Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff made a video statement about an alleged gang rape at a fraternity house in 2024. This comes as new details about the case, including an arrest, have been reported, and questions remain about consent and legal issues.
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The alleged gang rape happened at the Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University.
Cornell’s president addressed the situation publicly in a video message.
There has been at least one arrest related to the incident.
The case raises ongoing questions about consent and legal definitions around it.
The situation is still developing, with more details emerging over time.
The university’s crime log shows previous drug-related arrests at the same fraternity house.
The incident has drawn media attention and public concern on campus.
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The number of homeless veterans in the U.S. dropped to its lowest point since 2009, with about 32,495 veterans homeless on a single night in January 2025. Despite this progress, many veterans still lack shelter, and broad homelessness remains a serious problem across the country. Experts suggest that using private investment to create sustainable housing may help meet the ongoing need.
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In January 2025, about 32,495 veterans experienced homelessness on one night, the lowest number recorded since 2009.
This number is a 56.1% decrease from the count in 2010.
Around 13,518 veterans were homeless without any shelter on that night.
Across the U.S., approximately 745,652 people were homeless on that same night.
About 266,320 people nationwide were homeless without shelter.
The decline in veteran homelessness happened even though homelessness overall remains high.
Experts say providing housing alone is not enough; ongoing support is needed to keep veterans housed.
Private money and real estate investment could help build lasting housing solutions that pay for themselves and support ongoing services.
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CBS Mornings is promoting special deals on various products that could help improve daily life. These deals are available through the website cbsdeals.com, where CBS earns a commission from purchases.
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CBS Mornings features exclusive product discounts called CBS Mornings Deals.
Products shown aim to improve everyday lifestyle.
Viewers can find these deals at cbsdeals.com.
CBS earns commissions from sales made through this site.
The deals are regularly updated on the CBS Mornings program.
The promotion encourages viewers to shop online for these special offers.
This segment is part of a broader CBS Mornings news and lifestyle program.
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President Donald Trump used $20 million of taxpayer money meant for border security to pay for political ads. Svante Myrick, president of People For the American Way, criticized this use of funds.
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President Trump spent $20 million of taxpayer money.
The money was originally for border security.
The funds were used to pay for political advertisements.
Svante Myrick is the president of People For the American Way.
Myrick criticized the use of these funds for political ads.
The article does not mention any legal or official response.
It focuses on the controversy over government spending and advertising.
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The article features Sudanese singer Sulaf, who is releasing her first album "Aba," blending traditional Sudanese music with modern styles while living in exile in Paris. It also highlights Brooklyn-based Brazilian artist Late Again, who combines psychedelic rock with Brazilian and African music in his new EP and upcoming Paris performance.
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Sulaf is a Sudanese singer living in exile in Paris since 2022.
She released her debut album called "Aba," mixing traditional Sudanese music with contemporary sounds.
Late Again is a Brazilian artist based in Brooklyn who makes dream pop music with Tropicalia influences.
Tropicalia is a psychedelic music style combining rock with Brazilian and African rhythms.
Late Again has a new EP titled "I Dreamt I Was Awake."
He is scheduled to perform at the Supersonic music event in Paris on October 5.
The article also mentions other music releases and cultural events around the world.
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Dennis Hastert, who was the longest-serving Republican Speaker of the US House, died at age 84 from natural causes. He was a key figure in passing major laws in the early 2000s but later faced prison time for illegally hiding payments linked to sexual abuse of boys he coached decades earlier.
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Dennis Hastert served as US House Speaker from 1999 to 2007.
He died recently at age 84 at his home from natural causes.
Hastert helped pass major laws under President George W. Bush, including large tax cuts and expanded Medicare drug benefits.
In 2015, he was accused of illegally structuring bank withdrawals to hide payments linked to past misconduct.
Court papers revealed that Hastert sexually abused at least four teenage boys on his wrestling team from 1965 to 1981.
He pled guilty to evading banking laws and was sentenced to 15 months in prison in 2016.
The judge called him a "serial child molester" during sentencing.
Hastert admitted to mistreating athletes but did not directly admit to sexual abuse.
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Dennis Hastert, the longest-serving Republican Speaker of the U.S. House and a convicted criminal, died at age 84. He admitted to sexually abusing teenage boys and served 13 months in prison for hiding payments related to the abuse.
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Dennis Hastert was the longest-serving Republican Speaker of the House in U.S. history.
He died at his home in Plano, Illinois, while in hospice care.
Hastert pleaded guilty in 2015 to breaking banking laws by hiding large cash withdrawals.
These withdrawals were connected to hush money to cover up his sexual abuse of teenage boys.
Prosecutors said he molested at least four boys, some as young as 14.
No sexual abuse charges were filed because of time limits on prosecution.
He served 13 months in federal prison and was released in 2017.
Hastert is known for the "Hastert Rule," a guideline that the Speaker only brings bills to vote if most of the majority party supports them.
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The U.S. Supreme Court refused to review Roy Moore's appeal to bring back an $8.2 million defamation verdict from a lower court case involving a 2017 Senate race ad. This means a lower appeals court decision wiping out the jury's original ruling that Moore was defamed will stand.
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Roy Moore sued Senate Majority PAC for defamation over a 2017 ad during his failed Senate campaign.
The ad was funded by a Democratic-aligned super PAC and criticized Moore amid misconduct allegations.
A federal jury initially awarded Moore $8.2 million, agreeing he was defamed.
The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals later canceled the verdict, saying Moore did not prove the PAC acted with malice.
The Supreme Court declined to hear Moore's appeal, keeping the appeals court ruling in place.
Moore has denied allegations that he inappropriately touched or dated underage girls decades ago.
Senate Majority PAC maintained the ad was truthful and lawful political speech.
The ruling upholds legal protections for political ads against defamation claims by public figures.
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Spain is facing a housing crisis marked by protests after an elderly disabled woman was evicted due to high rent increases. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called a snap election to address the deadlock over housing laws and seeks to win more support to tackle affordability and renters' rights.
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An 87-year-old disabled woman, Maricarmen Abascal, was evicted from her Madrid home of 71 years because she could not afford a rent hike from €500 to €2,650 per month.
The eviction sparked widespread protests demanding stronger renters’ protections in Spain.
Sánchez’s government proposed housing relief measures, which were blocked by parliament, leading to a decision to hold an early election.
Spain’s constitution recognizes the right to "decent and adequate" housing, but the country has limited social housing available.
Spain needs about 750,000 new homes to close the supply gap, especially in large cities like Madrid and Barcelona.
The housing shortage and rising rents in Spain resemble challenges faced in the U.S.
Short-term rentals like Airbnb contribute to reduced housing availability.
Sánchez aims to gain a larger progressive majority in parliament to overcome obstacles and improve housing policies.
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The US has moved B-1 bombers away from the RAF Fairford base in the UK after a security threat near the base. This base was important for quickly launching strikes on Iran, but the withdrawal won’t stop the US from continuing attacks; it may just make longer missions harder.
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A bomb disposal robot was used near RAF Fairford after a threat led to the evacuation of 85 homes.
The US had about a dozen B-1 bombers stationed at RAF Fairford, used for strikes against Iran.
Five suspects were released after a foiled incident, with no charges filed; one British-Iranian suspect was also involved.
Iran denies involvement in the alleged plot targeting the base.
Analysts say losing the base reduces the US’s ability to launch fast bombing missions but not its overall strike power.
B-1 bombers carry the largest amount of conventional weapons in the US military, making them effective for long bombing campaigns.
Without the Fairford base, the US may need to conduct longer flights from other airfields, causing more crew fatigue and needing aerial refueling.
The withdrawal was likely a safety measure due to specific threats to the aircraft, crews, or base.
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The U.S. military destroyed a boat in the Caribbean that was involved in drug trafficking, killing four people. The U.S. Southern Command said the boat was part of known drug smuggling routes and confirmed it was actively carrying drugs.
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The strike happened in the Caribbean.
Four people described as “narco-terrorists” died in the attack.
The boat was a “go-fast” vessel, often used for smuggling drugs quickly.
The U.S. Southern Command oversees military operations in Latin America.
The military confirmed the boat was actively involved in drug trafficking.
This was the first military strike on a drug boat in this region recently.
The operation targeted established drug routes used by traffickers.
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A new CBS News poll shows that Democrats may have an advantage in the race for control of the U.S. House of Representatives. The poll also finds that high prices and inflation are affecting how voters feel before the midterm elections.
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The poll was conducted by CBS News ahead of the midterm elections.
It estimates that Democrats could gain control of the House of Representatives.
Voters are concerned about high prices and inflation.
These economic concerns are influencing voters' decisions.
The poll reflects public opinion across the United States.
The midterm elections will determine which party controls the House.
This information is based on data collected recently by CBS News.
Economic issues remain a key factor in voter attitudes going into the elections.
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The victim in a Cornell University gang rape case told investigators she “felt like bait” during the alleged attack. She has filed a lawsuit against the university and others involved, accusing members of the Chi Phi fraternity.
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The victim’s name is kept private and is called Jane Doe in legal documents.
The incident is connected to the Chi Phi fraternity at Cornell University.
Jane Doe reported feeling like “bait” during the alleged assault.
She provided statements to school investigators at the time of the incident.
Jane Doe has filed a lawsuit against the university and other parties connected to the case.
The Associated Press reviewed the records related to the investigation.
The case involves allegations of gang rape.
The investigation and lawsuit focus on events happening at Cornell University.
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During the 2025-2026 school year, nearly 12,000 books were banned in US public schools, the highest number recorded in one year. Texas led with over 8,100 banned books, largely due to a new state law, and the overall bans affected more than 7,000 different titles by over 4,000 authors and illustrators.
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There were almost 12,000 book bans in US public schools in 2025-2026, reaching a record high.
Since 2021, PEN America recorded 34,000 total book ban instances in schools.
Texas had the most bans, with over 8,100, mainly because of the Texas law SB13.
Florida had been the leading state in school book bans for the three years before 2025-2026.
Over 7,000 unique book titles were banned, involving more than 4,000 authors, illustrators, and translators.
The most banned book in 2025-2026 was *Sold* by Patricia McCormick, a story about a teen sold into sexual slavery.
Fiction and manga made up more than 90% of the young adult books banned.
Efforts by parents, students, and educators are pushing back against the increase in book bans, especially in Florida school districts.
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Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito said he thinks he knows who leaked the draft opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022. He spoke about this during an interview on “Fox News Sunday” and said he expected the decision to upset many people.
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Justice Samuel Alito made the statement in an interview on “Fox News Sunday.”
The leaked draft was about overturning Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that protected abortion rights.
The final case related to this is Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health.
Alito said he has an “opinion” or guess about the identity of the leaker.
He expected the ruling would anger many people who disagree with it.
The leak was a major event that caused controversy and public debate.
This was one of the biggest Supreme Court decisions in recent years regarding abortion laws.
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American scientist Karl Deisseroth and German scientists Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their work on optogenetics, a method that uses light to control nerve cells. Their discoveries have helped scientists better understand how the brain works.
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Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel received the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
They were recognized for discovering a molecular switch that controls nerve cell activity using light, known as optogenetics.
Optogenetics allows scientists to turn specific nerve cells on or off to study behaviors like learning and movement.
This technique helps map the brain and is used in research labs worldwide.
Researchers hope optogenetics could improve devices like cochlear implants for hearing.
Deisseroth works at Stanford University in the US; Hegemann at Humboldt University of Berlin; Nagel at the University of Wurzburg.
The Nobel Prize money totals about $1.2 million to be shared among the three scientists.
The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is the first Nobel announced each year and is followed by awards in physics, chemistry, literature, and peace.
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The United States moved its heavy bombers from a base in the United Kingdom after an investigation into a suspected attack plot. The bombers, including B-1 planes, were relocated from RAF Fairford back to the U.S. amid security concerns and ongoing investigations involving five men arrested nearby.
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The U.S. removed all heavy bombers from RAF Fairford in the UK, a base used for strikes on Iran.
At least a dozen planes, including B-1 bombers, were sent back to the United States.
The Pentagon did not give a clear reason or exact timing for the planes’ redeployment.
Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford on terror charges but were later released on bail; investigations continue.
The arrests involved suspicions linked to explosives and a possible attack on the base.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move aligns with normal military rotations, not directly because of the suspected plot.
UK counterterrorism officials said multiple investigations are ongoing regarding the suspects.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham suggested Iran might have been involved in the plot.
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A new map from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) shows nearly twice as many critical mineral deposits in the United States as the previous count, rising from 684 to 1,271 deposits. This increase reflects changes in data collection and an expanded list of minerals considered critical, highlighting the country’s potential to produce more minerals domestically and reduce reliance on foreign sources.
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The USGS updated its map to include 1,271 critical mineral deposits across 41 states and Puerto Rico, up from 684 in 2024.
The number rise is due to including previously known deposits and expanding the types of critical minerals tracked from 50 to 60.
Critical minerals are important for making products like batteries and computer chips.
Some added critical minerals include copper, silver, uranium, and lead; metallurgical coal is not included on the new map.
Roughly 412 deposits have critical minerals but no known past or current mining activity.
The map ranks deposits from 1 to 5 based on mining status and resource amount.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the update supports efforts to increase American mineral production and reduce foreign dependence.
President Donald Trump began these efforts with an executive order in 2017 to identify critical minerals and speed up mining permits.
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A man named Dawood Safi stabbed and killed a dog walker in west London and injured two others during a violent attack. Safi was found to be experiencing psychotic symptoms and has been given an indefinite hospital order for manslaughter.
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The attack happened on 27 October last year in Uxbridge, west London.
Dawood Safi, 28, stabbed Wayne Broadhurst, 49, who later died.
Safi also attacked his landlord and a 14-year-old boy during the incident.
Safi was experiencing paranoid delusions and hearing voices at the time.
The court ruled Safi was in a psychotic state during the attacks.
An indefinite hospital order was given to Safi for manslaughter.
The judge recommended Safi be deported, but the Home Secretary will decide.
Safi is an Afghan refugee.
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Iran’s oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned amid a worsening economic crisis marked by high inflation and falling oil revenues. The country faces a sharp drop in its currency’s value partly due to U.S. sanctions and a naval blockade that limits Iran’s oil exports.
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Iran’s inflation rate is about 85%, with food prices rising even more, around 130%.
The Iranian rial currency lost over 10% of its value in one month and reached a record low against the U.S. dollar.
The oil minister resigned citing personal reasons, after allegations that oil sales intermediaries owed the government nearly $2 billion.
The U.S. naval blockade restricts Iran’s ability to export oil, which is the main source of government income.
Iran’s economy shrank by 10% in the first three months of the year.
There are reports of professionals like teachers and nurses quitting due to low salaries that don’t keep up with inflation.
Iranian leaders are not planning to make new deals with the U.S. after President Donald Trump rejected speeding up nuclear negotiations.
Attacks on ships using the nearby Strait of Hormuz have increased, complicating oil shipments in the region.
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