POINT AND COUNTER-POINT: The East Indians – an Ethnic Group on the verge of extinction in Belize
The views expressed in this article are those of the writer and not necessarily those of Breaking Belize News. By Dorian Barrow, Ph.D., Florida State University: It really feels great to be writing again. And I want to thank especially Mr. Hugh O’Brien from Breaking Belize News (BBN) for publishing the POINT AND COUNTER-POINT column on […]
Spouses of the CARICOM Leaders Action Network mourns the loss of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, offers condolences to his family
By Benjamin Flowers: The Spouses of the CARICOM Leaders Action Network (SCLAN) issued a statement today, mourning the loss of Haiti’s President Jovenel Moïse, who was assassinated in his home early this morning. SCLAN also notes that Haiti’s First Lady Martine Moïse was seriously injured during the unfortunate incident. “This news is truly disheartening as […]
Haiti Government says situation under control after President’s assassination
By Rubén Morales Iglesias: The interim Prime Minister of Haiti, Claude Joseph said this morning that the situation in Haiti following this morning’s assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, is under control, according to Prensa Latina. Joseph said he was having meetings with the high brass of the National Police to ensure the continuity of the State […]
Phoenix Suns take Game 1 of NBA Finals, nail Milwaukee Bucks 118-105
By Rubén Morales Iglesias: The Phoenix Suns won Game 1 of the NBA Finals 118-105 over the Milwaukee Bucks in convincing fashion last night in Phoenix. The game was rather balanced in the first half but by the third quarter, the Suns had built a 20-lead. The Bucks battle back and got within seven in the […]
Prime Minister John Briceño expresses condolences to Haitian people after assassination of president Jovenel Moïse
By Rubén Morales Iglesias: “My prayers and condolences got out to the family of Haitian President, Jovenel Moïse. May those who committed this heinous act be held accountable. I encourage the people of our regional neighbors, Haiti, to move forward through these uncertain times in a peaceful and calm manner,” Prime Minister John Briceño posted on […]
Senate majority agrees to Governor-General ‘raise-a-pay’
By Aaron Humes: After near-unanimous consent given by the House of Representatives last week, the Senate has agreed to the Governor-General (Conditions of Service) Amendment Bill, 2021 and the Resolution to amend the Schedule to the Act. Leader of Government Business, Senator Eamon Courtenay, reminded that past Governor-General Sir Colville Young not only served with distinction, […]
Hospitals in Guatemala being overrun with COVID-19 patients
By Rubén Morale Iglesias: Public hospitals are being overrun with COVID-19 patients, according to reports out of Guatemala. In Guatemala City, the San Juan de Dios Hospital, one of the biggest public hospitals in the capital, had its worst day of the pandemic on Tuesday, according to Prensa Libre. In neighbouring Peten, the temporary hospital set […]
Region condemns assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, wife
By Aaron Humes: Jamaica’s Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson Smith has expressed shock and condemnation at the killings according to the Jamaica Gleaner. The White House described the attack as “horrific” and “tragic” and said it was still gathering information on what happened. U.S. President Joe Biden will be briefed later Wednesday by his national security […]