While the victims fight for life, many Belizeans are using the tragedy as a focal point for efforts to reduce the nation’s high level of traffic fatalities. And we at this station are no exception. In the following editorial, News Director Stewart Krohn finds that while no safety measure would have prevented Monday morning’s collision, […]
Yesterday sixteen year old Kevin Forrester, a member of UNICEF’s Children’s Advisory Committee and thirteen year old Kendra Buller of NOPCA’s Children in Action sat down with a number of other young people to discuss the child murders. This morning the two young people braved the camera, lights and teleprompter in the News Five studio […]
Tonight on the Last Word G. Michael Reid comments on one of his favorite topics: sports. But this time Reid looks at why Belize must develop sports in a sustainable way, to borrow a phrase from the many development NGOs, if we want Belize’s athletic success to be more than fleeting glory. “The origin of […]
Those who live in small developing countries often complain about the lack of resources, but tonight G. Michael Reid points out that Belize has more than its share of attractions. The problem is so many people don’t appreciate what we have, or know how to share it with visitors. “While a few will be forever […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid has what probably is the last word of the week on the final game of the semi-pro season. He also offers his congratulations to those who deserve it most. “When Jesus wowed the revelers with his water into wine routine, one guest at the bashment was heard to comment, that the […]
Those who are lucky enough to have their dads with them will celebrate this Father’s Day with enthusiasm. But those whose fathers have passed on will have bittersweet memories this Sunday. Tonight on the Last Word G. Michael Reid gets personal as he fondly remembers his own father, he also reminds those of you out […]
Tonight on the Last Word G. Michael Reid looks at the most popular sports in Belize and why our young athletes must be encouraged and supported. Sports has never been high on the priority list of any government in Belize and for a long time it’s sole purpose seemed to have been, to provide all […]
Tonight on the Last Word commentator G. Michael Reid looks at drug abuse, but he doesn’t confine his thoughts to crack or marijuana. He says we must remember that the legal substances so many of us use on a regular basis are also potential lethal weapons. “This passing week was observed in Belize as drug […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid gives credit where credit is due: to the little ones, their parents and teachers and the staff of the Belize Arts Council who have all given our community something precious over this past month. “Every year about this time, and for approximately one month, the Children’s Festival of Arts takes center […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid recommends that Belize City residents once again evacuate the city. Why? Because… well, let’s let him give you the reasons. “Well Belize, it’s another long weekend and much as we complain about having too many holidays, few among us do not welcome these breaks from the drudgery of five day work […]
Tonight, G. Michael Reid takes a hard look at the recent cases of child molestation and the long term effects such incidents have on the victims and our society. “Hardly a day goes by of late, that we do not see at least one story on the news about some adult having sexually abused a […]
She thinks about you all the time, but do you remember her the way you should? Tonight G. Michael Reid looks at why we celebrate Mother’s Day and says thanks to the moms of Belize. “There are two days out of the year, when almost every man will put aside machismo and indulge in the […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid gives us a little bit of sports, and a little bit of recreation as he looks at Belize’s team to Cuba and the May Day holiday. “Many were ecstatic to receive news that our national basketball team which will be heading to Cuba next week, will be once again be stewarded […]
Soap opera lovers and sports fans take note: G. Michael Reid says the copyright law will affect you and it may not help local artists as much as they hope. With the Last Word here is G. Michael Reid. “As we zip through the month of April and hasten toward our rendezvous with the mystical […]
Since it was announced a week ago, the curfew for youths sixteen and under has been greeted by some as a welcome attack on crime and a decisive step in protecting the children. But for others it is an infringement of innocent people’s rights. Tonight G. Michael Reid looks at the issues surrounding this drastic […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid says patriotism is fine, but it shouldn’t overshadow a sporting event which offers great possibilities for putting Belize on the athletic map. “The 71st annual Cross Country Cycling Classic is history and in many ways, it was historic. This year marked the final running of this classic for these thousand years […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid comments on the comments made last week by News Five’s own Hyacinth Latchman when she responded to one of G. Michael Reid’s Last Words. Space does not permit a recap of both their viewpoints, but suffice it to say, there’s definitely a gender gap “I missed my seventy five dollars last […]
News Five viewers usually end their week with the Last Word commentary by G. Michael Reid. But this week one of News Five’s own reporters asked to do the honors because she strongly opposed some of the views he expressed on March 12th. And she wasn’t alone. “Normally News Five Viewers don’t see me in […]
Tonight our commentator on the Last Word looks at Women’s Week and the progress women have made over the years. However, G. Michael Reid is of the opinion that any strides women have made in the workplace have come at the expense of their families. His suggestion: have children or a career, but not both. […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid would like you to remember a man who spent years in search of a place to call home and finally found it on our shores. Although he might have been forgotten, seventy-three years later he is venerated. But it’s not the money he left behind that we appreciate; it is his […]
With the sexual abuse of children so much in the news these days, G. Michael Reid feels compelled to comment on the issue. He asks that we all do what we can to help children who are being exploited to talk about what is happening to them. He also reminds us that when we refuse […]
Although a storm had been brewing in the Supreme Court for some time, the suddenness with which the Chief Justice was removed from office yesterday caught everyone, including Mr. Sosa, by surprise. But today the dust has settled a bit and it’s time to take stock of what has happened. Tonight Channel Five’s Stewart Krohn […]
Love is in the air, and according to G. Michael Reid, cupid and a kind-hearted priest can still teach us a thing or two about true bliss, and keeping your eyes open for that special someone. “It was the Third Century AD and Rome was busy conquering the world. The long wars and phyrric victories […]
Tonight G. Michael Reid looks at Black History Month and reminds us why we need to look at the past in order to move forward. “February is observed as Black History Month and it would be purely impossible to peruse black history without being affronted by the ignominy of slavery. Notwithstanding the fact that the […]
If you use a computer then you may want to pay keen attention to G. Michael Reid’s Last Word tonight as he examines the real or imagined threat of a computer bug that could put your world in a tailspin. “Time marches along its ceaseless course, and considering the pace at which it is moving […]
