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How NPR makes race calls in the 2026 election
NPR partners with the Associated Press to call races during the 2026 election, analyzing vote totals county by county and determining winners based on mathematical certainty rather than predictions.
Are prediction markets accurate on elections? The US midterms are a big test
Prediction markets have gained mainstream prominence in US election forecasting, but they have been confidently wrong on several high-profile races. The upcoming midterms represent their biggest test yet.
Florida plane crash investigators say jet may have broken apart before impact as family named
Investigators believe a private jet that crashed in Florida on Sunday, killing all nine onboard, may have broken apart mid-air before nosediving into a highway and exploding.
From ‘model minority’ to target, anti-Indian hate on the rise
A foiled alleged plot to attack a Hindu temple in Illinois has prompted scrutiny of sharply rising anti-Indian and anti-Hindu hate rhetoric, which experts say has migrated from fringe to mainstream platforms.
New restrictions at Texas Tech are changing what professors can teach
Texas Tech University has adopted restrictions on how professors teach about race, sex, gender identity and sexual orientation, prompting faculty concerns about censorship and creating uncertainty in classrooms.
Indian tourist killed after helicopters collide near Everest base camp
An Indian tourist died when two helicopters collided while attempting to land near Mount Everest base camp. A New Zealand tourist and crew members sustained injuries in the incident.
PM to ask countries affected by UK’s role in slavery to help shape formal apology
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will invite Commonwealth nations affected by British slavery to help shape a formal apology, marking a shift in approach to historical accountability.
US strikes Iranian island ahead of midterm elections
The US conducted limited defensive strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island following IRGC drone fire, occurring as mediators intensified efforts to prevent escalation ahead of midterm elections.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy hopes Abu Dhabi talks will open path to Putin meeting
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed hope that upcoming U.S.-mediated talks with Russia in Abu Dhabi will lead to a three-way meeting with Putin to advance diplomatic efforts toward ending the war.
Opposition party organiser killed before South Africa elections
An opposition party organizer in South Africa was shot dead at his home while on a video call, days before local government elections amid concerns about political violence.
Israel political deadlock leaves Netanyahu’s future hanging in the balance
Israel’s election results face certification this week with neither Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc nor the opposition securing a parliamentary majority, leaving coalition negotiations deadlocked and the prime minister’s political future uncertain.
South Carolina shrimpers weigh costs, vote in crucial US midterms
South Carolina shrimpers face rising fuel costs, equipment expenses, and competition from imported shrimp as they vote in midterm elections, with concerns about NOAA funding cuts affecting their ability to fish safely.
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Trump promised a steel mill in this rural Iowa region. But is it all a midterm election ploy?
Trump announced a $15 billion steel mill project for rural Iowa weeks before midterm elections, but skepticism abounds over whether it will materialize, with comparisons drawn to failed manufacturing promises from his first term.
Judge tosses case against two officials accused of lying about Hunter Biden
A federal judge dismissed criminal charges against two former FBI officials accused of lying about their involvement in the investigation into Hunter Biden, finding prosecutors failed to establish probable cause.
Ex-FBI chief in Chicago sues DoJ, claiming he was pressured to investigate Trump’s foes
A former FBI official in Chicago has sued the Department of Justice, alleging he was pressured to investigate Trump’s political opponents and made a scapegoat after a major prosecution collapsed.
Alaska Senate race: what to know about Democrats’ alleged ballot-stacking effort
Republican officials have called for an investigation into an alleged ballot-stacking scheme involving Alaska Democrat Mary Peltola’s campaign and a rival candidate with the same name as her Republican opponent.
Trump’s DoJ charges six more people in ‘voter fraud’ crackdown in California
The Trump administration’s Justice Department charged six more people in California with alleged voter fraud, intensifying its election-related crackdown as courts have rejected similar efforts as unconstitutional.
‘A despicable betrayal’: Democrats incensed by Haley Stevens’s endorsement of Mike Rogers
Democrat Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, prompting Democratic leaders to condemn the move as a betrayal following a campaign dispute.
Five dimensional chess: inside James Talarico’s extraordinary bid to break Texas Democrats’ losing streak
James Talarico, a former teacher and four-term state representative, seeks to become Texas’s first Democratic Senate winner since 1988, facing Republican Ken Paxton amid a contentious campaign.
US attorneys are freeing children from Trump’s ‘deportation machine’ with a new strategy
U.S. attorneys are increasingly filing habeas corpus petitions to secure release of migrant children held in prolonged federal custody under Trump administration immigration enforcement policies.
Trump launches racist diatribe against Abdul El-Sayed at Iowa rally
Donald Trump attacked Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at an Iowa rally, using religious slurs and characterizing him as a threat ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections.
When it comes to election pressure, this year’s Georgia or Michigan could be anywhere
Election officials in swing states face heightened scrutiny during tight races, with even routine errors potentially becoming conspiracy narratives. Officials in newly competitive districts are preparing for unprecedented pressure this cycle.
Kamala Harris is back on the campaign trail – and insists she hasn’t decided on 2028
Vice President Kamala Harris has returned to the campaign trail following her 2024 presidential loss, campaigning for Democratic candidates while remaining noncommittal about a potential 2028 run.
Federal judge bars DoJ from threatening election workers to stop processing ballots
A federal judge has barred the Justice Department from threatening election workers or demanding they segregate ballots the government believes were illegally cast by immigrants, marking another setback for the Trump administration’s election control efforts.
How Gen Z Republicans running for Congress are thinking about the future of the party
A small cohort of Gen Z Republicans is running for U.S. House seats, with candidates emphasizing anti-corruption platforms and generational change as they seek to establish a foothold in Congress.
‘Dark money made darker’: funding labyrinth conceals donors to Republican campaigns
A political operative in Wisconsin manages hundreds of campaign committees and non-profits that funnel money between charities, social welfare groups, and Super Pacs, raising questions about coordination and donor disclosure in Republican races.
‘There’s a lot of hate’: rightwing racism stirs south Asian mobilization in Texas
Anti-south Asian hate has surged 240% since Trump took office, spurring political mobilization among south Asian communities in Texas, where over 600,000 south Asians reside.
Mike Lawler flipped a New York district red in 2022. But his ties to Trump might bite him in the midterms
Republican congressman Mike Lawler faces a tight reelection battle in New York’s 17th district, where his alignment with Trump may undermine the moderate image that carried him to victory in previous elections.
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Why are more roofs not made of solar tiles?
Solar roof tiles offer aesthetic advantages over traditional panels but face challenges including higher costs, lower efficiency, and complex installation requirements that have hindered widespread adoption.
How long will humans be needed for translation?
Machine translation technology handles most routine translation tasks effectively, but human expertise remains essential for high-stakes work such as legal documents, medical texts, and reference materials where errors can have serious consequences.
As Christmas rush looms, how do China-made toys find their way to the US?
Nearly 80% of toys imported to the US come from China, with factories there receiving roughly 20% of retail prices. The supply chain involves manufacturing, shipping, tariffs, and distribution before toys reach American consumers.
The Indian workers filming their work to train AI
Indian workers are recording their daily tasks with head-mounted cameras to generate training data for artificial intelligence systems that control robots, earning between $5 to $10 per eight-to-ten-hour shift.
Honda warns 50% Canada auto tariffs would be catastrophic for industry
Honda warns that 50% Canadian tariffs would be catastrophic for the automotive industry if the U.S. and Canada fail to reach a trade deal by year-end.
Snowball fight: Cadbury owner in trademark row over festive chocolate treat
Mondelēz International has sent a legal letter to vegan chocolate brand Moo Free, alleging trademark infringement over its White Choccy Snowballs product, citing Cadbury’s long-established Snowballs brand.
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Crypto giant Binance hit by hack suspected to be largest in history
Binance reports a $6.3 billion hack, suspected to be the largest in cryptocurrency history, with analytics firms attributing the breach to North Korean operatives.
Indie games are missing launch dates because Steam is backed up
Steam approval delays are causing indie developers to miss game launch dates, with some approvals taking several weeks instead of the typical 3-5 business days.
OpenAI says ChatGPT is catching up to Google in search
OpenAI announced that ChatGPT search queries now represent approximately 20 percent of Google’s search volume, signaling growing competition in the search market.
Apple’s latest watchOS beta includes its new always-on Audio Intelligence features
Apple’s watchOS 27.3 beta introduces Audio Intelligence features for Apple Watch, including Siri Recap for conversation summaries and Live Rewind for audio transcripts.
Apple starts giving Siri AI access to third-party apps
Apple is expanding Siri AI capabilities to third-party apps through iOS 27.3, allowing developers to integrate voice assistant features that understand context and on-screen information.
Topgolf saved over $11.3 million after leaving VMware
Sports entertainment company Topgolf migrated 12,000 virtual machines from VMware to VergeIO’s VergeOS platform, saving over $11.3 million in infrastructure costs while avoiding significant price increases under Broadcom’s ownership.
ReactOS reaches major milestone with NTFS install support
ReactOS, an open-source Windows alternative, has achieved NTFS installation support, eliminating a long-standing technical barrier and advancing the project toward beta status.
PSA: Patch your Plex media server before someone hacks it
Researchers discovered active exploitation of four chained vulnerabilities in Plex Media Server, installing malware like cryptominers and residential proxy software on unpatched systems.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Fuel From Bamboo Costs Just $2.75 Per Gallon
Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute report bamboo could be converted into biofuel at $2.75 per gallon with emissions up to 26 times lower than diesel.
The Share of Solar Generation with Co-located Battery Storage Is Increasing
Over 16% of new utility-scale solar capacity added this year includes co-located battery storage, up from 2% in 2017, with projections showing the share rising above 30% by 2028.
Trump Wants More Attention For His New Algae Biofuel Project
President Trump has converted the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool into a showcase for algae biofuel production, highlighting the technology as part of his energy dominance strategy and attracting renewed industry interest.
Drax Unveils £20 Billion AI Data Centre Plans at UK Biomass Plant
Energy company Drax plans to build a £20 billion AI data centre at its North Yorkshire biomass plant, partnering with infrastructure firm Radiant to utilize surplus energy capacity from wood-fired operations.
Brazil’s Data Center Push Hinges on Gas Rules, Grid Access and a New Congress
Brazil’s data center expansion depends on coordinating new congressional rules with executive branch decisions on tax incentives, natural gas classification, and grid access following recent elections.
Aluminum–Air Data Centre Power Faces a Metal Supply Problem
California startup Voya Energy raised $35 million for aluminum-air generators that power data centers, but questions remain about the feasibility of its metal supply chain and cost targets.
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UK budget 2026: Key climate and energy announcements
UK Chancellor John Healey outlined a budget prioritizing cheaper energy through clean power expansion while maintaining net-zero commitments, though it cuts funding for warm homes and hydrogen projects.
What’s fueling Indonesia’s worst wildfire season in a decade?
Indonesia experiences its worst wildfire season in a decade since August, with over 4.6 million acres burned and toxic haze spreading regionally, affecting millions and causing respiratory health crises.
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Oriel College urged to cancel student group’s event with Jason Arday accuser
Oriel College at Oxford faces pressure to cancel an event featuring Nathan Cofnas, an accuser of late Cambridge professor Jason Arday, organized by a student Reform UK supporter group.
Their colleges closed, but the government refuses to erase their debts, lawsuit says
A lawsuit claims the Trump administration is illegally refusing to process student loan discharges for borrowers whose colleges closed, including those who were granted eligibility under Biden-era policy changes.
New Data on Digital Wagering in Higher Ed
A survey finds 15 percent of undergraduates have engaged in online wagering since enrolling, but most institutions aren’t tracking the issue despite students saying their schools are underresponding.
Headteachers threaten strike ballots after losing confidence in Ofsted
English headteachers’ unions have passed motions of no confidence in Ofsted and threaten strike ballots over inspection-related wellbeing concerns, citing a 2023 coroner’s finding linking an inspection to a headteacher’s death.
Create new pre-apprenticeship scheme to close youth unemployment gap, says Milburn
Alan Milburn’s youth employment review recommends a new pre-apprenticeship scheme to address declining youth apprenticeship starts and rising unemployment among young people in England.
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