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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Thousands seek refuge at Gaza hospital as water runs out at UN shelters, generators close to running out of fuel, leaving doctors struggling to care for patients in Israeli attack aftermath.
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Australia rejects referendum plan for greater political rights for Indigenous people, with all six states voting against constitutional amendments and the creation of an advisory body. Opposition leader calls it "good for our country."
"Head of Unity Workers’ Union, Caswell Franklyn, demands accountability for the 'debacle' at Springer Memorial School and calls for the Minister of Education in Barbados to resign or be dismissed."
Minister of Education Kay McConney addresses calls for her resignation and emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes and improving protocols for school drills.
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley urges Barbadians to unite and help eliminate poverty through the One Family Programme, aiming to provide aid to vulnerable families.
