# Algo opt-out laws hit roadblock + The Cornell 7 case goes beyond toxic frats

An episode of [The Briefing](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1507116817), 13 Oct 2026, 29 min.

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Wednesday Headlines: • Anthony Albanese working to stop execution livestream being shown in Australia • Small business minister says she’s received 19 death threats in a week over surcharge changes • Convicted pedophile Ashley Paul Griffith to be extradited to NSW • Sharp rise in family and sexual violence rates against Australian children • Cybersecurity experts warn French supermarket fridge hack could happen in Australia • Australia win's first test in South Africa Deep Dive: The Cornell 7 case has sparked global headlines, condemnation and outrage; seven men accused of gang raping a woman inside a frat house at one of America’s most prestigious universities. As police reopen the investigation into the 2024 incident, the spotlight has turned back on Greek life and whether fraternities and sororities still have a place on modern campuses. In this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by higher education expert Dr. Pietro Sasso to unpack the culture of American Greek life and examine its connection to cases like the Cornell 7. This story discusses confronting details about sexual violence. If you need support, you can contact 1800 RESPECT or Full Stop Australia. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpod Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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