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Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre breaks ground for new headquarters in Belize
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 29, 2025
In a landmark moment for climate resilience across the region, the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) officially broke ground this week on its new state-of-the-art headquarters, to be constructed at the University of Belize’s (UB)...
‘Our Beautiful Son Emiliano is at Rest’
Great Belize Television Channel 5
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July 10, 2025
At just seven months old, Baby Emiliano Flores had already touched hearts across Belize. After a brave fight with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic illness that rapidly weakens the body’s muscles, Emiliano passed away on Wednesday....
Disturbance in Belize and Yucatan could strengthen this weekend
WFTV - Florida
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June 27, 2025
ORLANDO, Fla. — We’re keeping an eye on a disturbance over Belize and the Yucatan, which could develop as it moves back over the Bay of Campeche in the southwest Gulf this weekend. For central Florida, a weak storm system remains nearby, and so...
Disturbance near Belize could become Atlantic’s next named tropical storm
WFTV - Florida
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June 27, 2025
ORLANDO, Fla. — Channel 9 meteorologists are monitoring an area of disturbance that has a small chance of becoming the next named Atlantic storm. A collection of showers and storms is currently forming off the coast of Belize. This weather system...
Belize’s World Cup blues
Amandala
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June 18, 2025
With FIFA World Cup Qualifying games taking place this past week across the globe, football fans are in a frenzy whenever their national teams take the field to give their all in the tough competition for a spot in the 2026 World Cup. But not so...
Ancient Ruler's Tomb Uncovered After Nearly 1,700 Years
Newsweek
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July 10, 2025
Archaeologists from the University of Houston have uncovered the tomb of Te K'ab Chaak, the first known ruler of Caracol, an ancient Maya city in present-day Belize. The discovery comes after over four decades of excavation by married...
Sobers blames former govt for UK visa restrictions
Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
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Jensen La Vende Senior Reporter jensen.lavende@guardian.co.tt Caricom and Foreign Affairs Minister Sean Sobers says the United Kingdom’s decision to impose visa requirements on T&T nationals stems from a lack of political will...
Celebrating Belize’s rich history in chocolate making
Sussex World
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June 23, 2025
Located in the heart of Central America, Belize is not just a tropical paradise; but a paradise for chocolate enthusiasts, with a rich history of Mayan chocolate traditions and some of the world's finest cacao. Chocolate has a long history in...
Belizean Youth Shine at UN Ocean Conference With Powerful Marine Art Display
Love FM
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June 12, 2025
Belizean youth are making a significant splash at the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice, France, as Itz’at STEAM Academy proudly represents the nation with their innovative ocean art piece and passionate advocacy for marine...
One of Belize’s Best Beach Towns Is Hidden Between the Sea and the Jungle
Caribbean Journal
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June 18, 2025
Placencia isn’t a resort town. It’s quieter. Warmer. Slower. The kind of place where the Caribbean still feels intimate — and where you can walk barefoot from your beach cabana to a seaside shack for grilled lobster and a cold Belikin, then head...
From Island Girl to Beauty Queen: Faith Edgar Crowned Miss World Belize 2025
Ambergris Today
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June 16, 2025
As someone who has had the privilege of watching so many incredible young people grow up on this island, few moments feel as rewarding as this one. This past weekend, the entire island of Ambergris Caye beamed with pride as Faith Edgar, one of our...
This Island in Belize Is Home to One of the World’s Greatest Lobster Festivals
Caribbean Journal
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June 16, 2025
In San Pedro, July doesn’t start with fireworks—it starts with lobster. The 2025 edition of the San Pedro Lobster Festival officially kicks off on July 1, ushering in nearly two weeks of crustacean-fueled celebration across the island of Ambergris...
Simone Biles sparks plastic surgery rumors with stunning poolside photo
MARCA
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July 10, 2025
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, sparked a wave of speculation after posting stunning photod from her Belize getaway this week. In the snapshots, she lounges by the pool in a chic Fendi bikini alongside her NFL-player husband...
Police Brutality Claims Spark Investigations in Corozal
Love FM
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July 10, 2025
Both an internal and criminal investigation have been launched by the Belize Police Department following a violent altercation between officers in Corozal and villagers of Paraiso. It is an incident caught on camera that has once again given a...
Tyrese Talks New Music and Upcoming Fantastic Voyage Performance
Black America Web
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June 13, 2025
Source: Reach Media / Urban One Tyrese recently sat down with The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, and shared details on his upcoming performance aboard the Tom Joyner Foundation Fantastic Voyage, the joys and challenges of fatherhood, and an...
Racially Motivated Violence Sparks Fear in Belizean Immigrants
Great Belize Television Channel 5
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June 13, 2025
Tonight, fear is gripping immigrant communities in Ireland, including Belizeans, after a disturbing outbreak of racially motivated violence. What began as a peaceful vigil in support of a young assault victim quickly spiraled into chaos over the...
PSU President Accuses GOB of Union Busting via Media Campaigns
Love FM
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June 13, 2025
President of the Public Service Union, Dean Flowers, has coined recent advertisements as a form of union busting. According to Flowers, the government has been using its media production resources, such as the Belize Press Office, as a means to...
Four Killed, 10 Rescued, 12 Missing After Houthis Sink Cargo Ship In Red Sea
News18
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July 10, 2025
Last Updated:July 10, 2025, 20:22 IST Aspides, the EU's naval task force patrolling the Red Sea, said a total of 25 people were onboard the Liberian-flagged cargo ship named 'Eternity C' Liberia-flagged bulk carrier Eternity C sinking after it was...
Yasser Musa Launches New E-Book Blending Art, Ideas, and Belizean Musa Identity
Great Belize Television Channel 5
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June 12, 2025
Today in Belize City, celebrated author and publisher Yasser Musa unveiled his latest creation, IMAGINEaStories, at the Imagination Factri. The digital publication is a curated collection of Musa’s Facebook posts spanning seventeen years, where he...
Barbados gets 55 nominations for CBU Media Awards
The Nation Barbados
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June 12, 2025
Barbados will be well represented at the 36th Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) Media Awards, with four organisations earning a total of 55 nominations. Leading the way is the Government Information Service (GIS), which secured 24 nominations....