Today one of Belize’s best loved entertainers got a chance to show off some of his favorite up and coming young stars at the launch of a children’s music video. While the song is catchy and the kids have a good time, there is a serious message behind the fun. UNICEF is hoping that kids […]
But while the rights of children were being promoted today in Belize City, in Punta Gorda police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the disappearance and death of a five year old boy on Tuesday night. At this time they are treating the case as a homicide and have detained a man for questioning. The child’s […]
While police in Punta Gorda investigate the death of a child, a family in Santa Elena, Cayo is hoping their little girl is still alive. J. Alexander Strohl told news five today that he and his wife have been looking for their ten-year old daughter since October when her grandmother failed to bring her back […]
In an effort to allay fears about the Y2K computer bug and its possible effects on Belize this January 1st, the National Y2K Council of Belize has embarked on a public awareness campaign. Today they met at the Radisson Fort George to tell the public what steps have been taken to make Belize Y2K compliant. […]
Belize Electricity Limited has released the findings of a General Electric International Power systems study to determine the most favorable electricity generation option to meet Belize’s growing energy needs. The study recommends that BEL pursue the hydro expansion at Chalillo with the construction of the dam and powerhouse upstream of the Mollejon. With Belize’s energy […]
The US Embassy in Belize today announced the annual sugar quota for Belize. Its down from last year, but the Embassy says thirty-eight other countries which enjoy the preferential prices under the quota system all got a slight reduction, except Mexico which has a fixed amount due to the North American Free Trade Agreement. No […]
Today students at the University College of Belize took a little time off from class to join in the Garifuna Settlement Day Celebrations, The students held a cultural day to learn more about the Garifuna language, food and clothing. The activity was planned by UCB’s Southern Students Association. Gertrude Joseph “Is to bring the Garifuna […]
The Belize National Football Selection got a boost today from the private sector with a cash donation from PEBCO Belize Limited. The company handed over fifteen thousand dollars today to support the team they say has worked hard to promote the sport and has made a positive impact on the lives of young Belizeans. PEBCO […]
