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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has sharply escalated the Cornell University rape investigation after newly surfaced records showed that the woman at the center of the case told campus police she was 100% confident she had been raped. That statement was not included in the account later sent to prosecutors, according to reporting on the case.Hochul said the young woman had sat with police for hours and clearly described what she says happened to her, yet critical details never reached the Tompkin
Donald Trumps reported pursuit of Princess Diana has resurfaced, with claims that he saw the late royal as the ultimate trophy wife while Diana allegedly felt uncomfortable with his attention. BBC correspondent Selina Scott reportedly said Diana found Trump creepy, while Trump later made controversial remarks about his attraction to Diana and his belief that he could have courted her. His resurfaced comments have once again sparked intense reaction online.
President Donald Trump made an unusually candid admission about his daily medication routine during a campaign rally in Vandalia, Ohio, revealing that he takes a full-strength aspirin every day despite doctors urging him to use a lower dose.I take an aspirin a day, Trump told supporters, adding: I dont know if it works, but psychologically I need it. He said he prefers the big Bayer aspirin and described the tablet as a monster, before recalling doctors telling him he did not need such a large d
A disturbing digital trail has emerged in the Flydubai cockpit attack, with archived social media posts allegedly linked to co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami coming under fresh scrutiny. The 29-year-old is accused of attacking Captain Smit Machchhar with a crash axe during Flydubai Flight 1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. According to archived posts reviewed by Metro and first reported by The Telegraph, an X account using the name PilotHamam
Months after Irans 40-day war ended, newly surfaced satellite imagery appears to reveal previously unreported damage at a satellite ground station deep inside Dubai. Open-source researchers have attributed the damage to an Iranian drone attack during the conflict, although there has been no independent official confirmation establishing exactly how the facility was damaged. Before-and-after imagery appears to show visible damage within the site. Satellite ground stations are a critical terrestri
The United States is preparing another major naval buildup around Iran, with the USS Theodore Roosevelt moving toward the Middle East as President Donald Trump weighs his next steps in the months-long conflict.The deployment could give U.S. Central Command as many as three aircraft carriers in or near the region the USS George Washington, USS George H.W. Bush and USS Theodore Roosevelt along with their escort ships and thousands of additional sailors and Marines. The possible three-carrier pre
A fresh diplomatic battle has erupted between Washington and Tehran over what happened to Irans delegation after the UN General Assembly. US officials say Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered the Iranian delegation to leave New York, while an American official separately claimed two diplomats who remained behind were eventually kicked out. Iran rejects that account. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the delegation left according to a previously communicated schedule and accused Washington o
Donald Trumps foul-mouthed Ohio rally speech has drawn backlash ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with critics reacting strongly to his use of profanity during the campaign event. One critic went as far as calling Trump an evil creature, adding to the criticism surrounding his remarks and public language.
Jimmy Kimmel mocked Donald Trumps campaign strategy with a crude joke about his political base as a new AP-NORC poll showed the presidents overall approval rating at 31 percent. Kimmel also highlighted concerns surrounding Trumps support among Republican candidates ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, while the poll showed just 26 percent approval of his handling of the economy and 17 percent approval of his handling of the cost of living.
Rishabh Pant's birthday happened to coincide with a remarkable comeback as the Rest of India triumphed over Jammu and Kashmir in the Irani Cup. Despite falling behind initially, the team rallied to secure a 167-run victory. Although Pant missed the action due to illness, he joined in the post-match festivities. Mukesh Kumar's exceptional bowling and young talent Ravichandran Smaran's innings were pivotal.
Iran says it has begun work to increase the range of its missiles after drawing lessons from its experience during the war. Iranian Army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia told Fars News that Tehran concluded during the conflict that it absolutely must extend its missile range and has already moved in that direction.The announcement signals a potentially significant evolution in Irans missile posture. Tehran already possesses ballistic and cruise missiles capable of striking targets across the regi
Donald Trump has escalated his push to make daylight saving time permanent, publicly posting Republican Senator Tom Cottons personal cellphone number and urging Americans to call him.Cotton opposes making daylight saving time permanent, warning that it could leave children travelling to school in darkness during winter mornings. Trump argues that Americans should stop changing their clocks twice a year and have more daylight in the evening.The Sunshine Protection Act has passed the House but fac
A fresh controversy is swirling around Donald Trump after longtime biographer Michael Wolff made explosive claims about the presidents intelligence and what Russian President Vladimir Putin could potentially have over him. Appearing on the Inside Trumps Head podcast, Wolff said former Trump adviser Steve Bannon once suggested that Trumps unreleased college transcripts could be the key. Trump attended Fordham University before transferring to the University of Pennsylvanias Wharton School, but hi
President Donald Trump unleashed a profanity-laced attack during his rally in Vandalia, Ohio, as he targeted prominent Democratic figures and urged supporters to turn out for Republicans in the November midterm elections.During the speech, Trump used the phrase dumb sons of bitches while attacking political opponents and repeatedly mocked Democrats including Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and Texas Democrat James Talarico. Trump has also targeted Talarico during other recent campaign s
Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy had an awkward on-stage moment at Donald Trumps rally in Vandalia after inviting a 10-year-old military child onto the stage and trying to lift him in front of the crowd.Ramaswamy briefly lost control as the boy tipped backward, forcing him to quickly steady the child before saying, Whoa! and then joking, Big guy! The boy had been holding a sign identifying himself as a proud military kid for Trump and saying his father was deployed.
Jordan Firstman opens up about bringing his first feature film to the New York Film Festival, calling the experience a surreal full-circle moment. The actor and director also recalls growing up around Lincoln Center and a bizarre teenage arrest for stealing socks from Century 21.
Paul Rudd opens up about the unique challenge of performing dialogue that was spoken rather than written, revealing how difficult it was to memorize every word, cadence and tense without paraphrasing. The actor compares the experience to doing a play and calls the process both challenging and thrilling.
At the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, Kumkum Mohod and Sujeet Kalkal shone brightly, capturing the spotlight with their remarkable achievements. Mohod clinched three medals, including two golds, breaking South Korea's stronghold in archery. Meanwhile, Kalkal staged an impressive comeback to win gold in men's 65kg freestyle wrestling. Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha lauded their tenacity, announcing plans to celebrate their triumphs in an upcoming ceremony.
Mohsin Khan recently shared a delightful snapshot from his wedding festivities alongside Tamanna, creating quite a stir among fans. The photo, captioned 'The Day MashaAllah,' was met with excitement. Shortly after, videos of the couple enjoying a dance together emerged online. Following their engagement in August, Mohsin affectionately called her his 'Person,' prompting an outpouring of congratulations from admirers.
In a significant ruling, a federal judge has temporarily halted the construction of border barriers in Texas' Big Bend area. Local landowners and environmental advocates express concerns about restricted access to the Rio Grande, claiming the barriers would disrupt the ecosystem and infringe on constitutional rights. The federal government asserts that security measures necessitate these barriers. This decision has sparked six lawsuits contesting the planned border initiatives.
Donald Trump aide Natalie Harp became the focus of a provocative protest during the presidents Ohio trip, after a sign targeting her with the phrase Human B---y appeared as Trump and his team traveled for his rally. Harp, who has frequently drawn attention during Trumps public appearances and official travels, was seen alongside the presidents group in Ohio. The striking protest message added another layer of controversy and public scrutiny around the Trump aide as the president campaigned ahead
A reported Russian strike on a key bridge in Kyiv has been captured on camera, with dramatic footage showing what appears to be a missile approaching the structure before a massive explosion. A second daytime video shows civilian vehicles on the bridge moments before thick smoke rises from the impact site. Russias Defence Ministry has claimed the bridge is used by Ukrainian forces to move troops and supplies. The exact extent of the damage and any casualties remain unclear, while Ukraine has not
Iran has reportedly announced the creation of new first-person-view (FPV) drone brigades as military tensions with the United States continue to escalate. Iranian reports describe the units as specially trained formations designed to operate FPV drone swarms, a capability increasingly used in modern warfare. The announcement comes alongside a warning from Iranian General Mohammad Reza Naqdi, who said a new U.S. attack on Iran would amount to suicide. Meanwhile, the Associated Press reports that
Ukraine is urging the United States to consider sanctions against Russian and Chinese companies linked to Rassvet, a satellite communications system that Kyiv says could strengthen Russias battlefield capabilities. According to the Financial Times, Ukrainian officials have repeatedly raised concerns that the network could support Russian drone operations by providing more reliable communications and connectivity over long distances. The system has drawn comparisons with Starlink, which has playe
A mystery is deepening after a Canadian-registered air ambulance carrying six people vanished over the Atlantic while flying from Bermuda to Boston. The U.S. Coast Guard says a debris field has been found off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts, as search operations continue. Four Canadians and two Bermudian nationals were aboard the Gulfstream G100. Before the aircraft disappeared, the pilot reportedly declared an emergency and reported electrical problems. Chilling air traffic control audio
A fresh maritime security crisis is unfolding in the Strait of Hormuz after UKMTO said a commercial tanker was struck by an unknown projectile, reportedly damaging its engine room. The crew were reported safe, with no environmental impact initially detected. The incident comes as Iran says the strategic waterway will not reopen until Tehrans conditions are met, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says a proposal could allow the Strait to reopen within seven days if Washington accepts Irans dema
Flames and thick smoke were seen rising near an Aramco facility in Riyadh as Yemens Houthis claimed a missile and drone attack targeting Saudi Arabias critical energy infrastructure. The group says precision-guided missiles and suicide drones were launched towards the site and claimed direct hits, although Saudi authorities have yet to publicly establish that the Houthi attack caused the fire.The incident puts renewed scrutiny on Saudi Arabias heavily fortified air-defence architecture. Riyadh h
Kohli has confirmed that the 2027 edition will be his last ODI World Cup for India, meaning the team will have to find a replacement at No. 3, a position he has held for many years.
North Korea says its latest intermediate-range hypersonic missile flew around 1,000 kilometres during a test overseen by Kim Jong Un, exceeding the distance initially reported by South Korea.Kim Jong Uns sister Kim Yo Jong used differing flight assessments to mock Seoul and Tokyo, claiming a special wave-like trajectory exposed limitations in their ability to track the weapon.Pyongyang says the test was aimed at assessing the reliability and mobility of its hypersonic strategic weapon system. Ki
After the Asian Games, Abhinav Bindra called for a revolution in high-performance systems for Indian athletes. While acknowledging Indias notable successes, he insisted on a careful assessment of both triumphs and failures. With the Los Angeles Olympics approaching, Bindra pointed out the necessity of stable athlete growth and targeted training.
Members of the All India Students Association (AISA) protested near Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. During the protest, AISA president Neha Bora was reportedly detained by the Delhi Police in a vehicle. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers, including Saurabh Bhardwaj, were also detained while protesting at India Gate. Bhardwaj alleged mistreatment by officers during his detention, questioning the treatment of the common man.
On September 30, the flydubai Flight FZ1073 faced a cockpit attack when Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar. The injured pilot bravely opened the cockpit door, allowing crew and passengers to subdue the co-pilot. The flight was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where al-Hammami was apprehended by authorities. Investigations have since been undertaken by several countries into al-Hammamis background and possible extremist ties.

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