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Updated 02/10/2026, 04:40:52 UTC

Cornell is drawing attention across 3 news outlets right now. The reports below are the current coverage, newest first.

The coverage

NY's governor appoints special prosecutor in Cornell frat rape investigation

The governor said she'd lost faith in prosecutors overseeing the case and handed it over to New York Attorney General Letitia James.

WorldBBC News3h ago

Cornell students voice frustration at public hearing over rape case

The BBC's Nada Tawfik was at the hearing, where the university's Student Assembly led a discussion around safety concerns and sexual violence on campus.

EntertainmentRolling Stone6h ago

Why Does a ‘South Park’ Writer Want to Take Down the Cornell 7?

Toby Morton has made a name for himself skewering the right with fake websites. Now, he's set his sights on seven men accused of gang rape

WorldAl Jazeera9h ago

Cornell rape allegations renew push to change New York sexual assault law

New York law treats intoxicated victims differently depending on whether they willingly consumed alcohol or drugs.

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