International
ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland. — The Coast Guard says “underwater noise” has been detected in the search for a submarine that disappeared while exploring the wreck of the Titanic. In a tweet last night, the Coast Guard said a Canadian rescue aircraft had detected noises in the search area. Search efforts for the vessel are focused […]
ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland — A search and rescue operation is underway for a submarine that went missing during an expedition to the wreckage of the Titanic. Five people were on board when it went missing according to the Coast Guard. The expedition ran by U.S.-based company OceanGate Expeditions and launched from St. John’s, Newfoundland. The […]
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has returned to the Vatican after being discharged from Rome’s Gemelli hospital today. The 86-year-old was recovering from abdominal surgery. The Pontiff left the hospital in a wheelchair and spoke with well-wishers and medical staff who had gathered outside the entrance to say goodbye. Pope Francis made his first public […]
NEW YORK— Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle were chased by paparazzi for over two hours Tuesday in New York City, according to police. A spokesperson for Prince Harry said the pursuit “resulted in multiple near collisions involving other drivers on the road, pedestrians and two NYPD officers.” The couple were in New York […]
LONDON, England — The 2023 Indianapolis Prize – an international award given by the Indianapolis Zoological Society – has gone to a man known for protecting penguins. Dr. Pablo Borboroglu “has spent more than three decades studying penguins and leading conservation efforts across four continents,” according to a press release. He believes that protecting penguins […]
INDIANAPOLIS — A famous circus group is reinventing itself to create a new, animal-free show. Perhaps taking some inspiration from Cirque du Soleil, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will now be performing without animals. Instead, shows will feature stunts on the highwire, trapeze, and more. The Associated Press reports that you will […]
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is addressing Russia’s interception of a U.S. drone over international waters on Tuesday. Press Secretary General Patrick Ryder describes the Russian actions as “reckless.” The Pentagon says Russian jets dumped fuel in front of an American drone and damaged one of the propellers, forcing it to land in the Black Sea. […]
Gaziantep, Turkey-– President Biden is offering assistance after devastating earthquakes rocked Turkey, leaving more than 1,300 people dead in that country and neighboring Syria early Monday morning. A powerful magnitude 7.8 quake was the first to strike in south central Turkey, with another magnitude 7.5 quake bringing even more devastation. U.S. National Security Advisor Jake […]
CRAWFORDSVILLE — If you have been looking to experience new activities or cultures this year, you might enjoy seeing the Koryū Nishikawa Troupe at Wabash College. This Japanese puppeteering group will be performing the show “Akutagawa” Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the Ball Theater. “Akutagawa” is inspired by the life and work of the Japanese […]
NATIONAL — Singer/songwriter and musician Christine McVie, known for being a member of Fleetwood Mac, has died at the age of 79. McVie wrote numerous songs, including the band’s “Say You Love Me” and “Songbird.” The Brit also had a solo career and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with Fleetwood […]