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International news with Caribbean context and perspective.
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Ministry of Health and Wellness clarifies misinformation on mpox (monkeypox) case in Barbados. No active cases reported, with two imported cases since 2022. Vaccines not required in low-risk settings.
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The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup moves to the UAE due to political unrest in Bangladesh. The tournament will run from 3-20 October across Dubai and Sharjah stadiums.
The ICC relocates the Women's T20 World Cup to the UAE from Bangladesh due to anti-government unrest. India declines hosting rights. Teams and groups for the tournament are announced.
Barbadian talents Erin Deane and Asabi Callender are set to co-captain the West Indies team on a UK tour ahead of the ICC Women’s U19 Cricket World Cup in Malaysia.
Dame Graça Machel, widow of Nelson Mandela, to visit Barbados during Season of Emancipation. Engaging in cultural heritage activities, meetings with officials, and a discussion on freedom.
