World News

• Former CIA officer warns against trusting Russia's account of mysterious death in Siberia

  Glenn Corn, a former CIA officer, explains why Vladimir Putin's Kremlin cannot be trusted on the Russian researcher's death, citing past coverups.

• French school riots deepen as experts point to far-left alliance fueling ‘broader confrontation’

  French student protests over school conditions spiral into violent unrest, as experts warn a red-green alliance is fueling a broader revolt,

• French PM rejects police brutality claims after teens severely injured in protests: 'Accidents happen'

  French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu defended the police response after a teen lost his hand and another was blinded amid student protests.

• Former German spy chief arrested on suspicion of espionage, attempted treason

  August Hanning, 80, who led Germany's BND from 1998 to 2005, faces espionage and attempted treason charges tied to roughly 2,000 classified documents.

• Alleged killing by Marine prompts US military to restrict off-base liberty in Okinawa

  The U.S. military in Okinawa banned troops from leaving base after a Marine was arrested for allegedly killing a woman at a Naha hotel on Saturday.

• Drone strike sinks ship in NATO waters as Zelenskyy warns of looming ‘massive strike’

  A cargo ship sank and a second vessel caught fire in a combined aerial and maritime drone attack inside Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea.

• US could play role in united Ireland push after Trump's backing, Irish PM says

  Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin said the United States could potentially help in a future push for a united Ireland after Trump backed it.

• Trump, Waltz link France riots to mass immigration as thousands are arrested

  Trump claims France's student protests are about "Islam wanting to take over" as Sébastien Lecornu reports the school system's heaviest toll in decades.

• Alleged Jalisco cartel leader accused of drug trafficking and fuel smuggling arrested in Mexico

  Iván Cazarín Molina, known as "The Tank," was arrested in Zapopan after U.S. sanctions tied him to El Mencho's inner circle within the CJNG.

• France explodes again as students riot over education

  Video from France Tuesday shows protesters clashing with police and dodging tear gas as tens of thousands demand sweeping education reform nationwide.

• 'UNRWA is Hamas,' Israeli attorney warns as explosive Oct 7 lawsuit rocks UN agency

  The family of Yonatan Samerano, killed fleeing the Nova music festival on Oct. 7, is suing UNRWA after the Knesset stripped its diplomatic immunity.

• Iran turns citizens into informants as chilling crackdown spreads beyond its borders

  Iran's Alaj platform crowdsources diaspora surveillance via Telegram, with an official source confirming the system to Fox News Digital.

• Russian bio-leak secrecy follows Chernobyl playbook, ex-CIA officer warns

  Vladimir Putin faces compounding crises as a Siberian plague researcher's death adds to the Ukraine war toll and Russia's faltering economy.

• Teen's hand blown off by police grenade during French student protests: report

  A 15-year-old lost his hand after picking up a police grenade as French school protests over underfunding and teacher shortages enter their third week.

• Mystery death at Russian plague lab triggers sweeping precautions as US watches closely

  Darya Shipilova's death at a Siberian plague research institute triggered quarantines and mass observation, but Russia has not confirmed what killed her.

• Israeli medical workers who treated Oct 7 wounded relive day terror hit home

  Nil Kirsht-Levi's sister was taken hostage on Oct. 7 as Soroka Medical Center received 674 wounded in 24 hours with just 40 seconds between.

• FlyDubai co-pilot allegedly planned to crash Israel-bound jet at Ben Gurion Airport

  Hamam al-Hammami allegedly planned to crash FlyDubai Flight FZ1073 into Ben Gurion Airport, according to reports on the terrorism investigation.

• Coast Guard personnel exchange gunfire with shooters across US-Mexico border

  Coast Guard personnel returned fire after shots came from the Mexican side of the southern border, prompting a massive troop deployment to the region.

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  Taste and Trade

  Join Dearborn County Purdue Extensions Health and Human Sciences Educator Marcia Parcell as she hosts and teaches a variety of cooking classes

  Oct 7, 2026 at North Dearborn Branch Library
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  Bring a costume, take a costume. Community members are invited to shop sustainably and creatively by swapping gently used Halloween costumes.

  Oct 7, 2026 at Dearborn County Recycling Center
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  Test your LEGO skills at the library with a building challenge!

  Oct 7, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Library

Generous Grant Strengthens Lifelines in Ripley County

The grant comes from Decatur County REMC

Local Prosecutor's Offices, Safe Passage Receive Grants to Support Victim Services

The State of Indiana has awarded over $8.5 million in awards during Domestic Violence Awareness Month 

Indiana State Fire Marshal Promotes Safety Tips During Fire Prevention Week 

This year's focus is everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires

Batesville Falls in Tight Match at Regional Semifinals

The Bulldogs finish the season with a 17-6 record.

Switzerland County, Rising Sun Advance in IHSAA Boys Soccer State Tournament

The ORVC teams won comfortably on Tuesday night.

EC Defeats Dearborn Co. Rival in Sectional First Round, Semifinal Matches Set for Wednesday

The IHSAA Girls Soccer State Tournament rolls on tonight with semifinal matches.