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World - / Oct 2, 2026 - Saudi hands Omani Flydubai pilot to UAE; Trump vows 'hitting hard' if Iran links found - The Omani co-pilot accused of attacking the captain of a Flydubai flight and attempting to take control of the aircraft has been handed over by Saudi Arabia to the United Arab Emirates. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump also warned that Iran would

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World - / Oct 2, 2026 - In 2019, a family moved a 255-year-old mansion 50 miles by barge to a new home - A 255-year-old mansion, Galloway House, was moved by a Maryland family to prevent it from being demolished. The structure traveled approximately 50 miles across the Chesapeake Bay after extensive planning and specialized equipment. Crews lifted the 400-ton house for a phased relocation that began in September 2019. After arriving at its new waterfront property in Queenstown, restoration efforts commenced to preserve its historic character.

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