We asked our viewers on Tuesday: Are you better off this Christmas, than in previous years? It shouldn’t come as a surprise that seventy percent of those who voted on our e-poll said no. Meanwhile, thirty percent voted that they are better off this Christmas.
We have reported that excess cash liquidity is affecting the Central Bank and commercial banks, which are turning down fixed deposits. A ripple effect of this financial crisis is being felt by credit unions, whose membership includes smaller investors. The liquidity has also brought down interest rates for credit unions. News Five’s Isani Cayetano reports. […]
Belizean Ian Alamilla, pleaded guilty to a charge of murder on October twenty-seventh; over a year after he strangled his estranged wife, Tara in Westmont, Illinois. On Thursday, Ian appeared before a judge in DuPage County and was sentenced to twenty-five years in prison. In mitigation, the thirty-five year old told the court that he […]
The District Education Office in Belize City was burglarized last weekend and police quickly arrested nineteen year old Frank Trapp, who lives in the area. But two other suspects managed to escape… that is until Wednesday. Twenty-two year olds, Leon Burgess and Andrew Lamb appeared before Senior Magistrate Sharon Frazer this morning and were jointly […]
Across the globe, Christians are preparing to celebrate the birth of Christ. But in many households, the meaning of Christmas has been lost to consumerism. As we lead into the Christmas holiday, Father Reverend Noel Leslie of the St. Joseph Parish reminds Belizeans to be mindful of God’s promise to us; and that as a […]
There are approximately a thousand manatees in Belize. Manatees are an endangered species and for the past year we have regularly reported on accidental deaths caused by careless mariners on the coast. A few weeks ago, local conservationists received a call from a Fisheries Department employee who lives in Sandhill, that there was a family […]
As the countdown to 2012 takes place, there’s worldwide focus on the end of the five thousand, one hundred and twenty-five year Mayan calendar. Some believe it is the end of the world while others consider it the start of a new era. In Belize, 2012 is expected to be a big year for tourism […]
It’s the worst news any mother could get, especially at this time of the year. But twenty-one year old, Dangriga resident, Sheronda Samuels has to cope with the loss of her newborn son. Samuels went in to the Southern Regional Hospital on December eighth for Caesarian section; but when she woke up from the surgery, […]
On Saturday night, homes across the country will be filled with the aroma of hams and turkeys baking in the ovens. And while many have perfected their recipes, 2004 Chef of the year, Patrick Rodriguez, has some tips and tricks to share so that the Christmas meal is appealing to the eyes and to the […]
Chef Rodriguez also prefers a traditional method for preparing the ham. His advice is that when you want the best flavor out of a cured ham, go easy on the additional seasoning. Chef Patrick Rodriguez “This is the tricky one. A lot of people tend to boil ham, they tend to do a lot of […]
There is a heinous double murder to report tonight. A mother and her daughter were cold bloodedly shot this morning at their house in Carmelita Village on the Northern Highway. Another family member was injured and is hospitalized. What makes this latest double homicide even more insane is that the trigger was allegedly pulled by […]
There is outrage over the successful bail application of a thirty-six year old accused of Carnal Knowledge upon a fourteen year old girl from the Stann Creek. Since we reported the story on Wednesday night, our blogs have been overflowing with angry comments from viewers that we have had to filter. Earlier today, the United […]
Henry Cole, an English man, made the first official Christmas card in 1834. He was too busy to write personal greetings so he hired an artist to design a ready to send or instant card. Little did he know that his clever shortcut would become a household tradition around the world. But in recent times, […]
There is a recall of a frequently used pain killer. The Johnson and Johnson Company has recalled medicinal drugs at least six times in the past two years. During that period Belize has been affected by three of those tainted shipments. The third announcement came as recently as Wednesday when the company revealed that it […]
Twenty year old Elvin Myvett stole from his neighbor to pay medical expenses. Sadly because of his crime, the young father won’t be able to provide for his sick child for the next seven years. That’s the duration of the sentence that was handed down by Magistrate Albert Hoare today after Myvett pleaded guilty to […]
Early this year, Joseph Budna came to the media with a horrific story of how he was abducted in his own vehicle and robbed by a man he had offered a free ride to. But since the case started before Chief Magistrate Ann Marie Smith in October, Budna has been a no show in court […]
2012 is on the horizon, but before the year winds down, there’s Christmas and the birth of Christ to celebrate. And though many persons may be focused on the merrymaking and gift giving, the President of the Council of Churches tonight tells viewers not to forget the true meaning of Christmas. Canon LeRoy Flowers, President, […]
The tradition of sending season greetings is an age old one and is still very much alive. With loved ones, near or far, as Belizeans, we find it important to send best wishes for the holidays. And with Christmas Day just a greeting away, News Five hit the streets today to help residents send their […]
The St. Martin De Porres youth group was in a generous mood today. It hosted a Christmas party this afternoon for over one hundred children from that community. Youth Group leader, Debbie Ordonez told News Five that they hold numerous fundraisers throughout the year and putting smiles on the faces of less fortunate children is […]
In September, City Councilor Andrew Faber and a friend Gianni Taylor died in a tragic vehicular accident. Taylor was pregnant at the time, which made the loss even greater for her family. But Taylor’s mother, Melanie Eiley was moved by her daughter’s example. Before she passed away, Taylor spent a lot of time reading and […]
This morning three hundred patients as well as people sitting in the lobby of the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital received an early visit from Santa Claus. That’s because thirty local businesses teamed up with the K.H.M.H. and Santa to distribute the care packages. News Five spoke with K.H.M.H. Public Relations Officer Sheena Garnett for further […]
And with just three days to go before Christmas, many families are still finding it difficult to make ends meet to put the Christmas dinner on the table. Well earlier today, Bel-Caribe Communication Services reached out to eleven needy families to make their holidays merry. They handed out hefty food hampers, packed with everything needed […]
When the New Year sets in many people will be working towards accomplishing their numerous resolutions. A very common goal for the start of every year is to get fit and healthy. But before you decide on your new work out plan, we look back at the top fitness trends for 2011 and find out […]
We lead our newscast tonight with three unprecedented decisions handed down today in respect of bail applications by Justice Denis Hanomansingh. In the first, the judge ruled that a thirty six year old man on a carnal knowledge charge would be granted bail if he marries the fourteen year victim. Hipolito Itza is a resident […]
In another bail application, an Orange Walk man who brutally stabbed his wife during a domestic dispute is out on bail and his wife is in fear of her life. There were statements from witnesses, but in the view of Justice Hanomansingh, the prosecution did not demonstrate that the Crown had a case against thirty-six […]
