The immigration scandal involving the issuance of an illegal passport to a South Korean criminal opened a pandora’s box. Soon after, it came to light that numerous government ministers have been signing letters of recommendations to procure visas for Chinese nationals. As we continue to investigate, we have added some humour to the scandal. Our […]
Recognized philanthropist Dara Robinson is organizing a fundraising event this weekend for his primary school feeding program. Billed as the first of its kind all conscious reggae party, Ras Dara hopes to collect enough canned goods and toys to distribute to needy children this Christmas. He has put together an interesting lineup of well known […]
Budding Punta rock artist Taprick is releasing a new album this weekend after two months of carefully crafting a collection of songs which he believes will resonate with his fans in days to come. Unstoppable, the title of his latest effort, produced by a range of Belizean musicians, will be made available to the public […]
Since Monday, at the Bliss Center for the Performing Arts lovers of the creative arts, specifically dancing, have been getting a crash course on the techniques and skills in the art. It is part of the festival for the 2013 Dance X organized by the Institute of Creative Arts. Several international and local choreographers and […]
The reality wedding couple, Allen and Roselle are inching closer to their wedding on December fifteenth at the Princess Hotel. The couple is now putting final touches to the wedding preparation before they say I do before a live audience. Tonight, Roselle looks at the dress that will wow her finance as well as viewers […]
On Sunday, the Banquitas House of Culture in Orange Walk Town was home to the third annual Tacos Fest. The name says it all. It’s an event where residents and visitors can sample every style of tacos known to Belize – made from chicken, beef and pork cooked in a variety of ways and served […]
Beer drinkers are in for a special treat, as the Belize Brewing Company is once again putting to market a unique stout for the season. The product is spiced with sorrel, a Christmas favorite, and will soon be on shelves at local retailers. So aside from the sorrel wine, there’s sorrel stout to enjoy. The […]
After numerous rounds of competition, Allen Mendez and Roselli Coc were selected as the reality wedding couple for this season of from Yes to I do. The happy couple now begins with wedding preparations with fabulous Wedding Planner Rachael Roe. In tonight’s episode, Allen and Roselli decide on the flower arrangements, accessories, menu and the […]
In tonight’s episode of our reality show, From Yes to I Do, the five couples face the ultimate challenge to determine who will make it down the aisle in this seasons’ reality wedding. There is a lot at stake and the winning couple will have to overcome the hurdles along the way to win the […]
Stay tuned to this station for episode two of our popular reality wedding, from Yes to I Do. In tonight’s episode, you will catch the challenges among the aspiring couples as they compete to win this year’s wedding of a lifetime. In the last episode, the men cooked a meal from scratch to impress both […]
At eight-thirty tonight, season three of the tremendously popular reality show, From Yes to I Do, premieres. In this season, five couples are competing to win an unbelievable wedding which will be aired live on this station. The couple will be receiving all the trappings including the wedding gown, the weddings rings, photography, tuxedos…the full […]
Charly Black is becoming one of the most widely received and passionately influential artists of this generation. Born and raised in an area known as Rio Bueno, Trelawney in Jamaica, Black recorded his first hit in 2004. But it wasn’t until 2007 that his musical career took off when the artist brought his original tunes […]
The Garifuna Collective has been promoting the Garifuna culture—not only locally but way beyond our borders in North America and Europe. The group has just completed a successful tour of Europe where they performed special events in major cities. On this tour the Garifuna Collective promoted their newest release, Ayo, which pays tribute to musical […]
Fire and Brimstone will be raining down on Belize this weekend, but in a good way. That’s the name of a gospel concert featuring artists and church groups from all over the country. They’ll be converging on the Institute of Culture for a one night affair of positive music, inspirational performances and fellowship. Organizer Andrew […]
The Mega Bingo Game Show is back… After almost a year of being on indefinite hiatus, following the broad daylight murder of its owner, Alfred Schakron, on Coney Drive in Belize City, the game show is on the return. The family entertainment show will debut once again on Saturday, October fifth, with the grand prize; […]
Keeping the Garifuna culture and music alive…that is the mission of the Garifuna Collective who for the past couple of years have been performing various styles of Garifuna music locally and internationally. Six years ago, the collective, along with Andy Palacio ruled the world stage with Watina and in July of this year, launched a […]
Before the crack of dawn, thousands converged at the San Cas Plaza for the Jouvert 2013…. It is a prelude of what was to come later in the day for the Carnival Road March and by all accounts, the annual event has tripled in numbers. Covered in clay, mud and even chocolate the crowd swelled; […]
Following the jouvert, the carnival road march on Saturday was a spectacular show as it made its way from the Yarborough Green to the B.T.L. Park. For one there were more bands this year, the costumes were more elaborate than ever before and the thousands that lined up the parade route loved every minute of […]
With carnival 2013 behind, preparations for 2014 are already on the drawing board. While band leaders are already in the process of putting together innovative ideas to wow the judges and spectators, the Carnival Committee is also at work. Karen Vernon says that the Carnival Committee has decided to provide costume designing and engineering training […]
The highly anticipated Carnival Road March 2013 will be broadcasted live right here on Channel Five starting at one p.m. on Saturday. The road march is preceded, however, by the jouvert on Saturday morning starting at five a.m. All in the spirit of the celebrations thousands of persons are expected to gather at the San […]
This coming Saturday, the spectacular Carnival Road March kicks off at the Yarborough Green at noon ending at Memorial Park after hours of constant gyration on the streets and choreographed dances by the junior revelers. But on Saturday night, the judging of the Senior Kings and Queens and Juniors of Carnival bands took place at […]
Four mas camps were judged on Thursday night; it’s all leading up to the vibrant Carnival Road March on September fourteenth that starts at the Yarborough Green. But if Thursday night is a preview of what can be expected, then this year’s road march will be an explosion of colour, artistry and energy. Duane Moody […]
Mas Camps leading up to the spectacular Carnival Road March on September fourteenth, are now underway. The first stop on Wednesday night by our News Five team was at Dean Street where energy was flowing among the members of Black Pearl. Before the night was over, we caught up with Pickstock Carnival, Jump Street Posse […]
He is only twelve years old, but Anthony Gill is thrilling audiences with his powerful messages as a motivational speaker. The young man, who is born of Belizean parents, began his career at the tender age of four and has appeared at major events in the United States. Gill arrived at the Philip Goldson International […]
Accompanying Gill is teen R and B Pop Singer and songwriter and a former American Idol Contestant, Keonna Evans. The inspirational duo begins their tour with an appearance at Maud Williams High School. Keonna Evans, Artist “I’m definitely like culture shocked and I am so excited because I’ve never been out of the country. […]
