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Moses “Shyne” Barrow Loses Reelection Bid In Belize, Delivers Statement

Moses “Shyne” Barrow lost his reelection bid in Belize for his House of Representatives seat to a fellow party member.

Things to do on Ambergris Caye: La Isla Bonita

The largest island in Belize is also the country's most popular tourist destination – and for good reason. La Isla Bonita, as it's affectionately known, is perfectly positioned just a short distance from arguably the country's greatest asset: the Belize Barrier Reef. The post Things to do on Ambergris Caye: La Isla Bonita appeared first on Atlas & Boots.

Best dive sites in Belize: our top 8 picks

Pint-sized Belize on the Caribbean Sea has countless dive sites from laid-back shore dives to intense drifts and everything in between. The translucent seas hugging the country's idyllic coast are home to majestic coral gardens, aquamarine lagoons and out-of-this-world atolls. The post Best dive sites in Belize: our top 8 picks appeared first on Atlas & Boots.

Diving Hol Chan Marine Reserve in Belize

The Hol Chan Marine Reserve is one of Belize's most popular snorkelling sites. It offers vibrant coral formations and a diverse array of marine life packed into a small site with shallow waters in an easy-to-reach area of the UNESCO-listed Belize Barrier Reef. The post Diving Hol Chan Marine Reserve in Belize appeared first on Atlas & Boots.

What is the best way to see the Blue Hole of Belize?

The best way to see the Blue Hole of Belize is from above. Here’s our guide on how to make the most of your scenic flight In 1971, Jacques Cousteau famously described Belize’s Great Blue Hole (now the Blue Hole Natural Monument) as one of the world’s top 10 dive sites. Ever since, the giant sinkhole in the middle of the UNESCO-listed Belize Barrier Reef has captivated the public’s attention. Measuring 318m (1,043ft) across and 124m (407ft) deep, the Blue Hole and its surrounding reef system are truly mesmerising. But it’s one of those sites that actually looks better from afar. We believe the best way to see the Blue Hole of Belize is from above. Here’s why. Best seen from the air While Kia and I are both qualified open water divers – and I have the advanced qualification – reports suggest...

Moses Barrow AKA Shyne Named Leader Of Political Party In Belize

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: New York Daily News Archive / Getty The Honorable Moses Barrow, the former Bad Boy Records rapper known as Shyne, has been immersed in politics in his home country of Belize, having been elected to its House of Representatives. Recently, Barrow was named the leader of a powerful Belizean political party as he continues his rise as an elected official. Via his Instagram page, Shyne is shown sitting at a desk and signing an official document while sharing in the body of the post the news of his appointment as the leader of the Opposition party. From Shyne’s Instagram post: Officially Sworn in as Leader of the Opposition for Belize! Thank Gd for the perseverance and iron will to continue on to this point despite all challenges and difficulties. Thanks to my ...

CONCACAF postpones start of World Cup qualifying until 2021 due to pandemic

CONCACAF has confirmed that the body’s member nations will have to wait until 2021 in order to begin qualifying for the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The federatin announced in August that the competition’s first group stage would commence with four rounds of fixtures to be played in the October and November international windows. Six qualifiers would then advance to the second round, from which a further five teams are planned to advance to the final stage alongside top-seeded CONCACAF nations Mexico, United States, Costa Rica, Honduras and Jamaica to determined the region’s 3.5 spots for Qatar. Now, though, the tournament faces further rescheduling as it was deemed that the planned 2020 fixtures will not take place due to the lingering danger of the coronavirus pandemic. “CONCACAF has held recen...

Shyne Running For Political Office In Belize, Diddy Shows Support

Source: photo: WENN It has been more than 15-years since Shyne was signed to Bad Boy, but that’s not stopping Diddy from showing his support. According to published reports, on Sunday (Jun 28) Diddy took to Instagram, to offer his support for his former artist, by announcing that Shyne was running for the Belize House of Representatives. “BELIZE I’m so proud of my brother @shyne_bz and the journey he is on,” Diddy wrote on Instagram. “He is running for the House of Representatives and needs your support. #BadBoy4Life” Shyne, whose name is Moses Michael Levi Barrow, is the son of Belize Prime Minister Dean Barrow, who became the first Black prime minister of Belize in 2008, was nominated by the United Democratic Party to stand as a candidate for the Belize House of Representatives for the e...