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Concerns over disease in some peacocks have prompted tests for two types of avian disease. Officials at the Belize Agriculture Health Authority have ruled out the presence of Newcastle Disease and Avian Influenza. But, B.A.H.A. officials fear the exotic birds that were smuggled into Belize may be suffering from something else and could pose a […]
Written on February 25, 2022 | Posted in
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Gutierrez says if people follow the laws regarding wildlife importation, it would save the government and importers a whole lot of money because the procedures would be followed that would detect if diseases are present. Francisco Gutierrez, Acting Managing Director, B.A.H.A. “This issue points precisely to what we’ve been concerned about, that our regulations […]
Written on February 25, 2022 | Posted in
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Unfortunately, B.A.H.A.’s Francisco Gutierrez says that when people do not follow the law on wildlife importation and it results in an outbreak of some kind, it is difficult to take court action. Because of this, B.A.H.A. is about to review the laws and propose ways to make them effective. Francisco Gutierrez, Acting Managing Director, […]
Written on February 25, 2022 | Posted in
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A man who was caught red-handed in possession of wild animal body parts was found guilty this week and fined two thousand dollars. The prosecution followed a search at the premises of Ruben Beiler of Springfield in the Cayo District last week. Officials confiscated pieces of dead animals as well as live ones being held […]
Written on February 25, 2022 | Posted in
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An exclusive beer known as the Alaia Pale Ale is being prepared by Belize Brewing Company for the Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection Hotels in San Pedro. The mixture is a hint of grapefruit and two aromatic hop varieties that are new to Belize, Amarillo and Centennial. It comes at the request of Alaia to have […]
Written on February 25, 2022 | Posted in
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The M.O.U. between Belize Brewing Company and Alaia Belize also includes a co-branded Crystal bottled drinking water. Both companies agreed as well to partner with each other to ensure that packaging from all Bowen & Bowen products used at Alaia will be recycled. The cross promotion invites new audiences to enjoy the company’s products. […]
Written on February 25, 2022 | Posted in
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For decades, Belize has been a beacon for people fleeing conflict or violence elsewhere in Central America. This week Sabreena Daly brings you the story of young woman we will only identify as “Anita” who had to leave everything behind in El Salvador to come to Belize. And while this bright high school student is […]
Written on February 25, 2022 | Posted in
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Overnight, Russia invaded Ukraine, the second largest country by area in Europe with a population of over forty million. Explosions were heard and could have been seen in the distance as a full on attack ensued. World leaders have been aware of the tensions between both countries and some are supplying Ukraine with firearms and […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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With what’s happening in Europe, it is anticipated that prices at the fuel pumps will increase even more. As it currently stands, regular gas is being sold at thirteen dollars. According to Prime Minister John Briceño, diesel would have increased by over a dollar, but that G.O.B. will absorb that cost at this time. But […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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Teachers and public officers could see their full annual salaried being restored within the new fiscal year. This morning, Dean Flowers, President of the Public Service Union broke the news on Open Your Eyes Morning Show. According to Flowers, on Wednesday the Joint Union Negotiating Team received a commitment from the Government of Belize to […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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P.S.U. President Flowers went on to talk about the implications of an incremental restoration on the public sector’s pay scale system. He is recommending that no more than two installments be made, because every installment will require logistical work to create a new pay scale. Dean Flowers, President, Public Service Union “If it was […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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When we caught up with Prime Minister John Briceño on Ambergris Caye today, we asked him to confirm if Cabinet is in fact prepared to restore the ten percent salary cut. Prime Minister John Briceño says he is not opposed to the restoring it, but Cabinet must first take a close look at the country’s […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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So, what about the frozen increments? Will public officers and teachers also see the restoration of their annual increment? Viewers may recall that along with the ten percent salary cut, public sector workers were also hit with a three years increment freeze. Well, it seems at this time the government is preparing to look at […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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The standoff between sugar cane farmers and A.S.R./B.S.I. in the north, when compared to the logjam between stevedores and the Port of Belize back in January, bears some similarities. In both instances, the Government of Belize stepped in to mediate between the respective parties. While the end results varied, some feel the Briceño administration dealt […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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Amid the deadlock between the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association and A.S.R./B.S.I., the Government of Belize gave assurances that there would be legal exemption from penalties or liabilities. Notwithstanding the indemnity that was promised by the Briceño administration, the miller is now seeking legal action. In speaking with the media on Tuesday, Prime Minister Briceño […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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Today, when pressed about the issue once again, amid the climate that A.S.R./B.S.I. and BELCOGEN are seeking half a million dollars in compensation via a lawsuit, PM Briceño explained the reason for the indemnity. He also believes that the matter can be settled without court action. Prime Minister John Briceño “At that time when […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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The Christian Workers Union says they are angry about the legal actions being taken by the Port of Belize Limited against the Union and its members. P.B.L. has filed a Supreme Court application seeking damages to the tune of one million dollars following the stevedore strike in January. The industrial action shut down the port […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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And, the C.W.U.’s president placed on record the union’s inability to go up against the Port of Belize in court. Hyde says his union simply does not have the resources to go the distance. Evan “Mose” Hyde, President, Christian Workers Union “The Union itself would like to state for the record that we are […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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The freedom to take industrial action is a legal right afforded to all laborers, providing that such protest is held without incident. According to Prime Minister John Briceño, while the waterfront workers did not forego their right to strike, they have agreed that no such action will be taken before the conclusion of a collective […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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Today, a Hol Chan Marine Station was officially inaugurated in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. It also came with the unveiling of a new logo for the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. A News Five crew was on the island today and files this report. Duane Moody, Reporting The Hol Chan Marine Reserve encompasses a large […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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Village Council Elections are quickly approaching and will likely be held in April of this year. According to Prime Minister John Briceño, new legislation is being passed to amend the act. He says this is to ensure that there’s no abuse in the voting process and that those who vote are registered to that particular […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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The Police are asking for help in identifying the body of a man found on Wednesday morning in an area behind the Belize Port Authority. The John Doe has a tattoo with the name “Desiree” on one arm. Police were called to the scene after a report made by a fisherman in the area and […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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It usually happens every ten years, but due to the pandemic, the Statistical Institute of Belize is preparing to launch the 2022 Census. Households across the country can expect to see S.I.B data collectors at their front doors in just a few months. For now, it’s all about the training. Diana Trejo, the Acting Director […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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The regulation banning single-use plastics will come into effect about a month from now. While the law zeroes in on those types of plastics that are used locally, there are more complex instances when the law will more difficult to apply. Minister of Sustainable Development, Orlando Habet, says that government will have to make amendments […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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The Minister of Sustainable Development, Orlando Habet, traveled to Panama recently to take part in a meeting of Central American Environment Ministers. It had to do with an agenda for the next few months as Panama takes over the leadership of that organization. Among the discussed topics was the establishment of a regional Meteorological Centre. […]
Written on February 24, 2022 | Posted in
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