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There were a lot of hard words thrown around Belize today. One set involved the operation of our health care system; the other the running of a lucrative free zone at our northern border. We’ll begin tonight’s coverage with a story that combines money and politics, two subjects that seem to converge much more than […]
Written on July 12, 2006 | Posted in
Miscellaneous |
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After months of living at the mercy of armed bandits, tonight Cayo hoteliers and tour operators are breathing a little easier after reports that the primary suspects in a series of armed robberies are now in the custody of Guatemalan law enforcement authorities. But the question has now become: will they ever face justice in […]
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Crime |
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The project has been on the table for well over a decade and on July eighteenth the public will get to voice its opinion on the proposed dam on the Macal River at Vaca Falls. The hearing, part of the Environmental Impact Assessment process, is hosted by the Department of Environment and involves the presentation […]
Written on July 12, 2006 | Posted in
Environment |
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The Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital is no stranger to controversy. By the very nature of the life and death decisions made there, it would be a miracle if things always proceeded without incident. As for the latest allegations, like others in the past, they involve institutional negligence. Today the K.H.M.H. and a well known doctor […]
Written on July 12, 2006 | Posted in
Health |
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Summer: it’s a time for fun, relaxation and, of course, vacation activities for young people, the latest of which comes courtesy of the Commonwealth Youth Programme. According to Alberto Vellos, the regional representative of the programme, they are looking for a few good men and women. Alberto Vellos, Regional Youth Caucus Rep., Commonwealth Youth Prog. […]
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In the twelve years that Tropical Gaming Company has been running the Belize Lotto franchise the biggest jackpot has been one hundred and fifty thousand dollars. Tonight that record stands to be equalled as Belizeans lined up to buy tickets for tonight’s draw. At least one journalist, News Five’s Alyssa Noble, was among those hoping […]
Written on July 12, 2006 | Posted in
Miscellaneous |
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