Cornell University student sexual assault case and drug arrest
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The Cornell Daily Sun reported that campus police responded to the Chi Phi fraternity house shortly after 1 a.m. on Oct. 19, 2024, made a drug-related arrest and referred a person to the Office of Student Conduct.
Cornell police interviewed witnesses and received anonymous tips in the first weeks of their investigation, but Tompkins County DA Van Houten did not review that additional information before deciding not to bring charges.
Jane Doe was not notified by Cornell police about the DA's determination not to pursue charges until Jan. 21, 2025, nearly two months after the decision.
Brazil 2026 presidential election: Lula vs Bolsonaro and US interference dispute
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Brazilian intelligence officials briefed a French and German delegation in September about possible interference in the election by outside powers such as the US and Russia.
“My wife cried in shock when she saw the upper half of a person’s body. We saw young and old people walking along the road while fleeing soldiers sometimes passed them in empty vehicles without stopping to pick anyone up.”
Mohammed HassanSaid DATE NOT STATEDReported OCT 03verbatim · 1 source
Mohammed described harrowing scenes on the road, including his wife's shock at seeing a body and soldiers not stopping to help fleeing civilians.
“I was trying to show that I am someone that is willing to do more than just sit at home and say somebody should do something or complain on social media,”
Jefferson KelleySaid DATE NOT STATEDReported OCT 03verbatim · 1 source
Kelley explained he wrote to his senator to show he was willing to do more than just complain on social media.
“We express our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones affected by the tragedy and our gratitude for our partner agencies who helped support search efforts.”
Matthew LakeSaid OCT 03Reported OCT 03verbatim · 1 source
Rear Adm. Matthew Lake issued a statement after the Coast Guard suspended its 66-hour search for the missing medical jet.
“I deserved the technical they gave me. But it’s great for the game. They’re going to keep the hands off; they’re going to make the play be good. Obviously they called a lot of fouls tonight but it’s going to even out. So, you’ve got to give them credit. They’re doing the right thing.”
Caitlin ClarkSaid MAY 13Reported OCT 03verbatim · 1 source
Clark acknowledged deserving her technical foul but praised referees' approach.