Maya & Forest Science: New research using LiDAR scans suggests Belize’s “undisturbed” rainforest still carries the imprint of ancient Maya land use, linking today’s canopy patterns to buried buildings and canals. Carnival Safety Debate: After a fatal stabbing on Pickstock Street during Carnival, a reader is calling for Carnival to stop entirely, sparking renewed arguments over whether the event itself or the violence around it needs fixing. Public Figure Loss: Lady Norma Young, wife of former Governor-General Sir Colville Young, has died. Weather Watch: Belize stays mainly fair and warm, with inland highs near 96°F and only isolated showers or thunderstorms, while no tropical cyclone formation is expected soon. Wildlife Ethics: A guide urges people to see sloths responsibly, warning that handling and constant human interaction can cause extreme stress. Electricity Relief: Cabinet doubled the GST exemption threshold on residential power bills from $100 to $200, benefiting over 91,000 customers. Energy Security Moves: Government also approved measures to strengthen BEL’s electricity supply ahead of a projected 2027 shortfall, including an emergency declaration for added generation. Cacao Exports: Maya Mountain Cacao says its final 2026 containers for the U.S. are on the way, with the EU shipment next week, marking the end of the export season. Crime & Community Impact: A 45-year-old man died after being stabbed early Saturday on Pickstock Street; police say alcohol and an altercation were involved.