World News
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UK reopens Chagos Islands talks with US following Trump criticism of deal: reports
Chagos Islands talks between UK and U.S. reopened after President Donald Trump called the Mauritius deal an "act of great stupidity" as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says discussions have resumed.
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Pope Leo calls for world free from persecution while honoring Holocaust victims
Pope Leo calls Holocaust Remembrance Day a "painful remembrance" during a Vatican audience, urging vigilance against genocide and building societies rooted in respect.
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Commercial flight vanishes before crashing in Colombia, killing all 15 people on board, including congressman
A plane crash in Colombia killed 15 near the Venezuela border with a congressman aboard. Search teams have confirmed no survivors were found.
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Gulf shipping operations grind to halt near Iran; US quietly prepares for possible strike: 'Heightened risk'
Maritime intelligence warns of heightened risks for U.S.-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf as Iran threatens an "immediate, all-out" response to any American military action.
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Spain legalizes up to 500,000 undocumented migrants, sparking backlash
Spain announced plans to grant legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants over three years, taking the opposite approach from Trump's border crackdown.
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Filipino mayor unharmed after apparent RPG attack on car in broad daylight
Mayor Akmad Ampatuan was unharmed after attackers targeted his vehicle with an apparent rocket-propelled grenade in the southern province of Maguindanao del Sur.
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Combined war casualties for Russia and Ukraine could hit 2 million, new report warns
A new CSIS report warns Russia-Ukraine war casualties could reach 2 million by spring 2026, with Russia reportedly suffering 1.2 million casualties so far.
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China infiltrates key Pacific territory of Micronesia with infrastructure projects as US urged to act
China opens new runway in Micronesia's Yap islands, raising serious U.S. defense concerns in this strategically vital Pacific region amid growing tensions.
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Russian drone attack on passenger train is an ‘act of terrorism,’ Zelenskyy says
Russian drones struck a passenger train in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, killing five in what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called an act of terrorism.
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Ted Cruz urges US to arm Iranian protesters as militias threaten ‘total war’ against America
Ted Cruz responds to reports describing rapidly deteriorating situation as Iran-backed militias threaten 'total war' against America. He called for the U.S. to arm Iranian protesters.
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French lawmakers declare 'battle for free minds' after approving social media ban for children under 15
French lawmakers paved the way for a bill banning social media for children under 15, following Australia's lead in protecting children from digital harm.
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China slams Trump administration over US sanctions on Cuba
China strongly condemns U.S. pressure on Cuba, calling sanctions violations of international law as diplomatic tensions escalate over decades-long embargo.
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From 700 murdered relatives to 3 survivors: Holocaust descendant leads Israeli forces after Oct 7 attacks
Israeli colonel whose parents survived Holocaust continues military service at the age of 56, serving over 3,600 days in reserves including Gaza operations.
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Witkoff celebrates 'new day in the Middle East' after final Israeli hostage is returned from Gaza
All hostages from Gaza have returned home as Trump administration completes historic Middle East diplomatic achievement, marking end of painful chapter.
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Netanyahu sounds alarm on antisemitism at Holocaust Remembrance Day gathering
Antisemitism surge prompts leaders to gather in Jerusalem for Holocaust Remembrance Day conference. Netanyahu warns ideology threatens Western civilization.
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North Korea launches short-range ballistic missiles into sea, show of force ahead of political meetings
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's regime tests ballistic missiles as tensions rise in the region ahead of a massive political party gathering.
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How Israel’s West Bank security realities are reshaping the two-state debate
The West Bank remains central to Israel's security strategy as experts debate two-state solution viability following declining Palestinian terrorist incidents.
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Iranian security forces gun down amateur boxer near Tehran: source
Iranian security forces allegedly killed amateur boxer Sepehr Ebrahimi during ongoing protests near Tehran. The death adds to Iran's rising protest toll of at least 6,126 people killed.
Events
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lOOKING FOR 5TH & 6TH GRADE KIDS WANTING TO ATTEND CONSERVATION CAMP THIS SUMMER
New Alsace Conservation Club will sponsor 5th & 6th grade kids (from southeastern Indiana) to attend the Karl E. Kelly Conservation Camp on June 21 - 27, 2026
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Pokémon Club
Ready to become the next great Pokémon Trainer? Expand your Pokémon knowledge at this month's meeting by playing the card game and designing your own cards.
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Estate Planning Essentials
Join a local estate attorney and financial advisor to learn more about estate planning.
at The Opal Haus
Three-day event coming to the Lawrenceburg Event Center
The crash took place on Tuesday night near Car Country.
Our condolences to the White family.
Six student athletes earned weekly honors.
The special occasion happens on Valentine's Day.
It is his 8th career X Games medal.
