A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after a pilot stabbing incident. Captain Smit Machchhar fought off an attacker and helped land the plane safely.
Trump Touts $54 Billion Alaska LNG Investment as South Korea Says Decision Is Not Final
President Trump announced a major South Korean investment in the Alaska LNG project, aiming to boost energy supplies and support Republican Senate candidate Dan Sullivan.
Snorkel AI Reaches $3.5 Billion Valuation as AI Data Demand Grows
Snorkel AI has reached a $3 billion valuation after raising significant funding, marking growth in the AI infrastructure space.
White Sox End 21-Year Playoff Series Drought with Sweep of Astros
The Chicago White Sox ended a 21-year playoff drought by sweeping the Houston Astros in the AL Wild Card series. They advance to face the Cleveland Guardians.
Tom Cruise’s ‘Digger’ Faces Criticism as Studio Launches Counter-Ad Campaign
Tom Cruise’s new film Digger has drawn mixed reviews, prompting Warner Bros. to launch a promotional campaign that highlights both criticism and praise.
Flydubai Flight Diverted After Violent Cockpit Altercation
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after a pilot conflict. Israeli officials say it was not a hijacking.
Trump Announces Voluntary AI Safety Accord with Tech Leaders
President Trump and top tech executives signed a voluntary agreement to oversee AI development, emphasizing self-regulation and safety measures.
South Africa Unveils Urgent Plan to Tackle Gender-Based Violence After Ekurhuleni Killings
President Cyril Ramaphosa announces a four-point strategy to address gender-based violence and femicide following the deaths of 11 women in Ekurhuleni.
Judge Orders Mamdani Administration to Cancel Pied-à-Terre Tax Notices and Start Over
A judge has ordered Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration to cancel tax notices related to the pied-à-terre surcharge and begin the process anew.
Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Tops 900 Cases With Four Deaths
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has led to 173 hospitalizations and at least four deaths, mostly among unvaccinated individuals. Health officials urge vaccination.