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- 1PM Modi hails injured Captain Smit Machchhar as hero●Captain Smit Machchhar is a HERO. In the face of the gravest danger and despite being seriously injured, he showed immen
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Captain Smit Machchhar, saying he showed immense courage despite being seriously injured, protecting others and helping save hundreds of lives while averting a great tragedy. The tribute is drawing wide attention and praise across India, with many saluting the officer's bravery in the face of grave danger.
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Argentina are taking on Bolivia, a match drawing wide global attention across Europe, Asia and the Americas. Coach Lionel Scaloni has outlined a tactical evolution for the side as the post-Lionel Messi era begins, saying the team will find a way to play differently. Fans are watching closely to see how Argentina adapt without their long-time captain.
- 3flydubai pilot hailed hero after fighting off cockpit stabber●This man is a hero. Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian captain of flydubai Flight 1073, fought back after being stabbed
Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot of flydubai Flight 1073, is being praised as a hero after he was stabbed in the cockpit during a flight and still managed to fight back and unlock the cockpit door. His action allowed Israeli passengers and the Emirati cabin crew to intervene and subdue the attacker, reportedly preventing a far worse outcome. The incident has drawn widespread praise for the pilot's courage, including from Israel's Foreign Ministry.
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Argentina are playing Bolivia in a World Cup qualifier, with Lionel Messi absent from the squad. Broadcasters have published kick-off times, TV listings and confirmed line-ups as fans across Latin America and Europe follow the match. Attention is on how the defending champions cope without their captain.
- 5FlyDubai Captain Overpowers Stabbing Co-Pilot Mid-Flight●Captain Fights Off Stabbing Co-Pilot to Save Flydubai Flight
The captain of a FlyDubai flight fought off a co-pilot who attacked him with a knife in the cockpit, preventing what could have been a disaster and landing the plane safely. The story is drawing widespread attention as details emerge about how the captain managed to subdue his colleague and keep control of the aircraft with passengers on board.
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Investigators suspect the captain of an Israel-bound passenger jet deliberately tried to crash the aircraft, putting it into a steep 5,000-metre dive before an emergency landing was carried out, according to Nikkei reporting. The incident has prompted urgent questions about pilot screening and cockpit security on international routes, with the plane ultimately landing safely.
- 7Netanyahu praises Indian pilot who fought cockpit attacker▼My salute to the Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his extraordinary bravery. Despite being stabbed and seriously
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly saluted Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, saying that despite being stabbed and seriously injured, the captain fought back, opened the cockpit door and enabled passengers and crew to overpower the attacker, preventing what he described as a catastrophic mid-air tragedy. The praise has drawn wide attention to the pilot's actions.
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Argentina are playing Bolivia in a 2026 international friendly, but Lionel Messi is not in the squad, prompting widespread questions about his absence. Searches about the fixture are trending across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, India and Italy as fans look up why the captain is missing and how the team lines up without him.
- 9Flydubai Captain Subdues Stabbing Attempt on Tel Aviv Flight●Captain Fights Off Stabbing Attack, Saves Flydubai Flight to Tel Aviv
The captain of a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv fought off a stabbing attack onboard, preventing harm to passengers and crew and allowing the plane to continue safely. Details about the attacker's identity and motive have not been confirmed, and it is not clear whether anyone was injured in the incident. The story is drawing wide attention given ongoing tensions around flights to Israel.
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Argentina are playing Bolivia in a World Cup qualifying match, with the fixture trending worldwide. Attention is also on whether the Argentine federation might retire the No.10 shirt for Lionel Messi, an idea they have considered before, as discussion grows about honouring the captain's legacy during the qualifying campaign.
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India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson is drawing attention after telling the BCCI that the team is aiming to give its best for India. The comment comes amid ongoing discussion among fans about his role and form in the national side. Interest in the Rajasthan Royals captain remains high as selection debates continue around India's batting line-up.
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Reports in Germany say Jurgen Klopp is refusing to reveal who will captain the national team, with Joshua Kimmich among the leading candidates for the armband. The German coach is deliberately keeping the decision a mystery ahead of upcoming internationals, fueling debate among fans and pundits about whether Kimmich will keep or lose the captaincy.
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Argentina are preparing to take on Bolivia in a World Cup qualifier, with head coach Lionel Scaloni weighing up his starting lineup. Emiliano Martinez, known as Dibu, is set to serve as vice-captain, while two positions in the XI remain undecided ahead of kickoff. The fixture is drawing wide international attention across search trends in Europe, Asia and the Americas.
- 14Flydubai Captain Stabbed by Co-Pilot Fights Back to Save Flight●Captain Stabbed by Co-Pilot Fights Back to Save Flydubai Flight
Reports describe a Flydubai captain who was stabbed by his co-pilot mid-flight but fought back and managed to save the aircraft. The story of the captain's struggle and the safe outcome is drawing wide attention, with readers reacting to the crew's actions and asking how such an assault could occur in the cockpit.
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Argentina are taking on Bolivia in a football fixture drawing attention across multiple countries. Alongside interest in the match itself, discussion has turned to whether Argentina could retire the number 10 shirt in honour of Lionel Messi, an idea the federation has explored before. Fans worldwide are following both the result and the debate over how the captain's legacy should be honoured.
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The Argentine Football Association released a video about Lionel Messi's farewell from the national team, and it left fans deeply emotional. Radio Mitre highlighted the clip as it spread widely, with supporters reacting to the tribute to the captain's departure from the Selección.
- 17Flydubai Co-Pilot Stabs Captain, Passengers Stop Hijack●Co-Pilot Stabs Captain on Flydubai Flight; Passengers Foil Hijack Attempt
A co-pilot aboard a Flydubai flight allegedly stabbed the captain in an apparent hijack attempt, which passengers helped subside. The captain is reported to have survived, and the aircraft landed safely. News of the incident is spreading rapidly, with reactions focusing on how the attack was stopped and questions about cockpit security and crew vetting.
- 18Roy Keane tells Manchester City to bin their medals●"Stick medals in the BIN" - Roy Keane Reacts To Damning Man City Verdict
Roy Keane delivered a blunt verdict on Manchester City, saying the team should throw their medals in the bin following what he described as a damning assessment of their performances. The former Manchester United captain did not hold back in his criticism of Pep Guardiola's side, and his harsh comments are dividing football fans.
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The New York Islanders have handed rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer a leadership role, naming him an alternate captain and passing over veteran Mathew Barzal for the 'A'. The decision has sparked debate among fans, with many questioning why a teenager fresh into the league was promoted ahead of established stars, while others see it as a bold vote of confidence in the top draft pick.
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Ruben van Bommel made his debut for the Dutch national team, with his father, former Oranje captain Mark van Bommel, following the match on his phone. Mark said he was enjoying the moment as a father, calling the debut special. The young midfielder's first cap has drawn wide attention in the Netherlands, adding to the family's football legacy.
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South Africa captains Temba Bavuma and Quinton de Kock were involved in a heated exchange that was caught on camera during an ODI against Australia. The moment quickly spread across social media, with fans and commentators debating what sparked the confrontation between the two teammates in the middle of the match.
- 22Passengers and captain credited with saving a flight from an attacker●It’s impossible to overstate how fortunate we are that the passengers all survived this flight. If the captain hadn’t ma
Commenters are describing a flight in which every passenger survived an attack on board. The captain managed to unlock the flight deck door in time, and passengers overpowered the attacker; both actions are credited as the only reasons everyone on the plane lived. Discussion is focused on how narrow the margin of survival was and how close the incident came to catastrophe.
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Israeli Prime Minister has paid tribute to Indian pilot Captain Smit, saluting his bravery. According to Dainik Bhaskar, he described the captain as a hero and said he helped thwart a plot compared to 9/11. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also called Captain Smit a hero, and the story is drawing wide attention in India.
- 24Shubman Gill hits fastest ODI double century●India captain Shubman Gill hits fastest double-hundred in one-day international cricket
India captain Shubman Gill has scored the fastest double-hundred in one-day international cricket history, reaching 200 runs in fewer deliveries than any previous batter. The landmark innings, achieved while leading the national side, puts Gill alongside an elite group of ODI double-centurions that includes Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma, and is being widely celebrated as a defining moment in his captaincy.
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A flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain mid-flight and tried to crash the aircraft. Reports say the plane plunged more than 4,000 meters in about 30 seconds to two minutes before the crew regained control and diverted. Investigators are examining whether a violent dispute between the two pilots triggered the incident.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has left with immediate effect and retired from international football with Portugal, according to a report by Goal.com. The announcement has instantly become one of the most searched topics in multiple countries, topping trends in Germany and Brazil and ranking highly in France, the Netherlands, Spain and Italy. Fans and pundits are reacting to the end of an era for the record-breaking Portugal captain.
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Australia wrapped up a consolation win in the one-day international finale, but the victory came at a cost. Cameron Green was injured before hitting a six and then being dismissed, while Matt Renshaw went down in a fielding incident, raising doubts over their availability for the upcoming Test series.selectors handed a debut to Edwards, with Green, Starc and Hazlewood returning, and the captain addressed speculation over a star batter's Test place and a call on Marnus Labuschagne.
- 28FlyDubai Pilot's Old Interview on Cabin Crew Resurfaces●A year-old interview with FlyDubai’s HERO PILOT Capt. Smit Machchar broke down the importance of the plane’s crew. “When
A year-old interview with FlyDubai captain Smit Machchar is circulating again, in which he stressed the vital role of an aircraft's crew during emergencies. "When we are up there and if something happens, who's going to save you?" he asked, lamenting what he called the public's poor outlook toward crew members. The remarks are being widely shared as praise for pilots and cabin crew.
- 29Hayley Matthews sets record for most women's ODI hundreds in a year●Most hundreds scored in women's ODIs in a calendar year: 5 Hayley Matthews (WI) in 2026 (12 innings)🏝️ 5 Laura Wolvaardt
West Indies captain Hayley Matthews has scored five centuries in women's one-day internationals in a single calendar year, reaching the mark in just 12 innings during the series against Zimbabwe. She equals the record shared by Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits and Smriti Mandhana, who each hit five hundreds in 2025, but did so in far fewer innings.
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Sidney Crosby says he still feels the same fire to compete as he prepares for his 22nd NHL season with the Pittsburgh Penguins. In comments reported by TSN, the veteran captain spoke about what continues to drive him after more than two decades at the top of the league, drawing attention from hockey fans as the new season approaches.
- 31Flydubai Co-Pilot Stabs Captain, Passengers Halt Dive●Flydubai Co-Pilot Stabs Captain, Passengers Save Plane from Dive
Reports are circulating that a Flydubai co-pilot stabbed the captain during a flight, causing the aircraft to dive before passengers intervened to help restrain him and allow the crew to stabilise the plane. Social media users are sharing updates on the captain's condition, the flight's route and diversion details, and questions about cockpit security and screening of flight crew.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has left the Portugal national team with immediate effect and retired from international football, according to Goal.com. The announcement ends an era for the country's all-time leading scorer and captain, and is drawing widespread reaction from fans and pundits across Europe, with the story also trending in France.
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Jorge Jesus is back in the spotlight as Portuguese media report that Cristiano Ronaldo is waiting for a private jet to travel to Madrid, a development that has put renewed focus on the coach and his links to the Portugal captain. Sports outlets in Portugal and Spain are following the story closely, with readers debating what the trip could mean for Ronaldo's next move and Jesus's own future.
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Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has ruled out starting Cristiano Ronaldo against Denmark after the striker left a training session early. The news raises doubts over the captain's fitness ahead of Portugal's upcoming fixture, and fans across Europe are watching closely for updates on whether Ronaldo will feature at all.
- 35Shubman Gill smashes fastest ODI double-hundred●India captain Shubman Gill hits fastest double-hundred in one-day international cricket https://www.nytimes.com/athletic
India's one-day international captain Shubman Gill has scored the fastest double-hundred in ODI cricket history, breaking the previous record for reaching 200 runs in an innings. The landmark performance is drawing wide attention across the cricket world, with fans and pundits celebrating the batting record set by the young captain.
- 36Co-pilot stabs plane captain mid-flight in possible terror attack▼Co-pilot stabs plane captain mid-flight in possible 'terror attack,' officials say
Officials say a co-pilot stabbed the captain of a passenger plane during a flight, in an incident being investigated as a possible terror attack. No details have been confirmed about the airline, route, or the condition of those involved. The story is drawing attention as the investigation develops.
- 37FlyDubai Co-Pilot Accused of Stabbing Captain Mid-Flight▼'September 11th Is Happening Again': Omani Co-Pilot Accused of Stabbing Captain and Attempting to Crash FlyDubai Jet Carrying 150 Israelis
An Omani co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight has been accused of stabbing the captain and attempting to crash the aircraft, which was carrying roughly 150 Israeli passengers. Reports circulating online quote a passenger saying 'September 11th is happening again' as the incident unfolded. Details about the flight's route, the captain's condition, and the co-pilot's motives remain limited, and authorities have not yet released a full official account.
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Australia's ODI series against South Africa has ended in disappointment, with the hosts losing their momentum after a strong start and facing a clean sweep. Pat Cummins returned to one-day cricket but not as captain, as Australia's batting capitulated in the deciding match. Media commentary has been critical, calling the result a 'reality check' ahead of bigger tournaments, while fans revisit past classic Australia-South Africa encounters.
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Cristiano Ronaldo did not take part in Portugal's training session, with head coach Jorge Jesus addressing questions about the forward's condition. The absence of the national team's captain during an international window has drawn wide attention, with sports outlets across Italy, Germany, France, the UK, the Netherlands, India and the United States following the story and fans speculating about the reason.
- 40Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv diverted to Saudi Arabia amid hijack suspicion●# Flydubai flight to # TelAviv diverted to # SaudiArabia . Israeli sources suspect co-pilot was trying to # hijack plane
Flydubai flight FZ1073, en route to Tel Aviv, was diverted to Saudi Arabia following a violent incident between the two pilots. Israeli sources say the co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain and may have attempted to hijack the aircraft. Details about the captain's condition and the co-pilot's fate have not been confirmed, and Saudi authorities have not publicly commented on the diversion or the investigation into what happened on board.