Belize remains free of the New World Screwworm, a pest that poses a significant threat to livestock, but authorities warn that the risk of an outbreak is growing. Minister of Agriculture Jose Abelardo Mai has been holding weekly meetings with his technical teams to monitor
The National Institute of Culture and History (NICH) issued a statement regarding the latest Maya Deer Dance Costume controversy. Miss Universe Belize, Halima Hoy, used the Mayan Deer Dance costume in the Miss Universe 2024 Pageant held in Mexico City this earlier this month. The Sarstoon
A man has been fined over $2,000 for unlawful possession of timber after being caught with forest produce without a permit. On October 30, 2024, the Forest Department responded to an illegal logging report near Franks Eddy Village in the Cayo District, where they encountered
Four years after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted education worldwide, Belize's Ministry of Education has taken a step to address the learning gaps that emerged during that time. All Saints Anglican Primary School in Belize City officially became a Doodle Learning school, receiving a donation of
Today, Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) hosted a media workshop to enhance the understanding and reporting of the country’s energy sector. The workshop gathered a number of media professionals from various outlets. "The purpose for having a media energy workshop was to build capacity and the knowledge,
Belize's Minister of State for Investment, Jorge Espat, is representing the country at the prestigious 30th Extraordinary Meeting of the Forum of Presidents of Legislative Assemblies of Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico (FOPREL) in Rabat, Morocco. The three-day summit started on November 27. It
Great Belize Productions, the parent company of News 5, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest initiative, News 5 @ Noon. Starting Monday, December 2nd, audiences in Belize and abroad can tune in to a concise, 10-minute midday bulletin designed to keep them
Minister of Education Francis Fonseca addressed the Belize National Teachers’ Union's (BNTU) demands for unpaid increments and allowances. Minister Fonseca acknowledged the frustration surrounding the issue. He stated, “It’s obviously
Great Belize Productions Limited's Open Your Eyes morning show debuted a stunning transformation today. The show unveiled state-of-the-art studio sets and a brand-new logo. This rebranding effort underscores the show’s commitment to staying ahead of the curve in Belize’s dynamic media landscape and reaffirms its
Police arrested and charged Jaylil Adanai Clarence E. Usher with the murder of 19-year-old Kean Jamaal Quiros, who was killed on August 11, 2023, in San Pedro Town. Quiros was shot early in the morning on August 11 after hearing someone shout "Police" outside his door.
