Culture

Culture December 4, 2006

Legendary Vocalist Louis Peyrefitte Passes

legendary Belizean vocalist Louis Peyrefitte has passed away in New Jersey after a long battle with kidney disease.

Culture December 1, 2006

MBRS Gets $12,000 from IDB for Garifuna Radio Show

The Meso-American Barrier Reef System received a $12,000 grant from the IDB to produce a Garifuna radio show aimed at fishing communities.

Culture December 1, 2006

Revisiting Winston, Buster, and the Jade Head

The National Institute of Culture and History will rewrite history to recognize Winston Herbert and Wilhelm Butler as the discoverers of the Jade Head at Altun Ha.

Culture November 30, 2006

'Jaded' Premieres on Channel 7

The movie 'Jaded', filmed in Belize by students and Youth for the Future, premieres on Channel 7 as part of Youth Week.

Culture November 30, 2006

Mennonite Women & Their Handmade Quilts

Mennonite women in Belize showcase their handmade quilts at the House of Culture, highlighting their cultural traditions and craftsmanship.

Culture November 30, 2006

Winston and Busta Get RESPECT from NICH

Winston Herbert and Wilhelm Butler received recognition from NICH for their discovery of the Jade Head and contributions to Belize's cultural heritage.

Culture November 30, 2006

Kalila Enriquez Goes to the Spoken Word

Kalila Enriquez has published a book of poems titled "unfettered," featuring various themes including love, life, and identity.

Culture November 29, 2006

Ditsie and Dotty's Plantaish

the Belize Theatre Company will premiere its play "Cyaant Walk Da Mi Plantaish" featuring live music, comedy, and a cast of eight main members tomorrow night.

Culture November 28, 2006

WIN Belize Torch in Belmopan

the torch run for Women's Week raised awareness of HIV and violence against women as it traveled through various Belizean towns including Belmopan.

Culture November 24, 2006

Caye Caulker's Drum Debazte

Caye Caulker's entertainment businesses face restrictions on live Garifuna music due to strict liquor licensing regulations, sparking a debate over culture and noise pollution.

Culture November 22, 2006

Jaime Awe Takes Us to the 'Place of the Ticks'

archaeologists discovered a significant burial tomb at Cahal Pech, revealing artifacts and suggesting a Maya repopulation of the site between 850 and 1200 AD.

Culture November 21, 2006

Catholic Bishop O.P. Martin Retires

Osmond Peter Martin has announced his retirement as Bishop, confirmed by the Catholic Presbytery and approved by Pope Benedict.