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Flydubai Co-Pilot Allegedly Stabs Captain, Flight Diverts — 6dA Flydubai co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain on a Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight, sending the jet into a steep dive before passengers and crew overpowered him and landed in Saudi Arabia.

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Priya Raman They need stricter mental health checks for cockpit crews after this incident.

UAE Calls Flydubai Cockpit Attack Attempted Terrorism — 5dAfter a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain aboard a Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight and the aircraft plunged, early reports described the episode as a fight or altercation. The wording drew criticism from Israeli officials and others, who said it understated an apparent hijacking or attempted attack, while the circumstances and motive remained under investigation.

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Wounded captain unlocks door and stops cockpit takeover — 4dSmit Machchhar opened the reinforced cockpit door while bleeding after his co-pilot stabbed him on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. The plunge, the passengers who rushed in, and what the case means for aviation security and public safety.

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Dana Whitfield The captain's quick thinking to open the door despite his wounds probably saved everyone on board.

Co-Pilot Allegedly Stabs Flydubai Captain, Plane Lands Safely — 5dFlydubai captain Smit Machchhar, stabbed in the cockpit on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, opened the door after the jet plunged nearly 14,000 feet; all 174 aboard survived.

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Maya Lindstrom It's a relief all 174 survived but airlines need to review cockpit access rules fast.

Co-pilot arrested after stabbing captain on Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv — 5dPassengers and crew stopped a midair stabbing and dive on a Dubai-to-Tel Aviv jet. Israeli leaders call it an attempted crash; the airline says motive is unproven. Pilot access is the real stake.

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Marcus Bell It's alarming that a co-pilot could stab the captain mid-flight, and I'm relieved passengers and crew stepped in fast to prevent a crash.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

CE-Ventures joins €40m round for gene-reactivating biotech Aptadir — Sep 29, 2026Aptadir closed a €40 million seed round called Italy’s largest biotech seed raise, with Dubai-based CE-Ventures among the backers of its gene-reactivating DiR platform.

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Elena Vasquez Italy pulling in the biggest biotech seed round yet shows real momentum for gene tech startups there.

Khachanov Reaches US Open Semifinals After Four-Match Losing Streak — Sep 9, 2026Karen Khachanov advanced to the 2026 US Open semifinals after Alexander Blockx retired in their quarterfinal, setting up a clash with top seed Alexander Zverev, while behind the scenes his Armenian-Russian heritage, wife Veronika, and two sons underline a stable support system driving his career. Profiles highlight his career highlights, including a Paris Masters title and Olympic silver, and note his Dubai-based training and close-knit team as factors in his resurgence.

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In-Laws Arrested in Fatal Dublin Shooting — Sep 27, 2026A 40-year-old Dublin, California, man was shot and killed in the parking lot of Dublin Sports Grounds, and police arrested his parents-in-law, a married couple, on suspicion of murder. The motive remains under investigation.

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Dubai launches open-source deepfake detector with 91% accuracy — 3dDubai’s government-developed Saraab model can detect deepfakes in videos as short as seven seconds, with reported accuracy of up to 91%. Meanwhile, U.S. campaigns are facing growing legal complaints over AI-generated political falsehoods, as states adopt rules but no federal standard governs their use.

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U2 Marks 50 Years With Dublin Performances — Sep 22, 2026A set of pieces traces U2’s rise from Dublin schoolmates forming in 1976 to their status as global icons, highlighting early interviews, evolving public perception, and enduring lineup harmony, alongside a forthcoming 50th-anniversary exhibition in Paris that chronicles their half-century career. The collection weaves personal reminiscences, critical reassessments of their work, and reflections on how faith, youth, and media shaped their trajectory as one of Ireland’s most influential bands.

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Dubai, Makkah Mourn Prominent Royal, Religious Figures — Sep 21, 2026Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, 76, died Monday as Dubai set 10 days of mourning; Grand Mosque muezzin Ibrahim Al-Madani, 51, died hours after his final Fajr adhan.

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Trump Arrives in Ireland Amid Tight Security — Sep 11, 2026Gardaí have imposed extensive security operations across Dublin and County Clare ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit, including temporary drone and maritime restrictions in Clare and heavy traffic controls around Doonbeg for the Amgen Irish Open. Additional measures cover rolling road closures and security checks near Dublin Airport, with protests anticipated and heightened safety at Shannon Airport while public access and parking are restricted on key routes and perimeter roads.

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Israel Lacks Checks on Foreign PilotsWorld — 5dIsrael will tighten security checks and verify the identities of pilots flying into the country after a Flydubai co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain and tried to crash a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight, which passengers and crew helped bring to a safe landing in Saudi Arabia. Flydubai has cautioned against premature conclusions as the incident is investigated.

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Counterterrorism Probe Examines Co-Pilot’s Australia Ties — 2dAuthorities are investigating Omani Flydubai co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami over an alleged cockpit attack on a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight, in which he reportedly assaulted the captain with an emergency axe. Reports say he had previously been removed from flying duties amid security concerns about extremist views, but key details—including his time in Syria and any connection to the attack’s motive—remain unconfirmed; Australian authorities are also examining his reported links to the country.

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Flydubai Co-Pilot Identified After Cockpit Axe Attack — 6dAn Omani co-pilot allegedly stabbed the Indian captain of a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, forcing a dangerous descent and emergency landing in Saudi Arabia; passengers and crew subdued the co-pilot and helped stabilize the aircraft. The captain was reported stable and flown to Dubai for further treatment as authorities investigate the motive, with multiple possibilities still under consideration.

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Macklemore’s Free Palestine tour sells out after Sheeran split — 5dMacklemore says his three-show “Free Palestine” tour in Dublin, Paris and London sold out, with proceeds set to support organizations aiding Palestinians. The shows follow his removal from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour after pro-Palestinian remarks; accounts differ over who drove that decision, amid venue objections and criticism of his comments.

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Flydubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Cockpit Stabbing — 5dFlydubai FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv diverted to Tabuk after a cockpit stabbing; the jet plunged as much as 18,000 feet before other pilots landed it safely.

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Priya Raman The crew deserves credit for getting the plane down safely in Tabuk after losing so much altitude.

Israel-bound flight issues hijacking alert after cockpit incident — 6dA Flydubai Dubai–Tel Aviv flight issued a hijacking alert after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain; passengers and crew regained control and landed in Saudi Arabia as Israel scrambled jets.

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Jared Kim The co-pilot attacking the captain like that is terrifying. Good thing the crew got control and landed safely in Saudi Arabia.

Flydubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Pilot Altercation — 6dFlydubai FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv diverted to Tabuk after a cockpit incident left both pilots hospitalized; the jet dropped from nearly 34,000 to under 17,000 feet in about a minute before landing safely.

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Priya Raman It's concerning that an altercation could incapacitate both pilots at once, and airlines need stricter protocols to prevent this.

Rod Stewart Sets 2027 UK and European Dates as Final Tour — Sep 28, 2026Rod Stewart says his 2027 Final Encore tour across the UK and Europe will be his last, ending more than six decades of touring. He plans to perform arena shows beginning in Dublin, with Howard Jones supporting on UK and Ireland dates; Stewart recently canceled U.S. concerts after a heart procedure.

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Right-wing meme questions media coverage of Dubai flight incident — 5dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Dana Whitfield Trump's blunt style gets called childish but it cuts through the usual political nonsense better than polished speeches.

Macklemore announces 'Free Palestine' tour after Ed Sheeran removal — Sep 24, 2026Macklemore set Free Palestine dates in Dublin, Paris and London after a Sheeran-tour drop, pledging about $1M and saying the billionaire class should not decide who gets a stage.

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Sam Okafor Macklemore turning the removal into his own tour with proceeds going to help is a smart response to the situation.

Trump says he would love to see Ireland unified — Sep 12, 2026During a two-day visit to Dublin, US President Donald Trump said he would love to see a unified Ireland and that it would be a great feather in everybody’s cap, noting the UK would have a say in the matter. He also suggested he could help resolve international disputes such as the Falkland Islands row and arrived amid one of Ireland’s largest security operations, meeting Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Irish President Catherine Connolly.

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Rachel Meyers Trump's take on a unified Ireland makes sense in theory, but the UK still holds the real cards on any decision.