Belmopan Aggregates and Hardware Customer Appreciation Sale: up to 25% off

By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Get your list ready. Belmopan Aggregates and Hardware is saying thank you in a big way. The Belmopan Aggregates and Hardware Customer Appreciation Sale runs from October 26 to 31, with massive savings across the store’s top departments. 25% off: All lights. All ceiling fans, featuring Kasalight and Hunter. […] The post Belmopan Aggregates and Hardware Customer Appreciation Sale: up to 25% off appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-03 16:06 politics en

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Julius Espat: “I will do nothing to undermine the Prime Minister or Government”

By Zoila Palma: Minister of Infrastructure Development and Housing Julius Espat has publicly stated that he agrees that within the PUP, soul searching must be done however, he will not do anything that undermines the Prime Minister or Government. “I agree with the soul-searching, and in your family, in his family, in our family, you […] The post Julius Espat: “I will do nothing to undermine the Prime Minister or Government” appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-03 14:24 politics en

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Prime Minister says Guatemalan President expressed concern to ensure keeping strong relationship with Belize

By Zoila Palma: Following Friday’s Sitting of the House of Representatives, Prime Minister John Briceno told 7News Belize that during the Special Envoy’s meeting in Guatemala, President Bernardo Arevalo expressed concern about the latest aircraft incident where a Guatemalan military aircraft entered Belizean airspace. “Actually, what he did, he did express concerns to ensure that […] The post Prime Minister says Guatemalan President expressed concern to ensure keeping strong relationship with Belize appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-03 14:14 politics en

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Prime Minister: “Julius is the Minister (of Home Affairs)”

By Zoila Palma: Following Friday’s Sitting of the House of Representatives, Prime Minister John Briceno responded to comments made by Minister of Infrastructure Development and Housing and Home Affairs Julius Espat about the portfolio being in limbo. “I don’t know how he can say it’s in the limbo-he is the minister. I did not appoint […] The post Prime Minister: “Julius is the Minister (of Home Affairs)” appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-03 13:55 politics en

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Julius to Prime Minister: “Humbly requesting to the Prime Minister: make up your mind” on Home Affairs Ministry

By Zoila Palma: Following Friday’s Sitting of the House of Representatives, Minister Julius Espat responded to questions on the Ministry of Home Affairs portfolio. “I’m humbly requesting to the Prime Minister: make up your mind. Put a minister, any minister, bring him from Timbuktu if you want. But place somebody that you have trust in, […] The post Julius to Prime Minister: “Humbly requesting to the Prime Minister: make up your mind” on Home Affairs Ministry appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-03 13:49 politics en

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Rubber Boots Beating: Woman beat by sister-in-law with rubber boots on San Roman banana farm

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Police are seeking a woman following an alleged attack on a banana farm worker in San Roman Village, Stann Creek District, in which the complainant says she was repeatedly struck with a rubber boot. A 33-year-old woman reported that she returned from work around 7:30 p.m. Thursday and was walking […] The post Rubber Boots Beating: Woman beat by sister-in-law with rubber boots on San Roman banana farm appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-03 00:36 politics en

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Toledo man on his way to buy ‘Badman’ at 2 in the morning attacked for $20 with pint bottle

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Police are seeking two brothers following an alleged attack in San Felipe Village, Toledo District, in which a 41-year-old man was reportedly wounded with a broken pint bottle after being unable to hand over $20. Police say they responded to a report of a physical altercation shortly after 2:00 a.m. […] The post Toledo man on his way to buy ‘Badman’ at 2 in the morning attacked for $20 with pint bottle appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-03 00:10 politics en

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Guatemalan President says “This flight did not occur and we’re waiting for them to prove it”

Photo by Prensa Libre By Zoila Palma: During a press conference this week, Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo denied that the flight that Belize is protesting took place. Belize formally informed the international community that on the night of September 24, an aircraft belonging to the Guatemalan military entered Belize airspace illegally. Belize’s Ministry of Foreign […] The post Guatemalan President says “This flight did not occur and we’re waiting for them to prove it” appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-02 15:45 politics en

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Ladyville man admits attacking brother with pint bottle; court seeks help for drinking problem before sentencing

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A 24-year-old Ladyville man who admitted attacking his own brother with a pint bottle while drunk is out on bail pending sentencing, as the Chief Magistrate has ordered intervention from the Community Rehabilitation Department after he acknowledged having a drinking problem. Bryan Salvatierra, a gas vendor from Ladyville, pleaded guilty […] The post Ladyville man admits attacking brother with pint bottle; court seeks help for drinking problem before sentencing appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-01 21:57 politics en

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Brother and sister accused of attempted murder say they cannot afford attorneys; state to appoint separate lawyers

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Two Belize City siblings accused of attempting to murder a man during a 2023 stabbing incident will be provided with separate state-appointed attorneys after telling the High Court they cannot afford legal representation. Pamela Estrada, 38, and her younger brother Ricky Scotty Jones, 31, appeared unrepresented before High Court Justice […] The post Brother and sister accused of attempted murder say they cannot afford attorneys; state to appoint separate lawyers appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-01 20:32 politics en

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The abortion debate returned this week, and almost nobody in it has read the law

By Horace Palacio: The hardest conversation in Belize came back this week. A report from the Belize Family Life Association called for decriminalizing abortion. A Church Senator answered with the Church’s unwavering opposition. And within hours, the two oldest armies in this debate had taken up their familiar positions, placards high, voices higher. This column […] The post The abortion debate returned this week, and almost nobody in it has read the law appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-01 20:07 politics en

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International News: United Nations Development Programme warns very strong El Niño could raise flood, drought and heat risks

By Zoila Palma: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is warning governments and communities across Asia and the Pacific to prepare for a very strong El Niño event expected to intensify toward the end of 2026. The warning follows confirmation from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on September 3 that El Niño is firmly established, […] The post International News: United Nations Development Programme warns very strong El Niño could raise flood, drought and heat risks appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-01 19:44 politics en

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Father charged with common assault after dispute with daughter says she attacked him first

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A 59-year-old father from La Democracia is out on bail after being charged with common assault following allegations made against him by his daughter. Paul Alexander Hyde, a cabinet maker, appeared unrepresented in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court, where he initially pleaded guilty with an explanation to assaulting his daughter, […] The post Father charged with common assault after dispute with daughter says she attacked him first appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-10-01 19:17 politics en

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Belize and Taiwan sign agreement to strengthen diplomatic training and foreign service

By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Belize and Taiwan have signed a new agreement aimed at strengthening the professional development of Belizean diplomats and deepening cooperation between the two countries. Foreign Affairs Minister Francis Fonseca and Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-Lung signed the agreement on diplomatic staff training and exchange during Lin’s visit to Belize. […] The post Belize and Taiwan sign agreement to strengthen diplomatic training and foreign service appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-30 17:36 politics en

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Minister of Agriculture calls for ‘One country, one product’ model to strengthen Caribbean Food Security

By Zoila Palma: Agriculture Minister Rodwell Ferguson is proposing a “One Country, One Product” approach as the Caribbean looks toward 2030 and seeks to strengthen regional food security. Ferguson told BBN that countries could specialize in commodities where they have strong production advantages while increasing trade among regional markets. Ferguson said the approach could help […] The post Minister of Agriculture calls for ‘One country, one product’ model to strengthen Caribbean Food Security appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-30 16:18 politics en

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International News: Jamaica Prime Minister tours CARDI display at Caribbean Week of Agriculture 2026

By Zoila Palma: Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Dr. Andrew Holness, toured the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI) exhibition booth following the official opening of the 20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA 2026) on Sunday, September 27, at the Ocean Coral Spring Resort in Trelawny, Jamaica. The event brought together regional leaders, policymakers, researchers and […] The post International News: Jamaica Prime Minister tours CARDI display at Caribbean Week of Agriculture 2026 appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-30 14:17 politics en

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Minister of Agriculture urges Caribbean to support regional products and improve shipping links

By Zoila Palma: Minister of Agriculture Rodwell Ferguson is urging Caribbean countries to change the perception that foreign-made products are automatically better than locally produced goods, stressing that regional food security depends on greater support for Caribbean businesses and improved trade links. Ferguson said consumers and businesses must recognize the quality of products made within […] The post Minister of Agriculture urges Caribbean to support regional products and improve shipping links appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-30 13:53 politics en

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Evan Gillett fined $6,000 for almost 3lbs of weed; Pleads guilty so father-in-law isn’t charged

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A 46-year-old Belize City businessman has avoided immediate jail time after pleading guilty to possession of 1,295 grams of marijuana with intent to supply. Evan Michael Gillett appeared in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court on Monday alongside his 69-year-old father-in-law, Bert Foreman, following a police search conducted on Sunday, September […] The post Evan Gillett fined $6,000 for almost 3lbs of weed; Pleads guilty so father-in-law isn’t charged appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-30 01:42 politics en

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High Court finds Rupert Codd guilty of raping sick woman on picnic table outside KHMH

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Rupert Codd, a 25-year-old resident of Mile 5 on the Philip Goldson Highway, was found guilty of rape on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, by High Court Justice Derick F. Sylvester. The verdict was handed down at 9:30 a.m. following a bench trial in the High Court of Belize. Codd was […] The post High Court finds Rupert Codd guilty of raping sick woman on picnic table outside KHMH appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 23:53 politics en

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Belize and Taiwan strengthen cooperation through Bilateral Agreement on Diplomatic Staff Training

By Zoila Palma: Today, Francis Fonseca, Minister of Foreign Affairs welcomed his counterpart, Lin Chia-lung, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan to the Leigh Richardson Building, Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Belmopan. The Foreign Ministers held bilateral talks focused on strengthening cooperation across areas of mutual interest and reaffirming the longstanding bonds of friendship and […] The post Belize and Taiwan strengthen cooperation through Bilateral Agreement on Diplomatic Staff Training appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 20:11 politics en

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Prime Minister welcomes Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs

By Zoila Palma: Today, as part of the official visit of Foreign Minister of Taiwan Lin Chui-lung, he paid a courtesy call to Prime Minister John Briceno. “Belize and Taiwan share a longstanding friendship built on mutual respect, cooperation and a commitment to advancing the interests of our people. I warmly welcome him to Belize […] The post Prime Minister welcomes Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 19:53 politics en

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Governor General welcomes Taiwan’s Foreign Minister

By Zoila Palma: Today, as part of his official visit to Belize, Lin Chia-Lung, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan and his delegation paid a courtesy visit to Governor-General Dame Froyla Tzalam. The Minister was later welcomed by Prime Minister John Briceño, joined by senior Cabinet officials and representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs […] The post Governor General welcomes Taiwan’s Foreign Minister appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 19:20 politics en

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Prime Minister John Briceño has clarified that Belize’s Ambassador to Guatemala, José Alpuche, has not been formally recalled from his diplomatic post.

By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Speaking to reporters after returning from the United Nations General Assembly, Briceño said Alpuche was asked to return to Belize for consultations as the Government considers its response to the disputed Guatemalan military aircraft incident. Briceño explained that bringing an ambassador home for discussions does not automatically mean that […] The post Prime Minister John Briceño has clarified that Belize’s Ambassador to Guatemala, José Alpuche, has not been formally recalled from his diplomatic post. appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 15:54 politics en

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Will Julius Espat stay as Police Minister? PM Briceño says Cabinet will hear first

By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Prime Minister John Briceño told reporters on Monday that when he makes his decision on who will be given the substantive police portfolio, Cabinet will hear it first. No timeline. No name. No hints. That leaves Espat, who currently holds the portfolio, waiting like everyone else. The police ministry […] The post Will Julius Espat stay as Police Minister? PM Briceño says Cabinet will hear first appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 15:08 politics en

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Belize welcomes Taiwan’s Foreign Minister

By Zoila Palma: On September 28, 2026, Belize welcomed Lin Chia-Lung, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan. Minister Lin is in Belize for an official visit. He was welcomed by Oscar Arnold, Chief Executive Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, along with the ambassadors of Belize and Taiwan. During his visit, […] The post Belize welcomes Taiwan’s Foreign Minister appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 14:20 politics en

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Belize City welcomes Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs

By Zoila Palma: On September 28, 2026, Mayor Bernard Wagner welcomed Dr. Chia-Lung Lin, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan, and a distinguished delegation of government officials and business representatives to Belize City. On behalf of the Council and the people of Belize City, Mayor Bernard Wagner welcomed the visitors and celebrated the enduring friendship […] The post Belize City welcomes Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-29 13:54 politics en

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Prime Minister to Jules: “Attack me not my wife”

By Zoila Palma: Today, Prime Minister John Briceno responded to the reports made over the weekend that his wife, Special Envoy for the Development of Families and Children Rosanna Briceno was in Guatemala following a recent incident involving Guatemalan military aircraft in Belize airspace. “He can be an asshole with me, that’s fine but not […] The post Prime Minister to Jules: “Attack me not my wife” appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-28 21:47 politics en

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Prime Minister: “What Guatemala has done is unacceptable”

By Zoila Palma: Prime Minister John Briceño today announced that Belize Ambassador to Guatemala Jose Alpuche will be called home for consultations following the recent incident involving a Guatemalan military aircraft in Belizean airspace. Briceño said he would meet with the Foreign Minister and the National Security Council this week. “I will be meeting with […] The post Prime Minister: “What Guatemala has done is unacceptable” appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-28 21:36 politics en

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Senior Courts of Belize prepares to launch Criminal Law Practitioners Programme

Chief Justice Honourable Mde. Louise Esther Blenman is pleased to announce the official launch of the Criminal Law Practitioners Programme (CLPP), a landmark professional development initiative of the Judicial Education Institute (JEI) of the Senior Courts of Belize. The Programme is being implemented with the financial support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under […] The post Senior Courts of Belize prepares to launch Criminal Law Practitioners Programme appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-28 18:40 politics en

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International News: Pope Leo urges Europe to choose dialogue over military buildup

By Zoila Palma: Pope Leo XIV has urged European leaders to pursue dialogue and negotiation rather than relying on military buildups to address conflicts threatening the continent. Speaking in Metz, France today, the pope warned against what he described as the “illusion that rearmament is the answer” and called for greater commitment to peaceful solutions. […] The post International News: Pope Leo urges Europe to choose dialogue over military buildup appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-28 16:29 politics en

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Waste Control worker who says he has a drinking problem fined $300 after allegedly attacking woman with pint bottles

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A 32-year-old Waste Control worker who admitted threatening a woman with bottles during an altercation on Euphrates Avenue has been fined $300 after pleading guilty to aggravated assault. Kirk Douglas Howard appeared unrepresented in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court, where he pleaded guilty to committing aggravated assault upon a woman […] The post Waste Control worker who says he has a drinking problem fined $300 after allegedly attacking woman with pint bottles appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-27 22:16 politics en

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High Court to decide whether Shedrack White remains in prison or returns home after being found unfit to stand trial

By Breaking Belize News Staff: High Court Justice Candace Nanton is expected to decide next month whether Shedrack Richard White, who was found mentally unfit to stand trial for murder in 2024, will remain at the Belize Central Prison or be released into the care of his family. White appeared before Justice Nanton this week, […] The post High Court to decide whether Shedrack White remains in prison or returns home after being found unfit to stand trial appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-27 21:45 politics en

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Alleged ‘cougar’ accused of sex with 15-year-old boy granted $10,000 High Court bail

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A 37-year-old Sandhill cook accused of having sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old boy has been released on $10,000 High Court bail after spending about 10 days on remand. Sherise Shelmadine Moralez was granted bail on September 3, 2026, following an application before High Court Justice Derick F. Sylvester. Moralez, represented […] The post Alleged ‘cougar’ accused of sex with 15-year-old boy granted $10,000 High Court bail appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-27 18:46 politics en

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Guatemala denies military flight entered Belize, accuses Belize of ‘spreading misinformation’ at United Nations

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Guatemala has denied that one of its military aircraft violated Belizean airspace and has accused Belize of presenting a false version of events to the international community, directly challenging Belize’s claim that its radar tracked a Guatemalan surveillance aircraft inside the country for more than an hour. The extraordinary dispute […] The post Guatemala denies military flight entered Belize, accuses Belize of ‘spreading misinformation’ at United Nations appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-27 16:50 politics en

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Belmopan Aggregates and Hardware Customer Appreciation Sale is almost here

By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Belmopan Aggregates and Hardware (BAH) is saying thank you to its customers with one of its biggest sales of the year. The Customer Appreciation Sale runs from October 26 to 31, with massive savings across top departments for your home, yard and everyday projects. Shoppers can save 25% on […] The post Belmopan Aggregates and Hardware Customer Appreciation Sale is almost here appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-27 14:10 politics en

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Belize gets another warm Sunday with rain chances highest in the south

By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Belize gets a mix of sunshine, clouds and isolated showers today, with the south standing the best chance of seeing a wetter stretch. Forecasters say slightly moist and somewhat unstable conditions remain over the country. Most areas will see sunny skies broken up by cloudy intervals, and any showers […] The post Belize gets another warm Sunday with rain chances highest in the south appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-27 12:48 politics en

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Man calls police after brother in law steals his $35 ruda plant

By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): A 15 year old boy has been arrested and charged with rape of a child following an investigation involving a five year old boy in Orange Walk Town. According to the police report, the child was taken to the Orange Walk Police Station by his mother, where a report […] The post Man calls police after brother in law steals his $35 ruda plant appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-27 00:08 politics en

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Opposition reaffirms Prime Minister’s call for strengthened international monitoring

By Zoila Palma: Leader of the Opposition Tracy Panton has issued a statement saying that the Opposition “supports this decision to bring the recent threats to Belize’s sovereignty before the United Nations. At this critical juncture, as Belize prepares to make oral arguments at the ICJ, Belize must speak with one voice in defence of […] The post Opposition reaffirms Prime Minister’s call for strengthened international monitoring appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-26 19:19 politics en

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International News: Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez promises elections as country moves toward “full democracy”

By Zoila Palma: Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodríguez told the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday that the country will hold elections as part of a transition toward what she described as “full democracy,” but she did not provide a date for the vote. “I want to make this very clear at this General Assembly: […] The post International News: Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez promises elections as country moves toward “full democracy” appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-26 17:47 politics en

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Prime Minister to United Nations: “When Independence came, the flags changed. the structures did not”

By Zoila Palma: Prime Minister John Briceño has called for greater international action to address inequalities he linked to the legacies of slavery and colonialism, arguing that reparatory justice should be central to the global development framework that follows the Sustainable Development Goals. Addressing the General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations […] The post Prime Minister to United Nations: “When Independence came, the flags changed. the structures did not” appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-26 17:10 politics en

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Briceño condemns Netanyahu at UN, calls for end to Gaza war and occupation of Palestine

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Prime Minister John Briceño delivered a blistering condemnation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel’s actions in Gaza during Belize’s address to the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday, calling for an end to what he described as genocide, apartheid and the occupation of Palestine. Briceño questioned how the […] The post Briceño condemns Netanyahu at UN, calls for end to Gaza war and occupation of Palestine appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-26 14:38 politics en

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Ashema Chang charged after allegedly burning down Eugene Thompson’s house and leaving him homeless; Court orders psychiatric evaluation

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Eugene Thompson says he lost his home, belongings and virtually everything he owned when fire destroyed his Belama Phase 5 residence just one day after he was ordered to leave the property amid a domestic dispute with Ashema Chang. Now, Chang has appeared before the Belize City Magistrate’s Court in […] The post Ashema Chang charged after allegedly burning down Eugene Thompson’s house and leaving him homeless; Court orders psychiatric evaluation appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-26 01:32 politics en

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Benque woman reports common-law husband after allegedly throwing object at her that left her head bloody

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Police in Benque Viejo del Carmen are investigating a reported domestic assault after a 34-year-old woman alleged that her common-law husband struck her with an object and punched her in the face Thursday night. According to a police situation report, the woman told officers that her 47-year-old common-law husband returned […] The post Benque woman reports common-law husband after allegedly throwing object at her that left her head bloody appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-25 18:34 politics en

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International News: Jamaica’s Minister of Water and Environment calls for concrete action on UN Sea-Level Rise Declaration

By Zoila Palma: Jamaica’s Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Matthew Samuda, has called for concrete and sustained action following the adoption of a new United Nations Declaration on Sea-Level Rise. Speaking on behalf of CARICOM at the UN General Assembly’s High-Level Meeting on Sea-Level Rise on September 24, 2026, Samuda said the declaration […] The post International News: Jamaica’s Minister of Water and Environment calls for concrete action on UN Sea-Level Rise Declaration appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-25 15:06 politics en

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Teen found by police with gunshot wound in inner thigh and gun lying next to him brought to court in wheelchair for ‘Dusty-Eight’

By Breaking Belize News Staff: An 18-year-old Dangriga fisherman who was found suffering from a gunshot wound last week has now been remanded to prison after police alleged that a loaded .38 revolver discovered near where he was lying belonged to him. It also remains unclear, however, whether or not the injured gunshot victim shot […] The post Teen found by police with gunshot wound in inner thigh and gun lying next to him brought to court in wheelchair for ‘Dusty-Eight’ appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-25 02:25 politics en

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Father asks court to spare son jail after son allegedly pushes him down and kicks him for warning him about ‘bad area’; son shows up with neck stab wound after violent clash

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A Belize City man walked free from a common assault charge after his father told the court he never wanted his son prosecuted and only sought police intervention to calm him down following a violent family dispute. Stephen Barrington Flowers Jr., also known as “Fats,” appeared before the Chief Magistrate […] The post Father asks court to spare son jail after son allegedly pushes him down and kicks him for warning him about ‘bad area’; son shows up with neck stab wound after violent clash appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-24 20:39 politics en

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Prime Minister delivers keynote address at 12th International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership

By Zoila Palma: Today, during the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, Prime Minister John Briceño delivered the keynote address at the 12th International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership. The event was held under the theme “The Global African Alliance: Reimagining Solidarity, Sovereignty & South-South Cooperation.” The Prime Minister highlighted Belize’s unique position as […] The post Prime Minister delivers keynote address at 12th International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-24 20:23 politics en

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Police officer charged after allegedly lashing ex in back with broom, dragging her by hair, slapping her with cast-iron frying pan; Woman tries to drop charges but court doesn’t allow her

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A serving police officer attached to the Belama Police Station is out on bail after being charged with harm following allegations that he assaulted his ex-common-law wife during a domestic dispute in Lord’s Bank. Police Constable Marvin Card, 20, appeared before the Chief Magistrate on Tuesday, where he pleaded not […] The post Police officer charged after allegedly lashing ex in back with broom, dragging her by hair, slapping her with cast-iron frying pan; Woman tries to drop charges but court doesn’t allow her appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-24 18:19 politics en

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Prime Minister attends 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly

The Office of the Prime Minister informed that Prime Minister John Briceño departed the country on September 23, 2026, for New York City, New York, U.S.A., to attend the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. Leaders will convene at the United Nations Headquarters to discuss solutions to the world’s pressing global issues, from […] The post Prime Minister attends 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-24 16:53 politics en

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Bradley warns political frustration could lead Belize toward ‘mass political violence’

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Former Belize City Mayor Darrell Bradley has issued a stark warning that continued public frustration with Belize’s political system could eventually result in chaos and political violence if meaningful reforms are not undertaken. During an appearance on Channel 7’s Uncut, Bradley argued that Belizeans are becoming increasingly frustrated with what […] The post Bradley warns political frustration could lead Belize toward ‘mass political violence’ appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .

breakingbelizenews.com · 2026-09-24 16:51 politics en

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