World News
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Witnesses give harrowing accounts of New Year's horror that erupted due to Swiss ski resort bar fire
Eyewitnesses described the grim and horrific scene that ensued due to the fiery blaze that erupted at a bar in Switzerland earlier this week.
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Officials race to identify mostly young victims of deadly Swiss Alps bar fire
Deadly New Year's Eve bar fire at Swiss ski resort kills around 40 people, mostly young victims as the investigation and identification process continues.
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Maduro says Venezuela is 'ready' to make deal with US on drugs and oil after military strikes
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro says his government is ready to negotiate a drug trafficking agreement with the U.S. after months of military pressure.
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Kim Jong Un appears with daughter at mausoleum, fueling succession speculation
Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, appeared at a sacred mausoleum, fueling speculation about North Korea's succession plan as analysts debate her role.
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Pope Leo XIV opens 2026 urging world to reject violence in powerful New Year's Day message
Pope Leo XIV delivered a message of peace to 40,000 gathered in St. Peter's Square on New Year's Day, calling for disarmed hearts and an end to all forms of violence in 2026.
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Iran protests turn deadly as anti-regime demonstrations enter fifth day
Anti-regime protests entered a fifth day as demonstrations spread across Tehran and other cities, with reports of deaths emerging amid escalating nationwide unrest.
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University of Alabama student suffers 'severe head injury' while on family vacation in Caribbean
University of Alabama student Matthew Polaski reportedly suffered multiple skull fractures after falling during a family vacation in the Dominican Republic.
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At least 40 dead in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebrations, police say
An explosive fire broke out during a New Year’s Eve celebration at a crowded bar in the Swiss Alps, killing around 40 people and injuring others, according to Swiss police.
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France reportedly planning to ban children under 15 from social media starting 2026
France planning social media ban for children under 15, following Australia's lead. Macron pushes new digital restrictions amid youth violence concerns.
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China’s ‘condom tax’ sparks backlash as Beijing struggles to reverse population collapse
China introduced a 13% tax on contraceptives while exempting childcare services as the global superpower battles sustained population decline and aging demographics.
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Iran in shutdown as protesters storm governor's office, crowds chant 'Death to Khamenei'
Iran security forces clashed with protesters in Tehran, Shiraz and Kermanshah as opposition groups report gunfire and demonstrators chant "Death to Khamenei" during unrest.
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Putin residence attack video slammed; US officials say Ukraine did not target leader
Defense experts questioned Russia's drone attack claims against President Vladimir Putin's residence after Moscow provides conflicting accounts of intercepted Ukrainian drones.
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Venezuela arrests more Americans as Trump ramps up pressure on Maduro: report
Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed 10 Americans were freed from Venezuela in a July prisoner swap. President Donald Trump sent an envoy to Caracas.
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Netanyahu warns of ‘eighth front’ ideological battle for American hearts and minds with Christian leaders
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of 'eighth front' in ideological battle, telling Christian leaders that faith must confront terrorism in defense of civilization.
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Putin vows victory in Ukraine in New Year’s address amid Trump-backed peace talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin's defiant New Year's message contrasts sharply with President Donald Trump's diplomatic push as Ukraine-Russia war approaches fourth year.
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Iran launches satellites on Russian rockets as Moscow-Tehran ties deepen
Iran launches three satellites with Russian assistance, showcasing deepening cooperation as they resist Western sanctions and international pressure.
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ISIS exploiting Syria’s chaos as US strikes expose growing threat
Despite years of defeat claims, ISIS adapts and persists in Syria's chaos, prompting major U.S. military response and raising containment questions.
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Two African nations ban American citizens in diplomatic tit-for-tat following Trump admin move
Two West African nations issue travel bans on American citizens in retaliatory diplomatic move, following expansion of Trump administration travel restrictions list.
Events
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Genealogy Roundtable
How Did They Die, and Why Does it Matter? Learn how to trace your ancestors' final moments through death certificates, funeral programs, historical epidemics
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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?
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Take & Make- Make Your Popcorn ‘Pop’
It is cold. The holiday season is over. Watching a movie while eating some popcorn sounds good.
at Lawrenceburg Public Library
The first mention of relocation occurred in 2024.
It is time to take a look back on some of the big happenings from this year.
The series includes a mix of educational and challenging hikes, ranging from 4 to 5.5 miles.
There were plenty of big moments in 2025.
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The event was held last Friday in Brookville.
