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Wellness, healthcare, and public health updates.
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Israel conducts largest hostage rescue operation in Gaza, saving four amid heavy assault. 94 Palestinians, including children, dead. Hostages reunited with families after 246 days. Netanyahu vows to continue fighting.
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The National Conservation Commission (NCC) receives support from McBride (Caribbean) Limited and Hanschell Inniss Limited to combat Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes and dengue virus transmission. Donation includes BOP Insecticide and financial aid.
Barbados Drug Service faces challenges due to drug shortages, impacting patients with heart conditions. Scarce supplies include Aspirin, anti-epileptic drugs, and cholesterol medications like rosuvastatin and atorvastin.
Extreme heat in Arizona sends 11 to hospital as Trump holds rally in Phoenix mega-church. Trump denies politically motivated conviction, plans to appeal. Record-breaking temperatures forecast. Heat warnings issued.
Tornadoes in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal claim 11 lives, injure over 50. Devastating storms cause major damage in Tongaat, with authorities warning casualty numbers may rise. Temporary shelters and medical aid provided.
