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"2026 has been by far the worst year"
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- "2026 has been by far the worst year"
- Runtime
- 1:08
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Is a solution to the sargassum crisis closer than we think?
- Runtime
- 1:16
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- PM Briceño on Belize/Guatemala Dispute ICJ Dates
- Runtime
- 3:03
- Date posted
- 5 hours ago
- Description
- PM Briceño on Belize/Guatemala Dispute ICJ Dates
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- "It's coming in worse than it's ever come in." 🌊 Residents and hoteliers say Belize's 2026 sargassum
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- 3:07
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- "It's coming in worse than it's ever come in." 🌊 Residents and hoteliers say Belize's 2026 sargassum season is the worst yet, and they want more than promises. See what's being done (and what's not) 👇
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- Taking Back the Land with Belmopan Annual Gospel Parade
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- 21:29
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Living with Celiac Disease and Managing a Gluten Free Lifestyle
- Runtime
- 16:19
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Belize City Council Marks September 21st with festivities for the Communty
- Runtime
- 13:49
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- YWCA 3rd Annual Red White & Bram Party Cruise on 21st Sept
- Runtime
- 13:48
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Who Truly Champions George Price’s Vision?
- Runtime
- 2:16
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Prime Minister John Briceño is drawing a clear line after one of his own Cabinet ministers questioned the PUP’s commitment to social justice. Julius Espat recently suggested that only he and Deputy Prime Minister Cordel Hyde have carried forward the beliefs of party founder George Price. Briceño flatly rejected that claim during an interview on Love FM, arguing that social justice remains central to the wider party. He then delivered a pointed message to Espat: never make that kind of public statement again.
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- What the Address Left Out
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- For Opposition Leader Tracy Panton, the State of the Nation Address was just as notable for what Prime Minister John Briceño did not say. While the Prime Minister highlighted his administration’s achievements, Panton says he failed to confront concerns about corruption, mounting pressure within the healthcare system and several other issues affecting Belizeans. She argues that these challenges required more than silence and should have formed part of an honest assessment of the country.
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- Symbolism Cannot Secure Borders
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Courage may have carried Belizeans up the Sarstoon, but Opposition Leader Tracy Panton says bravery alone cannot protect the country’s borders. Prime Minister John Briceño praised the civilians and security personnel who participated in the recent expedition, calling them courageous. Panton agrees, but says Belizeans should never have to repeatedly prove that the Sarstoon belongs to them. She argues that government must move beyond symbolic acts and properly equip the armed forces to confront any challenge to Belize’s territorial integrity.
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- Where Is Relief For Higher Bills?
- Runtime
- 1:19
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister may have explained why electricity prices are rising, but Opposition Leader Tracy Panton says that explanation does nothing to lower people’s bills. She also questioned the Briceño administration’s temporary power-generation agreement with a Belgium-based company, which government says will help reduce load shedding. Here is what Panton had to say.
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- Growth Numbers Face A Reality Check
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- 1:28
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- The government is pointing to economic growth as evidence that Belize is moving forward, but Opposition Leader Tracy Panton says the numbers must match the reality on the ground. Responding to Prime Minister John Briceño’s State of the Nation remarks, Panton questioned whether Belizeans are truly benefiting from the country’s economic gains. She also pressed the Prime Minister on Belize’s recent credit rating, challenging his broader assessment of the nation’s economic performance.
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- Vendors Cry Foul Over Produce Prices
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- Who really controls the price of produce at the Michael Finnegan Market? One vendor claims some Mennonite farmers restrict supplies until the market begins running out, then raise their prices. He also questions whether the quality of the produce justifies what vendors must pay. We took those complaints to the Belize Marketing and Development Corporation, but the agency says it does not blame farmers for charging more.
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- Wholesalers Move In, Vendors Lose Out
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- They are supposed to supply the market, but vendors say some Mennonite wholesalers are now competing directly with them. Vendors at Michael Finnegan Market already face sharply higher prices for products purchased from the Belize Marketing and Development Corporation. Now, they claim wholesalers are selling produce directly to consumers, cutting out established retailers and further shrinking their profits. The vendors say the practice is threatening their livelihoods, and our cameras captured several transactions that appear to support their concerns.
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- Fewer Visitors, New Game Plan
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Could sports help Belize fill hotel rooms when beaches and traditional attractions are not enough? Overnight arrivals fell by five percent in June, and Tourism Minister Anthony Mahler says the slowdown continued in the months that followed. While the industry looks to the approaching high season and additional flights for a rebound, government is also exploring new ways to attract visitors during traditionally slower periods. Sports tourism is now part of that strategy, with plans to improve facilities and pursue international events. After attending the UN Tourism Sports Tourism Summit in Mexico City, Mahler says Belize has already made connections that could help turn the idea into real opportunities.
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- Sports Summit Over, What’s Next?
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- The speeches have ended, but the real work is just beginning. Belize’s first Sports Summit brought sporting federations and government officials together to discuss better facilities, stronger athlete development and new ways to connect sports with tourism. Tourism Minister Anthony Mahler says the summit created greater unity within the sporting community and exceeded his expectations. He also sees aquatics as an emerging opportunity for Belize. But can that momentum produce lasting results?
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- Three Years Later, KHMH Talks Resume
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- For years, negotiations between the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital and its workers’ union have been stuck in a cycle of meetings, disagreements and delays. In February 2023, government stepped in and both sides agreed to put everything else aside and complete a Collective Bargaining Agreement within six months. That six-month deadline has now stretched to more than three and a half years. Today, with a new KHMH CEO and a new union executive at the table, hospital management says the negotiations are finally moving forward. Sherine Reyes explains where the process stands now.
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- Thirty Megawatts of Solar by 2027
- Runtime
- 4:19
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
- Description
- Belize has long depended on imported electricity to keep the lights on, but recent load shedding has exposed just how vulnerable that dependence can be. Now, the government is moving to generate more power at home. During his State of the Nation Address, Prime Minister John Briceño announced that the recently declared energy emergency will allow Belize Electricity Limited to fast-track major solar and battery-storage projects. The plan calls for thirty megawatts of new solar capacity by June 2027, with a longer-term target of one hundred and twenty megawatts nationwide. News Five’s Britney Gordon examines whether this ambitious expansion can strengthen Belize’s energy security and prevent future blackouts.
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- Two Families Face a Painful Reality
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- 4:23
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
- Description
- As the public searches for answers in the deaths of Michael Williams and Delisha Estrada, two families are living with pain, loss and unanswered questions. The case has renewed concerns about domestic violence and the warning signs that may have come before the tragedy. Estrada’s relatives are mourning a young woman they believe was taken from them. Williams’ family, meanwhile, says it does not defend what happened, but asks the public to recognize its grief while investigators piece together the full story. Shane Williams reports.
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- Jobs Are Up, So Are Bills
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- 4:01
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- The government has delivered its assessment of the nation, and now Belizeans are weighing in. Prime Minister John Briceño used Tuesday’s address to highlight a growing economy and outline plans to provide relief to families. But for residents facing high living costs and other daily challenges, the true state of the nation may look very different. News Five hit the streets of Belize City to ask whether people believe Belize is moving forward and what government must do next. Britney Gordon reports.
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- Guatemala Signs Down, Which Ones Next?
- Runtime
- 3:15
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
- Description
- From alcohol and entertainment to tourism and national identity, two billboard controversies are testing the limits of public advertising in Belize. The first erupted in Belmopan, where church leaders and residents pushed back against an advertisement featuring Soca artist Nailah Blackman and an alcoholic beverage. Months later, a billboard promoting Guatemala faced objections over how some Belizeans interpreted its message. But if public pressure can bring down an advertisement, what standard should authorities apply to the next controversial message? News Five’s Shane Williams takes a closer look.
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- Fire Destroys Home Amid Property Dispute
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- First, a court order forced Eugene Thompson from the Belama house he had called home for five years. One day later, fire destroyed the property and everything he owned. Thompson says he was serving a fifteen-day court-ordered absence amid a dispute with his former girlfriend and was not there when the blaze erupted Tuesday afternoon. Now homeless, he believes someone deliberately set the fire and says the situation could have been prevented. As he appeals for assistance and considers legal action, Thompson must figure out how to rebuild his life from nothing.
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- Economic Claims Clash With Everyday Reality
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- 7:01
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
- Description
- Few issues expose the divide between government’s economic message and the public’s daily experience, quite like the cost of living. Prime Minister John Briceño says external forces are largely responsible for the financial pressures facing Belizean consumers, and maintains that government has stepped in to provide relief. Opposition Leader Tracy Panton, however, says the results speak for themselves: families are still paying more and struggling to make ends meet. So, whose argument reflects what Belizeans are experiencing? News Five’s Paul Lopez takes a closer look.
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- Is The River Safe Now after August's Major Fish Kill?
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Is The River Safe Now after August's Major Fish Kill?
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- Panton to Briceño: “We cannot eat 5.1% Growth" More Here: https://ow.ly/s4yg50ZOqnS
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- 1:48
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Panton to Briceño: “We cannot eat 5.1% Growth"
More Here: https://ow.ly/s4yg50ZOqnS
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- Panton to Briceño: “You are not Belize”
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Panton to Briceño: “You are not Belize”
More Here: https://ow.ly/s4yg50ZOqnS
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- Belize Marketing and Development Corporation Clarifies Prices on Fresh Produce.
- Runtime
- 27:48
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Viva Mexico! The Meaning Behind Mexico's Independence Day.
- Runtime
- 14:18
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Keeping The Music Alive with the Belize National Orchestra.
- Runtime
- 12:53
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Three Gold Medals, One Historic Weekend for Belize's MMA Athletes.
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- 10:40
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Viewer's Voice for September 15 2026
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- 2:00
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Visit youtube.com/gbtvfeed for the live stream of the entire newscast, or visit www.channel5belize.com for a text transcript.
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- Belizeans Stand Firm During Sarstoon Encounter
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- A civilian journey along the Sarstoon River quickly became another tense test of Belizean resolve. More than a dozen Guatemalan vessels reportedly confronted members of the Belize Territorial Volunteers during their recent excursion, but the group refused to retreat. Prime Minister John Briceño revisited that encounter in his address today, thanking the Belizeans who stood their ground despite what he described as intimidation. He also praised the men and women of Belize’s armed forces who remain on the front lines, protecting the country’s borders and defending its territorial integrity.
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- Belize Turns To Solar For Security
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Belize relies heavily on expensive diesel generation when its regular power supply falls short, but government says it now has a plan to change that. Prime Minister John Briceño says the recently declared energy emergency allows BEL to expand domestic generation and strengthen the country’s energy security. The medium-term strategy includes major investment in solar power, with government aiming to add up to one hundred and twenty megawatts of energy to the national grid.
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- More Students Gain Access To Internet
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- 2:22
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- For thousands of Belizean students, internet access is quickly becoming as essential as books and classrooms. Government says it has invested two million dollars to expand connectivity across more than two hundred schools, benefiting over seventy-eight thousand learners. Prime Minister John Briceño says that investment comes at a defining moment, with more than one hundred thousand students enrolled from pre-primary to university, the largest student population Belize has ever seen.
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- How Far Should Belizeans Go?
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Belizeans have once again stood their ground on the Sarstoon, but Prime Minister John Briceño says defending the country’s sovereignty must also come with restraint. Last week’s confrontation between Belizean civilians and several Guatemalan military vessels has renewed concerns about tensions along the southern border. While the Prime Minister praised the Belize Territorial Volunteers for refusing to be intimidated, he also warned that future expeditions must not trigger a dangerous escalation. Tonight, we hear his position on the standoff and whether another journey to Sarstoon Island is necessary.
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- Mira Back in the Political Spotlight
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Oscar Mira may have stepped away from Cabinet and disappeared from public view, but he is suddenly back on the political stage. Next Tuesday marks three months since Prime Minister John Briceño announced that Mira had agreed to step aside as Minister of Home Affairs while auditors examined procurement at the Ministry of Defense. Now, with Mira appearing publicly alongside senior PUP officials and the first audit report expected by the end of September, questions about a possible Cabinet return are growing louder. Today, we asked the Prime Minister directly whether Mira is on his way back, but he stopped short of giving an answer.
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- Will Guatemala Respect the ICJ Ruling?
- Runtime
- 2:21
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- The ICJ may eventually settle Belize’s territorial dispute with Guatemala on paper, but securing the border will require more than a court ruling. Prime Minister John Briceño says government is already building international support to ensure Guatemala respects the decision when it comes. As Belize awaits the judgment, officials are engaging regional partners and key allies to help protect the country’s internationally recognized boundaries and prevent future tensions.
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- Fuel Price Shock Hits Belizean Economy
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The pain at the pump is spreading far beyond motorists. With diesel now costing well over fifteen dollars a gallon, bus operators and businesses are paying more to move people and goods, costs that could eventually reach consumers. Calls for government intervention are growing, and Prime Minister John Briceño says possible relief measures are under review. But he warns that fuel taxes support public services and social programs, leaving government to decide how much relief it can afford without creating another financial problem.
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- Can Prosperity Exist Without Safety?
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- A stronger economy means little if Belizeans do not feel safe in their homes and communities. Prime Minister John Briceño says citizen security remains a central responsibility of his administration, arguing that lasting economic prosperity depends on public safety. He also credits Police Minister Julius Espat with driving improvements within the Belize Police Department since taking charge. Here is the Prime Minister’s assessment of the country’s security situation and the work still ahead.
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- Government Celebrates Growth, Families Count Costs
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- 6:01
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- There is the Belize reflected in economic reports, where employment is at record levels and major development projects are taking shape. Then there is the Belize many families experience every day, where household bills are rising, some industries are struggling and a steady job does not always guarantee financial security. Prime Minister John Briceño used his State of the Nation Address to make the case that the country is moving in the right direction. Tonight, we examine the numbers, the promises and the reality behind the government’s development agenda. News Five’s Paul Lopez reports.
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- Belize Secures Millions For Energy Projects
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Belize has heard several promises of major investment in its energy sector, but government says one source of funding is no longer just talk. On Friday, Belize will formally launch the Belize Compact, a one hundred and twenty-five-million-dollar grant agreement with the United States Government. More than forty million U.S. dollars will go toward tackling the country’s energy challenges. While proposed investments from the World Bank and Saudi Arabia are still being developed, the Ministry of Public Utilities says the MCC funding is secured and ready for execution. Tonight, we look at how that investment could strengthen Belize’s energy supply.
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- Preparing Students for the Workforce
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Belize is investing millions to close the gap between what students learn and the skills employers need. Fifty-four million U.S. dollars from the Millennium Challenge Corporation grant will support education improvements, strengthen teacher and leadership training, and expand Technical and Vocational Education and Training. It represents the largest portion of the compact’s funding and aims to create clearer pathways from the classroom to meaningful employment. Millennium Challenge Authority Chairman Joseph Waight explains how the plan will work.
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- Tourism Looks for a Rebound
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Belize’s tourism industry is heading into the high season with some ground to recover. Overnight arrivals fell by roughly five percent in June compared to the same month last year, and Tourism Minister Anthony Mahler says the slowdown continued in the months that followed, with August taking a particularly hard hit. But with new flights coming online and the busiest travel period approaching, Mahler believes the industry can attract more visitors and finish the season on stronger footing.
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- Clearing Job Goes Too Far
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- 2:42
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- A seven-acre property along the Belize River has been stripped of vegetation from the water’s edge to the highway embankment, triggering concerns about erosion and possible damage to the riverbank ecosystem. Environmental authorities are now investigating the large-scale clearing at mile six-and-a-half on the Philip Goldson Highway. Property owner Sanju Chulani says he instructed a contractor to clear the land lightly so he could get a better view of the parcel, but was shocked by the extent of the work. The Department of the Environment, Forest Department and Lands Department have since launched a joint inspection to determine the environmental impact and whether anyone breached existing regulations.
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- KHMH Celebrates 31 Years Of Service
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- For thirty-one years, the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital has cared for Belizeans during some of their most difficult moments. But this week, the hospital is turning its attention to the doctors, nurses and support staff who keep its doors open and its services running. Anniversary activities began today with a church service, followed by a week of raffles, giveaways and fellowship. The celebration culminates on Friday with an official ceremony, staff awards and karaoke. KHMH Chief Executive Officer Sherine Reyes says the milestone is an opportunity to recognize and give back to the hospital’s workforce.
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- Preventing the Next Fish Kill
- Runtime
- 6:55
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Investigators now know what triggered the massive fish kill in the Belize River Valley, but can authorities prevent it from happening again? The Department of the Environment says floodwaters swept organic material, fertilizers and pollutants from several sources into the river, creating the conditions that led to the event. With the investigation complete, environmental officials are turning their attention to prevention. Their recommendations include restoring vegetation along riverbanks, improving water management on large farms, updating the Belize River Watershed Management Plan and installing an early warning system to detect changes in water quality before another crisis unfolds.
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- Keeping Cool Comes With Higher Costs
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Consumers are feeling the heat twice, first inside their homes and then when the electricity bill arrives. Prime Minister John Briceño acknowledged complaints about significant increases in power costs, but says the intense heat is partly responsible. He argues that hotter homes require more cooling, leading families to consume more electricity and pay more each month.
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- Two Deaths, But Few Clear Answers
- Runtime
- 3:59
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- A missed school drop-off raised concern among relatives and eventually led to a heartbreaking discovery inside a home near Hillview Park in Santa Elena. There, family members reportedly found a young couple dead under circumstances that remain unclear. Their bodies were already in an advanced state of decomposition, making the search for answers even more difficult. Tonight, two grieving families are waiting to learn what happened and how the couple died. Shane Williams reports.
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- Caught Between Costs and Customers
- Runtime
- 2:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Market vendors say they are caught in the middle. They are paying more for basic produce, but customers are refusing to absorb the higher prices. On Monday, vendors at the Michael Finnegan Market blamed the Belize Marketing and Development Corporation for what they described as unreasonably priced onions, potatoes and other imported goods. BMDC brings those products in from Mexico and sells them to wholesalers, who then supply market retailers. Tonight, the corporation is responding, as Administrator Valentin Carrillo explains what is driving up prices before the produce even reaches the market.
