World News

• Two suspected gunmen killed after shooting wounds 5 Israelis in West Bank

  Two suspected gunmen were killed by the IDF after a shooting near Judea Junction in the southern West Bank left five Israelis wounded on Friday.

• France's Macron blames protests on 'ultra-left groups whose aim is to bring down the Republic'

  French President Emmanuel Macron blamed "ultra-left groups" for riots and looting as Paris businesses board up windows ahead of Saturday protests.

• Macron has one more chance to save the country or ‘it’s lost for France,’ business owner warns

  A French business owner who had five family stores destroyed by looters warns of growing insecurity and urges authorities to protect businesses ahead of another weekend of protests.

• Pope Leo XIV needs no further cancer treatment after lung tumor removed, doctors say

  Pope Leo XIV's doctors say the lung adenocarcinoma tumor removed Oct. 13 was localized, and a cancer assessment found no further treatment needed.

• Bibas family relative takes fight to ICC after mother, two young boys murdered by Hamas

  A relative of murdered mother Shiri Bibas and her sons Kfir and Ariel is pressing the ICC to act against Iranian leaders after the family’s devastating losses in the Oct. 7 attacks.

• Ukraine's Zelenskyy open to freezing front lines in ceasefire with Russia

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he's open to freezing the front lines of the Ukraine-Russia war as a real path to end the conflict.

• Russia releases American teacher imprisoned on Ukraine mercenary charges after Trump pressed Putin

  American Stephen Hubbard has been released from Russian custody after Trump urged Putin to free the retired teacher imprisoned on Ukraine mercenary charges.

• Reporter's Notebook: France braces for more unrest after parts of Paris spun out of control

  French Prime Minister Lecornu says a massive police operation backed by the military will counter the next protest set for this weekend in France.

• Sea mine crisis re-emerges in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran urges Washington to accept deal

  Iran claims two oil tankers struck sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz as the IMO warns the critical shipping lane remains too unsafe to transit.

• Iran regime under pressure as rebel groups escalate attacks in volatile southeast

  A coalition of armed rebel groups is stepping up attacks against Iranian regime forces in the country's volatile southeast, raising questions about Tehran's grip on the region.

• Global 'Chaos Inc' grows to 101 groups with plans for new rounds of demonstrations

  French leftist groups are planning a new round of mobilizations on Oct. 24 as the "Chaos Inc." red-green alliance of far-left and Islamist groups sweeps across Europe.

• Some synagogues canceled prayers as French Jews faced warnings amid violent protests

  Some French Jews reportedly faced unprecedented warnings to hide their identity as anti-government protests turned violent across the nation.

• Beleaguered Macron cites US-Iran war as factor in protests amid Trump, Vance criticism

  French President Emmanuel Macron cited the Iran war and its impact on fuel and living costs while addressing the ongoing protests and unrest across France.

• Hungary and Poland defend tough migration policies as France reels from violent unrest

  Violent unrest in France and Italy fuels the migration debate as Hungary and Poland defend tougher border controls and warn Europe against repeating past mistakes.

• Alberta holds non-binding separation vote as independence fight grips Canada

  About 3 million Albertans are eligible to vote in the non-binding separation referendum, but polls show deep divisions within the UCP over it.

• US lawmakers sound alarm as violence grips NATO ally Albania amid anti-government protests

  Student-led protests in Tirana have turned violent as thousands demand Prime Minister's Edi Rama's resignation amid allegations of corruption. Rama has blamed outside agitators for the violence.

• WHO'S WHO: Inside France's 'Chaos Inc' franchise of communist groups, labor unions and global activists

  Communist leader Vijay Prashad celebrated France student protests as 54 organizations, from communist youth to labor unions, fuel a global rebellion

• Strait of Hormuz crisis traps 6,000 sailors as attacks on ships mount, UN maritime chief says

  Around 6,000 seafarers remain trapped near the Strait of Hormuz as 24 ships face attacks, while Iran accuses the U.S. military of using VHF Channel 16.

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  Dolly Parton Imagination Library Wall Calendar Sale

  Reserve your Imagination Library Wall Calendar to Help Dolly's Legacy of Literacy Live On!

  Oct 23, 2026
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  Dearborn County Recycling Center Costume Swap

  Bring a costume, take a costume. Community members are invited to shop sustainably and creatively by swapping gently used Halloween costumes.

  Oct 23, 2026 at Dearborn County Recycling Center
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  StoryWalk

  In October, stroll down to Todd-Creech Park in Lawrenceburg to read the new StoryWalk story!

  Oct 23, 2026 at Todd Creech Memorial Park

GPS in Stolen Camera Leads to Arrest

The arrest stems from numerous reports of trespassing

North Vernon Man Arrested Following Multiple Reports of Residential Entry

The arrest occurred during the evening hours of October 22

Firefighters Offer Fall Heating Safety Tips After Minor Incident at Olean Road Home

Find 10 points to consider as you fire up your furnace or wood-burning stove this fall

Track Facility Upgrade in the Works at LHS

The track and infield are being upgraded

Switzerland County Football Players Earn IHSAA Exemplary Behavior Recognition

The Pacers begin postseason play this Friday at Mitchell

Celebrating Future Stars: Greendale Middle School Athletes Honored at Annual Awards Ceremony

Students were honored for demonstrating excellence in skill, sportsmanship, and leadership across various sports