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Where voters stand on state ballot measures, from abortion to LGBTQ rights to guns
Voters across 39 states and U.S. territories decided on 146 ballot measures, with majorities supporting abortion access, voting reforms, and mixed results on LGBTQ rights and taxes.
It was a big night for doctors to win seats in Congress, riding the blue wave
Multiple physician candidates won congressional seats on Tuesday night, with Democrats making significant gains. For the first time since 1938, the U.S. Senate will have a practicing Democratic physician.
Elon Musk will face scrutiny from Democrats after midterms
Elon Musk spent over $445 million supporting Republican candidates in recent midterms, but most backed candidates lost. Democrats now control Congress and plan to investigate his government contracts and potential conflicts of interest.
El Nino is making the Pacific ‘burn with fever’, triggering typhoon after typhoon in East Asia
El Niño is fueling a wave of intense typhoons across East Asia, killing dozens and causing widespread disruption to airports, crops, and infrastructure in the Philippines, Taiwan, China, and Japan.
US singer Bob Dylan meets Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City
Bob Dylan met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican during his Italian tour, exchanging gifts including a rosary and his autobiography.
Vance walks Trump tightrope with scathing election critique blaming Iran war
Vice President JD Vance publicly blamed his party’s midterm election losses on the Iran war, marking an unusual public break with President Trump on a major foreign policy issue ahead of a potential 2028 presidential run.
Control of Congress is at stake today. And, judge to consider motion in Clancy case
Voters head to polls today in a record-spending midterm election with potential for Democrats to regain Congressional control, while a judge considers dismissing charges in a Massachusetts murder case.
Canada joins coalition refusing to play ice hockey against Russia over Ukraine war
Canada and several other nations are refusing to compete against Russian ice hockey teams, with Prime Minister Mark Carney stating Russian athletes will not compete in next month’s world junior championship.
Israel’s election commission rejects Netanyahu claims of voting fraud
Israel’s election commission confirmed final voting results rejecting Netanyahu’s fraud claims after his coalition lost its governing majority in last week’s election.
Abdul El-Sayed welcomes Trump’s plan to cut Israel aid, calls for end to arms sales
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Senate race and became the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate, supporting Trump’s proposal to cut military aid to Israel.
Protesters to join nationwide march as France braces for day of strike action
Hundreds of thousands are expected to participate in nationwide demonstrations and strike action across France on Thursday, with unions opposing government budget cuts affecting public services and workers’ wages.
Has Britain finally pulled off a diplomatic victory in the row over reparations?
British officials claim a diplomatic breakthrough at the Commonwealth summit by offering a formal apology on slavery while proposing debt restructuring discussions, aiming to refocus the agenda away from reparations.
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California progressive Randy Villegas ousts longtime Republican in redrawn House district
Democrat Randy Villegas, a community college professor, defeated six-term Republican David Valadao in California’s 22nd congressional district after the state’s voting maps were redrawn.
Republicans tried to gerrymander their way out of big congressional losses. It didn’t work
Democrats won several congressional races in districts Republicans had redrawn to favor the GOP ahead of the election, defying Republican expectations that Trump’s 2024 coalition would sustain their party.
Hakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House following Democrats’ midterm victory, advancing from his current role as House minority leader.
These 9 candidates for governor just made history
Nine states elected governors on November 03, 2026, with voters choosing candidates who achieved various historic firsts in representation and demographics.
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.
‘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.
Judge tosses Trump’s attempt to block Alaska Senate results if GOP incumbent loses
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to halt certification of Alaska’s Senate race results, ruling the government lacks standing to file the lawsuit.
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.
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Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don’t hold your breath
Democrats won control of Congress partly on voter anger over fuel prices driven by the Iran war, but experts say lower prices are unlikely soon without a deal to end the conflict.
Don’t let Poundland owner maximise its return at our expense, suppliers say
Poundland’s US owner Gordon Brothers faces pressure from suppliers over restructuring plans, with thousands of jobs at stake across the retail chain and its supply network.
UK interest rates: Bank of England expected to raise them for first time in over three years
The Bank of England is expected to raise its benchmark interest rate to 4% on Thursday, marking the first increase in over three years, driven by rising inflation linked to energy and fuel costs.
South West Water’s failure to fix leaks ‘putting customer supplies at risk’
South West Water faces regulatory warnings for failing to reduce leaks over seven years, with current leakage 18.5% above forecast amid severe drought conditions affecting 325,000 people in south-west England.
Car finance: Compensation payments explained
Millions of drivers mis-sold car finance agreements must wait until at least 2027 for compensation, with average payments of £829 expected, though legal challenges have delayed the process.
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Roughly half of Gen Z doubt the state pension will exist when they retire, prompting many to increase private pension contributions amid concerns about aging populations and government finances.
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Sadiq Khan calls for cap on numbers of robotaxis on London streets
London’s mayor is pushing for caps on robotaxis as the UK government prepares to permit fully driverless vehicles in the capital, citing concerns about job losses and congestion.
Gemini for Home now plugs into AT&T’s smart security system
AT&T’s Connected Life security system now integrates with Gemini for Home, enabling AI-powered features like video summarization, natural language search, and activity summaries.
UK to deploy facial recognition in biggest-ever immigration crackdown
The UK Home Office is preparing to deploy facial recognition technology at transport hubs and public events to identify undocumented people and those subject to immigration enforcement actions.
Rian Johnson explains why he had to build his own iPhone camera app
Director Rian Johnson released Chromagraph Camera, a $13 iOS app developed with cinematographer Steve Yedlin that applies cinematic color grading to iPhone photos by bypassing Apple’s standard image processing.
Anker’s new window-mounted camera monitors the outside of your home from within it
Anker introduced the Eufy Window Camera E10, an indoor camera designed to monitor outdoor spaces through windows without weatherproofing, priced at $79.99 with 2.5K resolution and AI motion detection.
Nintendo is losing a Switch cartridge supplier
Nintendo faces a supply challenge as Macronix, a major Switch cartridge memory supplier, phases out ROM production to focus on data center memory, citing robust demand.
Nothing teases a screen-free AI device ahead of launch next month
Nothing CEO Carl Pei announced the company’s first AI-native device launches next month, featuring no screen and designed as a tool with distinctive Nothing branding and personality.
Xbox previews two new ways to control cloud games
Microsoft is previewing two new cloud gaming control methods: a Wi-Fi-connected Xbox Nano controller and a phone controller option for smart TVs, designed to reduce input latency.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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If The US Military Gets Solar Power, Why Can’t We?
The US Department of Defense is deploying solar-powered microgrids at military facilities, including a 700-kilowatt system at White Sands Missile Range, despite federal officials questioning solar reliability.
Stratos Data Center Will Emit Air Pollution That’s Linked to Premature Deaths and Health Economic Damages for Utah & States Downwind
A report estimates the proposed Stratos data center in Utah could cause 5-45 premature deaths annually from air pollution, with health damages reaching $75-690 million per year at full capacity.
China’s Rail Line Into Central Asia Is Set for 2031
China’s railway into Central Asia is roughly 22% complete with an expected 2031 operational launch, while China expands investments across the region in energy, infrastructure, and technology projects.
Iran War and AI Boom Drive Global Gas Supply Crunch
Asian LNG prices have tripled since the start of the year amid a regional conflict affecting a major exporter, while AI-driven energy demand and supply constraints create a prolonged global gas crunch.
Africa’s LNG Exports Set to Soar 175% as Buyers Flee Hormuz
Africa’s liquefied natural gas exports are projected to surge 175% by 2034 as global energy buyers diversify away from Middle Eastern supply routes, with major projects advancing across Mozambique, Nigeria, and other nations.
Sierra Club Releases Post-Election Congressional Policy Blueprint to Reduce Costs, Preserve Public Lands, and Make Polluters Pay
The Sierra Club released a legislative blueprint for the incoming Democratic Congress, calling for measures to lower costs, hold polluters accountable, and preserve public lands following the recent elections.
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How the UK’s extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
Extreme heat in the UK is forcing a reassessment of climate policy priorities, with housing associations and policymakers debating whether to invest more in air conditioning and heat adaptation alongside carbon reduction efforts.
Trump cut funding for farmers — then unlocked billions for them before Election Day
The Trump administration has unlocked billions in emergency funding for farmers and ranchers ahead of midterm elections, after earlier cutting agricultural programs and drawing criticism from the farming community.
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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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