet Grace, a one-month-old Tapir calf who was separated from her mother during a wildfire in La Gracia. A local farmer found her and brought her to safety. After a week of care
This week, we step into the ring to explore the journey of Kadejah Gentle, a rising Belizean American MMA fighter who’s redefining what it means to fight with passion and perseverance. Determined to make a name for herself, Kadejah’s story is one of relentless drive,
A fire broke out this afternoon on Mayflower Street in Belize City. The fire destroyed a wooden and zinc structure. Shana Tillett, one of the residents, was notified of the fire while at work and returned to find her home burnt down. Firefighters were seen on
Two police officers have been detained in connection to the recent drug plane landing in southern Belize. As we reported, authorities discovered the remains of the drug plane, which was deliberately set on fire after landing on a makeshift airstrip in the remote Toledo District near
Lead contamination has been found in outdoor fitness equipment across Belize, prompting concerns over public health risks. As we reported, the Ministry of Health and Wellness issued a directive to remove outdoor fitness equipment across Belize after tests revealed excessive lead levels. The equipment, painted yellow
Pastor Loyd Stanford of Queen Street Baptist Church provided an update on the church's recovery and rebuilding efforts following the recent fire. He confirmed that the cleanup of the building went smoothly, with significant assistance from members of the Belize City Council, who helped for
A veteran police officer has been officially discharged from the Belize Police Department. The officer’s termination follows an internal review process. The letter says, "In light of the serious nature of the allegations against you, the impact on the reputation of the Belize Police Department, and
Moses "Shyne" Barrow, former Leader of the Opposition has taken legal steps against Hot Off The Press – Belize, a Facebok blog, for defamation. The law firm Pitts Pitts & Associates, representing Barrow, issued a cease and desist letter on March 27, 2025, demanding the
