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The White House approves $250m in military aid to Ukraine, including air defense, artillery, small arms ammunition, and anti-tank weapons. Further aid requires Congressional approval, causing concerns for Ukraine's war effort.
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Michigan's supreme court denies appeal to disqualify Donald Trump from the presidential primary, following Colorado's ruling, while lawsuits in New Hampshire and Minnesota to remove Trump from the ballot have been unsuccessful.
Roseau, Dominica's Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit plans to present specific elements of electoral reform in January next year, following the completion of a review by Sir Dennis Byron.
Former Member of Parliament, promoter, producer, and community activist Mark Williams has passed away at 83. He was known for his involvement in politics and founding the People's Pressure Group.
Mark Williams, a multifaceted individual known for his contributions to broadcasting, promotion, politics, and cultural preservation, sadly passed away at 83. His legacy included being a trailblazer in bringing Coney Island and wrestling to Barbados. He also hosted the well-liked Looking Back program on CBC radio and worked on poverty alleviation and advertising at the Nation Publishing Co. Furthermore, he served as a Member of Parliament for St Michael North West from 1999 to 2003 under the Barbados Labour Party.
