Veteran dancehall and reggae superstar Buju Banton has made his way back to the United States after nearly four years. The iconic artist, whose music resonates deeply with Belizean audiences, marked his return with a joyful moment with renowned music producer DJ Khaled.
The Panamanian Embassy and COPA Airlines are collaborating to encourage Belizean travel to Panama. The Central American nation, which does not require visas for Belizean citizens, is a popular regional transit hub. A recent workshop highlighted Panama's attractions as a direct tourism destination.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise is expressing gratitude to all those who contributed to this year's successful National Agriculture and Trade Show (NATS). The event showcased Belize's agricultural industry while attracting a large, enthusiastic crowd.
Copa Airlines, the flag carrier of Panama, is significantly enhancing its service to Belize with the introduction of year-round, nonstop flights from Panama City. Beginning in June, the airline will operate flights on both Mondays and Fridays using Boeing 737-700 aircraft.
On April 26, 2024, a Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) contingent of nearly 70 soldiers, primarily from the Royal 22e Régiment, wrapped up Operation Helios. This month-long mission successfully trained 330 military personnel from CARICOM nations (the Bahamas, Belize, and Jamaica) in advance of their deployment to Haiti under the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support Mission (MMSS).
Residents in Belize's inland regions are facing a heat alert today, with temperatures forecast to soar above 97 degrees Fahrenheit (36 degrees Celsius). Authorities are urging people to take precautions to stay cool and hydrated.
J. Robert Oppenheimer, theoretical physicist, wasn't a man built for war. Yet, his genius made him the architect of the most destructive weapon in history – the atomic bomb. Amidst escalating fears of a Nazi superweapon, Oppenheimer was tapped to lead the Manhattan Project, a top-secret effort to beat Hitler to the punch.
Belize Medical Associates (BMA) today expressed profound sadness in announcing the passing of their beloved colleague, Dr. Fernando Cuellar. Dr. Cuellar passed away peacefully on April 20th at 7:09 pm, surrounded by his children and siblings.
History was made on Friday as Belize graduated its largest-ever police recruit class. Squad 97 boasts a record-breaking 57 women officers, exceeding the United Nations' 20% standard for female representation within law enforcement.
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, serves as a worldwide call for increased environmental awareness and a catalyst for action. As we approach Earth Day 2024, Belize stands poised to amplify its voice within this essential movement, which had its origins over 50 years ago in 1970.