World Report February 12:Thursday's top stories in 10 minutes
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Feb 12, 2026 Coverage of a small community's mourning after a deadly mass shooting and reflections on past tragedies. A sweeping election victory in Barbados and a landmark vote in Bangladesh draw attention. Switzerland debates a proposal to cap its population. Quebec discounts U.S. alcohol to prevent waste. Preview of Canadian athletes competing at the Milano Cortina Winter Games.
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Community Vigil After School Shooting
- Tumbler Ridge held a candlelight vigil and community support after the mass shooting that left eight dead and many wounded.
- BC officials canceled the throne speech and mobilized supports, highlighting the scale of local grief.
La Loche's Shared Grief And Preparedness
- Laloche residents recalled their own school shooting from a decade ago and lowered flags in solidarity with Tumbler Ridge.
- The Laloche school division now treats mental-health check-ins and trauma counsellors as standard practice during crises.
Landslide Amid Voter List Concerns
- Barbados's Mia Mottley won all 30 seats, reinforcing her global profile despite questions about the voters list integrity.
- The result shows strong incumbent dominance can persist even amid electoral controversy.