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Oct 4, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Cornell University responded to a student's gang rape allegation, with New York's Attorney General taking over the flawed investigation. The UAE confirmed a mid-air attack on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight as a terrorist attempt, while Spain faces ongoing protests over a housing crisis after emergency decrees failed. Additionally, Tennessee's prison chief resigned following a botched execution, Brazil prepares for presidential elections, and a new study suggests eating with others helps regulate blood sugar.

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Sponsor: Capital One Venture X Card Cornell University responds to rape allegations Investigation into Dubai-Tel Aviv mid-air attack Housing crisis protests continue in Spain Tennessee prison system head resigns Brazil presidential election preview Study: Eating with others helps manage blood sugar Trump lobbies for permanent daylight savings time
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