The rice industry has been hit hard in the past three years. This year, growers in the south had to wait for months to finally be paid by the Belize Marketing and Development Corporation. In the south as well as in the north, silos are overflowing with the staple as sales dropped by as much […]
The trial of a man who was accused of killing his cousin ended today. Mark “Pele” Vernon was initially charged for the brutal murder of seventeen year old David Alexander Burgess. His charge was eventually dropped to manslaughter, but the court could not secure a conviction on that lesser charge, even though three witnesses had […]
Many Belizeans travel across the border for weekend shopping and also to break their routines. But before Belizeans can reach popular destinations such as Plaza De Las Americas and Calderitas, they usually wind up spending hours in a line at Subtiniente Lopez because Mexican immigration officials have instituted a go-slow. And if you didn’t know […]
A Security Guard at the Gomez Saw Mill in Bladen Village was fatally shot on Monday evening. While forty-one year old Selvin Ramclam was shot once on the head, it is not considered a case of murder. Today police report that they have formally arrested and charged Williams Ical, a laborer of the village who […]
Early last week, major changes were announced to the executive of the People’s United Party. The big news was that Deputy Party leaders Mark Espat and Cordel Hyde were put out. Tonight, there’s another change that appears imminent. The secretary general, Rachel Montejo is to be replaced by former Chief Elections Officer, Myrtle Palacio. Montejo […]
A number of activities are taking place this week to celebrate Disabilities Awareness Week. One of the key activities took place this morning at the Belize Elementary School auditorium where a group of special children converged. While they shared a similar disability, they all had the ability to spell. Bowen and Bowen partnered with the […]
Tourism is one of the top foreign exchange earners for Belize’s economy. This year the industry remained steady in overnight visitors but in cruise ship, the figures have been going down for a number of reasons including the protracted dispute months ago over tenders. Today, stakeholders sat down to discuss the current state of affairs […]
And since there wasn’t much bad news to report at today’s AGM, the focus was on the new marketing strategy… telling the story of Belize’s cultures and attractions through as many mediums as possible, drawing in prospective visitors from across the globe. But while they try to share the positives, Jim Scott says there’s one […]
The first launch of George Price: A Life Revealed, the Authorized Biography by attorney Godfrey Smith is taking place this evening at the Price Centre in Belmopan. Remarks are by the Financial Secretary, Joseph Waight, a nephew of the first prime minister who passed away in September. The former mayor of Belmopan Anthony Chanona will […]
Forty-five year old Bernard Bent, a senior employee of B.T.L., was charged with grievous harm and remanded to Hattieville Prison, after he was found guilty of beating up an acquaintance. He told the court that on February twentieth of this year, twenty-five year old Kendra Henkis attacked him and he retaliated, whilst under the influence […]
The first case of HIV was documented in 1986 and some twenty- five years later, millions of people are affected by this disease across the world. In an effort to raise awareness and support those living with HIV, December first, is observed as World AIDS Day. This provides an opportunity to fight prejudice against people […]
The Mexican Embassy earlier today launched an initiative targeting bright primary school students. The selected students are in for a special treat; they will get to spend a day across the border at two prestigious institutions that will expand their knowledge on astronomy and the Mayan culture. It’s an all expense paid trip just before […]
For most Belizeans, no meal is complete if it’s not topped with hot sauce and luckily, there are several local brands to choose from. But one has bragging rights for winning first place and taking the gold in the condiments category of the first annual Gourmet Products Awards. Hot Mama’s Pepper Sauce earned international recognition […]
This week is dedicated to Disability Awareness. Many Belizean children like others worldwide struggle with intellectual disabilities, that puts them at a disadvantage in regular classroom settings. The sooner you learn of the problem, the sooner you can work with affected children and ease their frustration. There are many issues to look out for and […]
