A lawyer representing a woman who says she was gang raped at Cornell University in 2024 said he believes more than seven men took part. The victim experienced blackouts, making it hard to identify all who were involved.
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The alleged incident took place at Cornell University in 2024.
The woman claims she was gang raped by multiple men.
The lawyer says more than seven men may have participated.
The victim was blacked out during parts of the assault.
Because of the blackouts, it is unclear if all participants are known.
The case is currently being handled by the woman’s legal team.
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Lina Khan, former chair of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), criticized a recent agreement where AI company leaders promised to self-regulate their technology. She said past efforts by big tech to police themselves failed and warned that new AI rules should be created by lawmakers, not left to companies alone.
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Lina Khan was the former chair of the FTC, the agency that regulates business practices.
Recently, tech leaders signed a “voluntary” agreement to self-regulate AI development.
Khan called this “self-policing” a proven failure based on past experience with big tech and social media.
The FTC is investigating AI companies for possible deception or harm to consumers.
President Donald Trump supports the tech industry self-policing AI but calls the agreement only “morally binding,” not legally required.
Trump announced a new government AI task force called the “Super Intelligence Force” to lead U.S. efforts in AI.
Khan wants Congress to create laws to control AI, instead of relying on voluntary commitments by companies.
Recent security issues include hacks of government agencies involving AI systems like OpenAI’s ChatGPT.
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Three female journalists in India said police harassed them during protests in Delhi against changes to voter lists. The protests demand the chief election commissioner resign, while the police say they will investigate the harassment claims fairly.
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Three female journalists accused Delhi police of sexual harassment during protests.
Police detained many young people protesting voter roll changes by the Election Commission.
Protesters want Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign.
The Election Commission says it is removing duplicate or invalid names from voter lists, about 130 million so far.
Videos show police pulling people away from protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
Opposition leaders expressed concern about police actions and called for answers.
The protests include members of the Cockroach Janta Party, an online activist group.
Internal disagreement over election roll revisions was revealed among election commissioners.
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Israeli soldiers arrested school children during a military raid in the occupied West Bank. Israeli official Ben-Gvir made a controversial comment about selling Palestinians to other countries to reduce defense spending.
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Israeli forces conducted a raid in the West Bank, an area occupied by Israel.
During the raid, school children were arrested by the soldiers.
Parents of the children pleaded with the soldiers during these arrests.
Israeli official Ben-Gvir made a statement about selling Palestinians to other countries.
His comment was made in the context of cutting Israel’s defense budget.
The situation is part of ongoing tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.
The report was shared by Al Jazeera journalist Ava Warriner.
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Philippine authorities arrested 244 foreign workers, mostly Chinese, in raids targeting illegal offshore gaming operators believed to be linked to crimes like human trafficking and fraud. The government has banned these gaming operations and is investigating possible human trafficking cases among those arrested.
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Philippine police and military raided two sites on Mindanao island, arresting 244 foreigners.
Most arrested were Chinese, along with people from Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Hong Kong.
Authorities seized computers, phones, laptops, and SIM cards used in illegal activities.
The Philippines banned offshore gaming operators (POGOs) in 2024 due to their connection with crimes like money laundering and kidnapping.
A 2023 UN report highlighted that hundreds of thousands are forced to work in scam centers across Southeast Asia.
The Philippine government is investigating human trafficking charges and will deport most arrested foreigners.
Chinese officials said gambling is illegal for Chinese citizens, including overseas gambling jobs.
Philippine immigration officials said they will keep enforcing laws to stop the country from being a base for illegal acts.
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A mother’s three-year-old daughter, Ayda, who had signs of autism, went missing and was found in a lake, clinically dead. After being rescued and treated with CPR and emergency care, Ayda was placed in an induced coma, with doctors warning she might have severe brain damage due to lack of oxygen.
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Ayda, 3 years old, showed signs of autism but was not officially diagnosed yet.
Autism elopement means autistic children may wander off and not be aware of danger; nearly half of autistic children aged four and up may try to elope.
Ayda disappeared suddenly while with her grandmother near a lake with steep banks and insecure barriers.
Paramedics performed CPR on Ayda after finding her not breathing.
Ayda was in the water possibly up to 20 minutes without oxygen.
Doctors induced a coma and treated Ayda to help clear her lungs and protect her brain.
The family was warned Ayda might have severe brain damage or might not survive the night.
The mother works in a hospital and was seeking medical details but was not immediately given information during the emergency.
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The NO FAKES Act is designed to protect people from having their face or voice copied or changed without permission. It aims to stop the use of fake images or sounds to trick or deceive others.
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The NO FAKES Act focuses on protecting a person's identity.
It prevents unauthorized copying or altering of faces and voices.
The law targets deceptive uses of fake images or audio.
The goal is to reduce identity misuse and increase personal security.
It addresses concerns about digital technology being used to create false content.
The act helps people feel safer about how their personal features are used online.
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Dario Amodei, the CEO of AI company Anthropic, and President Donald Trump recently met to discuss artificial intelligence (AI). Amodei warns that AI could pose serious risks to humanity, while President Trump focuses on winning the AI race.
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Dario Amodei is the leader of Anthropic, an AI research company focused on safety.
Amodei warned at the U.N. that AI could be hazardous if not managed properly.
President Trump supports advancing AI quickly to maintain U.S. leadership.
The two men represent different generational views: Amodei is cautious, Trump is optimistic.
They met for dinner at the White House in late September to discuss AI.
Trump signed an executive order encouraging AI development under safety rules.
Amodei and other tech leaders signed the White House Accord on AI safety, which Trump called a "morally binding" document.
There is broad agreement they want the U.S. to lead in AI, but differ on how fast and with what risks.
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The Supreme Court has started its new term with several important cases, including major issues related to President Trump's immigration policies. The court is working under difficult conditions, as many people have a low opinion of how it is handling its role and its ties to President Trump.
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The Supreme Court justices have begun their new term.
The court will hear cases involving President Trump's immigration plans.
The court's public approval ratings are near historic lows.
Relations between the court and President Trump are tense.
The court’s schedule includes other major cases beyond immigration.
The term started recently, with justices returning to the bench on Monday.
Public concerns about the court’s independence are influencing views of its work.
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More than 60 million children have been automatically signed up for Trump accounts, based on information from the current administration. These accounts are created without parents needing to take action.
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Over 60 million children are enrolled automatically.
This enrollment happens without parents signing up.
The program is supported by President Donald Trump's administration.
The purpose or benefits of these accounts are not detailed in the article.
The enrollment process does not require parental approval.
The accounts are called "Trump accounts."
The program affects children across the United States.
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Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Americans can expect lower gas and diesel prices by the midterm election day. He explained that U.S. fuel production is high, demand is falling after summer, and the government is working to protect Gulf oil infrastructure amid tensions with Iran.
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U.S. gasoline production is at a record high.
Gasoline and diesel demand are decreasing as summer driving ends.
Diesel prices have been affected by the Russia-Ukraine war and China limiting exports.
Two large refineries in California were recently closed.
Wright blamed 15 years of past Democratic policies for reducing U.S. energy production capacity.
The U.S. government is sending defensive equipment to Gulf countries to protect oil facilities.
The president opposes Iran obtaining nuclear weapons and is preparing economically and militarily to prevent it.
A third U.S. aircraft carrier strike group is being sent to the Gulf region around mid-November.
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Christa Pike has been unconscious and on a ventilator for four days after a failed execution attempt in Tennessee with the drug pentobarbital. Her lawyers say her recovery is uncertain, and Tennessee officials are facing scrutiny over execution procedures.
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Christa Pike was 18 when she tortured and killed a classmate in 1995 and was sentenced to death.
On Wednesday night, Tennessee tried to execute her using lethal injection, but the drug did not kill her.
Pike's arms were burned and blistered by the execution drugs.
She has remained unconscious and is on life support at a hospital under guard.
Lawyers say they do not know if she will recover and that medical decisions are made by someone holding her power of attorney.
Tennessee delayed the execution for over eight hours while courts reviewed a claim about her childhood sexual abuse.
This is the second failed execution in Tennessee this year; another was stopped due to problems with IV lines.
Tennessee's prisons chief resigned after the failed execution, and the governor ordered an independent investigation of the state's execution system.
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Japan has summoned the United States envoy after a US marine was arrested for allegedly robbing and killing a woman in Okinawa. The US ambassador promised full cooperation with the investigation, while the marine denies the charges.
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A US marine named Lance-Corporal Devin Jacob Ballard is accused of robbing and murdering a 39-year-old woman, Anna Yagi, in Okinawa.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed regret and demanded strong cooperation from the US government.
US Ambassador George Glass confirmed they will fully cooperate with the investigation and offered condolences.
CCTV footage reportedly shows a foreign man entering a hotel room with the victim and leaving alone with her belongings.
Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said incidents involving US military personnel cause worry in local communities and should not happen.
About 54,000 US military personnel are stationed in Japan, with 18,000 marines mostly based in Okinawa.
Okinawa was under US control after World War II and returned to Japan in 1972.
Since then, around 6,000 US military personnel have been arrested in Japan, according to local reports.
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Brazilians voted in a presidential election between current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, who have very different political views. If no candidate wins over 50% of the vote, a second round will take place on October 25.
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Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is the current president and 80 years old; this is his seventh time running for president.
Flávio Bolsonaro is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro and has ties to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Brazil has about 159 million eligible voters participating in this election.
If no one gets more than half the votes, the top two candidates will compete again in a runoff.
Bolsonaro supports stronger relations with the Trump administration, especially regarding Brazil's rare minerals.
Lula has criticized U.S. actions against Brazil, including tariffs and visa revocations.
Voters are also choosing state governors, members of the lower house of congress, and some senators.
Bolsonaro campaigns on freeing his father from prison and classifying criminal groups as terrorists.
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Senator Ted Cruz and Vice President JD Vance exchanged critical remarks about each other amid growing interest in the 2028 Republican presidential race. Prediction markets show Vance as the early favorite to win the GOP nomination if President Donald Trump does not run.
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Ted Cruz called JD Vance "insecure" in a phone interview after Vance suggested Cruz is already running for president.
Vance said he is currently focused on helping elect Republicans, not on running for president.
Cruz denied he is prioritizing a presidential run and highlighted his campaign work for Republicans nationwide.
Betting markets give Vance about a 44-50% chance of winning the 2028 Republican nomination.
Marco Rubio is seen as the second most likely nominee, with Cruz far behind.
Vance is viewed as President Trump’s political heir and benefits from his role as vice president.
Cruz previously helped Vance win his 2022 Senate race in Ohio.
Both men have not officially announced any 2028 presidential campaigns.
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A U.S. judge has decided that Salah Sarsour, a well-known Palestinian rights advocate who has lived in the U.S. for over 30 years, can be deported. The government says he poses a risk to U.S. foreign policy based on an old law from the Cold War period.
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Salah Sarsour is a Palestinian rights advocate living in the U.S. for more than 30 years.
A U.S. judge approved his deportation.
The deportation is based on a law created during the Cold War.
The government claims Sarsour is a threat to U.S. foreign policy.
The case involves the use of an older, controversial law to remove him from the country.
No additional details about the specific allegations or evidence were provided in the article.
Sarsour’s case highlights ongoing tensions between national security and immigrant advocacy rights.
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National Geographic released a new documentary series called *Africa: Earth’s Wild Home* that shows different animals and natural environments across Africa. The seven-part series took four years to film in nearly 30 countries, highlighting wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation efforts.
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The series covers various African habitats such as jungles, deserts, plains, mountains, and islands.
It took four years to make and involved filming in about 30 African countries.
The show features unique animal behavior, like chimps using tools to fish for algae and a male hyena learning a new way to catch flamingos.
The rare black rain frog makes its TV debut, noted for its unusual look and mating call.
Conservation leaders and scientists working to protect Africa’s biodiversity are featured in the final episode.
Actress Wunmi Mosaku, who is of Nigerian origin, narrates the series.
Drone technology and robotic arms were used to capture special camera angles and footage.
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Israeli investigators believe the man accused of hijacking a FlyDubai plane acted alone, according to sources. The suspect is currently being questioned in the United Arab Emirates.
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The suspect involved in the FlyDubai hijacking is under questioning in the UAE.
Israeli investigators think he acted alone, meaning no evidence points to help from others.
The hijacking incident involved a FlyDubai airplane.
The information is based on sources close to the investigation.
No additional details about the suspect’s motives or background were provided.
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Angela Paxton, a Texas state senator and the estranged wife of Senate candidate Ken Paxton, urged voters to support the entire Republican ticket in an ad without naming her husband. Ken Paxton faces a close race against Democrat James Talarico while dealing with ongoing controversies and divorce proceedings with Angela.
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Angela Paxton is a Republican Texas state senator and estranged wife of GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton.
She released an ad encouraging voters to back the Republican party despite her divorce from Ken Paxton.
The ad did not mention Ken Paxton by name but focused on keeping Republican seats.
Ken Paxton is currently trailing Democratic nominee James Talarico in recent polls.
Ken Paxton was impeached by the Texas House in 2023 but acquitted by the Texas Senate.
Angela and Ken Paxton's daughter has also appeared in a campaign ad defending her father.
The Paxtons’ divorce is ongoing, with court filings citing adultery allegations.
The Texas Senate race is seen as important for control of the Senate on a national level.
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Two shootings happened over the weekend in the United States, one in Vienna, Georgia, and another in Baltimore, Maryland. The Georgia shooting left two people dead and dozens injured at a large party, while the Baltimore shooting killed a 12-year-old girl and wounded three others over an argument about a parking spot.
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In Vienna, Georgia, a shooting at a homecoming block party injured about 25 to 35 people and killed two, with no suspects or motive identified yet.
The shooting in Georgia took place shortly after 1 a.m. at two locations about a block apart among a crowd of over 1,000 people.
In Baltimore, the shooting occurred at Leon Day Park near a youth football event after an argument over a parking spot.
A 12-year-old girl was killed as a bystander in the Baltimore shooting when one shooter fired multiple rounds.
Three other people were injured in Baltimore, including a 25-year-old woman and two men aged 23 and 28; their injuries are not life-threatening.
Police in Baltimore are searching for two suspects linked to different types of gun cartridges found at the scene.
The Baltimore mayor described the event as tragic, emphasizing that the girl was attending a youth event aimed at keeping kids safe.
There have been at least 355 mass shootings in the US this year, defined as incidents with four or more people killed or wounded, according to the Gun Violence Archive.
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