World News

• Ukraine strikes major Russian ammo depot with 'Flamingo' missile as Trump urges Zelenskyy to move on deal

  Ukraine reportedly strikes major Russian ammunition depot with domestically produced "Flamingo" cruise missiles in latest escalating conflict development.

• Iran regime accused of killing 19 Christians in anti-regime protests as persecution continues: watchdog

  At least 19 Iranian Christians reportedly killed during protests against Iran's regime, including victims Nader Mohammadi and Zahra Arjomandi according to reports.

• European capital rocked by violent protests as government corruption probe fuels unrest

  Violent protests erupt in Albania as thousands demand government resignation over alleged corruption scandal involving Deputy PM Balluku and infrastructure contracts.

• Netanyahu urges court to revoke Palestinians' Israeli citizenship after convictions for violent crimes

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to revoke citizenship of two Palestinian men convicted of terrorism in the first use of a controversial deportation law.

• USS Ford ordered to the Middle East, the second aircraft carrier being sent to the region

  The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier was ordered to the Middle East as President Donald Trump weighs military action against Iran amid rising regional tensions.

• European nation votes to cap population at 10M in major immigration crackdown referendum

  Switzerland will vote June 14 on capping population at 10 million as anti-immigration referendum gains momentum with population nearing 9.1 million.

• Uproar after Iran named vice-chair of UN body promoting democracy, women’s rights

  Iran's appointment as vice-chair of UN Commission for Social Development faces sharp criticism from human rights advocates and Iranian activists calling it a 'mockery'.

• North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter seen as future successor: spy agency

  South Korea's espionage agency informed lawmakers that it thinks North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter is near to being set apart as the nation's future leader, the AP reported.

• US forces complete withdrawal from strategic al-Tanf Garrison in Syria

  The U.S. military has completed its withdrawal from al-Tanf Garrison in southern Syria, handing over control to government forces.

• Trump admin warns Peru it could lose sovereignty as China tightens grip on nation

  U.S. warns Peru that China's control over $1.3 billion Chancay port threatens sovereignty as tensions escalate over Beijing's influence in Latin America.

• Russia to suspend flights to Cuba as Trump sanctions cut fuel supply

  Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency said the airlines Rossiya and Nordwind were forced to adjust their flight programs due to problems securing fuel in Cuba.

• Iranian brutality: Nobel laureate fighting for life after barbaric assault at notorious prison

  The Nobel Committee is demanding Iran stop alleged brutal abuse of peace laureate Narges Mohammadi, who has been imprisoned since December after attending a funeral.

• Trump meets Netanyahu, says he wants Iran deal but reminds Tehran of ‘Midnight Hammer’ operation

  President Donald Trump and Israeli prime minister signal uncertainty on Iran diplomacy after White House talks, with Trump pushing negotiations while keeping other options open.

• UN chief blasted as ‘abjectly tone-deaf’ over message to Iran marking revolution anniversary

  U.N. chief's congratulations to Iran on Islamic revolution anniversary sparks outrage from human rights advocates amid ongoing crackdown investigations.

• Russia agrees to abide by expired New START nuclear arms limits — as long as US does the same

  Russia has agreed to abide by the expired New START Treaty, which puts limits on Moscow and Washington's nuclear arms, as long as the U.S. does the same.

• Russian attack on Kharkiv wipes out young family, leaving pregnant mother as sole survivor

  Russian drone strike kills father and three young children in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, leaving pregnant mother as sole survivor of Tuesday night attack.

• Zelenskyy plans major announcement on presidential election, referendum: report

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is reportedly planning to announce plans for an election and a referendum on a potential peace deal.

• Trump, Netanyahu to meet at White House in high-stakes talks on Iran, Gaza plan

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets President Donald Trump Wednesday to discuss Iran negotiations, as Washington weighs diplomacy against military action.

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Events

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  Sweetheart Dance

  Fundraiser dance for resurfacing of parking lot

  Feb 14, 2026 at Milan VFW
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  2026 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics

  Annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics of Indiana

  Feb 14, 2026 at Versailles State Park
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  Al-Anon Meeting

  Help for Friends and Family of a problem drinker. You know what it is doing to them, do you know what it is doing to you?

  Feb 15, 2026 at Hamline Chapel United Methodist Church

VIDEO: Mayor Mollaun Gives 2026 State of the City Address

Mayor Mollaun is in the final two years of his third and final term.

NKY Father, Son Arrested on Robbery Charges

The charges stem from an allegedly robbery in Hebron.

Leising's Veterinary Bill Passes Out of House Committee

The bill now moves to the full House of Representatives for further consideration.

Local Stars Named to IFCA Region 10 All-Star Team

Making the IFCA Region Team is the first step in qualifying for the North/South All-Star Game in July.

Local Sports Report - February 12, 2026

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Tri-Champions Highlight ORVC Girls Basketball All-Conference Team

Fourteen players earned all-conference honors.