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A Frontier Airlines flight turned into a wrestling match when a mechanical issue prevented tired passengers from getting off the plane ... and a male flight attendant got into a violent exchange with a woman on video.

Check out the new YouTube collab between TMZ and the New York Post, "The Low Down," where we bring you stories that are gripping, outrageous, and sometimes scandalous.

Text chains between the Cornell Jane Doe and two of the Chi Phi fraternity brothers she would later accuse of sexual assault show her texting them about a "gang bang" that was "our body our choice," trying to find the source of campus rumors and looking back on an "insane/jaw dropping" moment -- snorting ketamine off his penis.

The alleged attempted hijacker who authorities say planned to crash a plane into an airport in Israel was apparently inspired to become a pilot because of 9/11.

The United Arab Emirates’ Attorney General Hamad Saif Al Shamsi released a statement about Hamam al-Hammami -- the man who authorities say stabbed his copilot and tried to take control of a plane last month -- claiming al-Hammami was spurred to pursue a flight career to emulate the 9/11 hijackers.

The statement explains, "The idea of carrying out a similar operation using an aircraft became firmly established in his mind, which, according to his confessions, was connected to his decision to pursue a career in aviation."

Megan Fox has been a Hollywood heartthrob for years ... and now she's going to make beaucoup bucks on it -- announcing she'll be posting sexy snaps on her exclusive paid-content site.

The actress launched the site Friday with the help of Subs.com ... a platform co-founded by Tim Stokely -- one of the brains behind OnlyFans.

In the first pics from the site, Megan's putting every inch of her body on display ... busting out of tops and wearing very little on her bottom half -- mainly underwear or tight-fitting shorts.

Rodney Muñoz -- a longtime Hollywood costume designer known for his work on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" -- is dead.

Jimmy Kimmel announced Rodney's death Friday in a social media post ... calling him a "dear friend."

The cause and manner of death are unclear.

Vice President JD Vance is casting doubt on whether the Pentagon will follow through with plans to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan ... but if it does happen, he won't be tuning in.

"I don't know that that's actually going to happen," Vance told reporters Friday when asked about the Pentagon's plan to livestream Hasan's December execution by firing squad.

Vance then tried to move past the controversy surrounding the unprecedented broadcast, saying Hasan's crimes shouldn't be forgotten.

Teny Geragos, who is representing Winston Lee, one of the Cornell frat bros accused in the Jane Doe case, is calling foul and wants New York Attorney General Letitia James to be removed as special prosecutor ... TMZ has learned.

Geragos filed legal docs Friday, obtained by TMZ, claiming James should be booted from the case because she's prejudged it.

12:56 PM PT -- President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Katie Zacharia has officially been appointed White House Press Secretary. He says he is confident she "will deliver strong results for our Country."

Katie Zacharia -- a conservative commentator with strong ties to President Donald Trump -- has been hand-picked to be the next White House Press Secretary ... TMZ has confirmed.

A White House official tells us that Katie has been offered the job. It's unclear if she's already accepted.

Katie -- who briefly worked as a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security -- is currently a communications adviser to Trump Media and Technology Group, the organization that runs Truth Social.

Elena Katherine Moore's died from complications of cardiac dysrhythmia and premature ventricular contractions ... the officials announced.

The Lexington County Coroner, Margaret Fisher, announced the cause and manner of the personal trainer's death during a press conference Friday. You may remember, Elena was found dead in June, about a week after she went missing.

Elena had a blood alcohol content of .089 during the autopsy -- though Fisher said it's unclear how body decomposition may have affected that number. She did not test positive for heart medication she was supposed to be using. Fisher said Elana was previously diagnosed with several mental health issues, including ADHD & anxiety.

Actor Keegan Allen ran into double trouble on the gritty streets of Los Angeles Thursday night when two armed thieves allegedly stole his watch and pistol-whipped him before making their getaway ... TMZ has learned.

WARNING -- GRAPHIC VIDEO BELOW

A rep for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office tells TMZ ... the horrifying incident went down on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood, where Allen was approached by two men wearing all black.

Cops tell us one suspect shoved a handgun in Allen's face while the other brandished a knife as the two demanded Allen fork over his watch and bracelet. The gunman then allegedly struck Allen in the face with the pistol before snatching his watch and fleeing with his accomplice in an unknown vehicle.

Keep calm and lace up Camila Cabello and Layla Taylor on this fine n' frisky Friday -- both lovely ladies sported corsets, but which gal wore it best?!

Who's your fave ... Camila's white-hot corset, or Layla's lacy n' racy corset?!

The question here is: Who'd You Rather?!

Braveone Jones -- the attempted murder suspect arrested in a dramatic police raid at rapper Trippie Redd's home in South Florida -- allegedly opened fire on two men during a confrontation at a Miami restaurant ... according to an arrest warrant obtained by TMZ.

In the narrative laid out by cops, they say they arrived at the scene on September 15 after getting a call about two people being shot at Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen in Miami. Officers say they found a white cross-body bag covered in blood at the restaurant.

Police say they then spoke to two people who were shot ... and one of them told officers he was at the restaurant watching a football game when his cousin got into a confrontation with Trippie Redd. He says he tried to break up the fight, but was jumped by two unknown men.

Adam Sandler's used to busting balls with his comedy ... but now it's getting literal ... because the funny man found himself getting an eyeful of a dude's junk on the set of a new movie ... and we've got the photos!!!

The actor rolled up to a nudist beach in Sardinia, Italy on Tuesday, surrounded by nude extras while they filmed a scene for "Grown Ups 3."

For one shot, the Sandman got up-close and personal with another actor's junk ... and cameras caught him cracking up.

Mike Ditka -- one of the most legendary figures in NFL history -- is dead.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer's family announced his death Friday, saying in a statement ... "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Mike Ditka."

The family continues ... "While the world knew Mike as a Hall of Fame football player, legendary coach, and leader of the Chicago Bears' Super Bowl XX championship team, we knew him as the heart of our family."

They add ... "Mike will be missed beyond measure and remembered forever."

The cause of death is unclear.

Maybe Ben Affleck needs to turn off his proximity chat ... because he gets in fights with kids when he's gaming.

Ben admitted to Jason and Travis Kelce on their "New Heights" podcast that he often gets badly beaten by the youth when he's playing video games online.

The actor explained he thought he could hold his own in first-person shooters ... until a 12-year-old rolls up and takes him out.

Mike Ditka transcended sports ... so it's no surprise that famous fans from across the country, from football to politics, are paying homage to the Hall of Famer.

Lions head coach Dan Campbell says he "loved" Ditka, and recalled a hilarious pre-draft interview where the meeting room was "full of smoke."

"I mean, you can hardly even see him, you just see this image off in the corner, this little lamp, and smoke everywhere, and he's got that big fat cigar," the TE turned coach told media from practice.

As awe-struck as Campbell was, he says, "It was one of the best times of my life and one of the most intimidating times of my life, sitting across from Mike Ditka."

Pat McAfee chimed in, too, remembering the Super Bowl champion as a man who "will smoke a cigar, will crack a joke, will tell you the truth, and will be remembered forever."

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz also showed love to the football great, who spent years as a player and coach in Dallas.

"Mike Ditka was a giant of American football, and he will always have a special place in Texas football history."

Legendary Packers QB Brett Favre put aside one of the most intense rivalries in all of sports to show respect to the coach.

"My condolences to the Ditka family and to all Bear fans on the passing of Coach Mike Ditka. It was truly an honor to play against you and your teams. Now rest in peace and God Bless you Coach."

Ditka and the Bears parted ways in 1992, and they've largely struggled since ... but things have changed with the arrival of head coach Ben Johnson, who has gotten the team back to their winning ways -- which Mike created.

"As far as I'm concerned, Coach Ditka is the gold standard in terms of this place. He's a legend around here as a player, as a coach. His impact is still being felt to this day, and as the head coach of the Bears, I feel humbled to be in that same chair he was once in. It's a sad day."

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker also expressed his condolences, saying ... “Da Coach was not only an icon in Chicago, but the entire football world.”

Jane Doe was in investigation mode in the days and weeks after the alleged sexual assault, working with one of the men she would later accuse of rape to find out who was spreading rumors about the sexual encounter.

TMZ obtained a text chain between Matthew Ingalls and Jane Doe. On October 23 -- four days after the frat party -- she tells him, "bro everyone knows✌️i'm incredibly stressed out."

Matthew responds ... "Dude I have no f***ing idea, this s*** is incredibly frustrating and I know how fast nonsense spreads at this school. It's fan behavior from everyone talking about it. Boring people who have nothing to do with their time."