In recent days you’ve heard constant talk of the new normal affecting every facet of daily life from dining out to taking a walk, but COVID-19 has had more profound effects, even altering customs and traditions from cradle to grave. Today, Cherisse Halsall looked at how COVID has turned the funeral, a cultural anchor, into a small event in passing: | 7 News Belize

Schools with COVID 2 weeks ago we told you about Wesley's lower schools' closure after it was revealed that their standard I and Standard III classes had been exposed to the COVID-19 virus. It was part of a COVID cluster that originated when parents working at the Princess Casino went home to children who attended Wesley lower. But while Wesley lower was the first school to be exposed it wouldn’t be the last. That very week classrooms at Queen Square Anglican were also exposed, forcing that scho

121 CASES AND 4 DEATHS IN 24 HOURS Belize crossed a grim threshold yesterday when it reported a record number of positive COVID tests and COVID deaths. There were 121 new cases confirmed and 4 deaths in, 2 males and 2 females. The deaths include a man in his 40’s with underlying medical conditions who died at the Northern Regional Hospital after being hospitalized for approximately 12 hrs. The second man was in his 70s and also had underlying conditions, he died at a private facility in Belize C

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Belize is a paradise of stunning blues! From crystal-clear waters to vibrant marine life, and the world’s second-largest barrier reef, every moment here is a beach lover’s dream. 🐠🌴 Whether you’re snorkeling, kayaking, or relaxing on the shore, Belize’s natural beauty will take your breath away. 🌅 #TravelBelize #Belize | Travel Belize