San Pedro Hospital Funding Crunch: Belize Rural South Area Rep Andre Perez says the new San Pedro General Hospital is moving forward but will cost more than Taiwan’s $33M grant, with rising labor and materials blamed for the projected shortfall; a June site visit from Taiwan’s ambassador is expected to clarify who pays the difference. Sargassum Costs & Priorities: Perez says beach clean-up is expensive and not a simple “more money” fix, noting budget constraints and competing needs ahead of hurricane season; he also addressed delays around the Saca Chispas field and the artisan market relocation. Tourism Pressure: Perez backs a temporary moratorium in tourism hotspots, including height limits in several areas, while saying departments must coordinate on enforcement and land/beach access issues. LIU Program Pause Fallout: Former LIU members say they learned the indefinite pause through Facebook, raising fears about lost income and questioning how the decision was communicated. Public Safety & Crime: Police are investigating a fatal Corozal shooting tied to drugs; a Coast Guard member was charged after a fatal Santa Familia motorcycle crash; and the High Court’s busy criminal session includes multiple serious offences. Education & Health: Police are probing bullying caught on video at Sacred Heart College; and San Pedro health workers are pushing measles vaccination after cases linked to travel. Transport Watch: The Belize Bus Association wants a direct role in the electric bus pilot, while fresh concerns surface about the National Bus Company fleet’s condition. CARICOM Update: CARICOM border data presented in Antigua says free movement hasn’t caused “flooding” fears, with very low numbers reported.