Recently, ACP Howell Gillett, Belize’s National Commander of the Community Policing Unit, was honored at Buckingham Palace with a Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) award. This prestigious recognition celebrates Gillett's years of dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to the communities of
Christmas is just around the corner, and Belizeans are getting ready to celebrate this festive season with their loved ones. As the streets fill with eager shoppers searching for the perfect gifts, the Belize Police Department will be out in full force to ensure everyone
The Belmopan Bandits Sports Club has a new owner and a new name! Now called the Belmopan Football Club, the organization was acquired by Cruz Gamez from John Saldivar. Gamez, who didn't reveal the purchase price, is well-known for his disciplined approach. He has successfully
Goodnight and welcome to another edition of Sports Monday, I am Paul Lopez. The Belize City Council held its Second Annual Triathlon on Sunday in the Old Capital. At the break of dawn, swimmers, cyclists and runners gathered inside the Lord Rhaburn Plaza for the
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially concluded on November 30, surpassing historical averages in activity. This season recorded 18 named tropical systems, significantly higher than the annual average of 14. Of these, seven were tropical storms, and 11 developed into hurricanes, with a surge in
The Belmopan Bandits Sports Club has officially undergone a transformation, now operating as Belmopan Football Club under new management. Cruz Gamez, a seasoned football executive and youth coach, has acquired the club from John Saldivar, although the financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed. Gamez is
The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) has announced the appointment of Abil Castañeda as its new executive director, effective today. PACT says that Castañeda brings over a decade of experience in sustainable development, tourism, and natural resource management to his new role. "With a respected career
As Christmas approaches, police are stepping up efforts to prevent road accidents and crime. Police Commissioner Chester Williams told News 5 that there is a challenge with dealing with fatal traffic accidents, especially those involving motorcycles. He said, "It is a very challenging one because as
Scientists have visualised the shape of a single photon for the first time, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the mysterious world of quantum mechanics. Researchers at the University of Birmingham created this visualisation through precise calculations of the photon’s wave function, capturing its intensity distribution
Residents in the Freedom Street area of Belize City are speaking out about the mounting garbage crisis as uncollected trash continues to overflow in their neighborhood. Two residents shared their experiences with News 5 and highlighted how the lack of timely garbage collection has disrupted
