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The theme for this year’s celebration, when translated, is “Garifuna Language is the foundation of Garifuna survival.” Leader of the Opposition John Briceño also spoke at the official ceremonies in Dangriga. In his speech, he championed the speaking of the language to help retain the culture. Here’s a snippet from his presentation. John Briceño, […]
Written on November 21, 2019 | Posted in
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The Garifuna Collective has carved a name for itself; recently it was recognized as number one in the Trans Global World Music Charts and is the only Belizean band that has been embarking on tours around the world. Their most recent tour took them to the stages of north and South America as well as […]
Written on November 14, 2019 | Posted in
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DPM Patrick Faber was also asked about Music Ambassador Shyne Barrow who was notably absent from the Garifuna Collective Award ceremony today. It is known that DPM Patrick Faber and the Mesopotamia standard bearer have not been seeing eye-to-eye; in fact, the prime minister’s son has gone on record to throw his support behind Belmopan […]
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On Sunday, the fourteenth edition of the Belize International Film Festival closed with the announcement of the winners of this year’s festival. There were a total of seven categories for which submissions were made. Among the winners were “The Sweet Taste of Salted Bread and Undies” for best feature narrative; “Bakoso: Afrobeats of Cuba” got […]
Written on November 11, 2019 | Posted in
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The Saint John’s Cathedral Church at the end of Albert Street in downtown Belize City is a landmark structure, having been erected centuries ago. Over the years, the building has endured its share of wear and tear, but now the historic cathedral has received a much needed facelift. The Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation […]
Written on November 8, 2019 | Posted in
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As you may know by now, last March the Department of Environment announced that a phase-out of single use plastics and styrofoam. Once that phase out is over, there will be no importation of items and if you are found with those items in your possession you can be charged. As we’ve reported over the […]
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The Belize International Film Festival 2019 kicked off in grand fashion on Wednesday evening with the red carpet treatment. The opening night of the fourteenth edition of the festival, hosted by Kendis Gibson, saw a number of familiar and not-so-familiar faces grace the stage at the Bliss Center for the Performing Arts. Here’s a snapshot […]
Written on November 7, 2019 | Posted in
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The 2019 Belize International Film Festival opens tonight at the Bliss Center for the Performing Arts and several pieces will be showcased at the inaugural event. Among them is My Father Belize, a short film that is written, produced and depicted by Belizeans living abroad. Kirby Garcia is an actor in that film. Kirby […]
Written on November 6, 2019 | Posted in
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If you are curious what My Father Belize is about, then here’s a brief storyline and what can be expected from the film. Actor, My Father Belize “My Father Belize is the story of Chance here, he is the lead character who is a U.S. born Belizean who is coming to Belize with his […]
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Miss Garifuna Hopkins, Deveene Martinez was crowned Miss Garifuna Belize 2019-2020 over the weekend by the National Garifuna Council at the annual Miss Garifuna Belize Cultural Pageant. Following the National Solidarity Mass on Saturday, the Belmopan Civic Center was the venue for the competition where eight young ladies vied for the title. The contestants showcased […]
Written on November 5, 2019 | Posted in
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The fourteen edition of the Film Festival opens this Wednesday and we will be airing the event here on this station. A long list of films will be screened, including local films, as a push is made to market Belize as an idea film location. Mark Ang, a Taiwanese filmmaker, is the guest speaker for […]
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A fifteen-minute short directed by Carlo Habet is premiering at the 2019 International Film Festival. The original screenplay for Time Fu Eat was written by Carlo and Andre Habet and the narrative was later produced by Veritas Production. The short film is Habet’s foray into motion pictures and while Time Fu Eat aims to be […]
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Every year, the Mexican Embassy in Belize celebrates the memory of loved ones during the traditional celebration of “Dia de Los Muertos,” which is the day of the dead. The event is significant in the Mexican culture and features an altar consisting of three levels used to remember loved ones that have passed away. It […]
Written on October 31, 2019 | Posted in
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Chaya Dinner with the Maya – it is happening now at the Mexican Institute in Belize. It is the kick off to a three-month long exhibition which seeks to look at the gardening aspects of the Maya culture and history. The curator, Doctor Anabel Ford, has a non-profit called Exploring Solutions which looks at bridging […]
Written on October 31, 2019 | Posted in
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Garifuna Settlement Day is quickly approaching and this year, the activities in Belize City kick off earlier than usual. The Belize City Branch of the National Garifuna Council is putting on a host of events to promote the Garifuna language which is at the core of their survival. Aside from the anticipated constant drumming there […]
A third tranche of money from the Cultural Development Fund of the National Institute of Culture and History was disbursed today at the Bliss Centre for the Performing Arts. The fund was created to assist those who work in preserving the tangible and intangible culture of Belize. Today, fourteen persons and organizations received cheques totalling […]
Written on October 18, 2019 | Posted in
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The Museum of Belize is launching a portrait exhibition called “The River of Art Flows Everywhere.” Taiwanese artist Yaoling Lee, who has been living in Belize for over two decades, is showcasing more than twenty paintings featuring water colours, oil and charcoal art. Lee, who has lived in Belize for more than twenty years, has […]
Written on October 17, 2019 | Posted in
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At Saint John’s College Art Center this afternoon, an exhibit was launched to honour the father of the nation, George Price. Price led the country to Independence and would have turned one hundred this year as the country celebrates thirty-eight years of nationhood. The exhibit in the form of photography, text and speeches captures his […]
This Saturday in Orange Walk Town, the Northern Maya Association will be hosting Maya Heroes Day, a cultural event to honor outstanding promoters of the Mayan heritage. The activity which is endorsed by the National Institute of Culture and History, NICH, coincides with other events to kick off the September Celebrations. According to organizer Arturo […]
Written on August 28, 2019 | Posted in
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The National Celebrations Commission today announced that the Belize flag is being standardized. For years, Belizeans have complained that the national is not uniform. Relying on historical information and after consultations with experts, the Commission will standardize the design and colour schemes of the national flag. The work begun a few years ago, but it […]
Written on August 28, 2019 | Posted in
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So what does the new flag look like? According to Encalada, it has been a tedious task to complete, but they laboured to make the new design and colour scheme closely resembling the flag that was presented at Independence in 1981. He described a few of the differences now visible between both flags. Nigel […]
Written on August 28, 2019 | Posted in
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The Garifuna Collective has been touring extensively over the past two months, performing in Europe and the United States. The band is presently in Canada, following a ten-day break from its travels. The Canadian leg of the performing trip builds up to the release of their upcoming album, Aban. On Wednesday, Al Ovando stopped by […]
Written on August 15, 2019 | Posted in
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Over the years, the Garifuna Collective has come to understand and appreciate its significance in world music. The idea of taking the stage along with other big name performers is not lost on Ovando who says that the group is heading to South America upon its return from the United States. Al Ovando, Garifuna […]
Written on August 15, 2019 | Posted in
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Downtown Belize City is a milieu of old and new buildings and is celebrated for its historic significance. But there is one particular location that is as important to residents of the Old Capital as it is to visitors who journey to Belize every so often for vacation. That place is Dit’s Restaurant. It’s been […]
Written on August 13, 2019 | Posted in
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The Caribbean Festival of Arts, better known as CARIFESTA, has stimulated the establishment of a regional integration among Caribbean countries, bringing artisans and cultural practitioners together for more than four decades. Participating countries have used various platforms within the event to promote local arts and culture, bringing rich, exciting, and provocative expressions of talent and […]
