Heat & Dryness Watch: Belize’s National Meteorological Service says hot, mostly dry weather continues, with inland highs near 97–98°F and only isolated showers or thunderstorms, mainly over the south at night; tropical cyclone formation isn’t expected in the next 48 hours. Blue Economy Accountability: Government is moving ahead with a Blue Economy Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) system to track marine ecosystem health, coastal hazard protection, and Blue Economy jobs—working with the IDB and Stanford’s Natural Capital Alliance. Rainforest & Culture Link: New LiDAR-based research suggests Belize’s old-growth rainforest still reflects ancient Maya land use, with lasting effects on canopy height and leaf density that matter for carbon storage and wildlife habitat. Wildlife Handling Reminder: A travel-focused piece warns that “easy” sloth spotting on social media can mask stress from handling, transport, noise, and constant human interaction. Fisheries Enforcement: Fisheries officers seized suspected illegally imported seafood—290 lbs tilapia fillets, 335 lbs jumbo shrimp, and 14 octopus—after a pursuit, with two men charged. Sustainable Farming Push: Orange Walk farmers trained in Integrated Pest Management using biological controls to reduce diamondback moth damage in cabbage, aiming to cut chemical pesticide reliance. El Niño Drought Risk: The Met Service warns of drier-than-normal conditions during the wet season, with drought impacts on hydropower, health, vector-borne disease risk, and food security.