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15/01/2026

“Homelessness is becoming a serious problem in our society, and it's a sad one,” Briceño told News Five.

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Prime Minister John Briceño says the government is moving to expand shelter services across Belize as homelessness becomes an increasingly serious social issue.

15/01/2026

“Every leader has a responsibility to meet with anybody, especially in the business community or in any way. I think it’s their responsibility,” Briceño said.

He added that while such meetings are part of a leader’s duty, the optics matter. “Meeting on a yacht, that kind of makes you question the judgment. I think he could have met somewhere else,” he remarked.

Panton, meanwhile, pushed back against criticism of the meeting in a lengthy social‑media post...

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Prime Minister John Briceño has weighed in on Opposition Leader Tracy Panton’s recent meeting with Lord Michael Ashcroft, majority owner of SpeedNet.

15/01/2026

Prime Minister John Briceño told News 5 today that Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) must be allowed to make its own business decisions while the government ensures consumers are protected.

According to Briceno, consolidation is common globally and can be managed effectively under proper regulation.

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Prime Minister John Briceño told News 5 today that Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) must be allowed to make its own business decisions while the government ensures consumers are protected.

15/01/2026

Acting President Delcy Rodríguez spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday...Trump described the call in a post on social media, saying that the U.S.–Venezuela partnership is “spectacular FOR ALL," adding that "Venezuela will soon be great and prosperous again, perhaps more so than ever before!”

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The Venezuelan Embassy has confirmed that Acting President Delcy Rodríguez spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday

15/01/2026

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15/01/2026

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15/01/2026

According to the MOHW, 10 cases have been reported in Guatemala and 1 in El Salvador...symptoms include fever, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash that starts at the hairline and spreads downward to the rest of the body. A person can spread the virus from four days before the rash appears to four days after.

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The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) has issued a public alert following confirmed measles outbreaks across the Americas, including a recent cluster in neighboring Guatemala.

15/01/2026

Belize Honors George Price, Father of the Nation

There’s been a lot of talk lately about preserving our national monuments and honoring our heroes. But one name that continues to stand tall in Belizean history is the Right Honourable George Cadle Price, the Father of the Nation. Tomorrow, we celebrate George Price Day, paying tribute to the man who led Belize to independence. This year’s commemoration is being organized by the National Institute of Culture and History, along with the National Celebrations Commission and the Price family. The official ceremony kicks off at ten a.m. at Independence Hall and will be streamed live for everyone to join in. And there’s more, a special exhibition showcasing Price’s life and leadership will also be launched. Director of the Institute of Creative Arts, Kim Vasquez, says it’s about remembering George Price’s achievements, but it’s also about reflecting on the values and principles that continue to shape Belize today.
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15/01/2026

Pitts Declares UDP Battle-Ready Under Panton

Pitts underscored that under Tracy Panton’s leadership, the United Democratic Party is battle-ready and in strong fighting form. She highlighted the party’s policy priorities, which include advancing the Whistleblowers Act, strengthening Freedom of Information laws, and eliminating nepotistic appointments within government.
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15/01/2026

UDP Slams Briceno Over Crime, Redistricting Delays, and Rising Costs

The United Democratic Party is challenging the Briceno administration over what it claims are several social issues driving national hardship. Chairwoman Sheena Pitts, took the lead in raising these issues, pointing to escalating crime, the delay in carrying out the redistricting exercise, no progress in the two-million-dollar People’s Constitution Commission Report and the cost of living.
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15/01/2026

Ferguson to Take Middlesex Road Access Concern to Cabinet

For more than a decade, farmers in Middlesex have been struggling to get their produce to market, and the reason is simple: bad roads. Now, Stann Creek West Area Representative Rodwell Ferguson says he’s taking the fight to Cabinet to finally get this issue resolved. Farmers say the situation has gone from bad to worse, with land acquisition by Silk Grass Farms and efforts to open new roads blocked by the Ministry of Sustainable Development. That’s left the community stuck, literally. Ferguson shared the latest developments today, and we’ll be watching closely to see if this long-standing problem finally gets the attention it deserves.
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