World News
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EU to list Iran's Revolutionary Guard as terrorists; Germany warns of rapid action
The European Union approved new sanctions targeting Iranian officials and designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist group over protest suppression and Russia support.
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Iran to hold live-fire drills in Strait of Hormuz with US armada in Middle East
Iran announces live-fire military drills in Strait of Hormuz as Trump sends USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group to region amid escalating tensions.
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UK's Starmer meets Xi in Beijing as Trump pressures allies on China trade
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets Chinese President Xi Jinping, while President Donald Trump attempts to dissuade allies from Beijing.
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Convicted terrorist who plotted consulate, church bombings to run in UK election
A Muslim activist with terror conviction runs for Birmingham City Council, sparking controversy as local elections approach in Britain's second largest city.
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Iran responds to Trump pressure with warning of retaliation: 'Fingers on the trigger'
President Donald Trump warned Iran "time is running out" on a nuclear deal, and Iran's foreign minister threatened retaliation against "aggression."
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China executes 11 people convicted in scam crackdown
Chinese authorities on Thursday announced they executed 11 people convicted in a massive cross-border fraud scheme worth roughly $1.4 billion.
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Trump threatens to end Iraq support over al-Maliki comeback bid tied to Iran influence
U.S. opposes Iran-backed al-Maliki's bid for Iraqi PM role as Secretary of State Marco Rubio expresses concerns about pro-Tehran government seizing control of Iraq.
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UK reopens Chagos Islands talks with US following Trump criticism of deal: reports
Chagos Islands talks between U.K. 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.
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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Estate Planning Essentials
Join a local estate attorney and financial advisor to learn more about estate planning.
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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.
at Lawrenceburg Public Library District
Formal charges were filed this week.
Anew strategy empowering artists and creative organizations to take a larger role in keeping the region and its communities vibrant and resilient.
A pilot program will take place in Hamilton County.
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Six student athletes earned weekly honors.
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