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Specialized medical care in Belize has dramatically improved over the last decade. And today I was updated on the latest advancement in treating matters of the heart. Dr. John Gough, Cardiologist, B.M.A. ?I hope now by coming back home we could offer a little bit more, and take these studies in another dimension.? Jacqueline Godwin, […]
Written on August 14, 2006 | Posted in
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Good evening. I?m James Adderley and we?re indeed privileged to beam to you live into your living rooms this serving of Sports Monday. So let?s head out to Old Belize on the Western Highway where Sunday?s strongman competition is already in session. And pulling a 2006 Toyota Hilux pickup is Billy Woods, whose techniques makes […]
Written on August 14, 2006 | Posted in
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For weeks, the Belize City Council has publicized the rapidly deteriorating health of its finances but today, the administration claims to be on the brink of bankruptcy. According to Mayor Zenaida Moya, the council has one hundred and forty-eight thousand dollars in cash but more than eighty percent of that is owed just in salaries, […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
Miscellaneous |
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For months questions about his future plans in Belizean politics have hounded P.U.P. Minister Ralph Fonseca … a mystery that has only been heightened following indications of interest by at least two other party followers to fill the position, should it become available. But the public suspense continues tonight as while at the Philip Goldson […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
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The driver of the vehicle involved in the year’s most tragic traffic accident has been arrested and charged. According to police reports, this morning fifty-seven year old Carlos Correa Fernandez was charged with five counts of Manslaughter, five counts of Causing Death by Careless Conduct, two counts of Negligent Grievous Harm, one count of Negligent […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
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Diplomatic ties between Belize and Mexico are strengthened tonight thanks to a bi-lateral programme designed to curb illegal activities in border areas. News Five’s Janelle Chanona has the details. Janelle Chanona, Reporting Today more than forty Mexican and Belizean law enforcement officials met in the old capital for a round of technical talks on national […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
Defense |
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They are sure to be big, buff and bold … I guess you’d have to be to try to pull a car or flip a tractor tyre. But participants in this weekend’s Muscle Mania and Strong Man competition aren’t going to be popping blood vessels in vain, as all proceeds of the event will go […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
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This weekend, the Pallotti Music School is presenting their annual summer concert with an all star line-up of local talent. According to organizer Mamie Martinez, the combination of world renowned musicians and Belize’s best should turn Sunday’s programme into a magical night of music. Mamie Martinez, Organizer, Summer Concert ?We have a combination of professional […]
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They may have been a no show at the Philip Goldson International Airport, but tonight local concert promoters are promising ticket holders that the show will go on this weekend. According to Revolutionary Entertainment representative Martin Reyes, I-Wayne and Bascom X’s arrival in Belize was delayed due to heightened security measures at U.S. airports. Martin […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
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For the past four months Belizean gamblers have been playing the stakes in the Lotto draw without success. But like Tropical Gaming says, you got to be in it to win it. This weekend, the jackpot hits another record with a whopping one hundred eighty-two thousand five hundred dollars up for grabs. Saturday night’s draw […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
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This week, the National Youth Cadet Service Corps launched a recruitment drive, calling on at risk youths to enlist in its ten month programme. According to officials, they’ve got the patience it takes to turn problem children into constructive citizens. Marshall Nunez, National Youth Cadet Service Corps ?It has a disciplinary component which comes with […]
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The message to airline passengers today is to get used to sticking your lipstick and lotion into checked luggage following revelations on Thursday that terrorists had planned to mix a sports drink with a gel-like substance to create an in-flight explosion. The effects of that plot have impacted Belize with long lines, intensive searches and […]
Written on August 11, 2006 | Posted in
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As the Commission of Inquiry into the D.F.C. wound up its second week of public hearings, the questions continued to focus on loose management, non observance of policy guidelines and a pattern of unjustifiable favouritism for the politically connected. News Five’s Janelle Chanona reports. Natalie Goff, Former Assistant General Manager ?It?s nearly six years since […]
Written on August 10, 2006 | Posted in
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They say that when Uncle Sam sneezes, Belize catches a cold. Well, this morning the world’s only superpower was nearly hit by the virus of terrorism … and within hours those travelling to and from Belize were stricken by acute air sickness. Today I headed out to the Philip Goldson International Airport to find out […]
Written on August 10, 2006 | Posted in
Defense |
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It’s an irritating tradition that dates back well into the colonial era … but as of July first it’s history. I’m talking about the ten cent stamp that’s legally required on all receipts over ten dollars. According to a release from the Ministry of Finance, as part of the tax reforms surrounding the implementation of […]
Written on August 10, 2006 | Posted in
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A little extra flab around the midsection may have cost a burglar five years in jail. According to court reports, fifty-six year old Santiago Swasey of mile twenty-three on the Northern Highway was found by police at one thirty Wednesday morning stuck fast between some burglar bars. He had apparently entered the Riverside Patio Restaurant […]
Written on August 10, 2006 | Posted in
Trials |
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You may have never heard of them, but today the Belizean Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers announced some big plans that are sure to spark controversy. At a press conference held this morning at the Belize City House of Culture, B.S.C.A.P. declared its campaign to seriously reshuffle the way Belizeans and Belizean companies think […]
Written on August 10, 2006 | Posted in
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As a Caribbean nation firmly situated on the Central American mainland, Belize is in a unique position to take advantage of development programmes in both sub-regions. This week it was time to join forces with our Spanish speaking neighbours. News Five’s Alyssa Noble reports. Alyssa Noble, Reporting It?s called the System for Demand and Supply […]
Written on August 10, 2006 | Posted in
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The Belize Mayors Association put it all on the table … the country’s municipalities are in the red and party colours have nothing to do with it. Via press release, the Association listed a six point agenda of urgent requests, calling on the P.U.P. Central Government to increase revenue flows into the municipalities, namely through […]
Written on August 9, 2006 | Posted in
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Three suspects have been arrested in connection with Monday night’s armed robbery of a shop on Central American Boulevard. Thirty-four year old Elvis Bevans, twenty year old Keith Middleton and twenty-one year old Robert Garnett were charged with Robbery and Conspiracy to Commit Robbery. Middleton was also hit with the serious charge of Keeping a […]
Written on August 9, 2006 | Posted in
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Yes, there have been more heartless crimes committed in Belize … and no, this particular incident did not leave its victim injured or dead … but tell me: what kind of cowardly dog would snatch the purse of an eighty-two year old woman. This morning I arrived upon the scene shortly after the robbery occurred. […]
Written on August 9, 2006 | Posted in
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When we last saw Brian “Yellowman” Audinett the political activist and onetime U.D.P. television spokesman was busy jousting with the riot squad on the steps of Independence Hill. And while the fleet footed messenger managed to evade his captors in the nation’s capital, today he was tripped up in Belize City Magistrate’s Court following an […]
Written on August 9, 2006 | Posted in
Trials |
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Today is Wednesday, and you know what that means … yup, it’s Lotto time again. Tonight’s record Lotto jackpot now stands at one hundred and eighty thousand dollars, and hopeful players around the country have been standing in lines all afternoon to buy tickets. Stay tuned to Channel Five, where you can view the Lotto […]
Written on August 9, 2006 | Posted in
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As its second official event, this weekend Mothers Organized for Peace are coordinating a basketball tournament in an attempt to reduce tensions in Belize City. According to organisers, the idea is to highlight alternate activities to crime and violence while helping survivors handle reality. Therese Felix, Mothers Organized for Peace ?To me, most of the […]
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So far this summer we’ve seen camp sessions for art, dance, music, swimming and even chess. This morning I looked in one programme designed to keep kids out of trouble … and at the same time improve the future of football. Jacqueline Godwin, Reporting Thirteen year old Andres Makin may very well be one of […]
Written on August 9, 2006 | Posted in
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