The Senate is expected to vote on a bipartisan bill called the Protect College Sports Act that would set national rules for how college athletes can be paid and transfer between schools. The bill aims to give the NCAA more control and protect colleges from legal challenges while managing payment and transfer issues in college sports.
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The Senate will consider the Protect College Sports Act, a bipartisan bill.
The bill would regulate payments to college athletes for their name, image, and likeness (NIL).
It would also limit how often college athletes can transfer between schools.
The NCAA would gain new authority to enforce these rules.
The bill offers limited antitrust protection to help enforce regulations.
This legislation follows a 2025 lawsuit settlement that changed rules on paying college athletes.
The bill must still be approved by the House of Representatives before becoming law.
The goal is to reduce confusion and costs caused by recent changes in college sports.
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The White House has aired taxpayer-funded ads featuring President Donald Trump promoting his administration’s achievements before the midterm elections. Some Republican lawmakers have criticized the use of public money for these ads, calling it inappropriate and raising concerns about legality.
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The White House aired three ads highlighting President Trump’s policies ahead of the midterm elections.
One ad includes Trump criticizing communism and includes praise from UFC CEO Dana White.
Another ad focuses on Trump’s campaign promises to dismantle entrenched government forces.
Spending on the first ad reached at least $443,000.
Several Republicans, including Senator John Kennedy and Representative Thomas Massie, objected to using taxpayer money for these ads.
Critics compared the ads to propaganda used in less democratic countries.
The White House calls the ads patriotic public service announcements meant to educate Americans.
Prominent conservatives labeled the ads unethical, illegal, and a misuse of taxpayer funds.
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A criminal investigation into an alleged gang rape at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity has been reopened after a civil lawsuit was filed by the alleged victim. The Tompkins County District Attorney will review new evidence and may present charges to a grand jury, while Cornell University supports this decision.
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The investigation involves claims of a gang rape at Cornell’s Chi Phi fraternity house.
The alleged victim filed a civil lawsuit on September 16, 2024, accusing seven fraternity members.
The alleged incident occurred in October 2024 and involved drug use and sexual assault claims.
Initially, no criminal charges were filed because the victim’s first statement described consensual drug use and sex.
The District Attorney is now reopening the criminal probe following the new civil complaint and community concern.
A senior prosecutor will prepare the case for a grand jury to decide on possible indictments.
Cornell University closed the Chi Phi fraternity chapter in 2024 and supports the DA’s review.
Lawyers for the accused dispute the allegations, calling them false and dishonest.
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FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey announced he is leaving his job about a year after starting under President Donald Trump’s administration. He thanked President Trump, the Attorney General, and the FBI Director for the chance to work in this role.
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Andrew Bailey served as FBI Deputy Director for around one year.
He joined the role during President Donald Trump’s current administration.
Bailey announced his departure publicly on the social platform X (formerly Twitter).
He expressed gratitude to President Trump, Attorney General Todd Blanche, and FBI Director Kash Patel.
Bailey said he was proud of the work he did while in the job.
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will speak about the Trump administration’s plan to update the United States air traffic control system. He recently asked Congress to provide $30 billion to fund new technology, control towers, and airport upgrades.
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Sean Duffy is the U.S. Transportation Secretary.
He will give a public speech about modernizing air traffic control.
The system being updated is old and needs improvement.
The Trump administration is leading this effort.
Duffy asked Congress to allocate $30 billion for the project.
The requested money would fund new technology and better control towers.
Funds would also support improvements at airports across the country.
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A large number of immigrants came to the U.S. from 2021 to 2024, adding workers and helping the economy grow without hurting jobs or wages for native-born Americans. However, this immigration also caused rent prices to go up a little because there were more people needing housing than homes available.
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About 6.5 million migrants entered the U.S. outside normal legal ways between 2021 and 2024.
These migrants added about 1.6 million jobs in major city areas, making up around 18% of new jobs during that time.
The immigration surge increased economic output (GDP) in average metro areas by about 1.5%.
Native-born workers kept their jobs and saw their wages rise by nearly 1% during the immigration surge.
Rent prices went up by about 1.4% to 1.6% because housing did not grow fast enough to meet demand.
Many new migrants initially stayed in shelters, emergency housing, or with family and friends.
The surge happened during a time when the economy needed many workers, especially in industries like hospitality and construction.
Researchers suggest immigrants and native workers often do different jobs that help businesses work better.
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Jonathan Robles, 36, was arrested and charged with murder after a 63-year-old woman was found dead in New York City's Central Park. The woman suffered head injuries and was found near the park's East Drive, close to the Loeb Boathouse area.
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A 63-year-old woman was found unconscious with head trauma near East Drive and East 74th Street in Central Park.
Police initially said she was stabbed, but later stated she was hit in the head with a stick.
Jonathan Robles was arrested and charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon.
Robles lives at the Barbour Hotel, which provides supportive housing for vulnerable people in Manhattan.
The Barbour Hotel is run by Praxis Housing Initiatives, a nonprofit helping people with housing instability and health challenges.
It is unclear if Robles received services or how long he lived at that address.
Police have not released the victim’s name or the motive for the crime.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not confirmed any relationship between Robles and the victim.
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The article discusses concerns about taxpayer money being used to fund political advertisements that support President Donald Trump’s campaign and agenda during the midterm elections. It suggests that public funds are being spent to influence voters in favor of the president.
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The president is using taxpayer money for political ads.
These ads aim to win over voters and promote President Trump’s agenda.
The spending takes place during the midterm election period.
The article raises a question about whether this use of taxpayer money is appropriate.
Midterms refer to elections held in the middle of a president’s term.
Political ads are paid messages aimed at influencing voters.
Taxpayer money comes from public funds collected through taxes.
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President Trump criticized former President Obama’s idea that governments led only by women would be better. Obama had said during his presidency he sometimes imagined what it would be like if women ran every government.
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President Trump spoke against Obama’s comment about all-women governments.
Obama shared his thoughts at an event at Salem State University.
Obama said he sometimes imagined how things might improve if only women led governments.
President Trump called Obama’s view “ridiculous.”
The discussion took place in the context of leadership and government management.
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Andrew Bailey, the FBI’s deputy director, announced he is leaving his job after just over a year. His resignation adds to recent changes in top FBI leadership under Director Kash Patel, occurring shortly before the upcoming election.
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Andrew Bailey is stepping down as deputy director of the FBI to return to his family in Missouri.
Bailey confirmed his departure on the social media platform X.
Director Kash Patel thanked Bailey for his service and reforms at the FBI.
Bailey was Missouri’s former attorney general before joining the FBI.
He oversaw FBI efforts related to election security, including a notable Georgia election raid in January.
Bailey was initially appointed as co-deputy director alongside Dan Bongino in August.
Dan Bongino left the FBI in December, and Christopher Raia became co-deputy director with Bailey.
Bailey’s resignation is part of a larger turnover of top FBI officials under Patel’s leadership.
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President Donald Trump's administration announced new fuel economy standards that reduce the efficiency goals set by the previous Biden administration. These rules lower requirements for how far vehicles must travel per gallon of fuel and are expected to reduce the cost of new cars.
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The new fuel economy standards were introduced by the Trump administration.
They replace stricter rules put in place by the Biden administration aimed at reducing emissions and promoting electric vehicles.
The standards are based on the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) program established in 1975.
The new goal is a fleetwide average of 34.9 miles per gallon by 2031, down from Biden's 50.4 miles per gallon target.
The Department of Transportation says the new rules will reduce the average cost of new vehicles by $1,300.
Officials claim the rollback will save Americans $138 billion over five years.
The change comes when gasoline prices are high, averaging $4.47 a gallon due to disruptions in global fuel supply.
Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy stated the rollback ends a mandate he called "illegal" and that forced more expensive electric vehicle production.
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A 42-year-old woman diagnosed unexpectedly with breast cancer shares her experience with the illness and treatment. She explains how the attention and care she received during her illness helped her understand why some people might fake having cancer.
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The author received a call for further testing after a mammogram and was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Her cancer was classified with a high risk of malignancy (score of 5 out of 6).
She had no family history of cancer and had previously lived a healthy lifestyle.
Treatment included two major surgeries and ongoing hormone-blocking drugs with side effects.
The author noticed media stories about people faking cancer and became curious about their motivations.
She expresses understanding of why people might fake cancer, especially because of the care and attention patients receive.
The diagnosis gave her a sense of entitlement to care and allowed her to feel more visible and valued.
Writing about her experience helped her process the illness and express feelings she had previously kept small.
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President Donald Trump had a private dinner with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to talk about artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. The discussion came as Amodei warned about rapid AI growth and called for safeguards, while President Trump emphasized the need to win the AI race against China without imposing heavy rules.
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President Trump confirmed a private dinner with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei on Sunday night.
No details have been shared publicly about what was discussed during the dinner.
Amodei has expressed concern about the fast growth of AI and advocated for safety measures.
President Trump disagrees with strict regulations, focusing on maintaining U.S. leadership in AI against China.
Last week, President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to create a communication channel for AI safety issues.
President Trump plans to meet with AI executives and House Speaker Mike Johnson at the White House on Tuesday; Amodei is not attending, but Anthropic co-founder Tom Brown might.
Anthropic was labeled a "supply chain risk" by the Pentagon over concerns related to surveillance and autonomous weapons technology.
Despite past tensions and President Trump calling Anthropic leaders "leftwing nut jobs," this dinner signals a possible change in their relationship.
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Bo French, a Texas Republican running to lead the state railroad commission, has a history of posting on social media that includes calls for the public execution of Democratic leaders. His past posts also include racially charged and controversial statements, leading to criticism from his own party and calls for him to lose support.
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Bo French is running to lead Texas’s railroad commission, a powerful state agency.
He has posted on social media calling for the public execution of Democrats such as Senator Adam Schiff and former President Barack Obama.
French’s posts include racist and inflammatory statements about religions and groups.
Some of his old social media accounts have been suspended, including one used in 2020.
His calls for execution were tied to claims about the "Russia hoax" involving the 2016 election interference.
Republican leaders like Texas Senator John Cornyn have said they will not support French.
French’s campaign has not commented on the recent reports.
Several of his posts have been deleted or removed since being reported.
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Authorities have reopened an investigation into an alleged rape that took place at a Cornell University fraternity in 2024. CBS News reporter Lilia Luciano provided updates on the case.
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The case involves an alleged rape at a fraternity at Cornell University.
The incident reportedly occurred in 2024.
Authorities have decided to reopen the investigation.
CBS News is covering the latest developments.
Lilia Luciano is reporting the details.
The report is accessible through the CBS News app and website.
Cornell University is located in the United States.
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The UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced the UK will reopen a program to legally resettle refugees. This move aims to provide safe ways for refugees to enter the UK and reduce illegal crossings by small boats.
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The UK Resettlement Scheme (UKRS), paused in December 2024, will reopen immediately.
About 25% of new arrivals are expected to be Afghan women and girls, and Palestinians.
New sponsorship routes will let communities, universities, and companies host refugees starting next year.
Arrivals under the scheme will have a five-year path to become permanent residents.
The government will set a yearly cap on refugee numbers, but the total cap is not yet announced.
Small boat crossings have fallen from over 32,000 in early 2025 to more than 18,500 so far this year.
Critics say the new scheme is an attempt to respond to concerns about immigration policy.
The government paused refugee family reunion applications in September 2025, causing concerns among refugee advocates.
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President Donald Trump banned reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from entering the White House, accusing them of spreading false information. A federal judge temporarily restored the reporters' press passes while the lawsuit continues. The White House also launched a continuous video stream called "Trump TV" to share its messages directly.
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President Trump announced the ban on reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico on September 18.
The reporters were denied entry and had their White House press credentials revoked.
The ban led to mixed reactions from the public about press freedom.
On September 24, a federal judge temporarily restored the reporters’ press credentials for 14 days.
The judge cited a likely case for due-process violations, meaning the reporters should have a fair chance to respond before being banned.
Supporters of the ban believe these news outlets should face criticism and set higher standards.
Critics argue the ban threatens press freedom protected by the First Amendment.
The White House started a 24-hour video channel called "Trump TV: The Essentials Station" on September 21 to broadcast administration content directly.
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The Trump administration is using government money to show a TV ad similar to one from President Trump’s 2024 campaign. The White House calls these ads "public service announcements," but some lawmakers say they look political and question the use of taxpayer funds.
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The ad is a 30-second black-and-white video featuring President Trump.
It warns about a "final battle" against "globalists" and "warmongers."
The ad ends with the message "Paid for by the U.S. Government."
The 2024 campaign version encouraged people to "Join President Trump's Fight for America."
Lawmakers from both parties have criticized the ads as political and using taxpayer money improperly.
The White House says these ads are similar to past presidents' ads, which focused on policies, not candidates.
The ads are airing ahead of the midterm elections.
House Democrats plan to increase oversight of the Trump administration, including impeachment as an option.
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The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to allow a policy that stops providing medical treatments and social support to transgender inmates in federal prisons. A federal judge blocked this policy, requiring continued care, and the administration is appealing this block.
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The policy aims to stop medical treatments like surgeries and hormone therapy for transgender inmates diagnosed with gender dysphoria.
It also ends social accommodations such as special clothing or accessories for these inmates.
The policy was originally linked to an executive order from President Trump issued at the start of his second term.
A federal judge, Royce Lamberth, blocked the policy, ruling that medical care must continue.
The Justice Department argued the prison policy is needed for institutional security.
A court of appeals refused to reinstate the policy while the case is ongoing.
The Trump administration says the judge is interfering with the government's chosen policy.
The case is now before the Supreme Court for an emergency review.
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The Republican leader of the Georgia Peanut Commission, Donald Chase, supports Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in his campaign for a second Senate term. Chase said he chooses to support candidates he believes in rather than just based on party.
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Donald Chase is the Republican chair of the Georgia Peanut Commission.
He supports Senator Jon Ossoff, a Democrat from Georgia.
Ossoff is running for his second full term in the U.S. Senate.
Chase said he does not always vote strictly by party.
He prefers to back candidates he believes in and supports.
The Georgia Peanut Commission is an organization related to Georgia’s peanut industry.
Chase was elected as chair by members of the commission’s board.
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