
Hero Pilot Thwarts Mid-Air Terror Attack
Captain Smit Machchhar fought off a violent co-pilot to save 170 lives after a mid-air plunge.
Friday, October 2, 2026
Front page updated October 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Editorial
From the cockpit to the fuel pump, the case for limited government has never been clearer.

Captain Smit Machchhar fought off a violent co-pilot to save 170 lives after a mid-air plunge.

President Trump is considering a ban on U.S. diesel exports to prioritize American truckers, farmers, and drivers, while pressuring Europe to release its own strategic fuel reserves.

A new report from Australia’s eSafety Commission reveals that major gaming platforms are failing to implement adequate safeguards, leaving children vulnerable to exploitation and extremist content.

As European countries grow increasingly skeptical of American foreign policy and defense commitments, nations like Spain and Finland are forging independent alliances with China and Israel to secure their own economic and security futures.

Ukrainian forces have launched a series of drone strikes against Ozon, Russia's second-largest online retailer, effectively bringing the reality of the ongoing war to the Russian domestic economy.

Following the collapse of trade negotiations, the U.S. and Canada have implemented reciprocal 50% tariffs, forcing businesses to navigate sudden cost spikes and market uncertainty.

Shein is set to launch a $27 billion IPO in Hong Kong after regulatory hurdles and the loss of critical US tax exemptions forced the company to abandon plans for a Western stock market debut.

Chinese officials have launched an investigation after footage surfaced showing wholesalers illegally using formaldehyde to preserve cabbages, exposing the systemic risks within the nation's massive agricultural export industry.

President Donald Trump joined hundreds of spectators in Washington D.C. on Sunday to witness an IndyCar race, though some attendees reported difficulty actually seeing the vehicles on the track.

President Donald Trump joined thousands of Americans in the heart of Washington D.C. to witness the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a high-octane celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary.

President Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after trade negotiations failed, correctly identifying that Canada has been exploiting the U.S. market while refusing to play by fair rules.

Former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov is publicly questioning President Zelensky’s awareness of systemic corruption within his government and pushing for a return to democratic elections despite the ongoing war.

The second-edition of the World Humanoid Games has commenced in Beijing, showcasing advanced robotics in athletic events ranging from sprinting to boxing.

Israel has conducted targeted strikes in Syria to eliminate a terrorist threat, prioritizing the safety of its military forces over the complaints of a regime struggling to maintain control.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has suspended trade negotiations with the Trump administration, opting for retaliation over compromise and forcing a high-stakes test of his nation's economic resilience.

The Department of Defense dismissed the editor-in-chief, publisher, and a reporter from Stars and Stripes for insubordination after they participated in a media interview regarding editorial independence.