In recent weeks, the town of Dangriga has witnessed a spree of violent crime that has frustrated authorities and struck fear in the hearts of citizens. But tonight police believe that the wave of terror experienced in Dangriga was the work of one man…and he is now behind bars. Glenn Augustine was arrested on Saturday […]
He might have been removed from his official post as a justice of the Supreme Court months ago, but today George Meerabux is still making headlines. This morning, News 5 received a tip from a reliable source indicating that not only is Meerabux still driving around in a Government vehicle, he’s also continuing to collect […]
The number of unsatisfied BTL customers seems to be rising as fast as local telephone rates. This morning, organisers of a protest against the telecommunications giant dominated the radio waves as they petitioned for public support. Representatives of the Belize National Teachers’ Union and the Public Service Union say they are totally against the price […]
Prime Minister Said Musa and a business delegation are completing an official visit to El Salvador. Today, Musa met with Salvadoran President Francisco Flores and the two leaders signed a memorandum of understanding to create a bi-national commission, as well as an agreement for the promotion and protection of investments. In his speech of welcome, […]
Citizens who have spotted strange aircraft flying over various parts of Belize are asked not to be alarmed. What appears to be an invasion is in fact an emergency evacuation exercise being conducted by none other than the U.S. Army. According to a government press release, the Ministry of Defence has approved the exercises being […]
When it comes to Christmas cheer, it’s hard to go wrong with a well chosen bottle. Ann-Marie surveyed a few of the local distilleries and files the following report. Ann-Marie Williams, Reporting Whether it’s wines, liquors, or the famous One Barrel Rum, Belizeans have been supporting the biggest name in liquors for almost half a […]
Live theatre is back in Belize and the much-needed break from TV movies is a most welcome development. The latest offering on the Bliss Institute stage is entitled “Feminine Justice”. News 5’s Janelle Chanona has more. Janelle Chanona, Reporting Domestic abuse, be it by a man or a woman, is no stranger to the Belizean […]
