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Schools, policy, and learning on the island.
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The National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA) urged to explore innovative strategies to address drug addiction at a national level. Increased vulnerability in families and lack of community support contribute to rising substance abuse among youth.
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"Face-to-face classes at Princess Margaret Secondary School are set to resume tomorrow, as announced by the Ministry of Education. Repairs have been completed, and gratitude is expressed to all involved parties."
Christine Barrow and Elizabeth Best were among the winners of the 26th Frank Collymore Literary Endowment competition. No first place or honorable mentions were awarded. Akeem Chandler Prescod won the spoken word competition. The Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados praised the program's commitment to excellence. The competition also paid tribute to the late Sonia Williams.
Natalie Murray, a social worker with a passion for helping others, received the Barbados Star Award for her philanthropic efforts. Learn more about her journey from poverty to making a difference.
Former Central Bank governor Dr DeLisle Worrell argues in his economic newsletter that small countries like Barbados should rethink protectionist job policies, and instead encourage the emigration of talented individuals.
