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UAE has an investigation into theflydubai mid-air incident where anOmani co-pilot allegedly tried to crash a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. - The US has unveiled a new command focused on autonomous and robotic warfare, while announcing plans to cut the number of generals and admirals in the military.
- Congress leader Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has changed his X bio to “former Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee President”, amid a feud in the party.
- India enters men’s hockey finals at the Asian Games after defeating Pakistan by a 4-3.
- New survey shows that Americans are increasingly unhappy with President Donald Trump’s handling of inflation and the economy.
Here are the top news stories of the day:
Was flydubai cockpit attack planned? UAE probe to examine possible terror link
The UAE has ordered a probe into the flydubai mid-air incident which allegedly involved an attempt by an Omani co-pilot to crash a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. Investigators set to examine all circumstances and motives, including any possible links to terrorist activity, prior planning or direction. Read full story
Pete Hegseth to cut generals & admirals in US military by 20%; Pentagon to create new drone command
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth has announced plans to cut the number of generals and admirals in the US military by 20 per cent. He also unveiled a new four-star command focused on autonomous and robotic warfare.
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Amrinder Singh Raja Warring changes X bio after stepping down as Punjab Congress chief
Congress leader Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has changed his X bio to “former Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee President” amid speculation that the Congress high command asked him to step down from the state’s top party post amid a factional feud. Read full story
Abhishek strikes with 45 seconds left as India pip Pakistan 4-3 to enter Asian Games hockey gold-medal match
India defeated Pakistan by a dramatic 4-3 win in the Asian Games hockey semifinal. India survived the intense match after Abhishek scored a goal within the last 45 seconds. Read full story
Trouble ahead of midterm elections? Americans are turning against Donald Trump’s handling of economy, prices
New survey shows that Americans are increasingly unhappy with President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy and rising prices. A sharp drop has been recorded in his economic approval, with the majority blaming his policies for persistently high costs. Read full story