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News Five attempted to get a comment from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and from the Ministry of Defence and Border Security, but that was not forthcoming. The Ministry of Defence and Border Security issued an official press release about Sunday’s incident, in which it states that a joint B.D.F/Coastguard patrol was deployed to the […]
Written on September 20, 2022 | Posted in
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But Maheia describes the ministry’s response as weak and said we should be demanding the Guatemalan military boats to return the flags that they removed from Sarstoon Island. In addition, Neville Smith, whose boat managed to get past the Guatemalan military boats, told the media that as a contractor, he thinks the B.D.F. should still […]
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In July, Prime Minister John Briceño had identified Moises Cal as his pick for the chairperson of the Public Services Commission. But soon after that proposal, the Opposition objected to Cal on grounds that he has a questionable history dating back to 2007 when he was caught with a large sum of money in Panama […]
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Earlier we brought you the memorial held at the gravesite of the late George Price in recognition of his contributions to Belize. Coincidentally, September nineteenth was also the date when Queen Elizabeth the Second was being laid to rest in the United Kingdom. They were two leaders who held firmly to their philosophies, and while […]
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Twenty-two distinguished Belizeans were honoured at this year’s Tribute to Belizean Patriots ceremony held at the Battle Field Park in Belize City. One Belizean was awarded an Order of Distinction for her contributions to community service. The remaining awardees were bestowed Meritorious Service Awards. Here is a brief look at the event that took place […]
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The illegal influx of Cuban migrants into Belize has been persistent since the beginning of the year, arriving into the country from various points of entry. Over the extended weekend, a group of Cuban nationals was busted in the vicinity of El Pilar, near the Belize-Guatemala border in the west. According to the spokesperson for […]
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Today was celebrated as Maya Mopan Cultural Consciousness Day at the National Library Service. This morning, several classrooms of primary school students from across the city visited the Leo Bradley Library where they were given a brief social studies lesson on the traditions, as well as the food, language and culture of the Mopan Maya. […]
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The business community remains optimistic that a recent request made to the Ministry of Labor regarding Monday’s public and bank holiday, will be resolved amicably. On Wednesday, Chief Executive Officer Valentino Shal responded to a letter written by the President of the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry in which concerns were raised in respect […]
Written on September 16, 2022 | Posted in
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According to Blake, other mediums could have been used to convene a meeting of the relevant government bodies to discuss the matter of employee compensation. The chamber president also spoke about the possible financial effects of holiday on business owners who are still recovering from the setbacks by the COVID-19 pandemic. Marcello Blake, President, […]
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While the Leader of the Opposition is not fond of the monarchy, he is resolute in his conviction that all Commonwealth countries should do away with the age-old system and that King Charles the Third should instead provide reparations to countries that were once colonies of England. Shyne Barrow, Leader of the Opposition “For […]
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The resignation of Martin Aldana from the Redistricting Task Force has raised serious questions about the alleged politicization of the ongoing redistricting exercise. Aldana, a statistical analyst, stepped down as a member of the working group citing that the reason for his resignation is, “my observation that the work of the task force is being […]
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Opposition Leader Shyne Barrow led a fact-finding mission to Gales Point Manatee following cabinet’s decision last week not to allow any mining activity near the community. Along with Barrow were former area representatives Beverly Castillo and John Saldivar. Among the many issues discussed with residents of the village is the ongoing water crisis. Here’s what […]
Written on September 16, 2022 | Posted in
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Leader of the Belize People’s Front, Nancy Marin has been invited to be a part of an international observer team that will oversee the upcoming elections in Brazil. The movement is a member of the Foro de São Paulo, a conference of left-wing political parties and other organizations from primarily Latin America and the Caribbean […]
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For the past two years, it has been held virtually, but today thousands of primary school students converged at the Belize City Civic Center for the annual children’s rally. The event is used to celebrate the patriotic season and to instil in the students Belizean pride. Elsewhere across the districts, students marched around their school […]
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On Thursday, the Young Men’s Christian Association, Y.M.C.A., was a recipient of school supplies from a U.S-based group, facilitated by Eglah’s Training Centre in Belize City. The “Y” as it is also called, has been providing youths with educational and developmental programs for decades. When we caught up with her at the handing-over, Executive Director […]
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Belize won bronze in Honduras. The Under-19 Central American Male Volleyball Championship was held in Santa Rosa de Copan, Honduras, this week. Team Belize won the bronze medal, the first bronze in the nation’s history in this category. Team Belize also took home five individual awards for best scorer, second best spiker, best server, best […]
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Comedian Oliver Samuels will be performing live at the Bliss Center for the Performing Arts on September twenty-third, twenty-fourth, and twenty-fifth. The upcoming show is entitled Guilty Without Explanation, written and directed by Patrick Brown, starring Oliver Samuels, Tesfa Edwards, and Lakeisha Ellison. The entire event is being presented by Jankunu Productionz. Founder, Sandra Mckay, […]
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Today, the Perdomo family, makers or Travellers Liquors, introduced their first international rum at the Travellers Liquors Heritage Museum in Belize City. The new product is the result of a partnership with a European businessman, as News Five’s Marion Ali found out today at the launching ceremony. Here’s that report. Marion Ali, Reporting Travellers […]
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Belize City Mayor Bernard Wagner says that it feels good to be outside again with so many activities happening across the city. The council has also been working with law enforcement agencies to ensure that most activities, including concerts and parades, occur without incident. But with restrictions basically lifted and there is a sense of […]
Written on September 16, 2022 | Posted in
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It’s been almost six months since the Belize City Council embarked on a parking meter initiative and proceeded to install the devices along the entertainment strip on Newtown Barracks and in downtown on Albert Street. While in some cases, it has been met with consternation, the pilot project is not yielding as much revenue as […]
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We have not reported on any impasse surrounding garbage collection and that is a good thing. But this responsibility, which lies solely with the Belize City Council, carries a hefty price tag. Discussions have, in the past, included a proposed garbage bill, but that was met with objection and it never materialised. Today, Mayor Bernard […]
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During the month of September, patriotism is at its highest, as we celebrate Belize’s Independence. Notable songs for the festivities ring out and radio favourites are played the entire month. If you look forward to this time of the year, it’s hard not to mention Francis Reneau’s contributions to the fore. This week’s look on […]
Written on September 16, 2022 | Posted in
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The price per gallon of liquefied petroleum gas (L.P.G.) has decreased by five cents. The Government of Belize announced the new fixed price for L.P.G. on Wednesday. The price now stands at six dollars and six cents per gallon retail. While the decrease is welcomed news, is it enough to offset the increasing cost of […]
Written on September 15, 2022 | Posted in
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Case management in the kidnapping trial involving William “Danny” Mason, Ashton Vanegas, Kieron Fernandez, Ernest Castillo, and Ryan Rhaburn is set to begin with a voir dire. The alleged victims in this case are businessman Lloyd Thiessen and his wife. The men are accused of kidnapping the couple after a business deal with Mason went […]
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The Belize People’s Front leader has criticized Cayo West Area Representative, Jorge Milin Espat for visiting and distributing schoolbags among Belizean voters who live in Guatemala. Nancy Marin calls the recent visit “clientelism” and she has also called for the resignation of the recently appointed member for the redistricting task force, Senator Collet Montejo, who […]
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