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Oscar Galindo pleads guilty to causing death in Ladyville crash that killed Denia Rowland

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:23:57 +0000

<p>By Breaking Belize News Staff: Oscar Alexander Galindo, 20, pleaded guilty in the High Court before Justice Derick Sylvester on Thursday to the lesser charge of causing death by careless conduct in connection with the fatal traffic accident that claimed the life of 19-year-old Denia Ashanti Rowland. Rowland, a Belizean call center agent of Lords [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/oscar-galindo-pleads-guilty-to-causing-death-in-ladyville-crash-that-killed-denia-rowland/">Oscar Galindo pleads guilty to causing death in Ladyville crash that killed Denia Rowland</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Marvin Cal almost has bail revoked in manslaughter case after reaching court 42 minutes late

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:13:56 +0000

<p>By Breaking Belize News Staff: Marvin Cal narrowly avoided losing his freedom on Thursday morning after arriving 42 minutes late for his High Court matter, prompting Justice Derick Sylvester to briefly revoke his bail. Cal, who was scheduled to appear at 8:30 a.m., entered the courtroom just as Justice Sylvester uttered the words “bail revoked.” [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/marvin-cal-almost-has-bail-revoked-in-manslaughter-case-after-reaching-court-42-minutes-late/">Marvin Cal almost has bail revoked in manslaughter case after reaching court 42 minutes late</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Man charged after motorcycle found without valid insurance

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:46:07 +0000

<p>By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): A routine mobile patrol in Douglas Village, Orange Walk early Friday morning led to the arrest and charge of a motorcyclist for insurance-related offences. At approximately 4:25 a.m., officers on patrol observed a man riding a black JIYO motorcycle without a helmet. The motorcycle, bearing license plate MC-7933, was [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/man-charged-after-motorcycle-found-without-valid-insurance/">Man charged after motorcycle found without valid insurance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Carmelita woman reports $1,380 home burglary

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:43:29 +0000

<p>By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): An investigation is underway following a burglary reported at a residence in Carmelita Village, Orange Walk District. A 20-year-old resident reported that she left her two-bedroom cement bungalow properly secured but returned early Tuesday morning to find signs of forced entry. The front door was open, windows and interior [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/carmelita-woman-reports-1380-home-burglary/">Carmelita woman reports $1,380 home burglary</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Man charged after cannabis found buried near home

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:40:42 +0000

<p>By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): A search warrant executed in San Jose Nuevo Palmar Village, Orange Walk District on Friday morning led to the discovery of suspected cannabis buried near a residence. The operation was carried out shortly after 6:00 a.m. at a home on Corozo Road. During the search, officers discovered four plastic [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/man-charged-after-cannabis-found-buried-near-home/">Man charged after cannabis found buried near home</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Orange Walk man detained after burglarizing mother’s bedroom

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:36:26 +0000

<p>By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): A burglary investigation is underway following a report made by a resident of San Felipe Village, Orange Walk District. The 53-year-old saleswoman reported that she secured her bedroom before leaving home on the morning of February 11th, 2026. Upon returning on the evening of February 12th, she discovered that [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/orange-walk-man-detained-after-burglarizing-mothers-bedroom/">Orange Walk man detained after burglarizing mother’s bedroom</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Man found dead inside Carmelita Village home

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:33:52 +0000

<p>By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): An investigation is underway following the sudden death of a 48-year-old man in Carmelita Village, Orange Walk District. The man was found unresponsive inside his bedroom on Friday, 13th February 2026. Reports were made shortly after 1:00 p.m., and police visited the residence where he lived with his 72-year-old [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/man-found-dead-inside-carmelita-village-home/">Man found dead inside Carmelita Village home</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

New dollar fee for package shipments to U.S.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:51:38 +0000

<p>By Aaron Humes: The Cabinet gave its approval for the Belize Postal Service to charge an additional one-dollar fee to customers who ship packages to the United States of America. This has become necessary because of an Executive Order signed by the President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, in July of 2025, [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/new-dollar-fee-for-package-shipments-to-u-s/">New dollar fee for package shipments to U.S.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Lighting up: Go-ahead given for Least Cost Rural Electrification Plan

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:31:18 +0000

<p>By Aaron Humes: Cabinet says it was apprised of and approved a project by the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy and Logistics, along with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), to implement the Least Cost Rural Electrification Plan designed to identify and prioritize cost-effective electrification in rural communities. This plan will include grid extension, renewable-based mini-grids, [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/lighting-up-go-ahead-given-for-least-cost-rural-electrification-plan/">Lighting up: Go-ahead given for Least Cost Rural Electrification Plan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Two more arrested in murder of Elroy Bainton

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:12:49 +0000

<p>By Aaron Humes: Police have announced the arrests of Izaiah Nigel Beeks and Camryn Lozano, who have been jointly charged with the murder of Elroy Bainton on January 25 in Ladyville. Beeks and Lozano join Caryl Rodas, who was arrested and charged last week. Bainton was shot and killed about 13 minutes after his friend [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/02/15/two-more-arrested-in-murder-of-elroy-bainton/">Two more arrested in murder of Elroy Bainton</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.</p>

Cabinet Approves Public Service Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy, Advances Rural Electrification Plan

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:19:16 +0000

Cabinet has approved a comprehensive Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy for the Public Service. The policy outlines who it applies to, clearly defines what constitutes workplace sexual harassment, and establishes a formal complaints and internal resolution process. It also details disciplinary measures and other enforcement considerations. Government says the measure strengthens the implementation of the Anti-Sexual Harassment [&#8230;]

Government moves to implement legal aid commission

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:19:00 +0000

This week’s Cabinet meeting also resulted in a series of policy decisions touching justice reform, public service protections, infrastructure development and environmental management. Among the most notable is Cabinet’s approval to bring the Legal Aid Act of 2023 into force in the upcoming fiscal year and formally establish a Legal Aid Commission. Government says the [&#8230;]

One Dollar Postal Surcharge Approved for Packages Shipped to United States

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:18:05 +0000

Another adjustment coming out of this week’s Cabinet meeting is an additional cost for postal services.&#160; The charge is one dollar charge to customers who ship packages to the United States.&#160; Last August, Postmaster General Dr. Marsha Price had warned that price changes were likely, especially following a temporary suspension of shipments to the United [&#8230;]

Government Halts New Extraction Permits for North Stann Creek River in 2026

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:17:21 +0000

Cabinet also addressed environmental concerns along the North Stann Creek River. It was decided that government will not issue new sand and gravel extraction permits for 2026 and has ordered a technical reassessment in the second quarter of the year to determine safe extraction limits.&#160; For years, the Southern Workers Union has lobbied for a [&#8230;]

Legal Community Raises Alarm Over Appointment of Foreign Magistrates

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:16:17 +0000

There is growing concern within Belize’s legal community following reports that six new magistrates have recently been appointed, the majority of whom are foreign nationals.  Love News understands that four of the newly appointed magistrates are from Trinidad and Tobago, while another is from Sri Lanka. The development has reportedly caused unease among local attorneys, [&#8230;]

Prime Minister Says Sharp Trade License Hikes May Be Premature

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:15:52 +0000

Prime Minister John Briceño is pushing back against reports of a substantial increase in trade license fees, particularly in Belmopan, saying the new trade license regime has not yet taken effect and sharp increases may be premature.&#160; Speaking to reporters, the Prime Minister noted that any major spike would only be possible if the original [&#8230;]

Corozal Town Council Engages Central Government in Annual Budget Consultations

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:14:48 +0000

The Corozal Town Council met on Wednesday with Director of Local Government Clifford King and officials from the Ministry of Local Government as part of the annual municipal budget consultation process.&#160; The exercise mirrors a similar meeting held last week in Belize City, where councillors reviewed financial performance, revenue collections and spending patterns ahead of [&#8230;]

Love FM Marks 33 Years of Broadcasting !

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:13:12 +0000

Belize’s privately-owned radio station, Love FM, is preparing to celebrate thirty-three years of broadcasting tomorrow, marking more than three decades of news, music and public service across the country.&#160; Founded in 1993 by broadcaster and entrepreneur Rene Villanueva Senior, the station began operations from a modest studio at number thirty-three Freetown Road in Belize City. [&#8230;]

Police Constable escapes gunshot injuries after assailant’s gun malfunctioned

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:11:35 +0000

Police Constable Joshua Guzman is fortunate to be unharmed following a tense confrontation with an armed suspect late last night in Belize City.  According to reports, a dark-skinned male person pointed a firearm at Guzman, pulled the trigger, but the weapon malfunctioned, and the assailant ran away.  Shortly after, however, he was captured by a [&#8230;]

BDF and Coast Guard Reaffirm Joint Operations After Leadership Change

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:10:07 +0000

The Belize Defence Force and the Belize Coast Guard are reaffirming their joint operational partnership following the recent change in leadership within both security institutions. Brigadier General Anthony Velasquez now commands the Belize Defence Force, while Rear Admiral Gregory Soberanis heads the Belize Coast Guard. The transition comes after the official swearing-in ceremony held on [&#8230;]

Guatemalan Authorities Seize Contraband Cigarette Shipment Believed Destined for Belize

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:09:08 +0000

Guatemalan authorities have intercepted a large shipment of contraband cigarettes believed to have been destined for Belize.  Reports from Melchor de Mencos indicate that police discovered the illicit cargo after the occupants of a vehicle fled upon noticing law enforcement presence in the border zone. The suspects abandoned the vehicle, leaving behind dozens of boxes [&#8230;]

Burrell Boom Man Granted Bail on Drug Charge, Detained in Robbery Probe

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:08:47 +0000

A Burrell Boom resident is on bail for a drug charge but remains in police custody as investigators probe his possible connection to a robbery reported in Sandhill earlier this week.  Twenty-seven-year-old barber Anthony Lloyd Reyes appeared before the Chief Magistrate on Thursday afternoon where he was read a single charge of possession of controlled [&#8230;]

Two Teenagers Detained After Police Recover Two Firearms in Belize City

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:07:53 +0000

Police in Belize City have detained two teenagers following the discovery of two firearms during an operation conducted by members of the Police Eagle Motorcycle Team.  Authorities say seventeen-year-old Triston Hernandez, a vendor of Flamboyant Street, was escorted back to an area from which he had reportedly fled so that searches could be carried out. [&#8230;]

Security Guard Shot, Two Firearms Stolen in Late Night Belize City Attack

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:07:37 +0000

Police in Belize City are investigating a late-night shooting that left a security guard injured and resulted in the theft of two firearms.  Reports are that shortly before 10 o’clock last night, authorities received information of shots fired in the Cleghorn Street area. Investigators responded and found 49-year-old security guard Justo Pineda suffering from gunshot [&#8230;]

Sarawee Family Receives New Home Under Government Housing Program

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:07:22 +0000

A family in Sarawee Village, Stann Creek District is tonight celebrating a new beginning after receiving the keys to a newly constructed home handed over yesterday.&#160; The initiative forms part of the Government’s ongoing housing assistance program aimed at improving living conditions for vulnerable Belizean families. Present for the official handing over were Minister of [&#8230;]

Government Announces Two Cent Drop in LPG Prices Nationwide

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:04:40 +0000

Consumers across Belize will see a small reduction in the cost of cooking gas, as the Government has implemented a two-cent decrease per gallon in Liquefied Petroleum Gas prices effective today.  According to the Supplies Control Unit within the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and New Growth Industries, the new controlled prices reflect sales by [&#8230;]

PM Monitoring Belizean Students in Cuba as Economic Crisis Deepens

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:14:07 +0000

Prime Minister John Briceño says the Government of Belize is closely monitoring the situation in Cuba, particularly the wellbeing of Belizean students currently pursuing studies on the island, as the country continues to face severe economic hardships.&#160; Prime Minister explained that authorities remain in constant communication with students and officials abroad. However, he acknowledged that [&#8230;]

PM Says Action Underway Over Alleged Customs Corruption at Santa Elena Border

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:13:26 +0000

Prime Minister John Briceño says the government is actively addressing allegations of longstanding corruption at the Santa Elena Border involving the payment of customs duties on imported vehicles.  Recent media reports suggest that for years a scheme operated between some customs officers, brokers and car dealers, where importers were charged a higher amount for duties [&#8230;]

PM Urges Swift Resolution as Former BTL Workers Await Payment

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:11:10 +0000

Prime Minister John Briceño says he supports the concerns raised by former Belize Telemedia Limited workers and is calling on the company’s board to move quickly to resolve the outstanding severance dispute.&#160; In an interview with the media yesterday, the Prime Minister said that while the government does not directly manage the day-to-day operations of [&#8230;]

BTL Workers Continue Protest Over Unpaid Severance Despite PM’s Remarks

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:08:44 +0000

Members of the Belize Communications Workers for Justice (BCWJ) continued their protest today outside the Belize Telemedia Limited headquarters on St. Thomas Street in Belize City, demanding payment of outstanding severance owed to former employees.&#160; The demonstration comes a day after Prime Minister John Briceño publicly indicated that BTL will ultimately have to find the [&#8230;]

Belize Scores 36 in 2025 Corruption Index, Ranks 104th Globally

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:07:13 +0000

Belize has once again been assessed on the international stage following the release of Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, a global report that measures how public sector corruption is viewed by experts and business leaders around the world.  The index ranks more than 180 countries on a scale from zero to one hundred, where [&#8230;]

Government to Use Corruption Index as Benchmark for Governance Reforms

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:06:05 +0000

Following the release of the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, the Ministry of Immigration, Governance and Labour says the report will be used as a reference tool while the government continues implementing its broader governance reform agenda.  In a statement issued yesterday, the Ministry noted that the index marks Belize’s return to the global ranking after [&#8230;]

New Poll Shows 56 Percent of Respondents Disapprove of PM’s Performance

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:05:41 +0000

Last night we told you about the results of a new opinion survey by political analyst Dr. Philip Castillo as it relates to Dangriga Area Representative Dr. Louis Zabaneh. Tonight, we look at what respondents had to say about Prime Minister John Briceño, how he reacted to the polls.&#160; According to the poll, just twenty-one-point [&#8230;]

Jasmine Hartin Acquitted of Assault and Drug Charges in Magistrate’s Court

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:04:03 +0000

Socialite Jasmine Hartin has been found not guilty of common assault and possession of a controlled drug at the conclusion of her criminal trial in the Magistrate’s Court. The verdict was delivered earlier this week, bringing an end to charges stemming from an incident in San Pedro. Hartin appeared virtually when the decision was handed [&#8230;]

BDF Launches Nationwide Recruitment Drive to Fill 150 Positions

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:03:35 +0000

The Belize Defence Force is currently carrying out a nationwide recruitment exercise as it looks to strengthen its ranks with new personnel.&#160; Military officials say the process has reached the examination phase, which will take place this weekend. The BDF is hoping to recruit approximately one hundred and fifty men and women who meet the [&#8230;]

Belize Prepares to Launch Unified National Country Brand

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:03:02 +0000

Belize is moving closer to unveiling a unified national identity as final preparations are underway for the launch of the Belize Country Brand.  In a release issued from Belmopan, the Belize Country Brand Committee, supported by the Country Brand Communications Coordination Unit, announced that the initiative is designed to strengthen how the country is presented [&#8230;]

Twenty Seven Families Receive Land Titles in Dangriga Ceremony

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:02:46 +0000

Several residents of the Stann Creek District are now official landowners after a special land title distribution ceremony held last night in the Dangriga area.&#160; A total of twenty-seven land titles were handed over to long-time occupants of the Airstrip area, a community where families have lived for years without formal ownership documents. The regularization [&#8230;]

Yemeri Grove Inaugurates New Independent Water System

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:01:41 +0000

Residents of Yemeri Grove in the Toledo District now have access to a fully independent water supply following the official inauguration of a new water system today by the Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development and Local Government in partnership with UNICEF.&#160; We join Senior Correspondent Paul Mahung for that story.

Belize City Man Fined for Stealing Lobster Tails from Workplace

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:00:21 +0000

A Belize City man has been fined in court after admitting he stole lobster tails from his workplace, telling the court he was desperate to find money to help cover his stepdaughter’s school expenses.  Twenty-three-year-old Byron Corliss Tillett appeared before the Chief Magistrate yesterday where he pleaded guilty to a single charge of theft. The [&#8230;]

High Court Orders Accused to Answer to Attempted Murder Charge

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:59:37 +0000

A Belize City man is back behind bars after the High Court ruled that there is enough evidence for him to answer to an attempted murder charge stemming from a 2020 shooting incident. Twenty-six-year-old Michael Gladden, also known as “Wannie,” is on trial for the attempted murder of thirty-three-year-old Karen Pinto. The incident occurred on [&#8230;]

Boat Captain Reports Losing Thousands in Alleged Land Sale Scam

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:59:19 +0000

Police are investigating a report of obtaining money transfer by deception after a Belize City boat captain says he lost thousands of dollars in what he believed was a legitimate land purchase.  Forty-four-year-old Juan Carlos Vasquez of Faber’s Road Extension reported to Precinct Two Crimes Investigation Branch that on April 8, 2025 he began communicating [&#8230;]

Housekeeper Reports $800 Burglary at Belize City Apartment

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:59:06 +0000

Police are investigating a burglary after a Belize City housekeeper discovered several household items missing from her apartment earlier this week.  Twenty-two-year-old Courtney Flores of Faber’s Road Extension reported to the Precinct Two Crimes Investigation Branch that she secured her apartment at the Bingo King Apartments around 8am last Monday.  When she returned shortly after [&#8230;]

Security Guard Reports Break In at Belize City Apartment

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:58:22 +0000

Police are investigating a burglary reported in Belize City yesterday morning in which a security guard returned home to find his apartment broken into and several personal items stolen.  Forty-four-year-old Naton Augustin, a Belizean security guard who resides at the corner of Iguana Street and Welch Street, told investigators he secured his apartment around nine [&#8230;]

Tourism Minister Meets Major Cruise Executives in Miami

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:58:09 +0000

Minister of Tourism, Youth, Sports and Diaspora Relations Anthony Mahler this week met with senior executives from some of the world’s largest cruise companies during high-level discussions held in Miami, Florida.  The meetings, which included representatives from Royal Caribbean Group, Carnival Cruise Line and the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association, focused on strengthening partnerships and expanding collaboration [&#8230;]

Belize Concludes Five Year Ocean Partnership with United Kingdom

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:57:43 +0000

Belize has marked the closing phase of a five-year international ocean programme aimed at protecting its seas and strengthening the country’s “blue economy”, the industries and livelihoods that depend on the ocean.  Government officials, scientists, youth representatives and international partners gathered in Belmopan last week for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme forum, a joint initiative [&#8230;]

Hydrological Service Director, Tenielle Hendy, Recognized for Regional Science Leadership

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:52:31 +0000

The Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management is recognizing Director of the Belize National Hydrological Service, Tenielle Hendy, following her participation in a regional webinar focused on women in science.  Hendy served as a panelist in the RA IV Focal Point on Gender Webinar Series titled “Women: Leading and Inspiring in [&#8230;]

DPP files appeal in the case against Attorney Oscar Selgado

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 04:02:59 +0000

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has taken steps to challenge a recent Court of Appeal ruling that overturned a conviction in a high-profile criminal case, confirming plans to take the matter to the Caribbean Court of Justice.&#160; In a filing to the CCJ, the DPP applied for special leave to appeal the [&#8230;]

BTL Board to Decide on Severance Claims Amid Ongoing Union Protest

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 04:01:53 +0000

Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) says its Board of Directors is expected to meet on or before February nineteenth, twenty-twenty-six, to make a final decision regarding severance claims owed to former employees, an issue that has triggered nearly two weeks of protest outside the company’s headquarters on St. Thomas Street in Belize City.  In a correspondence [&#8230;]

Police Seek Public Help After Hit and Run Injures Five in Belize City

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 04:01:42 +0000

Police are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying a vehicle involved in a weekend hit-and-run incident in Belize City that left five people injured. As Love News reported on Monday, the collision happened shortly after eight-twenty Saturday night at the corner of Euphrates Avenue and Cemetery Road, near a popular pupusa food stall. [&#8230;]

Belmopan Police Probe Assault on Child by Man Previously Declared Mentally Ill

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 04:00:01 +0000

Police in Belmopan are investigating a troubling incident that occurred yesterday in the Market Square area, where a child was assaulted by a man known to residents for aggressive behaviour within the city.&#160; A video circulating on social media shows the man, lingering near the entrance of a grocery store before suddenly delivering an uppercut [&#8230;]

New BDF Commander Launches Nationwide Tour to Boost Troop Morale and Assess BDF Readiness

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:59:35 +0000

The newly appointed Commander of the Belize Defence Force, Brigadier General Anthony Velasquez, has begun an extensive countrywide familiarization tour aimed at strengthening leadership presence among soldiers stationed in remote operational areas.&#160; This afternoon, the Commander was in the remote village of Cadenas when we spoke with him, as he continued his southern tour. Velasquez [&#8230;]

Defence Minister Visits Southern Border Zone to Assess Military Readiness

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:58:21 +0000

Minister of National Defence and Border Security Florencio Marin Junior conducted an official visit to Belize’s southern operational zone last Friday.&#160; The minister travelled to the Sarstoon area where he was accompanied by Commander of the Belize Defence Force Brigadier General Anthony Velasquez, Coast Guard Commandant Rear Admiral Gregory Soberanis, and the commanding officers of [&#8230;]

Belize City Mayor Disappointed After Ministry Rejects Salary Revision Proposal

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:54:46 +0000

Just a week prior to this week’s financial review of the Belize City Council, Mayor Bernard Wagner expressed disappointment after the Ministry of Local Government rejected the council’s request to revise salaries for members of the Belize City Council caucus.&#160; According to the mayor, the request was not new and had been formally submitted since [&#8230;]

Belize City Municipal Revenue Climbs Past $32 Million over Five Years

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:52:44 +0000

In related news, Belize City’s municipal income has grown steadily over the past five years, increasing from just over twenty-three million dollars in 2020 to more than thirty-two million dollars in the last financial year.&#160; The improvement of collections were highlighted this week during a budget consultation meeting between the Council and Director of Local [&#8230;]

Public Officers Attend Workshop to Strengthen Competition Enforcement and Fair Competition Laws

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:51:23 +0000

Senior public officers from across the government are participating in a capacity-building workshop this week aimed at improving Belize’s ability to regulate competition and strengthen fair trading practices.&#160; The training, hosted by the Directorate for Foreign Trade within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, is being conducted in collaboration with the CARICOM Competition [&#8230;]

New Poll Shows Mixed Approval for Dangriga Area Rep Louis Zabaneh

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:49:08 +0000

A newly released opinion survey conducted by political analyst Dr. Philip Castillo suggests that while Dangriga Area Representative Dr. Louis Zabaneh remains politically competitive, public support for him appears less solid than past election victories would indicate.&#160; The poll measured residents’ approval of Zabaneh’s performance across the Dangriga Constituency, which includes Dangriga Town along with [&#8230;]

San Jose Village Inaugurates Upgraded Water System to Improve Reliability

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:47:56 +0000

Residents of San Jose Village in the Toledo District stand to benefit from improved water reliability following today’s inauguration of an upgraded water system and expansion. The initiative forms part of the government’s ongoing commitment to the United Nation’s sustainable development goals which promise to have sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.&#160; Minister [&#8230;]

San Estevan Village Receives Expanded Water System in Rural Development Push

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:45:39 +0000

Residents of San Estevan Village in the Orange Walk District now have access to a more reliable water supply following the inauguration of an upgraded water system this week. The project forms part of the Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development and Local Government’s ongoing programme to expand infrastructure and improve living conditions in rural [&#8230;]

Government Highlights Rural Connectivity Efforts in Remote Graham Creek

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:43:12 +0000

Shal noted that the focus of the programme is on practical improvements that directly affect residents’ daily lives, particularly consistent water access and stronger community resilience. He said the San Estevan project represents the type of investment government intends to continue rolling out as part of a longer-term rural development strategy.&#160; The CEO also highlighted [&#8230;]

Attempted Murder Case Dropped After Complainant Fails to Appear in Court

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:42:32 +0000

Twenty-two-year-old Belize City resident Charleston Green will not stand trial for attempted murder after the prosecution discontinued the case on the day his High Court trial was set to begin before Justice Candace Nanton.  The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions entered a nolle prosequi, effectively ending the attempted murder proceedings, after the alleged [&#8230;]

Two Men Shot in Belize City, Police Investigate Attempted Murder

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:39:04 +0000

Police are investigating an attempted murder following a shooting Tuesday night at the corner of Berkley Street and West Canal in Belize City.  Shortly after 9:00 p.m., officers responded to reports of gunshots in the area. By the time police arrived, the injured men had already been transported to the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital for [&#8230;]

Burglars Ransack Carmelita Home, Steal Electronics Worth $1,200 Dollars

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:35:40 +0000

Orange Walk Police are investigating a burglary reported in Carmelita Village after residents returned home to find their house ransacked and several electronic items stolen.  Officers responded to a fenced green concrete residence on Spanish Town Street, where they spoke with 20-year-old Onisella Peralda, a tour guide, and her common-law partner 26-year-old Lisandro Torres, an [&#8230;]

Mexico Appoints New Ambassador to Belize in Regional Diplomatic Shift to Strengthen Ties

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:35:10 +0000

Mexico has named a new ambassador to Belize as part of a broader diplomatic reshuffle aimed at strengthening ties with Central American neighbours.  President Claudia Sheinbaum has appointed career diplomat Ana Luisa Vallejo as Mexico’s ambassador to Belize, while Luz Elena Baños will serve as ambassador to Guatemala. The appointments were announced by Mexico’s Ministry [&#8230;]

Jazz Concert Set for Bliss Center Ahead of Valentines Day

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:34:17 +0000

“A Night of Ballads and Blues” will be held tomorrow at the Bliss Center in Belize City by the “Loretto Pelayo Trio” alongside Josh Dunn, a guitarist and Katie Martucci, a singer, both from New York City, USA. The return of Loretto Pelayo highlights the growing culture of jazz music across the country and its [&#8230;]

150 rural homes get access to electricity

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:16:00 +0000

By Charles Gladden BELIZE CITY, Mon. Feb. 9, 2026 &#160;&#160; Five remote villages in Belize will be getting access to electricity, following the launch of the Rural Electrification Project, which was inaugurated at a ceremony on Thursday, February 5, in Indian Church Village, Orange Walk District. &#160;&#160; “Today, we are seeing one of the most [&#8230;]

Political Voices in Belize – Harold Young

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:15:00 +0000

By William Ysaguirre (Freelance Writer) BELIZE CITY, Mon. Feb. 9, 2026 &#160;&#160; Political Voices in Belize, an anthology of interviews of 12 political personalities in Belize’s evolution from colony to independent nationhood, compiled by political scientist Harold Young, is a must-read for any Belizean history student or historian. Young launched his new book at the [&#8230;]

BTL-SMART deal on hold

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:14:00 +0000

PM Briceño orders pause on controversial Speednet buyout BELMOPAN, Fri. Feb. 6, 2026 &#160;&#160; Under mounting public pressure, the Briceño Administration used today’s first working meeting of the House of Representatives for 2026 to announce that Prime Minister John Briceño had ordered a pause on discussions regarding Belize Telemedia Limited’s (BTL) proposed acquisition of Speednet [&#8230;]

San Pedro Artisans Market officially opened

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:13:00 +0000

By Charles Gladden SAN PEDRO TOWN, Fri. Feb. 6, 2026 &#160;&#160; On Thursday, February 5, the San Pedro Artisans Market officially opened its doors to the public, offering a safe space for local artisans and vendors to showcase their crafts in a modern facility on Nurse Shark Street. &#160;&#160; “These are the places where people [&#8230;]

Double murder in PG

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:12:00 +0000

By Charles Gladden PUNTA GORDA TOWN, Toledo District, Mon. Feb. 9, 2026 &#160;&#160; Two Punta Gorda men were gunned down on Friday, February 6, while socializing at a residence in Punta Gorda Town. &#160;&#160; Sometime after 8:00 p.m. that Friday, the two men, 24-year-old Luis Barillas and 43-year-old Derick Arnold, were socializing behind Barillas’ residence [&#8230;]

Belize flag featured at LX Super Bowl

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:11:00 +0000

By William Ysaguirre (Freelance Writer) BELIZE CITY, Mon. Feb. 9, 2026 &#160;&#160; The Belize flag took center stage at the 60th&#160;NFL Super Bowl when Bad Bunny’s halftime show&#160;honored all of&#160;Latin&#160;America,&#160;as&#160;his dance troupe&#160;carried&#160;in&#160;the flags of&#160;all the&#160;nations of the hemisphere for the finale of the show at&#160;Levi’s Stadium on Sunday night, February 8. &#160;&#160; Puerto Rican superstar [&#8230;]

Boom resident charged with murder

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:10:00 +0000

By Charles Gladden BELIZE CITY, Mon. Feb. 9, 2026 &#160;&#160; Caryl Paul Rodas, 21, a construction worker of Burrell Boom Village, Belize District, has been charged in connection with the death of 29-year-old Elroy Bainton of Ladyville, who was gunned down in late January. &#160;&#160; Bainton was the second murder victim who was killed minutes [&#8230;]

Fisherman killed in Griga

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:09:00 +0000

By Charles Gladden DANGRIGA, Stann Creek District, Mon. Feb. 9, 2026 &#160;&#160; Bernaldo Gorosica, 34, a fisherman of Dangriga Town, was gunned down on Friday, February 6.&#160; &#160;&#160; Gorosica, also known as “Sparrow,” was walking on South Riverside Street after 6:00 p.m., when he was met by his assailant, who was reportedly in a grey [&#8230;]

Belmopan residents concerned over increased fees and taxes

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:12:32 +0000

Several businesses in Belmopan are raising concerns tonight after receiving trade license bills for 2026 showing dramatic increases, some by as much as 700 percent. The hikes come despite a government announcement delaying the implementation of the new, higher-fee trade licensing regime. Area Representative Oscar Mira had previously told the media that he was working [&#8230;]

Former Mayor Says New Trade License Fees Not Yet in Effect, Reform Still Inevitable

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:10:41 +0000

With the complaints emerging from businesses in the capital following the rollout of a new trade license fee structure, former Belmopan Mayor Khalid Belisle reminded all businesses that the new fees have not come into effect yet.&#160; In his address via a UDP press conference this morning, Belisle noted the inevitability of the new trade [&#8230;]

Belmopan Businesses Question Garbage Fee Hikes, Mayor Clarifies Pending Increase

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:10:00 +0000

In addition to the controversial trade license fee increases, some businesses in Belmopan are now raising concerns about sharp hikes in garbage collection fees.&#160; Belmopan Mayor Pablo Cawich explained that the previous city council had already approved a one-dollar increase, moving the monthly garbage fee from five to six dollars. He added that the current [&#8230;]

Judge Orders Elmer Nah to Answer Murder Charges in Ramnarace Triple Killing Trial

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:08:46 +0000

The high-profile Ramnarace triple murder trial took a major turn today after Nigel Pilgrim, Justice of the Supreme Court, overruled a no-case submission filed on behalf of 40-year-old Elmer Nah, ordering him to answer three counts of murder.&#160; The ruling, delivered in under half a minute inside the High Court this morning, meant the trial [&#8230;]

Chamber of Commerce applauds pause on the proposed acquisition of Smart

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:06:45 +0000

The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is welcoming Government’s decision to pause the proposed acquisition of Speednet (SMART) by Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), saying the move allows for greater transparency and regulatory scrutiny. In a release issued today, the Chamber endorsed the call made in the House of Representatives by the Minister of [&#8230;]

Opposition Leader Renews Criticism of BTL-SMART Acquisition Despite Government Pause

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:05:47 +0000

The proposed acquisition of Speednet (SMART) by Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) returned to the political spotlight today after Leader of the Opposition Tracy Panton renewed criticism of the arrangement during a press conference lasting just over an hour and a half.&#160; Although the Government has already announced a pause on the proposed transaction pending further [&#8230;]

Belizean Woman in Texas Pleads Guilty to Assaulting U.S. Immigration Officer

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:03:25 +0000

A Belizean national living in the United States without legal status has admitted to assaulting a federal immigration officer during an attempted arrest in Texas.  U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei confirmed that 29-year-old Sindi Vanessa Moreno-Flores, who had been residing in Conroe, Texas, pleaded guilty following an incident that occurred on September 23, 2025, during [&#8230;]

UDP Presses Government on Unresolved Cross-Border Abduction of Joseph Budna

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:02:50 +0000

As we noted earlier, the United Democratic Party held a press conference this morning in which the party spoke of several matters of national interest.&#160; Aside from the ongoing acquisition gripes, the opposition also addressed the unsolved taking of Joseph Budna in August last year in Orange Walk Town.&#160; It has been close to six [&#8230;]

UDP Defends Boycott of House Sitting

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:01:59 +0000

During the hundred-minute briefing, party executives also defended their decision to boycott Friday’s sitting of the House of Representatives, despite the OSH Bill being on the agenda.&#160; UDP Senator Gabriel Zetina said the absence was deliberate and collectively agreed upon by the party. Gabriel Zetina, UDP Senator:  “There’s been many, a lot said actually, on [&#8230;]

Opposition gives conditional support to the OSH Bill

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:59:50 +0000

And while the UDP was not in the house to express their views on the Occupational Safety and Health Bill, today they have indicated conditional support for the piece of legislation.&#160; Senator Gabriel Zetina today clarified that while the party missed the initial debate, it agrees with the overall objective of strengthening workplace protections and [&#8230;]

Belize, Taiwan Sign Agreement to Boost Agro-Processing and Value-Added Agriculture

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:56:53 +0000

Belize is set to strengthen its agricultural value-added sector following the signing of an Implementation Arrangement for the Belize Agricultural Product Processing Innovation and Incubation Project.  The agreement was signed on Sunday by Ambassador Lily Hsu and Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and New Growth Industries Rodwell Ferguson. The initiative will support Belize in developing [&#8230;]

Belize Joins Regional IDB Talks, Set to Receive 10,000 Digital Skills Scholarships

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:55:40 +0000

Belize has taken part in the 39th Meeting of Governors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) for Central America, Panama, and the Dominican Republic, held in Panama as part of preparations for the 2026 IDB Annual Meetings. Belize was represented by Narda Garcia, Alternate Governor of Belize to the IDB and Chief Executive Officer in [&#8230;]

Suspect Charged in Punta Gorda Double Murder as Police Investigations Continue

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:54:30 +0000

Police have arrested and charged a suspect in connection with Saturday night’s double murder in Punta Gorda Town that claimed the lives of Luis Barillas and Derrick Arnold.  Authorities say 25-year-old Keron George Augustine, a Belizean barber of Seine Bight Village, Stann Creek District, was formally arrested on Monday, February 9 and charged with two [&#8230;]

Police Corporal Charged in Court Over Alleged Sharing of Intimate Images

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:53:03 +0000

A police corporal appeared in court today accused of sharing private intimate images of a woman on social media without her consent.  Forty-year-old Corporal Clifton Major Jr., attached to Precinct Three at the Queen Street Police Station, was arraigned shortly before midday on two counts of intentional transmission of private parts, a cyber-crime offense.  Police [&#8230;]

Two Men Remanded After Police Seize Over 11 Kilos of Suspected Cocaine in Corozal

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:52:26 +0000

Two residents of northern Belize are behind bars following a police operation that uncovered a large quantity of suspected cocaine.  Authorities report that yesterday morning at around 8:00 a.m., a special operations team executed a search warrant at a residence in Corozal Town. Present at the property were 37-year-old Camille Bodden, and 48-year-old tour guide [&#8230;]

Belize Hosts Regional Workshop to Strengthen Competition Law Framework

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:51:05 +0000

Belize has partnered with regional and international organizations to strengthen its legal framework for fair competition, hosting a three-day capacity-building workshop in Belmopan from February 10 to 12.&#160; The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade is collaborating with the CARICOM Competition Commission and the Commonwealth Secretariat to help develop Belize’s national competition law in [&#8230;]

Shyne Urges Belizean Creatives to Persevere During Appearance at Film Awards

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:45:38 +0000

Belize’s former Leader of the Opposition Moses “Shyne” Barrow has highlighted the importance of passion and perseverance in the creative arts following his appearance at the African American Film Critics Awards (AAFCA) in the United States.  In a statement issued today, Barrow said he had the opportunity to present the award for Best Documentary to [&#8230;]

UDP Chair Accuses Government of Political Victimization After Arrest of Brian Yellowman Audinett

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:41:54 +0000

The arrest of Brian “Yellowman” Audinett has sparked political debate after UDP Chairman Sheena Pitts accused the Government of using law enforcement as a tool for political victimization.&#160; Speaking publicly on the matter, Pitts rejected suggestions that Audinett was detained due to gang affiliation and said she personally disputes that characterization, noting she has known [&#8230;]

Unions forego tomorrow’s protest

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:14:18 +0000

The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) has withdrawn its application to stage a protest that had been planned for tomorrow, after determining it did not have sufficient backing from its membership to proceed. Love News confirmed the development with NTUCB President Ella Waight, who indicated that the umbrella union body decided to pause [&#8230;]

High Court reserves decision on the no-case submission for the Elmer Nah triple murder trial

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:13:51 +0000

The High Court has adjourned proceedings in the triple murder trial of Elmer Nah after the defense filed a formal no-case submission, leaving the presiding judge to determine whether the accused must present a defense. When the matter was called up today before Justice Nigel Pilgrim, there were no oral arguments from either side. Instead, [&#8230;]

Dangriga Police Investigating Fatal Scooter Crash on Old Mullins River Road

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:13:32 +0000

Police in Dangriga are investigating a fatal road traffic accident that claimed the life of a 28-year-old man on Sunday night.&#160; Around 10:42 p.m., officers responded to reports of a collision along the Old Mullins River Road. When police arrived at the scene, they observed a parked trailer on the right-hand side of the road [&#8230;]

Police Close in on Driver After Belize City Hit-and-Run Injures Five

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:12:21 +0000

Police say they are making significant progress in their investigation into a hit-and-run incident that left five people injured at a food stall in Belize City over the weekend.  The disturbing collision occurred Saturday night at around 8:20 p.m. at the corner of Euphrates Avenue and Cemetery Road, an area where a popular pupusa stand [&#8230;]

Two Men Shot Dead in Punta Gorda, Police Launch Double Murder Probe

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:12:02 +0000

Police in Punta Gorda are investigating a deadly shooting that claimed the lives of two men on Saturday night.&#160; Shortly after eight o’clock, officers responded to reports of gunfire on Queen Street. When police arrived at a residence on Queen Street, they found 24-year-old Luis Barillas lying face down in a yard in a pool [&#8230;]

Police Exploring Possible Link Between Punta Gorda Murders and Missing Canadian

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:09:19 +0000

While Police are exploring multiple leads in the double murder in Punta Gorda, one linkage that they are reportedly looking at has to do with the missing Canadian national, Alfred Pleil.&#160; ASP Stacy Smith would not give much context, but here is how she spoke on this matter. Stacy Smith, Assistant Superintendent of Police: “As [&#8230;]

Fisherman Killed in Dangriga Shooting, Police Investigating

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:07:40 +0000

Police in Dangriga are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a thirty-four-year-old fisherman on Friday evening.&#160; Reports indicate that around 6:12 p.m. on Friday, authorities responded to reports of gunfire along South Riverside Street in Dangriga Town, Stann Creek District. Upon arrival, officers discovered the motionless body of a dark-skinned male later [&#8230;]

Woman Hospitalized After Early-Morning Shooting in Mahogany Heights

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:06:15 +0000

Police are investigating a shooting incident in Mahogany Heights that left one woman hospitalized.  Authorities say that around two thirty this morning, police received information of shots fired in the community. Officers responded to a residence identified as house number four, where they observed a peach-coloured wooden bungalow with what appeared to be multiple bullet [&#8230;]

Belize Tourism Board Honors New Culinary Certification Graduates

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:05:57 +0000

The Belize Tourism Board today hosted its Culinary Certification Ceremony, honoring a new group of graduates who successfully completed an intensive five-month training program designed to elevate culinary standards within Belize’s tourism sector.&#160; Participants earned an internationally recognized certification from the American Culinary Federation, marking a significant milestone for professional culinary development in the country. [&#8230;]

San Estevan Water System Expansion Boosts Reliability for Residents

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:04:20 +0000

Residents of San Estevan Village in the Orange Walk District are expected to benefit from improved water reliability following today’s handover of water system expansion materials and power equipment by the Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development and Local Government.&#160; The initiative forms part of the government’s ongoing rural infrastructure program aimed at strengthening basic [&#8230;]

Sugar Association Welcomes Belize–Guyana Cooperation Agreements

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:03:27 +0000

The Sugar Association of the Caribbean (SAC) is welcoming the strengthening of ties between Belize and the Co-operative Republic of Guyana after the two countries signed several Memoranda of Understanding during the recent three-day state visit of President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, which concluded on February 3.  According to the association, the agreements reaffirm the [&#8230;]

Belize’s Chief Elections Officer in Barbados on an observer mission

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:03:00 +0000

A three-member CARICOM Election Observation Mission has arrived in Barbados to monitor that country’s General Election scheduled for February 11.&#160; The mission is being led by Chief of Mission Ian S. Hughes of Antigua and Barbuda, and includes Belize’s Chief Elections Officer Josephine Tamai, who is serving as Deputy Chief of Mission. The team was [&#8230;]

Rosaura Chan Elected New NAVCO President

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:02:23 +0000

The National Association of Village Councils (NAVCO) has a new president following elections held during its Annual General Meeting on Saturday at the Civic Center in Belmopan.&#160; Delegates from the six district associations of village councils cast a total of 60 votes, electing Rosaura Chan, Chairlady of San Estevan Village, to lead the organization for [&#8230;]

FCD Wins UK-Belize Climate and Nature Legacy Award for Cross-Border Forest Fire Collaboration

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:01:45 +0000

Friends for Conservation and Development (FCD) has received the Cross Border Collaboration Excellence Award at the UK-Belize Climate and Nature Legacy Awards held last week. The event was funded by the United Kingdom’s Climate and Nature Diplomacy Fund and organized through the British High Commission in Belize. Projects were nominated by technical teams and independently [&#8230;]

Albert Vaughan Appointed New President of NICH

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:00:57 +0000

The National Institute of Culture and History, NICH, has announced the appointment of Albert Vaughan as the organization’s new President.  In a brief statement, the institute says Vaughan brings extensive experience in leadership, cultural advocacy, and public service, and his appointment signals a renewed commitment to strengthening the management, promotion, and safeguarding of Belize’s cultural [&#8230;]

High Court Rejects Guilty Plea in Belize City Rape Case

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:00:38 +0000

A 52-year-old Belize City man indicted for rape was not allowed to proceed with a guilty plea after the High Court ruled that he must first obtain legal representation.  Cecil Gilbert Franklin, also known as “GI Joe,” appeared before Justice Candace Nanton on Friday where he was formally charged with one count of rape. During [&#8230;]

Armed Robbery Reported in Ladyville, Police Search for Suspects

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:00:18 +0000

Police are investigating a late-afternoon armed robbery that occurred on Saturday in the Lake Garden Community along the Old Northern Highway in Ladyville.  According to police, around 5:34 p.m. officers responded to reports of a robbery at a residence located at Mile 10½. Upon arrival, investigators spoke with 59-year-old food vendor Frederick Usher, who reported [&#8230;]

Belize Flag Appears on Global Stage During Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:47:44 +0000

Belize had an unexpected but proud moment on one of the world’s biggest stages last night, the Super Bowl halftime show.&#160; Global superstar Bad Bunny turned the performance into a celebration of cultures across the Americas.&#160; The gesture carried powerful meaning, but for Belizeans, seeing the national colours displayed on the global stage became a [&#8230;]

Belizean Rapper Shyne to Headline New York Show Marking 25th Anniversary of his Debut Album

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:46:08 +0000

Belizean-born rapper and former Opposition Leader Moses “Shyne” Barrow is set to make a major return to the international stage this year, headlining a special anniversary performance in New York. According to an official release, the Grammy-winning artist will perform at the historic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn on Saturday, May 2, at 9:00 p.m. Eastern [&#8230;]

James Bus Line Drivers Complete Defensive Driving Training

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:45:08 +0000

Drivers employed by the James Bus Line successfully completed a defensive driving training programme designed to enhance road safety, passenger protection, and professional standards within the public transportation sector. The training focused on practical, real-world techniques including hazard perception, risk anticipation, sound decision-making, and maintaining professionalism under difficult driving conditions. Organizers say the sessions were [&#8230;]

Minister Michel Chebat announces a pause in the Smart Acquisition

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:47:41 +0000

Minister of Public Utilities Michel Chebat today announced a pause in public discourse surrounding the proposed acquisition of Speednet (SMART) by Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), emphasizing that the matter must first undergo regulatory scrutiny.&#160; Chebat explained that any acquisition of this magnitude must be formally reviewed by the Public Utilities Commission before it can proceed, [&#8230;]

PM Briceño says PUC Should Step In After BTL Pauses SMART Acquisition

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:47:22 +0000

Prime Minister John Briceño says it is time for the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to step in and provide clarity after Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) announced a pause on its proposed acquisition of Speednet Communications Limited (SMART).&#160; The government says the decision to temporarily halt the transaction should allow regulators to address growing public concern [&#8230;]

OSH Bill Advances as Government Moves to Modernize Workplace Safety

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:46:21 +0000

Minister of Rural Transformation Oscar Requena today led debate in the House of Representatives on the second reading of the Occupational Safety and Health Bill, 2025, doing so on behalf of Minister of Labour Kareem Musa.&#160; The proposed legislation aims to modernize Belize’s workplace safety framework by establishing a National Occupational Safety and Health Advisory [&#8230;]

Government Slams Opposition Absence During OSH Bill Debate

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:44:57 +0000

Members of the government side have condemned the absence of members of the Opposition United Democratic Party during debate on the Occupational Safety and Health Bill in the House of Representatives.&#160; Ministers Kevin Bernard, Dolores Balderamos Garcia and Henry Usher expressed concern that the lack of participation came at a time when legislators were discussing [&#8230;]

Prime Minister Briceño Introduces National Health Insurance Authority Bill

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:43:33 +0000

Prime Minister John Briceño today introduced the National Health Insurance Authority Bill, 2026 during this morning’s sitting of the House of Representatives, describing the measure as a major step toward universal healthcare coverage in Belize.&#160; The proposed legislation seeks to remove the National Health Insurance (NHI) provisions currently contained within the Social Security Act and [&#8230;]

Bill Targets Uninsured Drivers With Expanded Enforcement Powers

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:38:33 +0000

Minister of Transport Louis Zabaneh today carried the first reading of the Motor Vehicles Insurance (Third Party Risks) (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the House of Representatives, proposing tougher enforcement measures against uninsured drivers.&#160; The amendment seeks to update the Motor Vehicle Insurance (Third Party Risks) Act to allow traffic wardens and transport officers to require [&#8230;]

CARICOM Free Movement Bill Tabled in House

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:37:04 +0000

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Francis Fonseca today introduced the Caribbean Community (Free Movement and Contingent Rights) Bill, 2026 in the House of Representatives, noting that since the initiative began, only two persons are currently residing in Belize on an indefinite stay while 83 individuals have entered and exited the country under the [&#8230;]

Salient Group LLP is seeking a qualified and experienced Shift Supervisor

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:19:43 +0000

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Prime Corner Lot for Sale – North Caye Caulker, Belize

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:10:36 +0000

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2019 Ford Escape SE

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:49:55 +0000

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Where Can Online Casinos Go Next?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:40:32 +0000

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Skill-Based Casino Games: Do They Really Level the Playing Field

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:29:17 +0000

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A Beginner’s Guide To Choosing A US Sports Online Betting Platform

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 23:10:04 +0000

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Why Multiplayer Features Are Transforming the Casino Experience

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:40:14 +0000

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In-Play Bet Types Made Simple: How Mobile Apps Let You Choose Mid-Match Options

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 15:14:50 +0000

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Blurring the Line Between Gaming and Athletic Competition

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 06:30:04 +0000

<p>Technology has significantly changed the different kinds of competition available to the general public. While traditional sports like basketball, football, or hockey still enjoys a growing fanbase with their unmatched brand of excitement, a significant contingent of equally passionate people who support esports are also making sure that their voices are heard. As both industries [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/blurring-the-line-between-gaming-and-athletic-competition/">Blurring the Line Between Gaming and Athletic Competition</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>

Keeping Homes Clutter-Free with Efficient Rubbish Removal

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 03:54:55 +0000

<p>Struggling with clutter piling up in your home? You&#8217;re not alone. A cluttered space can stress you out and reduce productivity, but efficient rubbish removal offers a practical solution to reclaim your space. Imagine a home free of unwanted items, where everything has its place. With professional help, you can achieve this effortlessly. For quick [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/keeping-homes-clutter-free-with-efficient-rubbish-removal/">Keeping Homes Clutter-Free with Efficient Rubbish Removal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>