PoliticsMillions of Americans are voting in the midterms to decide who will control Congress for the final two years of Donald Trump’s presidency. All 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats and some state offices, including governorships, are on the ballot. Republicans currently control both chambers; Democrats hope to win majorities in both.
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PoliticsGayle King spoke with voters in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, about how they feel about their 2024 choices and the midterm elections.
PoliticsHelin Sarı Ertem, an associate professor of International Relations at Istanbul Medeniyet University, discusses the US midterm elections and explains why they matter beyond the United States.
SocietyAn Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has been charged in Houston with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The allegation is that he struck a man with his car.
EconomyUS job openings rose by 333,000 to 7.52 million, compared with a revised 7.19 million in August. Factory orders and durable goods orders also increased.
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SocietySingapore is proposing new laws that would make jail or reformative training the default punishment for young scam offenders, reinforcing the government's strong deterrent stance. The bill responds to a September High Court ruling allowing probation or community-based sentences for four young scam mules. Police investigated more than 1,000 youths in connection with scam reports in 2025.
PoliticsMichigan’s Senate contest has been among the most closely watched races in the US midterms. It took an unexpected turn on Sunday when Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers instead of Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed. Both candidates made their final appeals at rallies on Monday evening, November 2.
SocietyLindsay Clancy appeared in court Monday as her lawyers sought to have the case dismissed. Prosecutors indicated they intend to retry her.
PoliticsSingapore will work with ASEAN members to establish a regional coordinating centre in Indonesia to address transboundary haze when it chairs the bloc next year, Sustainability and the Environment Minister Grace Fu said. She also said Singapore will not add PM2.5 forecasts, citing concern that extra air-quality indicators could confuse the public.
PoliticsJericka Duncan spoke with Maine voters about their reasons for supporting Democrat Troy Jackson or Republican incumbent Susan Collins in a close race.
Politics9:13In the run-up to Tuesday, Trump and contenders nationwide delivered their closing campaign messages.
SocietyLive coverage shows the Supreme Court hearing oral arguments from the State of Colorado and Catholic plaintiffs.
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SocietyA friend of the co-pilot in the Florida crash told Kris Van Cleave that the air traffic control “mayday” recording was “probably the worst thing I’ve ever heard.” Nine people aboard the Learjet died when it crashed in West Palm Beach on Sunday while en route to the Bahamas. The crash is under investigation.
PoliticsAlbanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said the deal allowing Italy to run migrant processing and detention centres on Albanian soil would continue for as long as needed—potentially until 2030, 2040 or 2050, and until Meloni is no longer Italy’s prime minister.
EconomyA new report released at WTM London forecasts that international travel will reach a record high in 2026 despite conflict and rising costs. Europe is expected to receive 226 million more annual international arrivals in 2032 than in 2026.
PoliticsMichigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed mocked Donald Trump and rallied supporters alongside Senator Elizabeth Warren in Detroit, making a final push for votes before Tuesday’s midterm elections. He is seeking to keep an open seat in Democratic hands against Republican Mike Rogers, who received a last-minute endorsement from Democratic congresswoman Haley Stevens.
PoliticsPresident Donald Trump appeared on Fox & Friends to deliver a final Election Day message as voters cast ballots in the high-stakes midterms. He discussed his record, the Middle East and other major issues.
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CultureFrance’s prestigious Prix Goncourt was awarded to writer Philippe Jaenada on Monday. The prize comes with a symbolic €10 reward but brings substantial recognition and book sales. The jury announced its decision at a Paris restaurant.
PoliticsAmericans voted Tuesday in pivotal midterm elections, with Democrats aiming to take control of Congress and deliver the first significant checks on Donald Trump’s second term. If Republicans lose the House, Democrats could block his legislative agenda and launch sweeping investigations into his administration.
TechSouth Korea is moving to strengthen cybersecurity defenses to better protect critical infrastructure and digital systems.
SocietyBruce and Kaila Richard say two diseases continue to devastate the oyster industry on Prince Edward Island, and they do not know when they will see their cages again. Processing plants in western P.E.I. are also running short of oysters and work.
PoliticsBritain’s King Charles is attending the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
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EconomyGlobal oil markets remain reliant on Middle Eastern supplies and are struggling to diversify, former White House energy adviser Amos Hochstein said. He said supply is not the current problem; transportation costs have surged from US$100,000 a day to US$1.4 million.
PoliticsMalaysia is reviewing its readiness for cyber and geopolitical threats as attacks on critical infrastructure rise globally. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told parliament the country could be targeted because of its strong digital capabilities and positions on international issues. The National Security Council met Monday to review response mechanisms and improve coordination among government bodies and security agencies.