Cornell rape allegations highlight consent laws and Israeli settlers attack family trying to return home: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Rape allegations at Cornell University put New York laws in the spotlight.Palestinian family attacked during their attempt to return to the West Bank.
And an exclusive look at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ cushy prison accommodations.Here’s what to know today. Cornell rape allegations spotlight stringent New York state laws that have long drawn criticismAPNew York state laws about consent and sexual assault are drawing national attention after prosecutors reopened the case of a former Cornell University student who alleges fraternity members raped her in 2024.For SubscribersFOR SUBSCRIBERSThis Paralympian has two goals: Win medals and give away $500,000 to her teammatesFOR SUBSCRIBERSCornell rape allegations spotlight stringent New York state laws that have long drawn criticismFOR SUBSCRIBERSThe debate over AI’s future rages on both coastsFOR SUBSCRIBERSDecades-old march dispute reignites in Northern Ireland, threatening political crisisFOR SUBSCRIBERSMore oil is getting out of the Middle East.Why is it still so expensive?FOR SUBSCRIBERSKey DOJ lawyers departed Trump ‘grand conspiracy’ probe amid pressure to produce, source saysFOR SUBSCRIBERSThe complicated bargain between ‘looksmaxxing’ influencer Clavicular and the women in his orbitFOR SUBSCRIBERSSenators unveil bipartisan bill to deliver essential newborn supply kits to new momsFOR SUBSCRIBERSAI agents promise to run your errands.
Websites are fighting back.FOR SUBSCRIBERSDemocrats face a staggering spending disadvantage in Georgia’s tight race for governorFOR SUBSCRIBERSObama boosts Senate Democrats with October fundraiserFOR SUBSCRIBERSTheir owner is suspended, their draft picks taken.The Clippers still believe they can win.FOR SUBSCRIBERSMLB wants a salary cap for competitive balance.
Does the playoff field already have it?FOR SUBSCRIBERSThe Data Dive: Steve Kornacki on whether Democrats can loosen Trump’s hold on IowaFOR SUBSCRIBERSFlorida’s record-breaking dengue...