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Saint Agnes Anglican School in La Democracia serves the Mahogany Heights and La Democracia communities and is one of six rural primary schools taking part in a storytelling competition organized by the Wildlife Conservation Society. The purpose of this event is to highlight negative practices that are detrimental to the environment and corrective measures that […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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Preserving Cultural Heritage in the Caribbean is a multifaceted challenge that intertwines the rich tapestry of history, identity, and climate resilience. In the face of climate change, the Caribbean nations of Trinidad and Tobago, the British Virgin Islands, and Dominica have embarked on resilient initiatives to safeguard their cultural heritage sites. In this article, we’ll […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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The shocking death of four-year-old Ayana Bennett, who was placed by the state in the foster care of Mennonite couple, Marvin and Lena Plett, in Spanish Lookout, has moved many to lash out against the Pletts. But many have also questioned the soundness of the system that put her there. The little girl was taken […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Reacting to the killing of four-year-old Ayana Bennett was Prime Minister John Briceño. He says he is urging investigators, including the Director of Public Prosecutions, to exercise the full extent of the law. As we reported, Ayana’s foster parents, Marvin and Lena Plett, have been charged with manslaughter. Investigators believe that they unintentionally killed Ayana. […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The tragic passing of four-year-old Ayana Bennett has sent shockwaves across the country, evoking collective mourning and outrage. As citizens grapple with grief surrounding the loss of such a young and innocent life, Minister of Home Affairs Kareem Musa addressed the concerning circumstances surrounding Ayana’s death. Minister Musa also underlined the need for a thorough […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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In a powerful display of solidarity, supporters of Palestine today gathered in Belize City for the Free Palestine March, where the Palestinian flag flew alongside the Belizean flag. Led by prominent figures such as Belize’s former Foreign Affairs Ministers Assad Shoman and Godfrey Smith, the march aimed to advocate for peace in Palestine. Amidst the […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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As we have reported, the Government of Belize has cut diplomatic ties with Israel, calling for a total ceasefire. Today, Prime Minister John Briceño emphasized the importance of differentiating between the actions of the Israeli government and the sentiments of its people. He reiterated Belize’s condemnation of the Israeli government’s bombardment of Gaza, while firmly […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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And, while Prime Minister John Briceño condemns Hamas for the October seventh attack, former Foreign Affairs Minister, Assad Shoman, does not. In an interview with News Five today, Shoman refrains from condemning Hamas outright, asserting a distinction between condemning the organization and condemning specific actions. Hipolito Novelo “Do you condemn Hamas?” Assad Shoman, […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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On November thirteenth, the U.S. Department of State issued a Level Two travel advisory for Belize, urging travelers to exercise heightened caution due to a notable prevalence of crime. The department attributes a substantial portion of these crimes to gang activities and has elevated the alert level for Belize City to Level Three. Last week, […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The U.S. Department’s travel advisory came days after Belize sent a protest note, dated November eighth, to the Embassy of Israel in Mexico. That protest note stated that Belize, as a principled and law-abiding member state of the international community, cannot sanction a return to an antiquated era when unimaginable hostilities were committed against civilians […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The People’s United Party is once again challenging Opposition Leader, Moses “Shyne” Barrow’s voter’s registration. If found guilty of an offense related to elections, any elected official would be forced to resign. Back in August, the P.U.P. contended that Barrow is registered at number eighty King Street, a location they claimed that he does not […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Earlier today, the media asked Prime Minister John Briceño for a reaction to the matter involving Moses Barrow that is before the Chief Magistrate. PM Briceño told reporters that when it comes to where Barrow resides, everyone knows the address. Prime Minister John Briceño “Everybody knows where he lives. Everybody knows that he lives […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Today, we also got the feedback on the P.U.P. objectors’ case against the Opposition Leader from Chairman Henry Charles Usher, who said that anyone who comes into question must face the legal system. In this case, Usher said that if Barrow has changed his address on paper only, then that will be determined by the […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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In tonight’s episode of Bringing Energy to Life, News Five joins a team of technicians as they venture into a marshy area along the George Price Highway where inspections are being done to determine the state of its power poles. We also learn more about energy transmission. Here’s News Five’s Isani Cayetano with that story. […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Earlier today, the Belize Sugar Industries Limited provided an update on a proposed commercial agreement that has been presented to the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association. In a media briefing this afternoon, B.S.I.’s Finance Director, Shawn Chavarria spoke on the latest developments in the sugar industry. Shawn Chavarria, Finance Director, B.S.I. “Last week, we […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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But while the month-long activities are important to help people detect corruption, it is also important to detect it within the public service, which is where a lot of the criticism has come. The minister said that public officers have also begun to receive training in good governance. Henry Charles Usher, Minister of Public […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The Belize Government Lotteries Limited (BGLL) signed contracts with the newly selected sales distributors of Boledo on Tuesday. The signing took place during a closed event at the George Price Center for Peace and Development in Belmopan, where agreements were formalized with Nando’s Wholesale Limited and MGM Entertainment Limited. According to a statement, the new […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Going back to the issue of anti-corruption, Minister Usher said that in order for Belize to adapt the conventions to which we have signed onto, including the UN Convention against Corruption, UNCAC, legislation has to be enacted. But he said that we are on schedule with introducing those laws. Henry Charles Usher, Minister of […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Residents of Succotz took to the George Price Highway on Monday night where a bonfire was lit following the cutting down of a Monkey Apple Tree over the extended weekend. The iconic Succotz Tree was said to be two hundred and fifty years old and was a landmark in that western community and was mistakenly […]
Written on November 21, 2023 | Posted in
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News Five spoke with B.E.L.’s general manager, Dawn Sampson-Nunez following the meeting today and she expressed regret on the part of the company in the wake of the incident. She also says that B.E.L. will be meeting with residents of Succotz in the days ahead to see how all parties can work together going forward. […]
Written on November 21, 2023 | Posted in
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A post mortem conducted today confirmed that four-year-old Ayanna Bennett was beaten to death. Ayanna was given up for foster care and had been living in Spanish Lookout with her foster family since September seventh. The little girl died on Friday morning. Suspicion quickly grew as injuries were seen on the little girl’s body. The […]
Written on November 21, 2023 | Posted in
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A man who was socializing not far from his home was shot dead just as he left to go home for his bicycle on Friday night. Gregory Johnson, described as someone who was not a saint, but who tried to help anyone in need, was with friends socializing and had only left them with the […]
Written on November 21, 2023 | Posted in
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A man was shot on Antelope Street Extension in Belize City on the Garifuna Settlement Day holiday on Monday. Police say that while they have been following leads, they have no suspects as yet for the attack, and the wounded man is in stable condition. A.C.P Hilberto Romero told reporters today that police are conducting […]
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Late last week, two prisoners escaped from authorities while being transported back to the Kolbe Foundation after appearing in court. The two prisoners managed to pick their handcuffs and opened the door to the van and jumped out just as the van was crossing over the speed bump in Cotton Tree Village. Today, A.C.P Hilberto […]
Written on November 21, 2023 | Posted in
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Garifuna Settlement Day was celebrated on Sunday and if you were in Dangriga over the long weekend, you would have seen how massive the celebrations were this year. The yearly celebrations attracted an estimated ten thousand people both from Belize and abroad who enjoyed the music, food and the reenactment of the arrival of the […]
Written on November 21, 2023 | Posted in
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