Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says

The man accused of trying to take over the Israel-bound jet is named as Hamam al-Hammami by several media outlets.
UK-Iranian dual national bailed after RAF Fairford incident arrest

The 25-year-old man was arrested in the London borough of Westminster on Thursday.
Remains of medieval tsar return to Bulgaria after decades-long dispute with Greece
Greek PM hopes handover of Tsar Samuel will help persuade Britain to return Parthenon marblesThe remains of medieval ruler Tsar Samuel will arrive in Bulgaria on Saturday amid great pomp and ceremony, after decades of ne…
Iraq Wins U.S. Permission to Resume Iran Flights, Prime Minister Says

Flights between the neighboring countries had been halted after broad U.S. penalties on Iran’s aviation industry.
Five-year-old girl in critical condition after car hits crowd in Newcastle
P-plate driver arrested at scene after vehicle strikes Knights fans attending grand final farewell, leaving 10 injured including three childrenGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTen people have be…
‘I have to dodge them all the time’: Rome locals incensed by rise in golf cart tours
Authorities crack down on trade they says risks spiralling out of control – but operators say they are being targeted unfairlyOn the edge of Piazza Navona, one of the grandest squares in central Rome, Barry and Linda, …
Understanding Canada’s Europe Pivot

You sent us your questions about the prime minister’s plan to form a closer relationship with the European Union. Our Canada bureau chief answers them.
FlyDubai Co-Pilot Used Crash Ax in ‘Terrorist’ Cockpit Attack, Emirates Says

The violent midair assault on a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv has deepened concerns about the safety of Israelis traveling abroad.
These Birds Are Louder Than Elephants, Jackhammers and Chain Saws

A new study has identified two species of Brazilian birds, the bare-throated bellbird and the red-legged seriema, as the loudest in nature.
Separatists Are Poised to Win Quebec’s Election. Independence Is Still a Hard Sell.

The Parti Québécois has vowed to hold a referendum on independence, three decades after Quebec voted “no.” Voters want change, but maybe not that much.