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Seasoned Attorney Weighs In on Controversial Definitive Agreement in Belize

The Definitive Agreement is one that will survive multiple news cycles due to the extreme
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Tragic Drowning of Minor in Blue Creek Village Raises Questions

Over the weekend, a minor drowned while swimming in Blue Creek Village. Around four o’clock,
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Woman Stabbed Multiple Times by Common-Law Husband in Sandhill Village

A woman of Sandhill Village, Belize District is recovering from multiple stab wounds she suffered,
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Portico Enterprises Denounces Leader of the Opposition’s Comments

Portico Enterprises Limited has issued a press release that has, in essence, called out the
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Investigation into Portico Agreement Launched says Minister of Home Affairs

Minister of Home Affairs, Kareem Musa, is the first from the Briceno Administration who has
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Minister Musa Denies Involvement in Cabinet Paper Leak, Prime Minister

As it relates to the leak of the Cabinet Paper, Musa has denied any involvement
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Offshore Oil Rig “Frida 1” Leaves Belizean Waters After Brief

After being in Belize’s waters for a little over twenty-four hours, MV “Frida 1”, an
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Belize Police Issue Warning to Gun Dealers and License Holders

The Belize Police Department is sending a stern warning to gun dealers and gun license
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Belize Gears Up for Hurricane Season, Fourteen Storms Predicted

Fourteen named storms – that is what is predicted for this hurricane season. Today, June
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Controversial Belize Government Agreement Sparks Public Outcry and Questions

Six days later, and answers regarding the Definitive Agreement between the Government of Belize and
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Minister of Tourism Anthony Mahler Condemns Leaked Cabinet Paper

When it comes to the leaked Cabinet Paper, Minister Anthony Mahler says he shares the
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Concerns Rise as Drilling Rig Appears Near Belize’s Hol Chan

A drilling rig in Belize’s waters has raised concerns among residents in San Pedro Town
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Sugar Cane Farmers Associations Oppose Government’s Proposed Changes to Industry

Tonight, two of the three largest sugar cane farmers’ associations are speaking out against government’s
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Belize’s Cacao Industry Expands with Export Shipment to the United

Another shipment of cacao is being exported to the United States. We join Toledo Correspondent,
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Port of Belize Calls for Ombudsman Investigation into Definitive Agreement

Tonight, the Port of Belize Limited (PBL) is calling on the office of the Ombudsman
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Leader of Opposition Demands Probe into Finance Minister and State

With a criminal investigation up in the air for Erwin Contreras, at least for now,
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Illegal Airstrip Destroyed in Southern Belize

An operation to destroy an illegal airstrip was done in the eep South earlier today
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Men Under Investigation for Alleged Rape of Mentally Challenged Woman

Three Belize City men are under the Belize Police Department’s magnifying glass for allegedly raping
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Police Commissioner Addresses Increase in Missing Girls Cases

In recent weeks, there has been an uptick in cases of young girls being reported
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Convicted Cop Killer Escapes Jail Time, Fined $75,000 in Manslaughter

Convicted cop killer, Jasmine Hartin, has escaped jail time after being slapped with a $75,000
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No jail time for Jasmine

Justice Sandcroft handed down a $75,000 fine and for Hartin to serve 300 hours of
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Jaelynn Crawford: a testament of hard work and dedication

Its graduation season, and young Belizeans countrywide are preparing for the next step in their
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Opposition Leader says moves being made within the PUP to

Last week saw a Cabinet Paper leaked into the public domain pertaining to the Definitive
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Opposition calls definitive agreement abhorrent, condemns the document

As it relates to the actual Definitive Agreement, Opposition Leader Shyne Barrow, has referred to
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Fate of Erwin Contreras Uncertain Amidst Portico Agreement Controversy

One question that remains unanswered surrounds the fate of Erwin Contreras.  Can he face criminal
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High Court Justice Geneviève Chabot Delivers Landmark Ruling on Port

Geneviève Chabot, Justice of the High Court, issued a significant ruling today that may or
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Murder in Georgeville Leaves The Peaceful Community Disrupted

A woman was killed on Saturday inside her business establishment in the Progresso Village, Cayo
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Police narrow down suspect list in Imari Galvez murder case

It has been 13 days since Imari Galvez was strangled to death out west.  Police
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Who is Protecting Our Women ?

On the heels of the Moralez murder this weekend, the United Democratic Party issued a
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PM Briceno gives his take on Port of Magical Definitive

Prime Minister Briceno landed at the Philip Goldson International Airport this morning just before eleven
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New Contractor General Sworn In

A new Contractor General was sworn into office today in Belmopan.  38-year-old, Maria Arthurs now
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Belize is Malaria Free

There is good news coming out of the health sector today as the country is
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Belize Aims for Dual Certification: Elimination of HIV and Syphilis

A malaria-free status is not the only recognition Belize can look forward to.  There is
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Zero Child Deaths in Hospitals for Over a Year, Reports

There is another milestone that Belize’s health sector is looking at, and that is noted
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GOB and partners launch the National Gender Equality Index Survey

Belize is not well-known for having comprehensive statistics or data.  As a matter of fact,
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Minister Balderamos Garcia chastises 7 News on sensationalism and irresponsible

Tonight, the Minister of Human Development, Dolores Balderamos-Garcia, is asking Channel 7’s News Director, Jules
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Minor falls out of city bus

A student of James Garbutt Seventh Day Adventist School is hospitalized after falling out of
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Kareem Martinez sentenced to 18 years in prison

Former cop, Kareem Martinez was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the shooting death
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Thousands of Belizeans are now first-time landowners

Thousands of Belizeans nationwide are now first-time land owners due to the government’s initiative to
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Belize’s Minister of Health Represents CARICOM at World Health Organization

Whilst in Geneva, Switzerland, Minister Kevin Bernard is playing a dual road.  He is not
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Father of slain teen still searching for answers

It’s been one year and nine months since 15-year-old, Cassman Gill was shot a stone’s
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Cecil Gill offers two thousand dollars for information leading to

In his quest for closure, Cecil Gill is now offering a reward of two thousand
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Where is God During This Mischief

One week ago, we brought you interviews with the Minister of Public Service, Constitutional and
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The BCGA says Belize’s Citrus Industry is alive and kicking

Yesterday we told you of the press release sent out by the Citrus Growers Association,
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Belize’s Citrus Industry is Growing says Citrus Growers Association

Belize’s Citrus Industry is growing – that is the message that the Citrus Growers Association
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Tertiary Institutions in Belize to Implement Competency-Based System

Tertiary level institutions, in the near future, will be implementing the competency-based system which has
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Minister Open to Commission of Inquiry into Sugar Industry

Minister of Agriculture, Abelardo Mai, has stated that he is open to the option of
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Belize Sugarcane Farmers Association Briefed on New Regulations

And while BSI/ASR is simmering over their legal options, members and stakeholders of the Belize
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Government of Belize Launches Climate Resilient Agriculture Project

The Government of Belize is working with local farmers to strengthen the Agricultural Industry’s resiliency
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Christian Workers Union Elects New President

The Christian Workers Union (CWU) has a new president, and her name is Leonora Flowers.
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Imarie Galves was Strangled

Tonight, there are shocking new developments in the murder investigation of 19-year-old, Imarie Galvez. The
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Minister Musa extends his condolence to the Galvez Family

Condolences to the family of Imarie Galvez, who was brutally murdered this week, were issued
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Woman Stabbed by an Ex-Lover

A young mother of three was brutally stabbed this morning by her ex-lover.  The situation
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Case Falls Apart on Vehicle Theft

A man accused of theft was freed today as Senior Magistrate Tricia Pitts-Anderson told the
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Muschamp Busted

Another case fell apart in court today due to insufficient evidence.  20-year-old, Malcolm Muschamp represented
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Belize Electricity Limited Boosts Security Measures Amid Unusual Activity

The Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) has been forced to increase their security measures after experiencing
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Woodrow West detained for questioning in relation to Imarie Galvez’s

Police have detained Woodrow West for questioning into the killing of 19-year-old, Imarie Galvez.  Video
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Autopsy Results Pending in Imarie Galvez Murder Investigation

An autopsy on the body of 19-year-old, Imarie Galvez is still pending.  Investigators are awaiting
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7 News scolded for coverage of sexual assault allegation

Tonight, Channel 7’s News Director, Jules Vasquez, has come under scrutiny after airing a story
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ComPol Williams advises the public to speak up

The death of Imarie Galvez, like any tragedy that occurs, has brought about a lot
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Woodrow West detained on the football pitch

Police have detained football player, Woodrow West, for questioning in relation to the murder of
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Missing Belmopan teen found dead; her family left in shambles

Last night, one family’s worst nightmare became a reality when their missing loved one was
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Well-known footballer wanted for questioning in Galvez’s murder

Tonight, a popular football player is a person of interest in a murder investigation and
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Contention Arises Over Sugar Regulation in Belize

Statutory Instrument Number Sixty-Two of 2023 is the document that is causing contention between the
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Palm Tree Plantations Discovered in Adjacency Zone

Reports reaching our newsroom are that the thousands of palm trees have been found within
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Will BSI/ASR Comply or Litigate? Legal Advice Sought Amidst Regulation

With this current contention and the BSI’s rejection of the new regulations, the question tonight
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BSI/ASR Disputes Sugar Regulation

And while that is the argument presented by Minister of Agriculture, Abelardo Mai, the BSI/ASR
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Elmer Nah trial continues

The trial of Elmer Nah, Epiphania and PC Manuel Caliz continued today before Magistrate Baja
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Scammers exploit Belizean woman’s hospitalization in Mexico

Belizean woman, Kera Leslie, remains hospitalized tonight in Mexico as the family continues its efforts
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Belize’s First STEAM Secondary School Set to Open in September

In less than four months, Belize’s first secondary school dedicated to STEAM education, an approach
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BSI Objects to Proposed Amendments to Sugar Industry Act

Tonight, Belize’s sugar industry remains in a potentially volatile situation after Belize Sugar Industries Limited
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Leader of the Opposition Criticizes New Sugar Regulations, Demands Reversal

The Leader of the Opposition, Moses Shyne Barrow has sided with the Belize Sugar Industries,
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Doctor charged with sexual assault

Tonight, a medical professional is on the wrong side of the law after he was
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Deputy Comptroller of Customs says marijuana edibles have been coming

Three weeks ago, communities across Belize were shocked at the distribution of weed sweets, particularly
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Crucial Decisions Made for Future of Belize Coast Guard

Senior personnel of the Belize Coast Guard met up with senior officials within the Ministry
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Belize Coast Guard to Expand Fleet with Two Patrol Boats

In addition to the air patrols and the drone personnel, the Belize Coast Guard will
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Brazilian Nationals Nabbed for Illegal Entry Spared Fine and Confinement

A group of Brazilian nationals who entered Belize illegally were spared a fine and confinement
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Belmopan Couple Fined for Aiding Group of Brazilian Nationals in

A couple from Belmopan were arraigned in court today after being charged for aiding and
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Belizean Fisherman Pleads Not Guilty to Aggravated Assault Charge

A fisherman pleaded not guilty in court this afternoon after he was charged with aggravated
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Belizean Prime Minister Attends 9th Summit of Heads of State

Prime Minister John Briceno departed the country yesterday enroute to Antigua, Guatemala. The Prime Minister
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Belize Celebrates National Teachers’ Day

Belize is observing National Teachers’ Day today. Today marks the end of Teacher Appreciation Week
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Minister of Labour speaks on CWU / PBL situation

And as it relates to the CWU’s call for the PBL to adhere to the
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CWU and the PBL are back at the negotiating table

Tonight, the CWU and the PBL remain at odds; however, steps are being made to
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Yhony Rosado Takes Legal Action Against Government of Belize

Self-proclaimed activist and businessman, Yhony Rosado, says he is taking the government to court after
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Toledo West Representative Clarifies FPIC Statement

Area Representative for Toledo West, Oscar Requena, says he may have been misinterpreted in his
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Yhony Rosado Calls for Fair Treatment of Small Tour Operators

During his almost two-hour press conference, Rosado clamored about what he says is an unfair
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Senator Elena Smith expresses disappointment over resignation letter allegations

In her resignation letter tendered yesterday, Ruth Guerra-Shoman did place some blame on Senator Elena
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American land owner faces opposition in Hopkins Village over property

An American national is facing opposition in Hopkins Village as the company has taken a
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Belize’s GDP expands for second year in a row, IMF

Belize’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has expanded for the past two consecutive years. This was
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Belize Business Bureau urges government to reduce supermarket costs for

The Belize Business Bureau (BBB) is calling on the government to implement measures geared at
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BNTU’s representative resigns from People’s Constitution Commission.

Shoman’s resignation as President of the BNTU is not the only seat that the educator
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Belize National Teachers Union president-elect resigns before being sworn in.

An unprecedented has occurred within the Belize National Teachers Union, where the president-elect has resigned
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The Stevedores are back at work, but the CWU says

The estimated 200 containers that sat in Belize’s harbor over the weekend on the MV
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Body of Randolph Crawford retrieved from New River

Over the weekend, 27-year-old Randolph Crawford’s body was retrieved from the banks of the New
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Thieves target Heritage Bank ATM in Burrell Boom Village, steal

Last night, thieves targeted the Heritage Bank Automated Teller Machine (ATM) in Burrell Boom Village,
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Indian Creek Village in Toledo District to receive electricity through

The alcaldes of Indian Creek Village, Toledo District have been lobbying for electricity in the
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