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Society news — September 30, 2026

Society publications published on September 30, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

28 publications

  6. SocietyFraudJusticeHousing

    New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Calls for Independent Review of Cornell's Handling of Gang Rape Allegation

    New York Governor Kathy Hochul has called for an independent review of Cornell University's response to a 2024 gang rape allegation, where a woman claims she was sexually assaulted by seven students after being plied with alcohol and drugs at a fraternity house. Hochul supports the reopening of the criminal investigation and wants an outside law firm to probe the university's response, reporting, and prevention systems. The woman, identified as Jane Doe, filed a lawsuit this month, leading to public outrage and the district attorney's decision to reopen the case.
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  8. SocietyPublic HealthHealthcareMental Health

    Lady A's Charles Kelley Diagnosed with Rare Blood Cancer

    Lady A vocalist Charles Kelley has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare blood cancer. The 45-year-old singer revealed his diagnosis via Instagram, stating that he had experienced random rib fractures which led to blood tests that discovered the cancer. Despite his diagnosis, Kelley remains hopeful about his prognosis due to advancements in treatment. He plans to continue working and performing with Lady A during his treatment.
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  9. SocietyOrganized CrimeFraud

    Phoenix Suns' Dillon Brooks Charged with DUI

    Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks has been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) following his arrest in March. The 30-year-old was stopped by police in Scottsdale, Arizona, at around 1 a.m. and later booked into jail. He has a court date set for October 28. This is not Brooks' first brush with the law; he is also facing separate misdemeanor reckless driving and speeding charges from an earlier arrest in January.
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  11. SocietyFraudLaunderingCybercrime

    Investigation Launched into Organizer of Cancelled Kanye West Concerts in St. Petersburg over Fraud Allegations

    Law enforcement agencies in St. Petersburg have initiated a preliminary investigation into suspected fraud by the organizer of cancelled Kanye West concerts, LLC 'Say Agency'. The investigation, which began due to complaints from concert ticket buyers, will be transferred to Moscow where the central apparatus of the Ministry of Internal Affairs will join. Concertgoers have filed lawsuits demanding refunds for both ticket and transportation costs.
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  14. SocietyLawFraudJustice

    Riley Gaines' Lawsuit Against NCAA Dismissed, Appeal Planned

    A Biden-appointed judge dismissed Riley Gaines' lawsuit against the NCAA, alleging violations of Title IX rights by permitting biological males to compete in women's events and use women's locker rooms. The judge ruled that the NCAA was not a recipient of federal financial assistance, making it not subject to Title IX. Gaines and the Independent Council on Women's Sports plan to appeal the decision.
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  15. SocietyLawPeaceAsia

    Julius Malema Granted Leave to Appeal Firearm Conviction

    The Eastern Cape High Court in Makhanda has granted Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema leave to appeal his conviction and sentence in a case involving the unlawful possession and discharge of a firearm during an EFF rally in Mdantsane in 2018. Malema was convicted on five charges and sentenced to five years' imprisonment. He was granted leave to appeal both the conviction and sentence.
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  16. SocietyCivil RightsNorth AmericaInequalityBudget

    Portuguese Teachers Most Dissatisfied with Salaries in OECD

    Portuguese teachers are the most dissatisfied with their salaries among OECD countries, with only 13.4% expressing satisfaction, compared to the OECD average of 38.5%. Starting salaries for Portuguese teachers have decreased by about 10% in real terms over the past decade, while increasing by 20% on average in other OECD countries. The lack of teachers is a global problem, with Portugal facing challenges in attracting and retaining good teachers due to low salaries, high percentage of fixed-term contracts, and a high proportion of teachers over 55 years old.
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  17. SocietyNorth America

    Taifu Company Delays Wage Settlement

    The Taifu Company, operating in the Japanese stock market, has delayed wage settlement for over two months despite project completion. Employees have not received their wages, with responsible persons identified as Mr. Deng, Mr. Liu, and Mr. Zhang. The company has only issued flight numbers for employees to return to China, with passport and personal photo requirements. Employees express frustration, seeking timely wage settlement.
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  18. SocietyCorruptionWhite-collarFraud

    Dmitry Portnyagin Sentenced to Five Years for Money Laundering

    Dmitry Portnyagin, a blogger and entrepreneur, has been sentenced to five years in prison for money laundering. Between 2018 and 2020, he evaded paying over 124 million rubles in taxes and subsequently legalized over 91 million rubles through transfers to third-party accounts. His wife, Ekaterina, was sentenced to eight years in prison with the sentence deferred until their child reaches the age of 14.
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  19. SocietyLocal GovIndictmentArrestFraud

    Mother Stabs Children 52 Times in South Carolina Home

    A 35-year-old South Carolina mother, Taylor Gosnell, was arrested for allegedly stabbing her two young children, aged 3 and 6, with a knife and a blunt object. The children were found with approximately 50 knife wounds, with some cuts reaching the bone. The 6-year-old may face amputation of fingers or an arm due to the severity of the injuries. Gosnell was arrested after returning home and exhibiting erratic behavior. She is charged with two counts of attempted murder and is being held without bond.
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  20. SocietyIsraelEducation

    KYK Scholarship and Loan Application Start Date Inquiry

    University students are eagerly awaiting the start of the 2026-2027 KYK scholarship and loan application process. The application process is expected to take place through the e-Devlet platform, as in previous years. The start dates of the applications are a topic of curiosity, and students are researching the application schedule for the 2026-2027 academic year, which will be shared by the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
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  21. SocietyCorruptionTrialWhite-collarFraud

    Four Sentenced to Death for MP Muchai's Murder

    Four men have been sentenced to death for the murder of George Muchai, the MP for Kabete, and his three guards. The killing occurred on February 7, 2015, along Kenyatta Avenue in Nairobi. The High Court convicted Eric Mungera Isabwa, Raphael Kimani Gachii, Mustafa Kimani Anyoni, and Stephen Astiva Lipopo on all counts of murder. The court found that the prosecution proved the charges beyond reasonable doubt.
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  22. SocietyLocal GovMiddle East

    Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Pradeep Purnekar Shot Dead in Thane

    Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Thane, Maharashtra. The incident occurred outside his party office on Tuesday night. Purnekar, who was the Thane 'vibhag pramukh' of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Sena (UBT), sustained serious bullet injuries and died during treatment at a private hospital. Police are investigating the incident, reviewing CCTV footage, and setting up checkpoints to catch the suspects.
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  23. SocietyLocal GovAsia

    Pahang Police Raids: 83 Illegal Gambling Dens Shut Down in Eight Months

    The Pahang police have conducted 83 raids on illegal gambling dens in the first eight months of 2026, arresting 95 people and registering 83 cases. Datuk Azri Akma, the Deputy Chief of Police in Pahang, attributed this success to effective intelligence gathering, law enforcement, and case investigation by the Kuala Lumpur Police Headquarters Criminal Investigation Unit. Out of the registered cases, 64 have been brought to court, accounting for 77% of the total cases.
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