5pm ET, October 06 | The latest headlines from NPR
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Cornell University has appointed former acting AG Sally Yates to investigate its handling of sexual assault reports, including a gang-rape allegation. The U.S. military withdrew bombers from a UK base due to fears of an Iranian drone attack, while a new poll shows Democrats hold a two-to-one trust advantage over Republicans on health care costs. Additionally, the S&P 500 hit an all-time high, and former televangelist Jim Baker died at 86.
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Cornell University appoints Sally Yates to lead sexual assault review
US military withdraws bombers from UK base due to drone threat
Poll shows Democrats lead on voter trust for health care costs
US stock market hits all-time high
Trump pledges to use MAGA PAC funds for taxpayer-funded ads
Former televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86
Connecticut advises building electrified mats to deter bears
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