Joshua Wong, once a rising figure in Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement as a high school student, is now 30 and has received his second sentence under Beijing’s national security law, which effectively crushed the movement he once championed.

TThe Associated Press2026-11-05 07:50

Democrats have taken control of the US Congress in a nationwide rejection of Trump. The programme also reports hackers targeting a French blood bank and supermarket fridges in Europe, raising fears of a new front in hybrid warfare, and an interview with Reza Pahlavi, a leading opponent of Iran’s regime.

Eeuronews2026-11-05 07:47

US political expert Eric Ham told Europe Today that Trump likes being the centre of attention and will do whatever he can to remain in the spotlight, for good or ill. Democrats took control of Congress in a nationwide rebuke of Trump.

Eeuronews2026-11-05 07:41

British Ambassador to the United States Sir Christian Turner discusses US strikes against Iran and President Donald Trump’s proposal to end aid to Israel.

FFox News2026-11-05 07:30

Bloomberg’s “The China Show” examines US midterm results and their implications for Asia. The headline highlights a rise in Chinese stocks and weakness among South Korea’s major stocks.

BBloomberg Television2026-11-05 07:13

Oil extended its decline as prospects for US-Iran diplomacy improved. Trump said there were no immediate plans for new strikes, while Gulf states continued to push for de-escalation. Talks remain focused on Hormuz and nuclear issues, though the risk of renewed escalation persists.

BBloomberg Television2026-11-05 07:13

Hundreds of thousands are expected to march in French cities, while public workers are set to strike on November 5. The protests pose a fresh test for President Emmanuel Macron after weeks of unrest that have shaken his government and dominated the agenda five months before a presidential election.

RReuters2026-11-05 07:10

Fox News host Sean Hannity discusses Democrats taking control of Congress after the midterm elections and what Republicans should do next on his program.

FFox News2026-11-05 07:00

Joshua Wong, once a leading figure in Hong Kong’s democracy movement, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for colluding with foreign forces under the city’s national security law. Introduced in 2020 after large pro-democracy protests, the law has been criticized for silencing dissent; authorities say it is needed for stability.

BBBC News2026-11-05 06:55

Stanford University researchers found that dying coral can be revived in a laboratory by contact with healthy coral. The finding may help scientists develop new ways to restore reefs threatened by warming ocean waters.

TThe Associated Press2026-11-05 06:45

The Democrats’ landslide in the US midterm elections, which gives them control of Congress from January, has prompted questions about how long the Supreme Court’s two oldest justices, Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, will remain on the bench and whether its conservative majority will endure.

RReuters2026-11-05 06:38

Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson reports on Vice President JD Vance's explanation for the Republican Party's midterm election losses. Former RNC chairwoman Ronna McDaniel also discusses the results on “America Reports.”

FFox News2026-11-05 06:30

Hundreds of thousands are expected to march in French cities on Thursday, while public-sector workers strike. The protests will be another test for President Emmanuel Macron after weeks of unrest unsettled his government and dominated the agenda five months before a presidential election.

FFrance 24 English2026-11-05 06:24

A morning roundup of important stories from Europe and beyond on November 5, 2026.

Eeuronews2026-11-05 06:10

Donald Trump may shift his focus to foreign policy to shape his legacy after the Democrats’ sweeping midterm victory, says Jared Mondschein of the University of Sydney’s United States Studies Centre. He notes past presidents have pursued similar strategies after midterm setbacks, but questions whether Trump has the support or ability to do so.

CCNA2026-11-05 06:10

Arab airlines are projected to record a combined net loss of €3.82 billion in 2026. At its annual meeting in Doha this week, the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization raised concerns about EU carbon rules as airlines seek to expand links with Europe amid regional uncertainty.

Eeuronews2026-11-05 06:01

Democrats made significant gains in the Senate, House and gubernatorial races in the 2026 US midterms. The Associated Press described the shift as a direct repudiation of President Donald Trump and his party.

TThe Associated Press2026-11-05 05:45

A Fox News @ Night panel discusses the 2026 midterm results, including Democrats winning statewide races in Texas for the first time in more than three decades.

FFox News2026-11-05 05:45

US markets surged on Wednesday after Democrats swept the midterms, giving major indices their strongest day since April 2025 as investors appeared to welcome the changed political landscape. Tech stocks were jolted, however, by incoming Texas governor Gina Hinojosa’s pledge to pause new data-centre construction statewide.

BBBC News2026-11-05 05:28

Democrats scored victories across the United States as voters protested soaring diesel prices and data centres. In a Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists discuss how a weakened President Donald Trump could benefit international partners while making AI growth less certain.

RReuters2026-11-05 05:20

Democratic state Representative Gina Hinojosa pulled off a stunning upset over three-term Republican Governor Greg Abbott, ending the party’s 30-year grip on the Texas governor’s office.

RReuters2026-11-05 05:20

Tehran residents gathered at Enghelab Square after Republicans lost the midterm elections, burning a huge banner depicting U.S. President Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

RReuters2026-11-05 05:19

ABC News’ Alex Presha examines how voters under 30, one of the largest demographic groups, shifted sharply to the left compared with 2024 and influenced the 2026 midterm elections.

AABC News2026-11-05 04:51

ABC News’ Linsey Davis interviewed Rep. Rob Menendez about Democrats retaking control of Congress and Latino voter support in the election.

AABC News2026-11-05 04:49