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Hamas launched a major attack on Israel, combining gunmen infiltrating Israeli towns with a barrage of rockets. Israel declared war and launched airstrikes. Dozens of casualties reported on both sides. The situation is ongoing.
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Barbados and other CARICOM member states joined Cuba in commemorating the 47th anniversary of the Cubana Airlines disaster. Officials called for diplomatic ties with Cuba, to end the trade embargo and drop the island from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.
Barbados has been chosen as the host for the XVI Ministerial Forum for Development in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) in collaboration with the UNDP and ECLAC.
Police in Cañon City, Colorado have discovered at least 115 bodies at a local funeral home under investigation for improper handling of remains. The "green" funeral home performed eco-friendly burials without embalming chemicals or metal caskets. The investigation is ongoing.
Spanish coast guards rescue 262 migrants in three boats attempting to reach the Canary Islands, sparking concern over rising irregular immigration. Emergency services overwhelmed and calling for European Union assistance.
