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NY governor removes DA probing Cornell rape case, says she ‘lost faith’ in him; appoints special prosecutor

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NY governor removes DA probing Cornell rape case, says she ‘lost faith’ in him; appoints special prosecutor

New York Governor Kathy Hochul. (REUTERS Photo) New York Governor Kathy Hochul has removed Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten from overseeing the investigation into an alleged gang rape at Cornell University and handed the case to state Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor.Hochul signed an executive order appointing James to take over … Read more

Cornell rape case: NY governor hands probe to special prosecutor, removes DA Houten, ‘It has undercut my faith’

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York Attorney General Letitia James attend a press conference regarding an investigation into alleged sexual assault at Cornell University, in New York City, US, October 2, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon (REUTERS)

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday that she no longer had confidence in the district attorney managing the Cornell University sexual assault case and decided to bring in a special prosecutor to take over his responsibilities. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York Attorney General Letitia James attend a press conference regarding … Read more

Scientists developed a starch-based wash that removes pesticide residues and keeps fruits and vegetables fresh for 15 days

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Scientists developed a starch-based wash that removes pesticide residues and keeps fruits and vegetables fresh for 15 days

Fruits and vegetables can retain pesticide residues on their surfaces after they are harvested, while their quality can gradually decline during storage. Researchers have developed a wash that aims to tackle both the problems together. The study, published in ACS Nanodescribes a starch-based wash that uses a protective material made with tannic acid and iron. … Read more

Mr Singh is not any Sikh truck driver but Harjinder Singh, DHS says as it removes controversial post; Hasbro objects use of its character

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Mr Singh is not any Sikh truck driver but Harjinder Singh, DHS says as it removes controversial post; Hasbro objects use of its character

DHS said Mr Singh is a specific person, Harjinder Singh, the Indian truck driver behind the fatal crash in Florida in 2025. The Department of Homeland Security removed the controversial post vilifying Sikh truck drivers but said that the criticisms were nonsensical drivel. New York Post cited a statement by the DHS amid the major … Read more

Target removes controversial halloween costume after blackface backlash

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Target removed a controversial clown Halloween costume after backlash over imagery critics said evoked blackface and racist depictions of Black people. (Pexel - representational image)

Target has removed a controversial Halloween costume from its stores and website after strong criticism from consumers. The costume was criticized for imagery that some people said reminded them of blackface, minstrel shows and racist depictions of Black people. Target removed a controversial clown Halloween costume after backlash over imagery critics said evoked blackface and … Read more

European wild boars escaped a North Carolina hunting ranch in 1912; a century later the Smokies still removes hundreds each year to limit their damage

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European wild boars escaped a North Carolina hunting ranch in 1912; a century later the Smokies still removes hundreds each year to limit their damage

European wild boars are large, powerful wild pigs native to Europe and parts of Asia and North Africa, known for their strong snouts, dark coats and sharp tusks. A shipment of European wild boars brought to a North Carolina hunting estate more than a century ago continues to cause serious ecological problems inside Great Smoky … Read more