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Power Struggle at Belmopan City Council: Acting Mayor Controversy Persists

Tonight, the power struggle at the Belmopan City Council continues. Prior to leaving for COP28
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Opposition Urges Transparency: Calls for Public Disclosure of COP-28 Delegation

Tonight, the opposition is calling on the government to publicize the list of participants representing
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Belize City Council Eyes Third Term: PUP Slate Led by

The Belize City Council is hot on the campaign trail and believes that they’ll be
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Who approved the telephone allowance increase for CEOs?

Tonight, the six hundred dollar increase in telephone allowance for CEOs is dead. But, before
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Minister Musa says CEOs are underpaid

While Minister Fonseca merely surmised that the phone allowance for CEOs was justified, the Minister
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Opposition Leader Shyne Barrow Calls for Peace Amid Israel Conflict

Leader of the Opposition Moses “Shyne” Barrow also weighed in on the prayer march for
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Senate Inquiry on Portico-Government Agreement Set to Begin Next Week,

The Senate Inquiry into the now notorious Definitive Agreement between Portico Enterprises and the Government
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Belmopan Mayor Palacio Faces Council Opposition Over Deputy Mayor Appointment

Belmopan Mayor Sheran Palacio has fired back at her council and the Ministry of Local
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Internal Strife at Belmopan City Council Mirrors Party Conflicts, says

The disruptive behaviors at the Belmopan City Council has been coined as a reflection of
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Belmopan City Council Faces Power Struggle: Acting Mayor Appointment Declared

Tonight, there is a power struggle at the Belmopan City Council after Mayor Sharon Palacio
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Religious Group Plans Peace March for Israel Amidst Calls for

Yesterday while dozens of Belizeans marched for peace in Palestine, a religious group was planning
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Four-Day Ceasefire between Israel and Hamas a step toward peace

After a day of delay, the four-day cease-fire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas is set to
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Belize Joins Global March for Peace in Palestine and the

In other news, Belize joined countries across the world today in marching for peace in
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Temporary Cease-Fire Declared in Israel-Hamas Conflict

While governments across the globe continue to call for permanent peace in the Middle East,
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PM Briceno Dismisses Concerns of International Repercussions for Israel Decision

Will Belize face any repercussions from the international community for taking measures against Israel? Prime
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Government Launches Anti-Corruption Program in Belize

The Government has launched its calendar of activities that will look at the topic of
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PM Briceno Accuses Opposition Leader Barrow of Mocking the Courts

Prime Minister John Briceno believes the Leader of the Opposition, Moses “Shyne” Barrow, is making
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Judgment Reserved in Challenge to Opposition Leader Shyne Barrow’s Voter

Chief Magistrate, Jayani Wegodapola has reserved her judgment in the challenge of Opposition Leader Shyne
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Opposition Leader Moses Shyne Barrow Criticizes Belize’s Suspension of Diplomatic

Leader of the Opposition, Moses Shyne Barrow, has written a 7-page letter regarding the stance
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Former Leaders and Government Ministers to Lead Protest March in

Come next week, former leaders and government ministers will be leading a march in Belize
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Belize Takes Strong Stand Against Israeli Actions: Withdraws Ambassador Accreditation

The Government of Belize is taking a stand against the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) following
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Prime Minister Briceno Heads to CARICOM Summit in Saudi Arabia;

Prime Minister John Briceno departed Belize today enroute to Saudi Arabia to attend a CARICOM
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BPP Targets Victory in Punta Gorda

Both the country’s main political parties have secured their municipal slates for the 2024 elections. 
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PM Briceno comments on newly formed People’s Democratic Movement

In related news, Prime Minister Briceno has commended the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM). The newly
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Belize Cabinet Minister on Indefinite Leave Amidst Sexual Harassment Scandal

Cabinet Minister, Andre Perez, is currently on indefinite leave from office.  The minister made a
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UDP Calls for Resignation of Minister Andre Perez Amidst Sexual

Based on accusations of sexual harassment, the women’s group of the United Democratic Party (UDP)
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UDP calls for Minister Andre Perez to resign

While many in the court of public opinion and from the opposition are calling for
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Are Sexual Scandal In Politics The Norm?

The sexual scandal that is leading in all news outlets this evening is not new
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UDP Chairman asks why Andre Perez matter wasn’t reported to

Another point of contention that Peyrefitte spoke on was the fact that the Prime Minister
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Wendy Auxillou Saga Could Reach Settlement Soon

And, finally on the Wendy Auxillou allegations, reports have reached our newsroom that a settlement
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Women’s Group Condemns Opposition Leader’s Derogatory Comments Towards Speaker

The United Women’s Group (UWG) has issued a release to condemn what they have labeled
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Former Prime Minister Critiques Current Governance Direction in Belize

Former Prime Minister Dean Barrow has coined the current happenings in Belize are multiple attacks
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Minister Julius Espat says 11th Amendment is not an attack

While the opposition insists that the motion was a direct attack on Barrow’s leadership, the
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Speaker of the House Temporarily Vacates Seat as Privilege Motion

Once a privilege motion is filed in the House, it supersedes the current matters and
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UDP Prepares to Endorse Moses ‘Shyne’ Barrow as Leader Ahead

The United Democratic Party is gearing up to endorse Moses “Shyne” Barrow as its leader
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UDP to Cement Barrow’s Leadership with Uncontested Motion at National

During this weekend’s convention, the UDP’s executive body will pass a motion to ensure Barrow’s
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UDP’s Deputy Chairman takes issue with Taiwanese Government

Deputy Chairman of the United Democratic Party, Alberto August, has taken issue with the Taiwanese
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Police Commissioner Shrugs Off UDP’s Calls for his Resignation

The Taiwanese Government isn’t the only one under attack from the opposition, the Commissioner of
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Show of Unanimous Support: PUP Backs Prime Minister Briceno Amid

Several press statements were released today, expressing full confidence in Prime Minister John Briceno.  The
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Municipal Election Interest Soars: PUP and UDP Attract Over 200

Aside from the votes of confidence issued today, perhaps another measuring stick that could be
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High Stakes at House Meeting: Opposition Unity Questioned Ahead of

With the constant absence of Denise Sista B Barrow at house meetings, and with Moses
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UDP Gears Up for National Convention: Party Aims to Present

The Opposition, the United Democratic Party, is gearing up for its National Convention where its
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Calls for Resignation: Former Minister Demands Removal of Police Minister

Peyrefitte has called for the resignation of the current Police Minister, Kareem Musa and his
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PUP squashes PG’s Town Council’s chances of re-election

In recent weeks we have been reporting on the concerns being raised by five of
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People’s United Party Sets Deadline for Municipal Election Applications, Scrutinizing

The People’s United Party’s Secretariat has announced that there are only a few days left
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Opposition Leader defends First Deputy against land sale accusations before

Leader of the Opposition, Moses “Shyne” Barrow, says his First Deputy, Hugo Patt, did no
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Commissioner of Police fires back at Leader of the Opposition’s

The Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams, says he is not mincing words with the Leader
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Patrick Faber reinstated as Collet Division Leader for UDP

After being put through the ringer of public scrutiny and political blows, Patrick Faber is
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President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) departs Belize

This evening, the President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) , Dr. Tsai Ing-wen, departed
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UDP Lead Senator criticizes GOB for its handling of Pact

Another issue that was raised was the Government’s decision to accede to the Pact of
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UDP to Endorse Ian Jones for Collet

Ian Jones, the former Director of the National Sports Council, will be endorsed as the
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UDP Vice Chairman Alberto August says Recall against UDP Leader

Tonight the UDP recall saga continues. This time, the leader of the recall petition, UDP
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