Miss Universe Belize, Halima Hoy, faced backlash from the Sarstoon Temash Institute for Indigenous Management (SATIIM) over her national costume and presentation of the Deer Dance on stage. SATIIM called her presentation sacrilegious, explaining that the Deer Dance is a sacred religious ceremony for Maya
At the beginning of the year, Wesley Junior College jumped into the Plastic Tide Turners Challenge, a worldwide youth initiative aimed at tackling plastic pollution by spreading awareness and taking action in their communities. Teaming up with the Sea of Life Organization, students got tech-savvy,
Today, over a thousand students from all over the country came together for the ninth annual GeoEducation Expo. This interactive event is all about inspiring the next generation of educators and students to dive into the world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and see how
This Friday and Saturday nights, the Bliss Centre for the Performing Arts is launching an exciting new dance initiative led by the Institute of Creative Arts. Called “Brok Maka Chista,” it’s inspired by a Creole folk dance that kids used to play during break time
Belize’s popular entertainment and giveaway show, Gimme 5, is back for its annual five-night run in celebration of the station's anniversary. This year's Gimme 5 will run from December 2nd to 6th, starting at 8 p.m. One of the network's longest-running programs, Gimme 5 engages viewers
The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center has announced a revision of its entrance fees, effective Sunday, December 1, 2024. This marks the first adjustment in over a decade, prompted by an 85% increase in operational costs during that time. Under the new fee structure, Belizean
Cabinet approved several key initiatives aimed at enhancing tourism, modernising governance, and strengthening national security. Among the measures was the extension of weekend operating hours at the Punta Gorda Port of Entry, paired with targeted marketing to attract more traffic to Southern Belize and capitalise
Over the past few weeks, News Five has uncovered several troubling issues surrounding Caribi Bleu Casino in San Pedro, including its owner’s alleged connection to an illegal gaming spot in Lady Lake, Florida, and the discovery of an unauthorised ATM that dispenses U.S. currency on
Following News Five's previous explosive interview with San Pedro’s Mayor Wally Nunez about allegations of up to two hundred golf cart permits issued to Caribi Bleu Casino, News Five has uncovered new revelations, including video footage that raises further concerns about the casino’s operations. Our
Ambergris Caye, one of Belize's most popular tourist destinations, is facing a growing traffic issue as golf carts continue to flood the island. Locals have long expressed frustration over the sheer volume of these vehicles, particularly during the busy tourist season. However, new reports suggest
