President Donald Trump used a crude phrase during a rally in Ohio while encouraging supporters to vote in the November midterm elections. He promoted Republican candidates, warned about economic risks if Democrats win, and emphasized that the election would be a test of his presidency.
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Trump said Republicans would “shove it up their ass” if they win big in the midterms, which drew cheers from the crowd.
He spoke at a rally in Vandalia, Ohio, supporting GOP Senate candidate Jon Husted and governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
Trump warned a Democratic win could cause a “1929-style economic depression.”
He mentioned a proposed “Trump Dividend” plan to give $5,000 to adults if Republicans keep control of Congress.
Trump urged voters to turn out even if they do not like individual Republican candidates.
He talked about expanding data centers and artificial intelligence to boost the economy and compete with China, but this received less reaction than his other comments.
Trump referred to immigration at the rally and criticized Springfield, Ohio, for its migrant population numbers, though his figures were higher than official estimates.
The rally emphasized Trump’s strong role in the Republican Party and the importance of the midterms as a judgment on his presidency.
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Many parents feel overwhelmed by the large amount of parenting advice available online. Different parenting styles, like gentle parenting and helicopter parenting, can confuse parents and cause stress. Experts say that parenting should focus on love and clear boundaries rather than following strict trends.
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Rosie Whitfield, a mother of two boys, felt overwhelmed by too much parenting advice after her children were born.
Gentle parenting focuses on empathy and respect with some limits, avoiding harsh punishment.
Research shows about two-thirds of parents with young children struggle with conflicting advice.
Parents of teenagers also report anxiety and exhaustion from the challenges of parenting.
Parenting styles include helicopter parenting (closely watching kids), tiger parenting (strict and demanding), snowplough parenting (removing obstacles), and dolphin parenting (firm but flexible).
Author Matilda Gosling says parenting trends often complicate the simple parent-child relationship.
Parenting advice tends to swing between extremes over generations.
The well-known psychologist Diana Baumrind identified four main parenting styles based on warmth and control.
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Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff expressed deep concern about an alleged gang rape at a fraternity house and promised more openness about the case. The case involves accusations against members of the Chi Phi fraternity, and state officials have stepped in to take over the investigation after local prosecutors did not file charges.
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The assault allegedly happened in 2024 at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity.
The victim, called Jane Doe in court papers, sued the university and seven former students.
Governor Kathy Hochul criticized the local prosecutor’s handling of the case and appointed Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor.
The case raised attention on a New York law that makes it hard to prosecute sexual assaults if the victim had voluntarily consumed alcohol or drugs.
Cornell’s president described the last week as one of the toughest in the university’s history and called for a review of fraternity roles on campus.
Some students demanded the university president resign during a recent assembly.
The Board of Trustees at Cornell will soon announce an independent review of how the university handled the case.
Letitia James’s office, now leading the investigation, has had public disagreements with President Donald Trump in other matters.
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Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff acknowledged the need for improvement in the school's handling of a 2024 sexual assault case involving a former student known as Jane Doe. The university is cooperating with a reopened state investigation, hiring an outside law firm to review its actions, and plans to increase transparency and communication with the community.
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Jane Doe accused seven men at Cornell's Chi Phi fraternity of drugging and gang-raping her in October 2024.
The Tompkins County District Attorney initially said there was not enough evidence for criminal charges.
The DA’s office was not given the full interview transcript with campus police, only a six-page sworn statement.
The DA has now reopened the investigation into the case.
New York’s Governor appointed State Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor for the case.
Cornell expelled two men and suspended two others after its Title IX investigation.
The university is hiring an outside law firm to independently review how it handled the allegations.
Cornell plans to improve communication and provide chances for the community to engage with school leaders.
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Tennessee is investigating why Christa Pike survived an execution attempt after receiving two doses of pentobarbital, a drug used to cause death in lethal injections. This case highlights long-standing problems with how states get execution drugs, as drug companies have tried to stop their medicines from being used in executions.
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Christa Pike survived an execution attempt in Tennessee after two doses of pentobarbital.
Pentobarbital is the main drug used in lethal injections by many states with the death penalty.
Pharmaceutical companies have stopped selling drugs for use in executions, blocking traditional supply channels.
Drugmakers have added restrictions to prevent their products from being used in lethal injections.
Due to these restrictions, states now often buy drugs from compounding pharmacies or through secret and sometimes illegal markets.
The secrecy around sourcing drugs makes it hard to test and oversee the execution process properly.
Federal authorities have seized imported drugs intended for executions in some cases.
Experts say this drug shortage and secret drug supply system have changed how executions are carried out across the country.
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Cornell University’s president said the school must improve after a student accused men from a fraternity of drugging and raping her. The student has filed a lawsuit claiming the university did not protect her or properly handle the case, and state officials are now reviewing the investigation.
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A 20-year-old student at Cornell University accused seven men from the Chi Phi fraternity of drugging and raping her in October 2024.
The student reported the incident two weeks later to university police, but no criminal charges were made.
The student filed a civil lawsuit against Cornell, alleging the university failed to protect her and did not punish the men properly.
Cornell’s president, Michael Kotlikoff, called the allegations deeply disturbing and promised a review of how the case was handled.
The president said the university must create a culture that does not tolerate sexual assault and supports victims.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul expressed concern about the investigation and appointed Attorney General Letitia James to lead a review.
Cornell supports an independent investigation and a review by a law firm into its handling of the case.
The student said she was intoxicated during the incident and could not consent.
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Texas officials fixed a delay in processing more than 500,000 voter registration records caused by a software problem. They said all eligible voters who register by the October 5 deadline can vote in the November 3 midterm election, though some voters worried the problems might reduce trust in the election system.
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More than 500,000 voter registration-related records were delayed across Texas due to a software issue.
October 5 is the deadline to register to vote in Texas for the November 3 midterm election.
Early voting in Texas starts on October 19.
Harris County processed about 75,000 delayed records; Dallas County handled over 68,000.
Some registrations need extra steps, like assigning a state voter ID number, which can cause online records to update slowly.
Voters who registered on time but don’t appear on the list can still vote by casting a provisional ballot, which will count once their registration is verified.
The Texas Secretary of State's Office provided extra funding to counties to help handle the backlog.
This voter registration issue comes as Texas faces a close Senate race between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico.
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President Donald Trump is now encouraging Republicans to vote by mail in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. This is a change from his previous strong criticism of mail voting, which he had called vulnerable to fraud, even though he has personally used mail voting himself.
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President Trump urged Republicans to use all voting methods, including mail, early, absentee, or in person, to increase turnout in the 2026 midterms.
He promoted the Republican voter outreach website "Swamp the Vote" for information on voting options.
Trump has criticized mail voting in the past, calling it insecure and corrupt, despite voting by mail in Florida elections.
The Supreme Court recently struck down Trump administration efforts to restrict mail voting.
Election officials and courts have found no evidence of widespread fraud in mail voting.
Roughly one-third of votes in the 2024 presidential election were cast by mail.
Some Republican strategists worry that attacking mail voting could reduce GOP voter turnout.
Trump's shift appears to respond to political realities as Democrats gain momentum in key races ahead of the midterms.
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The FBI captured Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, the first cyber fugitive ever listed on its 10 Most Wanted Fugitives, and brought him to the U.S. to face charges. He is accused of leading a cybercrime group that used malware to make ATMs give out cash illegally across many U.S. states.
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Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, also called "Prometheus" and "The Engineer," was arrested in Venezuela and appeared in court in Nebraska.
He pleaded not guilty to charges including bank fraud conspiracy, money laundering, computer fraud, and providing support to terrorists.
The most serious charge (bank fraud conspiracy) could lead to 30 years in prison.
He is accused of creating malware called Ploutus, used to control ATMs and force them to release money without real transactions.
The FBI listed him on the 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list in March 2026, making him the first cybercriminal ever on that list.
The cybercrime was linked to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, designated a terrorist group by the U.S.
The ATM jackpotting attacks affected machines in 47 states, Washington, D.C., and several other countries.
FBI Director Kash Patel said 10 fugitives on the list have been captured since the start of President Trump’s administration, more than twice the previous four years.
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Connie Chan, a Democrat endorsed by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, has called for a complete arms embargo on Israel and an end to what she describes as a genocide in Gaza. She and her Democratic opponent, Scott Wiener, both oppose funding Israel’s military and support humanitarian aid instead.
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Connie Chan is running to replace Nancy Pelosi in California’s 11th congressional district.
Chan wants to stop all arms sales to Israel and prioritize humanitarian aid for Gaza.
Scott Wiener, Chan’s Democratic opponent, also calls Israel’s actions in Gaza a genocide and opposes military funding for Israel.
Pelosi supported Israel during her time in Congress, including voting for military aid.
The debate took place just before mail-in ballots were sent for the November midterm elections.
Both Chan and Wiener criticize Israeli government actions, including military attacks and settlement expansions in the West Bank.
Congress is divided on U.S. support for Israel, with some members seeking reports on Israel’s human rights practices and proposing sanctions on settlement builders.
The Stop the Settlements Act aims to punish those involved in illegal Israeli settlements in occupied territories.
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A father and son in Mississippi were arrested after the deaths of two University of Mississippi students linked to suspected kratom overdoses. The pair worked at a store selling kratom derivatives, which officials say may be very strong and dangerous.
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Yahya Mohamed Mosleh (51) and Islam Yahya Mosleh (18) were charged with possession and intent to distribute controlled substances.
Two Ole Miss students died in September with suspected overdoses related to kratom derivatives.
Police found packages of kratom derivatives at the students' locations and traced them to the local vape, tobacco, and beer store where the Moslehs worked.
Kratom is a plant with effects similar to opioids and can be bought in pill or liquid form in some states, including Mississippi.
Some kratom derivatives like MGPI, MGM-15, and MGM-16 are now classified as Schedule I substances, meaning they are illegal and considered very dangerous in the US.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate kratom, so it remains legal in certain states.
The deaths led officials to warn about risks related to kratom use.
Kratom has been banned in some countries and is considered controversial because of its opioid-like effects.
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Latino Democratic leaders are asking the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) to invest more money in the Texas governor's race, where Democrat Gina Hinojosa is narrowly leading Republican Governor Greg Abbott in a recent poll. Despite Hinojosa's lead, Abbott's campaign is spending about ten times more money, and Democratic leaders want greater financial support to help her campaign.
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A poll shows Gina Hinojosa slightly ahead of Gov. Greg Abbott by three points, within the poll’s margin of error.
Abbott is a three-term Republican governor running for re-election.
Abbott’s campaign and allies are outspending Hinojosa by about 10 to 1.
Over 70 Latino Democratic leaders sent a letter asking the DGA to invest $10 million in the Texas governor’s race.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear leads the DGA but has been focusing on supporting incumbent Democratic governors first.
Julián Castro, former HUD secretary and San Antonio mayor, is publicly urging the DGA and Beshear to back Hinojosa strongly.
Texas is becoming more competitive for Democrats, despite President Trump winning the state by nearly 14 points in 2024.
Some Republicans call the spending gap a "firewall," showing Abbott's financial advantage to protect his seat.
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A community cleanup project in New York City is helping adults make new friends by bringing them together through volunteering. The project shows that working on charity activities can create new social connections for adults.
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Making friends as an adult can be hard for many people.
Volunteering for community cleanup helps adults meet others and build friendships.
The project is based in New York City.
Charity work can bring people together in a positive way.
The story was reported by CBS News and includes video footage.
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President Donald Trump is visiting the Dayton, Ohio area where about 1,400 workers at a truck plant in Springfield recently lost their jobs. The layoffs happened because the plant was sold to a Canadian company, and they erase much of the region’s recent job growth.
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The layoffs occurred at a truck plant in Springfield, Ohio, on September 30, affecting around 1,400 workers.
The plant was formerly operated by International Motors and was sold to Canadian vehicle maker Roshel.
The sale prompted the layoffs as the plant’s contract manufacturing agreement ended in September.
Roshel plans to continue operating the plant and hopes to rehire workers and increase the workforce over time.
The layoffs erase about a year’s worth of job growth in the greater Dayton region.
Many affected workers belong to the United Auto Workers Local 402 union.
The layoffs have become part of political discussions ahead of the November midterm elections.
President Trump says the U.S. economy is improving and manufacturing is returning.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that some U.S. troops may move from Europe to the Western Hemisphere. This is part of President Donald Trump’s increased effort to fight drug cartels in Central and South America.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke about possible troop movements.
Some U.S. military personnel might be redeployed from Europe to the Western Hemisphere.
The move supports a larger military campaign against drug cartels in Central and South America.
The policy is part of President Donald Trump’s administration efforts.
The U.S. is expanding its presence in Central and South America with partner countries.
The campaign targets drug trafficking and related violence.
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An Oklahoma federal judge ruled that using AI-powered surveillance cameras, like those made by Flock Safety, to search without a warrant might break the Fourth Amendment. The judge said people have a right to privacy in public places and such broad surveillance can violate that right if there isn’t strong evidence.
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An Oklahoma federal judge addressed the use of Flock Safety’s AI surveillance cameras.
These cameras collect data to monitor public spaces.
The judge ruled that searching this data without a warrant may break the Fourth Amendment.
The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches without probable cause.
The ruling highlighted people’s reasonable expectation of privacy in public.
The decision focused on preventing broad, continuous surveillance without legal checks.
Flock Safety’s technology uses artificial intelligence to analyze video and license plate data.
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Mariann Edgar Budde, the Episcopal bishop of Washington DC, announced she will resign from her position in June 2028 after the new bishop is chosen. She gained attention for calling on President Donald Trump to show mercy to immigrants and LGBTQ+ people during his second inauguration.
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Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde leads the Episcopal diocese in Washington DC and is the first woman in this role.
She has been bishop since 2011 and was formerly a church leader in Minneapolis.
Budde asked President Trump to have mercy on immigrants and LGBTQ+ children in a sermon after his 2025 inauguration.
President Trump criticized her, calling her statements inappropriate and demanding an apology.
Budde also opposed Trump’s use of a Bible for a photo during protests in his first term.
She will step down on June 3, 2028, after a new bishop is selected and consecrated.
Budde plans to help ensure a smooth transition to the next bishop.
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An 11-year-old boy named Michael George survived cancer. The National Cancer Institute says about 500,000 people in the U.S. were diagnosed with cancer before age 20 and are now survivors.
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Michael George is an 11-year-old cancer survivor.
Around 500,000 cancer survivors in the U.S. were first diagnosed before age 20.
The National Cancer Institute provided this information.
The story was shared in a CBS News video segment.
The focus is on childhood cancer survivors and their experiences.
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The Conservative Party in England plans to remove the £100,000 income limit that currently stops some parents from getting government help with childcare costs. This change aims to encourage more people to work without losing childcare support as their income rises.
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Parents in England lose childcare support if either earns more than £100,000 a year.
Childcare support includes 30 free hours weekly and a tax-free scheme that adds £2 for every £8 parents pay in.
Conservatives want to remove this £100,000 threshold so no one loses childcare help due to higher income.
The policy is expected to cost £700 million and will be paid for by cutting jobs in certain government-related bodies.
Conservatives say the change will motivate more people to work and support families, boosting the economy.
The threshold is criticized because it can make parents worse off after a pay raise.
The party’s leader, Kemi Badenoch, said people shouldn’t be punished for earning more money.
The announcement was made before the Conservative Party’s annual conference in Birmingham.
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The Conservative Party plans to remove the £100,000 income limit on free childcare in England, allowing all working parents with at least 16 hours per week to claim it. They say this will cost £700 million a year and plan to pay for it by cutting jobs in some public organizations.
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Currently, free childcare (30 hours per week) stops if one parent earns above £100,000.
Conservatives want to remove this salary limit so more parents can qualify.
The cost of this change is about £700 million annually.
Funding would come from job cuts in groups like Arts Council England and the Environment Agency.
Kemi Badenoch, a Conservative leader, says the current system discourages parents from working more.
Labour criticized the plan, saying it mainly helps wealthier people.
Conservatives also plan to abolish most stamp duty, a property tax, which mostly benefits richer people.
Another plan includes increasing prison spaces by 50%, funded partly by cutting overseas aid from current plans.
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