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AP NewsCast 7 a.m. EDT

Oct 15, 2026 · 2m

Summary

This AP News episode covers Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff facing a faculty no-confidence vote over his handling of a gang rape report. It also reports on Ukraine's drone and missile strike on a Russian oil refinery following the collapse of an energy truce. Additionally, the broadcast details a fatal roof collapse at a school in Pakistan that killed 28 children and a teacher. Finally, it updates on Pope Leo XIV's recovery after lung cancer surgery, noting he is eating and walking with normal post-operative tests.

Topics discussed

Cornell University faculty dispute over gang rape handling Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery in Ryazan region School roof collapse in Pakistan kills 28 children Pope Leo XIV recovery update after cancer surgery Pepperidge Farm cookie advertisement Clinique Moisture Surge 100-Hour advertisement BMW Certified Pre-Owned vehicle advertisement
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