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THE NEW YORK TIMES — POLITICS POLITICS
In Victory, Democrats See Economic Mandate to Cut Costs and Curtail Trump
Some Democrats quickly signaled they could try to roll back the president’s tax and trade policies, ignoring his early veto threats.
THE NEW YORK TIMES — POLITICS POLITICS
Triumphal Arch Set to Win Final Approval Despite Court Challenges
President Trump’s 250-foot arch project is expected to win approval on Thursday from a federal planning board. Court action and Democrats’ upcoming control of Congress could halt the plans.
Trump's arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction
A federal panel will meet to consider the arch for final approval on Thursday, and the government said it may begin construction later that same day. Critics hope a judge will intervene last-minute.
Paris Jackson demands $600M from father Michael Jackson's estate in legal war with longtime executor
Paris Jackson accused executor John Branca of financial retaliation after she challenged his handling of Michael Jackson's multibillion-dollar estate.
THE GUARDIAN — WORLD INTERNATIONAL
Not just Congress: Democrats’ blue wave washes over state legislatures across US
Democrats gain hundreds of seats in historic victories – and party set to embark on aggressive legislative spree The blue wave that swept Republicans out of power across the United States didn’t just strike Congress. In Tuesday’s midterm…
THE GUARDIAN — WORLD INTERNATIONAL
South West Water’s failure to fix leaks ‘putting customer supplies at risk’
With parts of region served by company in severe drought still, regulators give it six weeks to come up with action plan Repeated failures by South West Water to tackle leaks are putting customers at higher risks of losing water supplies…
Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don't hold your breath
A new Democratic majority in Congress could pressure the president to end the war in Iran. But it will be harder for them to directly affect fuel prices, which are tied to a complex international oil market.
A month after Yemen government offensive began, war of attrition takes hold
The Houthis suffer losses but also inflict pain on government forces and Saudi Arabia.
Minister tells journalist to ‘get a life’ over smoky bacon crisp ban row
‘If you want to obsess about smoky bacon crisps, I suppose that’s your choice,’ environment secretary tells radio host
HUGH HEWITT: The GOP is wounded, not dead — but recovery has to start now
Trump faces pressure to quickly win the battle with Iran before new Democratic majorities can interfere with his authority as commander-in-chief.
Republicans turn on Trump after devastating midterm losses hand Democrats control of Congress
GOP insiders blame Trump after Election Night's blue tsunami flipped both chambers, with Democrats scoring seven Senate and 27 House pickups.
MEHEK COOKE: Republicans failed the affordability test. This is how to win voters back
Republicans lost Tuesday's elections because voters graded the GOP on groceries, gasoline, housing and health care affordability, not ideology.
THE GUARDIAN — WORLD INTERNATIONAL
Tech barons cozied up to Trump. What will they do in newly blue America?
Democrats’ success was helped by popular anger over tech, AI and the super rich – life for billionaires could become much more difficult The photo of Silicon Valley centi-billionaires at Donald Trump’s inauguration – Musk, Bezos, and…
THE GUARDIAN — WORLD INTERNATIONAL
Trump accepts midterm results as system holds up against election interference efforts
Administration had waged aggressive bid to sow doubt about midterms results but worst fears were not realized In the months leading up to the midterm elections, Donald Trump’s administration waged an aggressive effort to sow doubt about…
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Robinhood: New US Congress to Bring Proper Crypto Rules
Robinhood is expanding into the Middle East, with plans to launch its retail investing platform from a new regional headquarters in Dubai next year. Johann Kerbrat, Robinhood's SVP and Crypto and International General Manager spoke to…
THE NEW YORK TIMES — WORLD INTERNATIONAL
Here’s Who Is Meeting Israel’s President to Recommend a Prime Minister
Israeli party leaders are in discussions with President Isaac Herzog over who should get the first chance to form a governing coalition.
French unions unite for nationwide strikes, piling more pressure on Macron's government
French trade unions are joining forces for more nationwide strikes and demonstrations for higher wages and in support of the high school protest movement
US First Lady Melania Trump to host Ukrainian and Russian officials at White House
On Wednesday, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the first lady a national honour for her role in brokering a partial ceasefire that allowed the evacuation of civilians from a Russian-occupied town.
Germany’s Merz expects Trump to keep ignoring Congress
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expects US President Donald Trump to keep bypassing Congress despite midterm losses.
Europe Today: Trump loses Congress. Will he now be even more unpredictable?
Democrats have seized control of the US Congress in a nationwide rejection of Trump. In Europe, hackers targeted a French blood bank and supermarket fridges, raising fears of a new front in hybrid warfare. Plus: we talk to Reza Pahlavi…
THE GUARDIAN — WORLD INTERNATIONAL
A Democratic-controlled Congress will likely try to constrain Trump’s foreign adventures
But the president still has veto power, which he can wield to dictate policy over tariffs, the war in Iran or aid for Ukraine In a rare occurrence, a US election may have actually been decided by foreign policy. Donald Trump’s war in Iran…
Israel’s opposition slams ‘toxic Netanyahu’ after Democrats win US Congress
Netanyahu's rivals say US midterm results show Israel 'cannot afford' to have the prime minister remain in office.
THE GUARDIAN — WORLD INTERNATIONAL
US midterm elections 2026 live: Democrats eye historic upset in Mississippi Senate race as Republican blame game begins
Democrat Scott Colom is leading Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in the southern state; JD Vance pointed to the war in Iran as the ‘obvious’ culprit for Republicans’ loss Live results | How do you feel about the results? Sign up for…