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A planned hijacking is thwarted over the skies of Saudi Arabia; President Trump floats a plan for a national school choice program. And the mainstream media misses the real reason behind the growing ectopic pregnancy deaths.    Segment 1 – Attempted Hijacking; School Choice Program  Fox News article on attempted highjacking  US Treasury press release on school choice plan  Article on scholarship plan  Segment 2 – Ectopic Pregnancy Deaths  Probulica article on ectopic pregnancies  National Review article  Segment 3 – Fewer Kids Identifying as LGBT; The Key to Happiness  Jean Twenge study   Burlington Ralliy   IFS study on happiness  Mom of the year     

P.M. Edition for Oct. 2. The U.S. economy added 29,000 jobs last month, falling short of expectations. Journal economics reporter Konrad Putzier discusses why that's a more solid number than it may seem… and what it means for the Fed's next meeting later this month. Plus, the G-7 countries agree to release 100 million barrels of diesel and oil to help ease soaring prices. We hear from reporter Matthew Dalton about why that seems to end the threat of a U.S. ban on diesel exports, at least for now. And the Journal has learned that Oman had previously banned the FlyDubai attacker from flying over his radical views. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe now for an ad-free experience and all of our episodes. As Derek completes the final phase of his vision quest, Alex Jordan of the Always at War podcast fills in once more. In this week's news: U.S.-Iran talks stall over the order of concessions (1:28); Gulf oil exports return to prewar levels (4:34); Netanyahu uses an attempted seizure of a FlyDubai flight to reinforce his agenda as an election approaches (11:15); in Iraq, the U.S. ends its counter-ISIS mission (16:06); Pete Hegseth launches Project Meridian to study the “future of warfare” (21:35); Trump hosts tech leaders who pledge “tremendous” self-regulation (24:49); British police arrest five men near RAF Fairford amid claims of Iranian involvement (27:23); U.S. intelligence says Saudi Arabia is keeping a nuclear weapons option open (30:06); Russia warns NATO of a nuclear response if Kaliningrad faces a blockade (33:09); Germany's foreign minister meets Russia's foreign minister as Russian attacks hit Ukraine's energy grid (37:27); and Brazil prepares for a presidential election between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro (41:13). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On September 30, 2026, a flight took off from Dubai International Airport for Tel Aviv, with 174 passengers and a crew of six. Over the skies of Saudi Arabia, Flydubai Flight 1073's first officer stabbed the captain and tried to hijack the plane in order to crash it into the earth. The plane dove from 34,000 feet to 17,000 feet in less than a minute. Despite suffering from stab wounds, the captain was able to unlock the cockpit door and some of the Israeli passengers on board managed to restrain the assailant, level off the plane, and treat the pilot while the plane was brought to an emergency landing. All 180 passengers and crew survived what was very nearly a catastrophic act of terrorism. Today's conversation was recorded in the weeks between two anniversaries. September 11, 2001 is now a quarter-century behind us, and October 7, 2023 took place three years ago. For those of us old enough to remember 9/11, the weeks between these two dark days are something of a season of remembrance. That remembrance helps to put this foiled attack into perspective Earlier this week, the assailant attempted to turn a passenger jet into a weapon, as the terrorists did on 9/11. And the people who prevented him from succeeding belong to the nation that was attacked on October 7. These two anniversaries and last week's attack are all connected—just as America (the "great Satan") and Israel (the "lesser Satan") are connected in the minds of our mutual adversaries. They're connected in other ways, too, and how such events are remembered is the subject of this week's conversation with Hussein Aboubakr Mansour, a fellow at JINSA's Gemunder Center and the author of the Abrahamic Metacritique Substack. In the latest installment of his Mosaic column, Via Maris, Hussein, explored "How October 7th Inherited the Guilt of September 11th." He observes that in a growing number of quarters in American life, September 11 is remembered less as an atrocity committed against Americans than as the first chapter of a story about American wrongdoing. That same inversion, of an attacked party being accused as the author of the attack against it, is also the story of Israel after October 7, and in Hussein's analysis, the pattern that took a quarter of a century to fall into place after 9/11 was already set to spring into action when Hamas invaded Israel. Today, he joins Mosaic's editor Jonathan Silver to discuss that pattern and how it took hold.

The war is widening, diplomacy has stalled, and the Middle East is once again sliding towards escalation as the relationship between Israel and the Gulf states grows closer while pressure on Iran is mounting at sea, in the air, and across its network of regional allies. For mind-expanding Q&A's with Aimen, join the CONFLICTED COMMUNITY here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://conflicted.supportingcast.fm/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Aimen and Thomas discuss: The failure of the latest US-Iran diplomacy at the UN and the growing risk of renewed escalation. Israeli claims of renewed Iranian nuclear activity at Pickaxe Mountain and the wider nuclear question. The secret Abu Dhabi meeting and the emerging Saudi-UAE-Israeli security alignment. The war in Yemen, the Houthi advance, and Saudi plans for a major counter-offensive. Pakistan's growing military role in Saudi Arabia and the significance of the Mecca Pact. The widening regional front: Somaliland, al-Shabaab, Eritrea, Europe, and security around the Bab al-Mandab. Iraq after the US troop withdrawal and the future of Iran-backed militias across the region. The Strait of Hormuz, pressure on Iran's economy and aviation, and the attempted FlyDubai terrorist attack. Find us on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/MHconflicted⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/MHconflicted⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/conflictedpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Conflicted is a Message Heard production. Executive Producers: Jake Warren & Max Warren. Produced and edited by Thomas Small. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

//The Wire//2300Z October 2, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: VIOLENT RIOTS CONTINUE IN FRANCE. SECURITY INCIDENT REPORTED AT GRAND MOSQUE IN MECCA. TROOP DEPLOYMENT SURGE OBSERVED AT SOUTHERN US BORDER. UNITED STATES CONTINUES STAGING NAVAL FORCES AND MISSILE DEFENSES IN MIDDLE EAST.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE-----  -International Events-Europe: This morning the United States and other G7 countries gathered to examine the release of strategic diesel fuel reserves, to combat the current global fuel crisis. Following morning meetings, the G7 nations agreed to release a total of 100 million barrels of diesel, 50 million of which will be released by the United States.France: Overnight riots continued to grow in size and scope, with mobs increasing attacks on random citizens. Fire has remained a constant weapon, with schoolteachers and firefighters alike being doused with gasoline and set on fire, or having been hit with Molotov incendiary devices. Reports of looting have emerged in some areas as authorities are not able to maintain order.Saudi Arabia: Last night, an incident was reported at the Grand Mosque in Mecca. Initial reports circulated suggesting that a man had been arrested after being discovered wearing an explosive vest which failed to detonate. After a few hours, Saudi officials stated that one individual had been arrested for harassing people and "causing panic and alarm", without any mention of any sort of terrorism concern.Analyst Comment: At face value, it does not make sense for an Islamic terrorist to conduct an attack at the most revered site within Islam, and accounts of what happened very widely. In this case, the cultural significance of the site warrants further investigation to determine exactly what happened. In the videos of the incident that have circulated on social media, bystanders don't seem to be too concerned with evacuating, and the response by security guards is rather lackluster for this to have been a terror attack.-HomeFront-Texas: Following a cross-border shooting in the vicinity of Garceño a few days ago, a surge of US military forces was conducted this morning, reinforcing the border region with approximately 500 soldiers. Helicopter Assault Force (HAF) operations were conducted today, inserting several platoons to combat outposts along the border.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Within the Middle East, indications and warnings are growing to suggest significant logistical efforts are being conducted by the United States and Iran, to prepare for a further intensification of the conflict. Earlier this week the USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) Carrier Strike Group (CSG) departed port San Diego, bound for the Middle East. The USS MAKIN ISLAND (LHD-8) Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) also departed port San Diego the next day, also bound for the Middle East.The crucial unknown detail is whether or not the US intends to replace the assets on station with these new platforms. If this is a standard relief-in-place operation, this is normal and not an indication of much. However, if these new battle groups are not intended to replace, but rather supplement the assets already on station, this would be a major indicator that major escalations of the war are very likely within a few weeks. As it stands, the current disposition of US forces in the region includes the USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CSG, the USS GEORGE HW BUSH CSG, and the USS BOXER ARG already on station in the Indian Ocean. Of these three, the BUSH has been on station the longest, having been in the region since April, and should be approaching the end of a standard deployment. Similarly, the BOXER has been on station since the end of June, and should be about halfway through her deployment. Considering the fiasco with the USS LINCOLN which resulted in her rapid withdrawal from theater, it's possible that the US Navy is playing it safe and trying to replace battle groups more frequently. However, if these new groups arrive on station and the already-deployed groups stay on station (which happened during the lead up to the war), this would put a total of three aircraft carriers, two amphibious assault ships, and at least one Special Forces Expeditionary Sea Base...a total of six flattops...in the region at the exact moment to be within the predicted window for an intensification of the war.In addition to naval movements, cargo flights continue to take place around the Middle East. Following the combat loss of the headquarters for US 5th Fleet in Bahrain, much of the logistical effort to keep the Navy supplied has been relocated to Diego Garcia. Concerning air defenses, Axios claims that the US has moved two Patriot air defense batteries to Saudi Arabia and Qatar, to bolster defenses in the region. The battery in Qatar was destroyed earlier in the war, and would need to be replaced in any case, and the relocation of another Patriot battery to Saudi Arabia would explain the sudden effectiveness (or existence) of air defenses that intercepted Houthi missiles last week. All things considered, purely in terms of the hardware that is moving into the region, capabilities are stacking up to support whatever (if any) escalation of force that might be in store for the next few months.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

As Derek completes the final phase of his vision quest, Alex Jordan of the Always at War podcast fills in once more. In this week's news: U.S.-Iran talks stall over the order of concessions (1:28); Gulf oil exports return to prewar levels (4:34); Netanyahu uses an attempted seizure of a FlyDubai flight to reinforce his agenda as an election approaches (11:15); in Iraq, the U.S. ends its counter-ISIS mission (16:06); Pete Hegseth launches Project Meridian to study the “future of warfare” (21:35); Trump hosts tech leaders who pledge “tremendous” self-regulation (24:49); British police arrest five men near RAF Fairford amid claims of Iranian involvement (27:23); U.S. intelligence says Saudi Arabia is keeping a nuclear weapons option open (30:06); Russia warns NATO of a nuclear response if Kaliningrad faces a blockade (33:09); Germany's foreign minister meets Russia's foreign minister as Russian attacks hit Ukraine's energy grid (37:27); and Brazil prepares for a presidential election between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro (41:13).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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We are excited to share this Special Edition featuring Julie Kozeracki, Acting Chief Investment Officer for the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF), for a wide-ranging look at the effort to accelerate nuclear power deployment in the U.S. Julie previously served as a Senior Advisor to the office under the Biden Administration and as a Principal with Boston Consulting Group. EDF has over $250 billion in loan authority available to help deploy high-impact energy infrastructure projects. We were thrilled to hear Julie's latest insights on EDF's activities, recent announcements, and the opportunities and challenges ahead for nuclear development in the U.S. In our conversation, we discuss the renewed push to accelerate nuclear power in the U.S. and the increasingly important role of EDF. Julie shares her perspective on nuclear's bipartisan appeal and its ability to support affordability, reliability, energy security, and lower emissions. We explore how EDF's approach has evolved, including its expanded financing authorities and increased focus on nuclear, as well as the Administration's goals of having 10 large reactors with complete designs under construction by 2030 and adding 5 GW of uprates to the existing nuclear fleet. We examine the economics and financing of new nuclear, including EDF's $17.5 billion program to procure long-lead items for 10 AP1000 reactors and the benefits of standardization, supply-chain investment, and accelerating project timelines. Julie discusses growing interest from utilities and independent power producers, lessons learned from Vogtle Units 3 and 4, and why she believes the risk profile for future AP1000 projects is fundamentally different. We also explore how investors and equity analysts view new nuclear projects and how federal financing, investment tax credits, improved risk sharing, and hyperscaler power purchase agreements could help address concerns around cost and risk. Julie shares her perspective on the different approaches of regulated utilities and IPPs, the potential for build-own-transfer structures, and how growing power demand from AI and data centers could create new opportunities for nuclear development. We discuss the significant near-term opportunity to increase generation from the existing nuclear fleet through power uprates and life extensions, including the potential to extend reactors from 60 to 80 years of operation and potentially longer. More broadly, Julie discusses the importance of baseload and dispatchable generation as electricity demand grows, changing attitudes toward nuclear at the federal, state, and local levels, and the role of existing nuclear sites in supporting future development. We close by discussing what will be required to execute at scale, including strengthening the domestic nuclear supply chain, investing in advanced manufacturing and technologies, and developing the skilled workforce of welders, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades needed to support a new generation of nuclear projects. It was a fascinating discussion and we look forward to staying in touch with Julie. To start the show, Mike Bradley highlighted that markets remain focused on interest rates and inflation. Wednesday's PCE inflation report came in below expectations, with headline PCE at ~3.4% and core PCE at ~3.0%, helping push interest rates modestly lower and equity markets higher. Mike noted that while another Fed rate hike this year may still be on the table, the softer reading could reduce expectations for further increases. Turning to oil markets, Mike noted that oil prices have declined ~$8–$10/bbl over the past two weeks as crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz have increased and Saudi Arabia's East-West Pipeline has resumed operations at ~3–4mmbpd. He also discussed the potential for a U.S. diesel export ban and highlighted lower diesel prices as an important factor in easing inflation concerns and improving broader economic sentiment. Veriten Managing Director Nick Morriss also joined the discussion and peppered in his nuclear and power questions and perspectives.

A FlyDubai flight bound for Israel made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after one pilot allegedly stabbed the other and tried to crash the plane, with all passengers safe and investigators working to determine exactly what happened.President Trump is starting his midterm campaign push in Oklahoma and Alabama, raising questions about whether his presence would help or hurt Republicans in battleground states.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he is reshaping the military around a new “warrior ethos,” with plans to cut more senior officers and overhaul parts of the Pentagon seven months into the war with Iran.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Tina Kraja, Rebekah Metzler, Andrew Sussman, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.Our director is Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis and Patrick Murray.Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.And our deputy Executive Producer is Kelley Dickens.(0:00) Introduction(02:18) FlyDubai Midair Attack(06:02) Trump Midterm Campaigning(09:51) Hegseth Reshaping MilitarySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

On this episode Tim & the crew are joined by Lt Governor of Indiana, Micah Beckwith, to discuss An attempted hijacking & terror attack on a flight to Israel Fox News' views in the demo collapsing Americans embracing populism A judge blocking Mamdani's tax targeting the rich Hosts:  Tim @Timcast (everywhere) | https://www.shoutout.fans/timpool Phil @PhilThatRemains (X) | https://allthatremains.komi.io/ Tate @realTateBrown (everywhere) Producer: Carter @carterbanks (X) |  @trashhouserecords  (YT) https://carterbanks.komi.io Guest:  Micah Beckwith @MicahBeckwith (X) Micah Beckwith is the lieutenant governor of Indiana, serving alongside Gov. Mike Braun since 2025. A Republican, he previously worked as a pastor, small-business owner and conservative political organizer.

The Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu says it's too early to say who was behind the foiled attempt to crash an airliner travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Israeli passengers have described how they overpowered the co-pilot after he stabbed the pilot and sent the plane into a nosedive. Two other aircrew who were on board then took control and made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Mr Netanyahu said investigators would examine whether the attacker had accomplices or ties to Iran. Also: Switzerland's glaciers lost more than five per cent of their ice this year as a result of Europe's record-breaking heatwaves, according to a new study. Six Flags Magic Mountain, an amusement park in California, has announced it will permanently close a popular rollercoaster after more than 100 riders alleged they suffered brain injuries. Latest research reveals that children are far more likely than adults to judge a person's emotions by what they hear rather than what they see. And a new AI-generated commercial by movie star Greta Garbo advertising ball bearings decades after her death has reignited debate about the ethics of re-animating dead stars.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.ukPhoto: Yaniv Hayun (pictured on the left), one of the men who helped incapacitate the attacker on the FlyDubai aircraft bound for Israel from the United Arab Emirates, speaks to the media after arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport, September 30, 2026. Credit: Reuters

A FlyDubai jet full of Israelis was supposed to land in Tel Aviv. The co-pilot stabbed the captain instead. The plane plunged thousands of feet. Passengers had to break into the cockpit to stop it. Wednesday morning, FlyDubai flight FZ1073 left Dubai for Tel Aviv with about 174 people on board, most of them Israelis. At cruise altitude, near 34,000 feet, the co-pilot stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the attacker apparently tried to crash the plane with the passengers on board. The Boeing 737 dropped thousands of feet — some flight data put the fall around 17,000 to 18,000 feet — sent a 7700 emergency squawk, and turned for Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Israeli fighter jets were scrambled. Airspace was briefly closed. A man trusted with the controls of a commercial flight to Israel allegedly used that access to try to kill the people in the back. Pat also covered: Trump says the last U.S. troops are out of Iraq. The Pentagon calls the Erbil pullout done, and Trump brands the war a “quagmire” and an “excursion into hell.” Tennessee failed to execute Christa Pike, the only woman on its death row, after two doses of pentobarbital. Vice President JD Vance says James Talarico wears Christianity as a "skin suit" to get elected. A Rasmussen/Our Republic poll found 19% of likely voters would accept a deal that dismantles Israel if oil and gas prices get cut. Controversy: Sophie Cunningham gets fouled by A'ja Wilson in Game 2, a Fever fan pointed and said, "That's on you," and Wilson marched into the stands and drew a technical. Was this a terror attack, or are you still buying the cockpit-fight story? If you had been on that plane, would you have gone for the cockpit door? If you want unfiltered truth and commonsense analysis that cuts through the noise, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:44 New Season of Pat Gray UNLEASHED! Begins Next Monday 01:11 Flydubai Hijacking 07:59 President Trump Gets the U.S.A. Out of Iraq 09:36 President Trump Praises Hispanics 11:37 Marco Rubio Loves America 13:05 Phone Alerts 15:23 Hillary Clinton Does Not Love America 19:03 Gas / Oil Prices 22:24 Drone Swarms in Ukraine-Russia War 30:37 Fat Five 38:51 JD Vance Praises Brandon Gill 39:45 JD Vance on New Jobs in Texas 42:32 JD Vance on James Talarico 45:46 Josh Howerton on Disagreeing with the Bible 47:11 James Talarico Waves the Trans Flag 48:21 University of Michigan Student Doxxed & Harassed 52:32 The World against Israel 55:12 FLASHBACK: Texas School Classroom in 1960 1:00:05 The Caravan is On Its Way 1:05:09 FLASHBACK: Jen Psaki on Immigration Background Checks 1:07:25 Female Iranian Singer Parastoo Ahmadi Sentenced to Flogging 1:12:24 Another WNBA Controversy 1:24:43 Murderer Christa Pike Survives Two Lethal Injections 1:32:27 John Fetterman is a LIFELONG REPUBLICAN?! 1:33:56 Gretchen Whitmer on Abortion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 1. The Justice Department is reviewing whether prosecutors mishandled the Watergate case, decades after the scandal led to Richard Nixon's resignation. WSJ White House reporter Philip Wegmann explains that the review comes as more conservatives, including President Trump, show renewed interest in Nixon's legacy. Plus, mortgage rates had their biggest weekly increase in four years, tracking the sharp recent rise in U.S. bond yields. Markets reporter David Uberti discusses why more ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz haven't done more to send gas prices and bond yields lower. And that global bound rout got messier today, as investors started picking winners and losers in different countries. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:• The diplomatic channel with Iran remains open, with Qatar carrying messages between Washington and Tehran even as the U.S. imposes another round of sanctions.• U.S. forces are leaving Iraq after more than two decades, raising concerns that Iran-backed militias or ISIS could exploit the resulting security vacuum.• Pakistan says it will defend Saudi Arabia against the Houthis by “whatever means are available,” raising the possibility that Islamabad could become directly involved in the widening conflict.• Britain says a Beijing research institute is secretly operating as a front for Chinese intelligence, targeting sensitive technology and expertise from Western institutions.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefHomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/dailybriefand get 50% off your first year of coverage.Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDBCardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down the terrifying near-crash of a FlyDubai flight after a copilot allegedly tried to down the plane, saved only by a wounded pilot and a passenger who happened to be a plumber, plus fresh confirmation that the thwarted UK terror plot near a US airbase has ties to Iran. Bryan covers President Trump admitting he has done a poor job selling a genuinely strong economy, with new jobs and investment numbers overshadowed by high mortgage and fuel prices, and his own theory for how Israeli leaders missed the warning signs before the October 7th attacks. Plus, Bryan covers Senate Democrats blocking a bill to restrict insider stock trading by lawmakers, former Congressman Adam Kinzinger under investigation for betting on his own Biden pardon, leaked remarks from Ken Paxton admitting the Dallas GOP convention hurt Republican poll numbers, and backlash over NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani receiving a federal security clearance. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, FlyDubai, hijacking, UK terror plot, Iran, economy, jobs report, mortgage rates, October 7, Israel intelligence failure, insider trading, Adam Kinzinger, Ken Paxton, GOP convention, Zohran Mamdani, security clearance

Today's Headlines: A FlyDubai pilot stabbed his co-pilot mid-flight, the plane nosedived 17,000 feet in under two minutes, and six passengers stormed the cockpit to overpower him before an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. In adjacent news, the UK confirmed "strong indications" that Iran was behind last weekend's suspected bomb plot at the military base used by the US during the Iran war, which Iran denied, because of course they did. Pete Hegseth gave his "State of the Force" address to hundreds of troops, laying out his military vision as "no fatties, no trannies, no beardos, no weirdos, no wimps — clowns are out, cowboys are in," called reporters covering the Iran war "anti-American losers" and accused them of treason, and unveiled a new autonomous warfare drone command called AutoWarCom set to be operational by October 2027, with Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey, and Newt Gingrich appointed to study the future of warfare under something called Project Meridian. The FTC opened an investigation into OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI companies over product risks — one day after they were all at Trump's AI lunch table. Trump began sending $500 checks to almost a million people just before the midterms, with a letter about his healthcare record enclosed, because nothing says policy achievement like a check arriving six weeks before an election. And the Massachusetts AG released a report finding 270 Catholic clerics across three dioceses were accused of abusing 944 children over several decades — the first full public accounting since the Boston Globe's Spotlight investigation — with no new indictments possible due to statutes of limitations. Resources/Articles mentioned: AP News: Pilot stabs fellow pilot on flight to Israel before passengers intervene to stop attack WSJ: U.K. Says It Has ‘Strong Indications' Iran Is Linked to Foiled Attack on Air Base NYT: In Speech, Hegseth Targets Diversity, Transgender People, Reporters and Iran WSJ: Hegseth Unveils New Command to Oversee Military-Drone Tech CNBC: FTC is investigating OpenAI, Anthropic and other AI companies over product risks WSJ: Trump Sending $500 Checks With Letter Touting Healthcare Record Axios: Over 270 Catholic clerics abused nearly 1000 children, MA AG finds Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron McIntire covers a thwarted hijacking attempt aboard a FlyDubai flight bound for Israel, where a struggle in the cockpit left crew members injured before passengers helped subdue the attacker and the plane landed safely. He covers President Trump's announcement that the last American forces are leaving Iraq, and Senate Democrats blocking bills that would have banned congressional stock trading and required voter ID, the same day a Minnesota grand jury indicted ten foreign nationals for illegal voting. Aaron also covers Vice President JD Vance breaking ground on a new shipyard in Brownsville, Texas, and campaigning for Senate nominee Ken Paxton while criticizing Democrat opponent James Talarico's comments on parental rights. He touches on Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's reduction of general and admiral positions, and closes with his own midterm outlook alongside Spencer Pratt's criticism of Republican political consultants.

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We are so honored to have Air Force retired Colonel John Cluck joining us for this episode to describe for us what a miracle it was a Fly Dubai airliner filled with about 175 Israeli's landed safely in Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia.  Not only does John fly the exact same type of plane for Southwest Airlines, he was based in Tabuk during Operation Iraqi Freedom.  You won't find anyone, anywhere to walk us through exactly what this was like.  Incredible.    Could I have landed that plane?  Could you?  Could we have kicked the door open or subdued the terrorist?  I'll ask it all in a complete analysis of how the heroes made this happen.    Then, our friend Gary Lezak has started a new weather business for KC area folks called www.lezakweather.com and it's really cool.  But I'll play a short clip of him telling us about how this winter make go, what the weather looks like for football in Lawrence and Columbia Saturday and get a Chiefs prediction.

A new study found that Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood has a disproportionate amount drug dealing cases. Republicans attempted to pass a bill that would lower energy costs as a result of data centers, but Senate Democrats filibustered it. This seems to have flown under the radar, the Strait of Hormuz is open again. // A flight from Dubai full of Israelis miraculously made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot stabbed the pilot in what appears to be an attempted terrorist attack. // The TSA is taking chairs away from its officers. Alaska Airlines launching Premium Reserve cabin, new lounges as part of Alaska Accelerate.

Hour 1 (09.30) While California’s gubernatorial hopefuls Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton go at it, the morning news was a midair near-catastrophe: flydubai FZ1073, Dubai to Tel Aviv, copilot allegedly stabbed the captain and tried to put the jet into Israel. The plane dropped about 14,000 feet in seconds, the wounded captain got the door open, passengers rushed the cockpit, and it diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Everyone lived. Timmy says that cabin just spent a lifetime of luck — El Al or nothing if you’re flying into Israel — and one passenger is claiming he knew how to land a plane from watching TV. Where were the air marshals? NHL season is officially open. Prop 40, the “billionaire tax,” has already burned through $250 million in ads; California’s got roughly 250 billionaires, and if they bolt, the fine print could land on everybody else. And University of Georgia student Kristin Sargent danced off an eight-story couch-celebration, fell, and lived. Timmy’s old neighbor, an LA County fire captain, swore you might not walk away from the second floor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 (09.30) Timmy woke up to flydubai FZ1073, Dubai to Tel Aviv: the copilot allegedly stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar and tried to put the jet in the ground. It dropped about 14,000 feet in a blink; the wounded captain got the door open, passengers rushed the deck, spare pilots landed it in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Everybody lived. Timmy says that cabin spent a lifetime of luck — El Al or nothing into Israel — and one passenger claims he learned to land a plane off TV. Where were the air marshals? Prop 40’s billionaire tax is on the ballot in weeks; Gavin Newsom and Xavier Becerra are among those opposed. Newsom wants a national wealth tax instead. The top 1% already bankrolls about 38% of the state budget; if they leave, the hit lands on everyone else, with talk of 3.5 million losing healthcare if the money vanishes. And Newsom signed two bills: tougher penalties for copper theft, and cocktails-to-go extended through 2029. Timmy’s still asking who needs a lid on a bar drink when you’ve had six years to mix one at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a wave of euphoria and relief sweeps Israel, following the attempted - and foiled - hijacking of Flight FZ1073, Yonit and Jonathan delve deep into the story and its implications. They discuss the courage and ingenuity of the passengers who took on a co-pilot apparently bent on causing the mass death of a plane full of Israelis, what the episode says about the character of the country - and what its impact might be on this month's all-important elections. Plus: they assess a failed effort to unite the opposition as they seek to eject Benjamin Netanyahu from office, ongoing violence in the West Bank and a world that increasingly refuses to shake Israel by the hand. Get a free year of SAPIR: http://sapirjournal.org/unholyGet the bonus episodes:Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Unholy-media/join on Patreon: https://bit.ly/UnholyPatreon Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unholy-two-jews-on-the-news/id1548441108

A surge in violence in Yemen has seen Houthi forces seize land on the Red Sea coast – reigniting a war with Saudi Arabia and threatening a further global energy shock. The Iranian-aligned group has increased its foothold in Yemen, now locked in civil war for more than a decade, and launched drone attacks on Saudi oil pipelines. With global trade still reeling from the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and Saudi Arabia's allies in America constrained by the ongoing Iran conflict, where next in the latest escalation in the Middle East? Gavin Esler is joined by Dr Elisabeth Kendall, expert on Yemen and the region and Mistress of Girton College, Cambridge. • Support us on Patreon to keep This Is Not A Drill producing thought-provoking podcasts like this. Advertisers! Want to reach smart, engaged, influential people with money to spend? (Yes, they do exist). Some 3.5 MILLION people download and watch our podcasts every month – and they love our shows. Why not get YOUR brand in front of our influential listeners with podcast advertising? Contact ads@podmasters.co.uk to find out more. Written and presented by Gavin Esler. Produced by Robin Leeburn. Original theme music by Paul Hartnoll – https://www.orbitalofficial.com. Executive Producer Martin Bojtos. Managing Editor Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor Andrew Harrison. This Is Not A Drill is a Podmasters production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Between 2015 and 2022, a Saudi-led coalition of Arab states waged a devastating military campaign in Yemen, which - David Wearing argues in today's episode - was so severe that it resembles Israel's genocidal actions in Gaza. A key role in the Yemen conflict was played by British-built planes that were used to indiscriminately bomb the country, and contributed to what was described by the United Nations at the time as the world's worst humanitarian disaster. In a new report for the Campaign Against the Arms Trade and the Transition Security Project, David and his co-authors argue the case for the British government and UK arms companies to pay reparations to the people of Yemen. In the episode we talked about the report and Britain's role in the Yemen conflict, including in the current phase as hostilities between Ansar Allah and Saudi Arabia escalate once more. And finally, we touched on the UAE and the Manchester City scandal and what it tells us about the phenomenon of the gulf monarchies' involvement in sportswashing. Notes: Britain's Role in Yemen's Brutal War Must End – And Reparations Should Follow: https://zeteo.uk/p/britains-role-in-yemens-brutal-war Reparations for Yemen: A proposal for a windfall tax on British arms companies that enabled Saudi war crimes https://caat.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/09/CAATTSP-Yemen-Reperations-WEB.pdf

Geraldine Mock became the first woman to fly around the world in 1964. Landing for a short stop in Saudi Arabia, she watched as a man approached her plane. When he saw her, he shouted to his friends that this was no man.They applauded!Jerrie Mock's steadiness at the wheel and in her encounters on the ground were the very picture of self-control. Her journey was wildly successful.Titus 2:11–12 says, “For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all, training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions, and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly…”In order to navigate this crazy world, we have to be steady, and the Fruit of the Spirit ends with a reminder to practice self-control in all we do. Be steady. As Scripture reminds us, don't look right or left, but ahead. God sees real value in this trait, because He knows we cannot possibly succeed if we let our emotions rule us, or we run ahead on our own instincts.Let's pray.Lord, help us practice discipline and love doing good as we walk through life. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

A flight carrying more than 100 passengers from Dubai to Tel Aviv narrowly avoided disaster after a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain and tried to crash the plane, before passengers and crew stormed the cockpit and stopped him; President Trump rejects Iran's offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in a broader deal; and the terrorist seen kidnapping Noa Argamani on October 7th is killed in Gaza. Podcast Description:- Israel Daily News website: https://israeldailynews.org- YouTube: https://youtube.com/@israeldailynews- Israel Daily News Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shannafuld- Support our Wartime News Coverage: https://israeldailynews.org/donation-box/- Links to all things IDN: https://linktr.ee/israeldailynews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A flight bound for Tel Aviv averts disaster by diverting to Saudi Arabia. We delve into the fallout. Plus: Youtube co-founder Steve Chen; the editor of ‘Folha de São Paulo’; and why Chanel is designing boat-race trophies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd examines reports that a co-pilot attacked the captain and tried to crash an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight carrying mostly Israeli passengers. He recounts how the wounded captain opened the cockpit, passengers and crew subdued the alleged attacker, and off-duty pilots regained control and landed safely in Saudi Arabia. Todd contrasts the severity of the incident with early media descriptions of a cockpit "altercation," connects the passengers' response to the lessons of Flight 93, and argues that Americans must take the continuing threat of jihadist terrorism and antisemitism seriously.

Hour 3 opens with guest host Dan Buck and Kim St. Onge analyzing reporting on the September 30, 2026 Flydubai Flight FZ1073 emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The hosts review details surrounding the cockpit struggle between Captain Smit Machchhar and the first officer, the rapid altitude loss, passenger intervention, and the landing executed by off-duty pilots. The news roundup includes audio testimony from Capitol Hill hearings on COVID-19 hospital treatment protocols, Department of Justice voter fraud prosecutions outlined by Acting Associate Attorney General Todd Blanche, and public statements by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Former U.S. Senator Jim Talent joins the program to discuss community and faith-based initiatives, contrasting non-profit models like St. Patrick Center with federal administrative bureaucracies. Senator Talent analyzes foreign policy and security developments in the Middle East following the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq, evaluating regional petroleum supply lines and election strategy ahead of the 2026 midterms. The hour continues with commentary on the September 30, 2026 televised CNN California Governor Debate between Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra and Republican candidate Steve Hilton. Buck draws on personal commercial development experience to outline municipal permit review fees and regulatory compliance costs for regional building projects. On Kim on a Whim (sponsored by Missouri Brush Control), the hosts examine the September 29, 2026 WNBA Playoff Game 2 confrontation between Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson and an Indiana Fever courtside fan, reviewing technical foul assessments, arena fan security protocols, and social media reactions from Sophie Cunningham. LISTEN TO 97.1 FM TALK LIVE IN ST LOUIS OR STREAM WORLDWIDE AT 971TALK.COM Hashtags: #971FMTalk #StLouis #STLNews #DanBuck #Flydubai1073 #JimTalent #AjaWilson

Hour 1 opens with guest host Dan Buck sitting in for Marc Cox alongside Kim St. Onge. The hosts analyze the September 30, 2026 Flydubai Flight FZ1073 in-flight emergency, reviewing reports of an in-flight cockpit struggle, a rapid 17,000-foot descent, passenger intervention, and the plane's emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. On the news roundup, the segment reviews Department of Justice voter fraud prosecutions outlined by Acting Associate Attorney General Todd Blanche, media commentary by Joy Reid, and artificial intelligence regulation statements from Senator Bernie Sanders. The hosts discuss political economic models, comparing public sector service delivery with private market enterprise. The segment details legal and procedural developments following the September 30, 2026 attempted lethal injection of Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike. On Kim on a Whim (sponsored by Missouri Brush Control), the hosts evaluate viral social media reports regarding in-store customer location tracking, highlighting Target's deployment of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons on shopping baskets and carts paired with Acuity Brands intelligent LED ceiling lighting systems. The hour closes with Buck sharing reflections on high school sports officiating, addressing spectator behavior and umpire retention in youth athletics. LISTEN TO 97.1 FM TALK LIVE IN ST LOUIS OR STREAM WORLDWIDE AT 971TALK.COM Hashtags:#971FMTalk #StLouis #STLNews #DanBuck #Flydubai1073 #TargetTracking

First, we speak with The Indian Express' Raakhi Jagga about the protests that took place at Punjab's Chitkara University and Lovely Professional University. She discusses the reasons behind the protests, the resulting violence, and how social media posts triggered both incidents.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about the Research Development and Innovation Fund, the government's initiative to provide funds to companies engaged in research in sectors such as space, robotics and artificial intelligence. He shares how the process worked and why the invitation for funding will now close. (13:57)Lastly, we discuss an incident where an Indian pilot was credited with saving all the passengers on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv that signalled an emergency landing at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia. (28:15)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava, and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

A flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv has turned into a terrifying high-altitude struggle when one of the pilots was attacked in the cockpit by his co-pilot. Passengers were fighting to help crew regain control of the plane as it plunged 17,000 feet before making an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Today, counterterrorism expert Greg Barton on what we know about this mid-air attack and what it could mean for security in the region. Featured:Greg Barton, Rector of Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia.

The Dawn Stensland Show opens October with critical Pennsylvania political news, health awareness, and an exclusive in-studio interview. Dawn celebrates a massive grassroots victory for Pennsylvanians after public pressure forced the Shapiro administration to pull back overreaching Department of Health regulations that mirrored Wolf-era mandates. State Senator Kim Ward, Senate President Pro Tempore and breast cancer survivor, joins us to react to the 10,000-plus public comments that stopped the power grab. Senator Ward and Dawn also share personal family stories for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, urging women across the Commonwealth to prioritize early detection and schedule life-saving mammograms. We break down the shocking details of a thwarted terror attack aboard an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight. Dawn reacts to reports of an Omani co-pilot stabbing the captain mid-air, sending the plane into an 18,000-foot plunge before heroic passengers—including an Israeli plumber—and crew members subdued the attacker. We examine President Trump's reaction to the crisis, the miracle landing in Saudi Arabia, and how shifting geopolitical relationships in the Middle East made the emergency response possible. Candidate for Pennsylvania's 5th Congressional District, Nick Manganiello, stops by our studios for a candidate spotlight segment. Dawn presses the MIT graduate and former Wall Street bond trader on his campaign against incumbent Mary Gay Scanlon, his America First vision, and his strategies to combat inflation. We discuss the real drivers behind housing costs, government spending, tariffs, AI data center expansion, and how his background in risk management can help restore fiscal discipline in Washington.

A commercial flight travelling from Dubai to Israel was forced to make an emergency landing after an apparent brawl between its pilots. The flight was in Jordanian airspace when it diverted to Saudi Arabia, after the plane fell 16,000ft in two minutes during the incident. Authorities are investigating a number of lines of inquiry including a hijacking attempt or a mental health incident. Lucy Hough speaks to Middle East correspondent Will Christou

Clement Manyathela speaks with the listeners on the FlyDubai flight incident where the pilots reportedly fought, leading to the emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. They also touch on Joe Sibanyoni's testimony at the Madlanga commission. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The leaders of Israel and India are hailing Indian pilot Smit Machchhar as a hero for saving passengers after he was stabbed by his colleague. Israeli Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu says an Israeli passenger, hearing the commotion, rushed from row 16 into the cabin to help. A second pair of flydubai pilots were on board and were able to land the jet in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia after it went plunging nearly 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds after the stabbing. The alleged attacker has been arrested and was being questioned by Saudi authorities. Israeli officials say his motive remains under investigation.At Wednesday's State of the Force address, War Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke to junior officers and enlisted leaders at the Marine Corps Base Quantico. He called for a reduction in the total number of officers, and that colonels who want to be promoted to general will need to pass evaluations showing ability to solve complex military problems on winning on the battlefield. He also said some of the changes he's implementing are twice a year physical fitness tests, and evaluations on competency regardless of gender.California's gubernatorial candidates Javier Becerra and Steve Hilton held a heated debate on Wednesday night. Affordability was the focus, with the state being among the most expensive states to live in. Hilton argued for lowering income taxes and cutting the gas tax, with Becerra arguing that his proposed cuts would hurt the state. Polls currently show Becerra leading with 57% and Hilton at 35%.

How did the passengers of Flydubai's flight FZ1073 prevent a catastrophe after a cockpit attack? And what does this incident mean for Israel at a politically charged moment?On Wednesday, a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after one pilot allegedly stabbed the other. The aircraft entered a 17,000ft plunge before passengers and crew forced their way into the cockpit, overpowered the alleged attacker and helped bring the plane back under control. The injured pilot, identified as Indian national Capt Smit Machchhar, was taken to hospital after the flight landed and later called a "hero" by the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Now, Israeli officials are investigating whether the stabbing was an act of terrorism – and whether any warning signs were missed. On The Global Story, Tristan Redman speaks to BBC Middle East correspondent Yolande Knell, who explains what we know so far about the Flydubai flight and the significance of a suspected security incident so close to pivotal elections in Israel. Producers: Sam Chantarasak and Valerio EspositoExecutive producers: James Shield and Martine PowersSenior news editor: China CollinsPhoto: A plane, carrying passengers who were on the FlyDubai aircraft bound for Israel from the United Arab Emirates, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia following an emergency signal, arrives at the Ben Gurion International Airport. REUTERS/Ammar Awad

Authorities in Saudi Arabia questioning a pilot at the centre of a mid-air stabbing, South Australia launches a nation-first royal commission into AI, Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has announced his retirement

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Vicki Turner about some of the international stories making headlines, including a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv that was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain with a knife during the flight, the departure of the last US and British troops from Iraq, bringing an international military mission that began in 2014 to fight Islamic State to an end, and a major change planned for next year’s London Marathon. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Dyer, a retired Combat Special Missions Aviator, joins Chris and Amy. 'I don't think Hollywood itself could write a script like what happened,' on that plane over Saudi Arabia yesterday. He shares how cockpit safety changed since 9/11 and dealing with crews when he was in the Air Force. Dyer is the author of 'Moonchild: The Roots and Wings of a USAF Combat Special Missions Aviator'

An Israel-bound flight with about 170 people on board has landed safely in Saudi Arabia after a fight broke out between pilots, triggering a hijacking alert. Two Israeli officials said the co-pilot is believed to have stabbed the captain and tried to crash the plane. Officials from Tabuk airport, where the Flydubai flight landed, say they are being treated in hospital. Also; Russia has carried out another massive overnight attack on Ukraine's Kyiv region, hitting energy infrastructure and residential buildings. President Zelensky says seven people have been killed and 24 injured across Ukraine in the latest drone and missile strikes. Africa's richest man has launched the construction of a giant oil refinery on Kenya's coast, describing it as a new chapter in the continent's industrial journey, and we find out the winner of the 2026 Fat Bear Week in Katmai National Park in Alaska, a contest in which 16 bears took part with two million votes cast from 100 countries around the world. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk Photo: A Flydubai aircraft sits on the tarmac at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv, Israel, 30 September 2026. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock

- The episode opens with reports of a FlyDubai hijacking attempt in which a co-pilot allegedly stabs the captain, the plane plunges thousands of feet and passengers help overpower the suspect before other pilots land safely in Saudi Arabia. - Lindsay Clancy's defense faces renewed scrutiny after Kevin Reddington argues there is “no evidence” she killed her children despite previously centering the case on an insanity defense. - Ayanna Pressley's comments about Black women in the federal workforce are contrasted with Sarah Huckabee Sanders' welfare-to-work ad featuring a fictional unemployed man named “Brad.” - A Senate hearing puts Jack Smith's investigation under the microscope as lawmakers discuss subpoenas involving communications from members of Congress and numerous major media organizations. - Sean “Diddy” Combs reportedly receives unusual prison perks, including inmates handling his laundry, making his bed and giving him massages while he serves his sentence. Today's podcast is sponsored by  PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don't Miss ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“MobLand.”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ All episodes NOW STREAMING on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paramount Plus.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got a comment or question? Send it to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EmailGreta@newsmax.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and it may be used or answered on an upcoming episode. You can watch the video version of the “Greta Wire” podcast on NEWSMAX social media channels, plus YouTube and Rumble, on the same afternoon the audio version launches. Listen to Newsmax LIVE and subscribe to our entire podcast lineup at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://Newsmax.com/Listen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't miss Greta every weekday on “The Record with Greta Van Susteren” at 4 PM ET, only on NEWSMAX TV. Watch the show anytime, anywhere with NEWSMAX+. Get your 15-day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://NewsmaxPlus.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Greta on Social Media: Facebook: / greta  X/Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/greta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: / greta  TikTok: / greta.com  Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media: Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://nws.mx/FB⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://nws.mx/twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://nws.mx/IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: / newsmaxtv  Rumble: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TRUTH Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GETTR: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gettr.com/user/newsmax⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Telegram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://t.me/newsmax⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BlueSky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Parler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://app.parler.com/newsmax⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ THANKS FOR LISTENING! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Going into midterms, GOP is talking to Norm, they are banking on you. Tighten up messaging. Never start talking about the thing you don’t want Norm thinking about walking into the voting booth. 3 things to campaign on. Democrats are insane. Affordability. Deportations. Saudi Arabia is flush with cash, and modern military equipment from us. Houthi’s blowing pipelines up, how are they able to kneecap the nation? Saudi is soft. Carlos Marcello’s home in New Orleans. Louisiana knows how to party. Ugly reality of DC. Communists only look at the law as a tool for the revolution.Follow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

P.M. Edition for Sept. 30. One pilot of the FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv is in custody after a cockpit stabbing forces an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Journal reporter Anat Peled brings us the latest. Plus, the 10-year Treasury yield hits a 24-year high, while stock markets remain on track for double-digit gains in 2026 after a turbulent third quarter. WSJ reporter Heather Gillers explains what's driving markets–and what poses a risk to the rally. And Eli Lilly says a study of its next-generation obesity drug suggests it could help patients lose even more weight. Pharmaceutical industry reporter Alex Janin breaks down what this means for the weight-loss space. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1965  IBM  360/85 FORT MEADECONTENTS OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 9-29-2026Navigating Artificial Intelligence And ElectionsGUEST: Liz PeekLiz Peek analyzes the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and the emerging debate over its regulation. While tech figures like Sam Altman and Elon Musk advocate for industry guardrails to mitigate risks like rogue AI agents and safety vulnerabilities, President Trump pushes for rapid advancement to maintain a competitive edge over China. Peek differentiates macro AI safety concerns from local opposition to data centers, which centers on utility costs. Turning to politics, she evaluates the Senate midterms, noting Republicans hold an edge in key tossup states like New Hampshire and Maine, while Democrats face steep challenges running the table nationwide. File 1Middle East Escalations And ConflictGUEST: Jonathan Schanzer Jonathan Schanzer evaluates ongoing conflicts across the Middle East, focusing on Iran, Yemen, Lebanon, and Gaza. Iran seeks to prolong military tensions to deplete American munitions, raise oil prices, and avoid facing severe domestic anger over its collapsing economy. In Yemen, the Iranian aligned Houthi militia pushes to unify the country, threatening Saudi Arabia and regional stability. Meanwhile, Hezbollah capability in Lebanon has been reduced by eighty percent, though political paralysis hinders government control. Schanzer notes that ending the Gaza conflict hinges on disarming Hamas, while withdrawing American troops from Iraq opens dangerous avenues for Iranian influence across the region. File 2European Leftist Populism And AIGUEST: Joseph Sternberg2 Joseph Sternberg highlights the rise of far left populism in Europe, exemplified by Die Linke winning local elections in Berlin. The party, rooted in East German communism, combines classic Marxist economic proposals like housing nationalization with troubling anti-Semitic sentiments emerging from an alliance of radical critical theorists and Islamist voters. Sternberg argues this coalition makes hostility an existential issue for the left compared to right wing parties. He also addresses the economic uncertainties of artificial intelligence, warning that massive infrastructure spending on data centers may fail to yield expected financial returns, creating major risks alongside ongoing American and Chinese competition. File 3Michigan Senate Battleground Midterm AnalysisGUEST: Thaddeus McCotter Thaddeus McCotter provides an extensive analysis of the Michigan Senate race between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El Sayed. McCotter highlights economic anxieties, inflation, and energy costs driven by Middle East conflict as central voter concerns. While Michigan historically leans Democratic in Senate contests, El Sayed's primary victory over center left Haley Stevens and his association with radical figures like Hassan Piker alienate moderate voters. McCotter observes that while Democrats capitalize on economic frustration, El Sayed's far left platform gives Republicans a viable path. Nationwide, McCotter notes that Democrats face an uphill battle to win the Senate this cycle. File 4Global Security And Strategic GeopoliticsGUEST: Gregory Copley Gregory Copley analyzes global geopolitical shifts, focusing on China, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom. He describes the summit between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump as symbolic stability designed to prop up China's fragile domestic economy and internal Communist Party rivalries amid severe water and demographic crises. In Southeast Asia, Copley examines Indonesia acquiring an aircraft carrier under President Prabowo Subianto, signaling strategic modernization to safeguard vital maritime choke points between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Finally, he dismisses the Cardiff Memorandum, a sovereignty effort by Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish leaders, as grandstanding driven by frustration with Westminster government performance. File 5Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure And RegulationGUEST: Jim McTague Jim McTague explores the political and economic friction surrounding artificial intelligence expansion, particularly the development of massive data centers. Reporting from Pennsylvania, McTague notes how local municipalities are establishing zoning regulations and utility constraints to prevent corporate developers from imposing facilities without community input. Alongside cohost Thaddeus McCotter, McTague discusses White House backing for a golden age of artificial intelligence, comparing proposed regulatory approaches to financial market oversight. While tech leaders call for industry guardrails, McTague emphasizes that light touch, goal oriented regulatory models are superior to heavy handed rules, warning that political backlash over energy grid strain impacts elections. File 6Russian Election Control Hybrid WarfareGUEST: Ivana StradnerIvana Stradner details how Vladimir Putin maintained absolute control over Russia's Duma elections, securing three quarters of the seats for United Russia through autocratic manipulation, barring anti war parties like Yabloko, and staging fabricated electoral unity. Stradner explains that these domestic maneuvers serve Putin's broader ambition of restoring imperial dominance and testing NATO resolve. Through hybrid warfare, encompassing political pressure, sabotage, cyber operations, and psychological tactics, Russia aims to exploit western disunity and risk aversion. Stradner warns that Putin seeks to expose NATO Article Five as ineffective, emphasizing that western allies must show unity and escalate deterrence to counter threats. FILE 7Russian Sanctions Arctic Energy ExpansionGUEST: Max Meizlish Max Meizlish analyzes the enforcement of United States economic sanctions on Russia's Arctic LNG Two energy project and the strategic implications of the Polar Silk Road partnership between Moscow and Beijing. Meizlish notes that while previous enforcement turned back critical Chinese power modules, inconsistent application permitted later deliveries. Chinese state owned enterprises buy sanctioned facilities to shield transactions from Western pressure while purchasing discounted Russian liquefied natural gas. Meizlish stresses that Washington must utilize new legislative mandates like the Graham Sanctions Act to penalize non compliant Chinese entities, warning that weak enforcement enables adversaries to build dual use Arctic infrastructure. File 8

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• Russia issues a new nuclear warning to NATO, saying any attempt to cut off or attack the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad could trigger a response involving nuclear weapons as tensions continue to rise in the Baltic.• Israeli officials say passengers and crew aboard a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv subdued the co-pilot after he allegedly stabbed the captain and attempted to crash the aircraft, forcing an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Flydubai says the reason for the altercation remains unknown.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDBTax Relief Advocates: End your tax nightmare today by visiting us online at https://TRA.com or call 800-583-6515Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code PDB

According to Israeli authorities, a plane traveling into Tel Aviv from the United Arab Emirates nearly crashed after a pilot stabbed another pilot and appeared to have tried to crash the aircraft, but the plane eventually landed safely after being diverted to Saudi Arabia. Also, a look at Cuba's shifting economy. And, students in more than 400 high schools across France are protesting funding cutbacks, overcrowded classes and teacher shortages, with demonstrations in some cities turning violent. Plus, how Ghana's college admissions are largely tied to one major exam. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A co-pilot on a FlyDubai airlines flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel stabbed the captain and then apparently tried to crash the jetliner carrying around 170 people. Heroic passengers and members of the crew subdued the attacker, and the plane landed safely in Saudi Arabia. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the captain of the flight as a “true hero,” saying he fought back despite serious stab wounds and helped prevent a midair catastrophe. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Rep. Mike Haridopolos (FL), Chairman of the Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee and House Financial Services Committee whip, who shares his reaction on the attempted hijacking and his excitement over the state and momentum of American space programs, particularly centered around Florida's Space Coast. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices