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Live Updates: Flight to Israel Is Diverted After Pilots Clash in Cockpit

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Live Updates: Flight to Israel Is Diverted After Pilots Clash in Cockpit

Passengers intervened after the pilot and co-pilot fought during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, forcing the plane to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. It was not clear what had prompted the clash.

The New York Times · 15 days ago · 10 views

Dozens hurt and hundreds arrested in wave of French school protests

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Dozens hurt and hundreds arrested in wave of French school protests

Students have been protesting against conditions and resources in secondary schools since last week.

FlexChar · 15 days ago · 9 views

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PCE Inflation Report Today: Core Inflation Hits 3%, Below Forecasts; Second-Quarter GDP Growth Revised to 2.2%

PCE Inflation Report Today: Core Inflation Hits 3%, Below Forecasts; Second-Quarter GDP Growth Revised to 2.2% Barron's See more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Barron's · 15 days ago · 9 views

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Israeli officials say diverted flydubai incident may be attempted 'terror attack'

Israeli officials say diverted flydubai incident may be attempted 'terror attack' Reuters Live updates: Israel-bound plane drops 17,000 feet after pilot reportedly stabbed CNN Cockpit Struggle on Israel-Bound Flight Forces Emergency Landing WSJ Passenger Describes Chaos Aboard FlyDubai Flight The New York Times Live: Flydubai flight to Israel diverted after

Reuters · 15 days ago · 6 views

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Moth Swarms Sweep Across Australia. That’s Good News.

Bogong moths have been in decline since the 1980s, but this spring the insects have been sighted in the thousands across southeastern Australia, delighting scientists.

Laura Chung · 15 days ago · 7 views

FlyDubai Provides Key Link for Israeli Air Travelers

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FlyDubai Provides Key Link for Israeli Air Travelers

The low-cost carrier operates up to 10 daily flights between Dubai and Tel Aviv.

Ismaeel Naar · 15 days ago · 5 views

WhatsApp introduces optional parental controls for teenagers

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WhatsApp introduces optional parental controls for teenagers

The social messaging app will let parents decide on privacy settings for their child's account.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

American Forces Withdraw From Iraq 23 Years After Invading

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American Forces Withdraw From Iraq 23 Years After Invading

The Americans did not understand the country when they invaded in 2003. Over a correspondent’s many trips there, it was not clear that this ever changed much.

Alissa J. Rubin · 15 days ago · 3 views

What we know about Cornell University frat house rape investigation

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What we know about Cornell University frat house rape investigation

The woman alleges she was drugged and raped at a fraternity house at the university two years ago.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

Police seek charges against 20 firms and 54 people over Grenfell Tower fire

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Police seek charges against 20 firms and 54 people over Grenfell Tower fire

The force is seeking charges against 54 individuals and 20 companies over the 2017 tower block fire that killed 72 people.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

Sussexes condemn 'reckless intrusion' after men spotted near Archie and Lilibet's school

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Sussexes condemn 'reckless intrusion' after men spotted near Archie and Lilibet's school

One of the men seen outside the UK school attended by the children is understood to be an international press photographer.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

Car thieves target Nissan Jukes as 11 stolen in one county in 24 hours

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Car thieves target Nissan Jukes as 11 stolen in one county in 24 hours

Security expert Michael Fraser says the cars have "valuable spare parts" and are "easy to steal".

FlexChar · 15 days ago · 3 views

Russia launches largest attack on Ukraine energy infrastructure since spring

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Russia launches largest attack on Ukraine energy infrastructure since spring

In total 11 regions of the country were attacked overnight, with residential buildings and railways also targeted, the Ukrainian PM says.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

Watch: Detail about new call to police changes RAF Fairford timeline

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Watch: Detail about new call to police changes RAF Fairford timeline

One of five men arrested near RAF Fairford in the early hours of Sunday morning had dialled 999 himself, the BBC understands. BBC's UK correspondent Daniel Sandford explains the timeline of events.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

What we know about the Dubai-Israel plane diversion

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What we know about the Dubai-Israel plane diversion

The Saudi Arabian airport where the FlyDubai plane was diverted to said the captain and first officer were injured.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

After Two Decades, U.S. Forces Leave Iraq to an Uncertain Future

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After Two Decades, U.S. Forces Leave Iraq to an Uncertain Future

Some Iraqis are celebrating the end of an American military presence that unleashed waves of bloodshed. Others fear what happens next for their country, trapped between Washington and Tehran.

Erika Solomon, Falih Hassan and Eric Schmitt · 15 days ago · 3 views

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The plane was traveling from Dubai to Israel when the pilot and co-pilot appear to have gotten into a fight, Israeli officials said.

David M. Halbfinger · 15 days ago · 1 views

Residents fear new rules could mean dangerous cladding is left on blocks of flats

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Residents fear new rules could mean dangerous cladding is left on blocks of flats

The government says it hopes the changes will speed up the process of removing cladding.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

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U.S. withdraws forces in Iraq as balance of power shifts to Iran

U.S. withdraws forces in Iraq as balance of power shifts to Iran The Washington Post What I Saw as the U.S. Debacle in Iraq Unfurled The New York Times US military says its withdrawal of troops from Iraq is complete Anchorage Daily News Statement by Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell on the Conclusion of the U.S.

The Washington Post · 15 days ago

Botswana condemned for slaughtering elephants for independence celebrations

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Botswana condemned for slaughtering elephants for independence celebrations

The government authorises the hunting of 23 elephants and dozens of other wild animals for independence day feasts.

FlexChar · 15 days ago · 1 views

Passenger Describes Chaos Aboard FlyDubai Flight

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Passenger Describes Chaos Aboard FlyDubai Flight

The passenger, Miriam Ohayon, said people on board felt the jet lose control and heard screams. “When they opened the cockpit, there was a lot of blood,” she told Israeli television.

David M. Halbfinger and Natan Odenheimer · 15 days ago

Move to rejoin EU among options for UK, says Burnham

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Move to rejoin EU among options for UK, says Burnham

The PM says a referendum wouldn't be the right thing now but the UK needs to consider its options for the future.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

Last UK and US troops leave Iraq as anti-Islamic State mission ends

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Last UK and US troops leave Iraq as anti-Islamic State mission ends

The withdrawal of coalition forces, under a deal agreed two years ago, was a key demand of the Iraqi government.

FlexChar · 15 days ago

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Russia threatens nuclear strikes on Nato countries over Kaliningrad

Russia threatens nuclear strikes on Nato countries over Kaliningrad Financial Times Russia issues nuclear warning to NATO as tensions rise in the Baltic Reuters Ukraine war briefing: Nato condemns Moscow’s ‘irresponsible nuclear rhetoric’ as strikes on Kyiv intensify The Guardian NATO’s front line now stretches across Europe, top commander warns stripes.com

Financial Times · 15 days ago

Watch: Couple describe relief at rescue after whale destroys their yacht

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Watch: Couple describe relief at rescue after whale destroys their yacht

Jeremy and Gemma Cooper were 500 miles off the coast of New Zealand when their yacht, the Tai Tam, collided with a sperm whale.

FlexChar · 16 days ago

Jay Slater's mum says retracing his last steps in Tenerife gave her 'more closure'

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Jay Slater's mum says retracing his last steps in Tenerife gave her 'more closure'

Debbie Duncan went to Tenerife to trace her son Jay's final steps before his death in 2024.

FlexChar · 16 days ago

Luxury prison in Indonesia demolished after public outcry

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Luxury prison in Indonesia demolished after public outcry

Indonesian lawmakers on Wednesday ordered the demolition of a controversial luxury compound inside a penitentiary near the capital.

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What Life Looks Like in the ‘Fortress Cities’ Russia Is Trying to Break

Emergency workers have to move fast after Russian attacks in eastern Ukraine. Another could come at any moment.

Tyler Hicks and Marc Santora · 16 days ago

Turkish Confectioner Hands Out Doughnuts to Honor the Dead

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Turkish Confectioner Hands Out Doughnuts to Honor the Dead

In Turkey, people who have recently lost loved ones hire doughnut makers to hand out fried dough balls, known as lokma, to honor the dead and spread their blessings.

David Cheung · 16 days ago

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Man City: Pep Guardiola gives backing to club he managed after guilty verdicts

Man City: Pep Guardiola gives backing to club he managed after guilty verdicts BBC Man City to appeal guilty verdict in Premier League breaches case ESPN Man City Premier League charges: Pep Guardiola sends message of support to former club Sky Sports Manchester City have become ‘Sham FC’.

BBC · 16 days ago

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Somali pirates killed five crew members on hijacked tanker, officials say

Somali pirates killed five crew members on hijacked tanker, officials say Al Jazeera Somali pirates killed oil tanker crew before rescue, official tells BBC BBC Somali pirates killed 5 crew members of hijacked tanker before rescue mission, Puntland says Reuters Somali forces recover oil tanker carrying Pakistani crewmen over 5 months after hijacking by pirat

Al Jazeera · 16 days ago

The Latin American Right’s Big Bet

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The Latin American Right’s Big Bet

The Trump administration is exerting new levels of control over the region. What’s the next move?

Katrin Bennhold · 16 days ago

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Top real estate mogul issues stark warning as California buyers say 'enough is enough' on taxes

Top real estate mogul issues stark warning as California buyers say 'enough is enough' on taxes foxbusiness.com A Google co-founder is spending $100 million to defeat California’s wealth tax.

foxbusiness.com · 16 days ago

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Schmitt faces fallout after debunked Jack Smith narrative

Schmitt faces fallout after debunked Jack Smith narrative The Hill Republicans wanted Jack Smith to give them a smoking gun.

The Hill · 16 days ago

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Democratic lawmakers call for protections over third country deportations after ‘indefensible’ court ruling – US politics live

Democratic lawmakers call for protections over third country deportations after ‘indefensible’ court ruling – US politics live The Guardian Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration’s Third-Country Deportations, for Now The New York Times ‘Third country’ deportation can resume, US supreme court rules | First Thing The Guardian Supreme Court lets Trump resume

The Guardian · 16 days ago · 2 views

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Andy Burnham to fight next election on pledge to change voting system

Andy Burnham to fight next election on pledge to change voting system BBC Andy Burnham gets bold at last economist.com ‘Oozing everyman charm’: what the papers say about Andy Burnham’s speech The Guardian ‘I Have to Break the Mold’: Burnham Lays Out Plan for Change in Emotional Speech The New York Times Chris Mason: Burnham delivers deeply political speech w

BBC · 16 days ago · 2 views

Singapore launches matchmaking service for government workers

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Singapore launches matchmaking service for government workers

The launch of FirstDate comes as the ageing nation wrestles with a record-low fertility rate.

FlexChar · 16 days ago

A Way Out of the A.I. Arms Race?

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A Way Out of the A.I. Arms Race?

New research points to how the world could stop short of the brink of disaster. Even with the agreement signed at the White House by tech leaders, it won’t be easy.

Amanda Taub · 16 days ago · 3 views

In Fractious France, Politicians Agree on One Thing: Pope Leo Was a Hit

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In Fractious France, Politicians Agree on One Thing: Pope Leo Was a Hit

In a four-day visit, Pope Leo XIV won praise across the political spectrum, even from its most avowedly secular figures.

Mark Landler and Motoko Rich · 16 days ago

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A startup wants to build a massive nuclear-powered data center on public land in Utah

A startup wants to build a massive nuclear-powered data center on public land in Utah NPR 2 big data centers are coming to Utah’s coal country. How they’ll be powered has residents ‘up in arms.’ The Times-Independent Valar Atomics Plans Large Nuclear Data Center on Utah Public Land suaragarut.id

NPR · 16 days ago · 2 views