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The White House access for CNN, MSNOW and Politico has been preliminarily revoked due to concerns over professionalism and handling of sensitive information. The outlets may contest the decision in court while the administration argues it is within its authority to regulate access to restricted areas. Background points to a long history of journalist access decisions by administrations.
A civil suit alleging drugging and rape at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity has prompted Tompkins County DA to reopen the criminal investigation and present evidence to a grand jury. Cornell has sanctioned students and supported the grand jury process as questions about campus culture and accountability intensify.
Civil lawsuit alleges a 2024 rape at a Cornell fraternity; university contends it supported presenting the case to a grand jury and rejects claims it failed to act. A independent investigator will review the handling of the matter as students react to latest disclosures.
The case surrounding a 2024 gang-rape allegation at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity has intensified. Gov. Hochul has appointed Letitia James as special prosecutor, following questions about the Tompkins County DA’s handling. The AG will oversee the investigation and may present evidence to a grand jury if warranted.
The Pentagon has announced the creation of a new Office of Religious Affairs. Reporting directly to the defense secretary, the ORA will coordinate religious support for service members and chaplain resources, while pledging not to compel participation or privilege any faith. Critics warn the move could entrench Christian nationalist influence.
The Cornell fraternity rape case has prompted Gov. Hochul to appoint Attorney General Letitia James to lead the reopened investigation, with lawmakers pressing to close a loophole that allows prosecutions to fail when victims choose voluntary intoxication.
Harvard has staged a dramatic comeback in Cambridge, rallying from a 17-14 deficit with four seconds left to beat Colgate 20-17. Teigan Pelletier caught a late pass at the 5 and pitched to Nate Bailey for the game-winning score. Bailey finished with 197 receiving yards and a touchdown on 16 receptions.
The civil lawsuit filed by a woman identified as Jane Doe over alleged drugging and rape by members of a Cornell fraternity has drawn threats against the plaintiff and her counsel. Cornell University says it will review Greek life on campus, while New York officials have appointed a special prosecutor; former President Donald Trump has criticized that appointment.
Cornell University has suspended all parties and social events at Interfraternity Council houses through the 2026–27 academic year, has introduced a zero-tolerance enforcement policy, and has pledged to transfer criminal investigations to New York State Police while adding survivor support staff and outside reviewers to examine the university's handling of a 2024 sexual‑assault allegation.
Cornell University has described the past week as one of its most difficult, following allegations of sexual assault by fraternity members in 2024. The university supports an independent review of its handling, backs Gov. Hochul’s push to change New York’s intoxication-law loophole, and seeks greater transparency while engaging students and alumni on Greek-life accountability.
Lisa Cook’s lawyers have told the White House that a November 5 hearing cannot proceed because she will be performing Federal Reserve duties in Europe and preparing for the December FOMC meeting. Attorney Abbe Lowell has also warned that the White House committee is biased, citing members’ prior comments and unspecified additional allegations that must be disclosed before any fair hearing.
Norway has proposed a temporary ban on camera-enabled smart glasses in public spaces to protect privacy, with a bill expected to reach parliament soon. The policy would apply to places like parks, gyms and schools, while allowing private use. An expert group will assess how to regulate and where exceptions might exist.
The Special Jurisdiction for Peace has indicted ten ex-rebels for torture, murder and forced displacement of Indigenous communities between 1996 and 2016. Some suspects also face landmine orders and ecosystem destruction as the truth-seeking tribunal seeks reparations and accountability.
The Independent reports rising costs for retirees amid policy shifts that could ease or worsen pensioners’ finances, with inflation, rates, and market volatility shaping outcomes as councils debate reforms.
A former West Point cadet, Caleb Suh, has pleaded guilty to assault and is now facing a civil suit accusing him of special wrongdoing related to abortion pills. The case, linking West Point, Cornell and Columbia, has drawn nationwide attention to how universities handle student misconduct and related medical matters.
Cornell's Faculty Senate has passed a non-binding no-confidence resolution, 75–50 with five abstentions, over the university administration's handling of a 2024 alleged gang rape at a Chi Phi fraternity house. The vote has come as New York state prosecutors have reopened a criminal probe and the university has launched an independent review and suspended fraternity parties.