# andré (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover andré. Page: Feed: --- ## [Built for Belize roads: Terralord now at Motor Solutions](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/built-for-belize-roads-terralord-now-at-motor-solutions/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The ZX Auto Terralord is here, and it is built for the roads Belizeans actually drive. 🛻 Available now at Motor Solutions LLP starting at $58,800. Whether you are hauling produce out of the bush, running a work crew to a job site, or navigating a rough village road \[…\] The post Built for Belize roads: Terralord now at Motor Solutions appeared first on Belize… ## [Las Terrazas gives Belize travelers three reasons to extend their stay](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/las-terrazas-gives-belize-travelers-three-reasons-to-extend-their-stay/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Las Terrazas Resort on Ambergris Caye is running three offers, and each one rewards a longer stay. Stay four nights and the fifth is free, valid through December 15, 2026. Book three consecutive nights or more and receive one complimentary 60 minute couples massage, valid through October 31, 2026. \[…\] The post Las Terrazas gives Belize travelers three reasons to… ## [Got six months of sales experience? The Office Gurus wants you](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/got-six-months-of-sales-experience-the-office-gurus-wants-you/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The Office Gurus Belize is hiring for sales, and the requirements are refreshingly simple. If you have six months or more of sales experience, you qualify. The position is on site in Belmopan, so this one is for people in and around the capital who want a steady role \[…\] The post Got six months of sales experience? The Office Gurus wants you appeared first on… ## [PUP says this is the year, but can Aaron Mai actually beat Earl Trapp?](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/pup-says-this-is-the-year-but-can-aaron-mai-actually-beat-earl-trapp/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Four terms. Four wins. Earl Trapp has held San Ignacio and Santa Elena through every challenger the PUP has thrown at him, and now he is going for a fifth. The PUP says 2027 is different. Last month, at the party’s National Party Council meeting in Dangriga, Prime Minister \[…\] The post PUP says this is the year, but can Aaron Mai actually beat Earl Trapp?… ## [New system will track unsafe medicines, vaccines and fake medical products in Belize](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/new-system-will-track-unsafe-medicines-vaccines-and-fake-medical-products-in-belize/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The Ministry of Health and Wellness has moved forward with the operationalisation of a National Post-Market Surveillance System for medicines and vaccines. The work took place during a three day workshop last week supported by the Pan American Health Organization, bringing together officials from government agencies, health facility representatives, \[…\] The post… ## [Two detained after armed robbery at Independence Village shop](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/two-detained-after-armed-robbery-at-independence-village-shop/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Two men were detained within hours of an armed robbery at a shop on Big Creek Road in Independence Village on Saturday afternoon. Police received information of a robbery in progress around 2:30pm. On arrival, officers found a wallet on the floor of the shop containing a social security \[…\] The post Two detained after armed robbery at Independence Village shop… ## [Belize River Valley ranchers learn how to grow better cattle from the ground up](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/belize-river-valley-ranchers-learn-how-to-grow-better-cattle-from-the-ground-up/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Cattle ranchers from across the Belize River Valley are taking part in a training in regenerative cattle production at the Belize Rural High School in Double Head Cabbage. The session, facilitated by Mr. Daniel Juan, focuses on an approach that puts healthy soils, productive pastures, resilient livestock and environmental \[…\] The post Belize River Valley… ## [Belize eyes more Taiwan internships and university partnerships](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/belize-eyes-more-taiwan-internships-and-university-partnerships/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Minister of Public Service and Disaster Risk Management Henry Charles Usher met with Taiwan’s Vice Minister of Education Liu Kuo-wei on Friday to discuss higher education cooperation and overseas internship programmes for young people. According to Taiwan’s Ministry of Education, Liu said the two countries share core values including \[…\] The post Belize eyes… ## [The emperor, the bishops, and the vowel that split an empire](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/the-emperor-the-bishops-and-the-vowel-that-split-an-empire/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Horace Palacio: This Sunday morning, in churches across Belize, from the cathedrals of Belize City to the village chapels of Toledo, congregations will stand and recite words most have known since childhood. We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. Now let me ask a question very few of \[…\] The post The emperor, the bishops, and the vowel that split an empire… ## [Belize turns up the heat with sunny skies and 95 inland](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/23/belize-turns-up-the-heat-with-sunny-skies-and-95-inland/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): A fresh to moderate easterly airflow is in control over Belize today, according to the National Meteorological Service. Expect sunny skies with a few cloudy spells and isolated shower activity through the day. Tonight will be partly cloudy with isolated showers, except for a medium chance of a few \[…\] The post Belize turns up the heat with sunny skies and 95… ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/YhWh2tBDBHco) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## [Robbery suspect leaves social security card at the crime scene, police catch two men hours later](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/robbery-suspect-leaves-social-security-card-at-the-crime-scene-police-catch-two-men-hours-later/) _2026-08-23 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Two men were detained within hours of an armed robbery at a shop on Big Creek Road in Independence Village on Saturday afternoon. Police received information of a robbery in progress around 2:30pm. On arrival, officers found a wallet on the floor containing a social security card and other \[…\] The post Robbery suspect leaves social security card at the crime… ## [Belize Coast Guard supports Pancotto Primary School through community service](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/belize-coast-guard-supports-pancotto-primary-school-through-community-service/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Students of the Belize Coast Guard’s Petty Officer Class Three Course 01/2026 stepped outside the classroom to give back to the community through a service initiative at Pancotto Primary School in Sandhill Village. As the school prepares to welcome students for the new academic year, the Coast Guard sailors assisted with painting \[…\] The post Belize Coast Guard supports Pancotto… ## [BELTRAIDE showcases Belizean creatives and entrepreneurs at Climate Week 2026](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/beltraide-showcases-belizean-creatives-and-entrepreneurs-at-climate-week-2026/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The Belize Trade and Investment Development Service (BELTRAIDE) is participating in Climate Week 2026 in Punta Gorda, Toledo, highlighting the role of creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation in building a more sustainable economy. As part of Orange Economy Day, BELTRAIDE is showcasing Belizean creatives and entrepreneurs who are combining culture, tradition and innovation \[…\]… ## [PUP San Ignacio-Santa Elena slate has no Councilor candidate from Santa Elena](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/pup-san-ignacio-santa-elena-slate-has-no-councilor-candidate-from-santa-elena/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The PUP’s municipal slate for San Ignacio and Santa Elena is taking shape following the party’s delegate convention, but the final lineup has no councilor candidate from Santa Elena. The convention was held to select the councilor candidates who will join mayoral candidate Aaron Mai on the PUP’s slate for the 2027 \[…\] The post PUP San Ignacio-Santa Elena slate has no Councilor… ## [No Santa Elena Councilor candidate selected as Omar and Danielle Rodriguez fall short at PUP Convention](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/no-santa-elena-councilor-candidate-selected-as-omar-and-danielle-rodriguez-fall-short-at-pup-convention/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: No councilor candidate from Santa Elena was selected to the PUP’s municipal slate following the party’s convention in Cayo, where delegates voted to determine the team that will contest the 2027 municipal elections for San Ignacio and Santa Elena. Of the nine candidates who contested the convention, six secured positions on the \[…\] The post No Santa Elena Councilor candidate… ## [Aaron Mai and PUP San Ignacio and Santa Elena team sworn in](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/aaron-mai-and-pup-san-ignacio-and-santa-elena-team-sworn-in/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Aaron Mai has been officially sworn in as the People’s United Party (PUP) mayoral candidate following the party’s municipal convention in Cayo, where delegates selected the councilor candidates who will form part of the PUP’s slate for the 2027 municipal elections. The convention recorded a 100 percent turnout, with all 217 delegates \[…\] The post Aaron Mai and PUP San Ignacio and… ## [BDF assists La Immaculada RC with back-to-school preparations](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/bdf-assists-la-immaculada-rc-with-back-to-school-preparations/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Members of the Belize Defence Force (BDF) assisted with preparations at La Immaculada RC School in Eyles Camp, Orange Walk District, on Friday, August 21, 2026, as the school gets ready to welcome students for the new academic year. Soldiers from Gulf Company of the Second Infantry Battalion carried out pressure washing, \[…\] The post BDF assists La Immaculada RC with back-to-school… ## [International News: Canadian Prime Minister calls new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods a ‘miscalculation’](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/international-news-canadian-prime-minister-calls-new-u-s-tariffs-on-canadian-goods-a-miscalculation/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called the United States’ decision to impose steep new tariffs on Canadian goods a “miscalculation” after trade negotiations between the two countries collapsed late Friday. The new 50% duties took effect at midnight, affecting a wide range of Canadian exports and escalating tensions between the two \[…\] The post International News: Canadian… ## [International News: Europe endures scorching summer as heat waves push temperatures above 40°C](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/international-news-europe-endures-scorching-summer-as-heat-waves-push-temperatures-above-40c/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Western Europe is experiencing an unusually hot summer, with a series of intense heat waves pushing temperatures above 40°C (104°F) across several countries. The extreme heat began as early as May, when a heat dome shattered temperature records, and by mid-August, the region had experienced its fifth major heat wave of the \[…\] The post International News: Europe endures scorching… ## [International News: Argentina seeks to become Latin America’s Artificial Intelligence hub](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/international-news-argentina-seeks-to-become-latin-americas-artificial-intelligence-hub/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Argentina is positioning itself to become a major artificial intelligence hub in Latin America as President Javier Milei’s administration pushes deregulation, investment incentives and technology infrastructure to attract billions of dollars in new investment. The government is promoting data centers, high-speed connectivity and partnerships with technology companies as part of its… ## [ThreatCrush on GitHub (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cGJvlRpQz9KJ) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ View the ThreatCrush listing on the GitHub Marketplace. ## [BEL and government call press conference on energy issues](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/bel-and-government-call-press-conference-on-energy-issues/) _2026-08-22 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Belize Electricity Limited and the Government of Belize have called a press conference for Monday morning to address what they describe as topical issues within the energy landscape. The briefing is set for Monday, August 24 at 10am at Toucan Hall, Belize Biltmore Plaza, 3 Miles Philip Goldson Highway, \[…\] The post BEL and government call press conference on… ## [Evangelical association accepts pastor’s rape conviction and 10 year sentence](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/evangelical-association-accepts-pastors-rape-conviction-and-10-year-sentence/) _2026-08-22 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The National Evangelical Association of Belize has acknowledged the conviction and 10 year prison sentence handed down to Pastor Victor Hernandez on Monday, August 17. In a press release signed by President Rev. Santie Valencia and the NEAB National Executive Team, the association said the situation is disturbing and saddening \[…\] The post Evangelical… ## [Six dollars an hour: who really wins and who could lose?](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/six-dollars-an-hour-who-really-wins-and-who-could-lose/) _2026-08-22 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Horace Palacio: On Friday, the Prime Minister said it again. His government remains committed to raising the minimum wage from five to six dollars an hour, a Plan Belize 2.0 promise, but the timing must wait on the wider economy and on what businesses can absorb. More talks with the Chamber of Commerce are \[…\] The post Six dollars an hour: who really wins and who could lose? appeared first on… ## [Electricity up, fuel high, transport shaky: PM faces cost of living backlash](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/electricity-up-fuel-high-transport-shaky-pm-faces-cost-of-living-backlash/) _2026-08-22 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Prime Minister John Briceño says he understands the frustration over the cost of living but insists government has limited room to act. Speaking to reporters as electricity bills spike, fuel prices stay high and bus operators threaten to park their buses, Briceño repeated that many of the pressures on \[…\] The post Electricity up, fuel high, transport shaky: PM… ## [PM responds as Belizeans report tripled electricity bills](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/pm-responds-as-belizeans-report-tripled-electricity-bills/) _2026-08-22 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Prime Minister John Briceño says he is concerned about the sharp spikes in electricity bills that have consumers venting online, but rejects the suggestion that BEL is taking advantage of customers. Over the past two days, complaints have flooded Facebook, with some consumers reporting that their bills tripled. “Certainly \[…\] The post PM responds as Belizeans… ## [Wet start to Saturday as rain spreads across Belize](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/wet-start-to-saturday-as-rain-spreads-across-belize/) _2026-08-22 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Belize starts the weekend with a wet morning and rougher water offshore. The National Meteorological Service says warm, moist and unstable conditions are in place. Expect sunshine with cloudy spells today, along with a few showers, thunderstorms and some light rain over southern and central areas this morning. The \[…\] The post Wet start to Saturday as rain… ## [PM says: “We are trying to do everything we possibly can to assist” as cost of living rises](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/pm-says-we-are-trying-to-do-everything-we-possibly-can-to-assist-as-cost-of-living-rises/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Belizeans continue to feel the pressure of rising living costs as electricity rates increase and price of fuel remains high. Prime Minister John Briceño says the government understands the affordability concerns but has limited control over many of the factors driving prices upward. Briceño pointed to the cost of imported fuel and \[…\] The post PM says: “We are trying to do… ## [Prime Minister on higher light bills: “We are suffering 13 years of UDP neglect”](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/22/prime-minister-on-higher-light-bills-we-are-suffering-13-years-of-udp-neglect/) _2026-08-22 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Prime Minister John Briceno explained to 7News Belize on Friday that he is concerned about the reports of recent spikes in electricity bills. “I’ve already spoken to Minister Chebat and I’ve asked him to meet with Executive Chairman Young and the people from BEL and PUC and to be able to meet \[…\] The post Prime Minister on higher light bills: “We are suffering 13 years of UDP… ## [Hot Type: ‘Everyone Has to Realise They’re Going to Try to Steal the Elections’](https://www.bylinesupplement.com/p/hot-type-everyone-has-to-realise) _2026-08-22 · Heidi Cuda · Byline Times_ Byline political columnist Heidi Siegmund Cuda documents the Trump regime’s comprehensive attacks on the November midterm elections and the collective pushback required for its efforts to fail ## [D’Fab 4 brings The Beatles Show to Lamanai Riverside Retreat](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/dfab-4-brings-the-beatles-show-to-lamanai-riverside-retreat/) _2026-08-21 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The Beatles are coming to Orange Walk, or as close as you can get. D’Fab 4, a Beatles experience band, takes the stage live at Lamanai Riverside Retreat on Saturday, September 5 at 7pm. The four piece delivers the songbook that defined a generation, from the early hits to \[…\] The post D’Fab 4 brings The Beatles Show to Lamanai Riverside Retreat appeared first on… ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rHieWc5p5t0X) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [PM says new power suppliers could come online within months; blames energy crisis on years of underinvestment by previous administration](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/pm-says-new-power-suppliers-could-come-online-within-months-blames-energy-crisis-on-years-of-underinvestment-by-previous-administration/) _2026-08-21 · editor@breakingbelizenews.com · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff: Prime Minister John Briceño says Belize’s present electricity challenges are the result of years of inadequate investment in domestic generation and transmission infrastructure, while maintaining that several projects now underway could eventually reduce the country’s dependence on expensive imported power. Briceño rejected suggestions on Friday that Belize… ## [PM says he knows Belizeans are struggling but $6 minimum wage increase must consider businesses](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/pm-says-he-knows-belizeans-are-struggling-but-6-minimum-wage-increase-must-consider-businesses/) _2026-08-21 · editor@breakingbelizenews.com · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff: Prime Minister John Briceño says his government remains committed to increasing Belize’s minimum wage to $6 per hour but says the timing of the increase must take into account the wider economy and the ability of businesses to absorb higher labour costs. Responding to concerns about the rising cost of \[…\] The post PM says he knows Belizeans are struggling but $6… ## [University of Belize hosts special screening of Salvadoran Folklore Film](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/university-of-belize-hosts-special-screening-of-salvadoran-folklore-film/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The University of Belize (UB) welcomed the Embassy of El Salvador for a special screening of “Las Aventuras del Cipitío”, giving students an opportunity to explore Salvadoran culture, folklore and traditions through film. The event formed part of the ongoing partnership between UB’s Regional Language Center (RLC) and the Embassy of El \[…\] The post University of Belize hosts special… ## [PM Briceño says he is concerned over sharp increases in electricity bills; Meeting with BEL and PUC scheduled](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/pm-briceno-says-he-is-concerned-over-sharp-increases-in-electricity-bills-meeting-with-bel-and-puc-scheduled/) _2026-08-21 · editor@breakingbelizenews.com · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff: Prime Minister John Briceño says he shares the concerns of Belizeans who have reported sharp increases in their electricity bills and has instructed that the matter be reviewed with Belize Electricity Limited and the Public Utilities Commission. Speaking to the media on Friday, Briceño said he is concerned both as \[…\] The post PM Briceño says he is concerned over… ## [UK, Belize discuss sustainable finance and climate resilience at Green and Blue Finance Forum](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/uk-belize-discuss-sustainable-finance-and-climate-resilience-at-green-and-blue-finance-forum/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: British High Commissioner to Belize Alistair White and UK Climate, Environment and Energy Officer for Belize and the Caribbean, Zana Wade, participated in the Green and Blue Finance Forum 2026 held in Punta Gorda, where discussions focused on financing sustainable and resilient development in Belize. The UK’s participation reflects its continued interest \[…\] The post UK, Belize… ## [UDP demands immediate rollback of latest Electricity rate increase](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/udp-demands-immediate-rollback-of-latest-electricity-rate-increase/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The United Democratic Party (UDP) is calling on the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and the Government of Belize to immediately reverse the latest increase in electricity rates, arguing that consumers are already struggling with the rising cost of basic necessities. The PUC has approved a 1.5-cent-per-kilowatt-hour Cost of Power Adjustment for August, \[…\] The post UDP demands… ## [UDP asks where the benefit is after $400 million power investment](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/udp-asks-where-the-benefit-is-after-400-million-power-investment/) _2026-08-21 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The United Democratic Party is calling on the Public Utilities Commission and the Government of Belize to immediately roll back the latest increase in electricity rates. In a release issued Friday, the party said the cost of living is already crippling Belizean families, with food, rent and transportation consuming \[…\] The post UDP asks where the benefit is… ## [Three years on, $77 million Saudi solar loan yet to break ground](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/three-years-on-77-million-saudi-solar-loan-yet-to-break-ground/) _2026-08-21 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): A US$77 million loan from the Saudi Fund for Development, signed in August 2023 to build a 60 megawatt solar plant in Belize, has still not produced a project on the ground. Nearly three years after the agreement was signed, Minister of Public Utilities Michel Chebat says the plan \[…\] The post Three years on, $77 million Saudi solar loan yet to break ground… ## [Motorcycle rider killed after slamming into San Estevan roundabout](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/motorcycle-rider-killed-after-slamming-into-san-estevan-roundabout/) _2026-08-21 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Melquir Antonio Westby, a 37 year old labourer of Palmar Village, died early Friday morning after crashing his motorcycle into the San Estevan roundabout. Police responded to the scene around 12:30am and found Westby face upward on the grass of the roundabout with an open wound to the right \[…\] The post Motorcycle rider killed after slamming into San Estevan… ## [Toledo Institute for Development and Environment scholarship program supports 42 students](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/toledo-institute-for-development-and-environment-scholarship-program-supports-42-students/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) is supporting 42 students through its 2026 Scholarship Program, helping young people overcome financial barriers and pursue their educational goals. The program provides assistance to students who may otherwise face challenges meeting the costs associated with their studies. “Our scholarship program is committed to \[…\] The… ## [53 Farmers complete Ya’axché’s Farmer Field School programme](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/53-farmers-complete-yaaxches-farmer-field-school-programme/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Fifty-three farmers from communities across the Toledo District have completed Cohort 1 of the Farmer Field School (FFS) under the Sustainable & Inclusive Belize (SAIB) project. The farmers received certificates in recognition of their commitment to sustainable and climate-smart agriculture on August 20, 2026. The farmers who participated in at least six \[…\] The post 53 Farmers… ## [International News: Cuba says US sanctions undermine efforts to attract private investment](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/international-news-cuba-says-us-sanctions-undermine-efforts-to-attract-private-investment/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Cuba has accused the United States of undermining its efforts to open the economy to private investment by continuing to impose sanctions on Cuban companies and officials. Cuban U.N. Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán questioned why Washington continues to increase economic pressure while simultaneously calling for greater private-sector participation in Cuba. During an \[…\] The post… ## [Union senator: “We need a sensible plan to deal with cost of living”](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/union-senator-we-need-a-sensible-plan-to-deal-with-cost-of-living/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Union Senator Glenfield Dennison has raised concerns over Belize’s rising cost of living, arguing that economic hardship is placing increasing pressure on working families and contributing to crime. Dennison called for a comprehensive plan to address poverty, create employment opportunities and make basic necessities more affordable. “There is no plan to fight \[…\] The post Union… ## [PUP delegates to select 6 Councilor candidates for San Ignacio and Santa Elena](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/pup-delegates-to-select-6-councilor-candidates-for-san-ignacio-and-santa-elena/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The People’s United Party (PUP) will hold its Municipal Convention on Saturday, August 22 in San Ignacio where delegates will select six councilor candidates from nine applicants seeking to represent the party in the March 2027 municipal elections in San Ignacio and Santa Elena. The convention is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. to \[…\] The post PUP delegates to select 6 Councilor candidates… ## [Aaron Mai to be endorsed as PUP Mayoral Candidate for San Ignacio and Santa Elena](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/aaron-mai-to-be-endorsed-as-pup-mayoral-candidate-for-san-ignacio-and-santa-elena/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Aaron Mai is set to be officially endorsed as the People’s United Party’s (PUP) mayoral candidate for San Ignacio and Santa Elena following the party’s Municipal Convention on Saturday, August 22. Mai was the only person to submit an application for the mayoral position ahead of the convention. The convention will be \[…\] The post Aaron Mai to be endorsed as PUP Mayoral Candidate… ## [International News: Mexican Navy rescues 2 fishermen after 5 days drifting in Pacific](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/international-news-mexican-navy-rescues-2-fishermen-after-5-days-drifting-in-pacific/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The Mexican Navy has rescued two fishermen who spent five days drifting in the Pacific Ocean after being found sitting on a cooler more than 240 kilometers off the coast of Chiapas. The men, ages 53 and 32, were located approximately 130 nautical miles offshore, according to Mexican authorities. The fishermen had \[…\] The post International News: Mexican Navy rescues 2 fishermen… ## [America just crossed 40 trillion in debt, and yes Belize, that number lives in your wallet](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/america-just-crossed-40-trillion-in-debt-and-yes-belize-that-number-lives-in-your-wallet/) _2026-08-21 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Horace Palacio: A screenshot has been making the rounds. The United States national debt has officially crossed 40 trillion dollars. Forty, followed by twelve zeros. Just insane, the caption said. And somewhere in Belize, somebody scrolled past it thinking, that is America’s problem. Sit down, my friend. Today I am going to show you \[…\] The post America just crossed 40 trillion in debt, and yes… ## [Weak tropical wave crosses Belize with showers focused south](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/weak-tropical-wave-crosses-belize-with-showers-focused-south/) _2026-08-21 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): A weak tropical wave is making its way over Belize, according to the National Meteorological Service. Skies will be sunny with some cloudy spells today and partly cloudy tonight. A few showers and isolated thunderstorms will continue mostly over southern and some offshore areas this morning, then redevelop over \[…\] The post Weak tropical wave crosses Belize with… ## [International News: Taiwan warns and shadows Chinese Research ship near sensitive waters](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/21/international-news-taiwan-warns-and-shadows-chinese-research-ship-near-sensitive-waters/) _2026-08-21 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Today, Taiwan’s coast guard said that it warned and shadowed a Chinese research vessel operating in sensitive waters west of the island, marking the third time the ship has been detected in the area since May. Taipei views the repeated presence of Chinese vessels near Taiwan as part of ongoing maritime pressure. \[…\] The post International News: Taiwan warns and shadows Chinese… ## [USS Lincoln: ‘The Ships Are Breaking Almost as Fast as the People’](https://www.bylinesupplement.com/p/uss-lincoln-the-ships-are-breaking) _2026-08-21 · Byline Times · Byline Times_ Exhaustion, low morale, ‘starvation’ rations and broken equipment – Brynn Tannehill examines what the 260-day deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln says about the limits of US power