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Passengers Subdue Knife-Wielding Pilot in Emergency Cockpit Intervention on Dubai-Tel Aviv Flight
A Flydubai aircraft experienced a critical in-flight emergency when one pilot attacked the other with a knife and attempted to incapacitate the plane. The sudden assault triggered an uncontrolled descent of approximately
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Passengers overpower knife-wielding pilot; Chinese AI safety fears; Reform voters back EU
Passengers overpower a knife-wielding pilot in mid-air drama whilst Chinese AI tools are exposed with critical safety flaws. Reform voters show surprising appetite for closer EU ties, contradicting their party’s Eurosceptic stance.
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Trekkers helicoptered off mountains as more deadly landslides hit Nepal
Heavy rain and landslides have killed about 30 people in Nepal, where communities are still recovering from August’s catastrophic floods, which killed 1,400 and left thousands missing. The latest damage has affected more than 1,900 families, damaged over 240 homes and swept away roads, buildings and bridges. Hundreds of trekkers on the Annapurna Circuit have…
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‘Special surprise’ as rare moth found in nature reserve for first time
Conservationists found the rare Bog Grass Moth at Cors Geirch National Nature Reserve on the Llŷn Peninsula, the first record of the species in that area. Experts described the discovery as a “special surprise” and said it adds to knowledge of the region’s insects, showing that targeted surveys of fen habitats can reveal species not…
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Pension triple lock axed, billionaires’ wealth soars amid crisis
Burnham has announced significant pension reforms replacing the triple lock with a double lock from 2030. New analysis reveals billionaires’ wealth has soared during the cost of living crisis, whilst young people face reduced employment opportunities.
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GTA 6’s Wildlife Gameplay Might Do Something Red Dead 2 Never Could
Rockstar Games has revealed extensive details about Grand Theft Auto 6’s wildlife system through an exclusive Game Informer cover story, showcasing an unprecedented level of environmental immersion for the franchise. The developer has created over 170 distinct animal species across Leonida (a fictional Florida-inspired setting), each with authentic movement behaviours and extraordinary visual detail, suggesting…
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New UK gas and oil projects are a ‘no-brainer’, says EDF boss
EDF Energy chief executive Simone Rossi says approving the Rosebank and Jackdaw North Sea oil and gas projects would not conflict with the UK’s net zero goals. He argues domestic production could replace some imports, support jobs and tax revenues, and help households with energy bills, while the country steadily shifts towards electrification. Rossi says…
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Homeowners in England urged to check flood risk: ‘A third of people don’t realise’
More than two million people in England are unaware that their properties are at risk of flooding, according to the Environment Agency. As the UK braces for a wet and stormy start to winter, the agency is urging residents to check their flood risk and prepare accordingly. This warning comes at a critical time, with…
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Five emerging composers shortlisted for World Soundtrack Awards discovery prize
The World Soundtrack Awards’ Discovery of the Year prize has consistently identified emerging talent who reshape modern film scoring, with past winners including Gustavo Santaolalla, Michael Giacchino and Nicholas Britell. The 2026 shortlist features several innovative composers with diverse backgrounds and compositional philosophies: – Mari Fukuhara, trained in classical music at Tokyo’s Toho Gakuen School…
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Airbnb adds a social travel map and AI-powered discovery features
Airbnb has announced a significant autumn update featuring social and AI-powered capabilities designed to enhance discovery and user experience. The platform is introducing features that allow users to view where their connections have stayed, share their own travel experiences with customizable privacy controls, and access a new Travel Map to explore friends’ bookings and Airbnb…