Belize Tourism & Travel: WestJet is adding more nonstop options for Belize, including a new weekly Winnipeg–Belize City route starting Dec. 14, making it easier for Canadian travellers to pair reef time with Maya and rainforest stops. Immersive Entertainment at Sea: Chefs Making Waves 2027 has unveiled a star-studded chef lineup for its Caribbean cruise, featuring Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, Michael Symon, Kardea Brown, Tiffany Derry, Duff Goldman and Marcus Samuelsson. Local Sports & Wellness: The Belize Defence Force Run Club took part in the Roots and Routes 10K Relay Trail Race at the Belize Botanic Gardens, with organizers praising the low-waste, reusable-bottle approach. Tech for Youth (Robotics): Belize continues building its “Robotics as a Sport” model after it was highlighted at the Caribbean STEM SEED Summit, positioning robotics for coaching, teamwork, and job-ready skills. Community & Culture: Dangriga Mayor Robert Mariano received an Atlanta City Council proclamation recognizing the town as the Cultural Capital of Belize and celebrating Garifuna music, dance, and heritage. Food Culture: Travel And Tour World named the Americas and Caribbean’s top food destinations for 2026, spotlighting the region’s culinary hotspots. Public Awareness: NCFC’s Blue Teddy Bear campaign and anti-human trafficking push continues, urging Belizeans to wear blue and share photos. Judicial Appointments Tension: The Association of Defense Attorneys and the Bar Association of Belize are clashing over High Court judge recommendations, sparking debate over whether local attorneys are being overlooked.