U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island in What U.S. Officials Call a Defensive Measure
The action was limited, the officials said, with no immediate plans to escalate. The strikes come on the eve of the midterm elections.
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U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island in What U.S. Officials Call a Defensive Measure
The action was limited, the officials said, with no immediate plans to escalate. The strikes come on the eve of the midterm elections.
Josh Turek pitches "generational change" in tight Iowa Senate race
In Iowa's crucial Senate race, Democrat Josh Turek pitched his campaign as an opportunity for a "generational change."
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Australia rushed through ‘ill-thought-out’ under-16s social media ban, Reddit argues as high court challenge begins
Reddit challenges ban on grounds it impinges implied freedom of political communications for teens The Australian government’s rush to pass the under-16s social media ban legislation in 2024 led to “ill-thought-out, over-broad legislation”…
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DOJ Rejected by Supreme Court on CA Ballots, Apple Earnings
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Judge Declines to Halt D.H.S. Demands for States to Screen Ballots
Judge James E. Boasberg ruled that states had largely succeeded in rebuffing the Trump administration’s efforts to disqualify voters, and that Democratic plaintiffs hadn’t suffered direct impacts.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's request to stop California counting disputed votes
The ruling, which comes on the eve of the midterm elections, essentially ends the Trump administration's bid to disqualify the ballots in the state.
Child’s measles death marks New York state’s first in more than 30 years amid outbreak
A child in Lewis County marks New York's first measles-associated death in over 30 years as Gov. Kathy Hochul urges people to get their vaccinations.
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Supreme Court Rejects DOJ California Ballot Bid, Apple Earnings
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Yemeni government forces launch strikes on Houthi positions west of Taiz
Yemeni government forces launch strikes on Houthi positions west of Taiz Forces belonging to Yemen’s internationally recognised government have carried out air strikes against Houthi positions west of Taiz. The military spokesperson said…
US lawmakers ask Trump administration to stop deportation of Afghans
At least 150 Afghans are facing deportation to Pakistan and on to Afghanistan.
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RBA interest rates live: Reserve Bank of Australia meeting today before cash rate decision and announcement – latest news
Reserve Bank is expected to raise interest rates to an 18-year high on Tuesday, the fifth hike this year Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Anthony Albanese defended his government’s record in the face of a likely…
GOP Senate candidate Ashley Hinson says she's "pro-Iowa" when asked if she's MAGA
Republican Senate candidate Rep. Ashley Hinson told CBS News she's an "Iowa common sense conservative" as she works to secure votes in her tight race with Democrat Josh Turek. CBS news' Lana Zak has more.
Israel's far-right supporters hold out hope for return to power
Itamar Ben Gvir, the far-right Israeli firebrand who achieved international notoriety as part of the outgoing government, fell short of expectations that he would gain ground in the latest election. But support remains. Under the blazing…
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Democrats Lose Bid to Halt DOJ Effort Over ‘Non-Citizen’ Ballots
Democratic Party groups lost a bid to temporarily block the Trump administration from pressuring states to set aside mail-in ballots of people the US claims are likely non-citizens, a significant win for federal officials less than 24…
Supreme Court rejects Trump request for California to set aside ballots from alleged noncitizens
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Trump's effort to set aside California ballots from 20,000 alleged noncitizens. CBS News' Jessica Levinson has more.
Ex-West Point cadet sued for secretly drugging pregnant girlfriend with abortion pills
A former West Point cadet who admitted to secretly giving his pregnant girlfriend Xanax and abortion pills, causing her to miscarry, is now facing a lawsuit over the incident.
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Democrats Head Into Election Day Feeling Hopeful About the Midterms
Chuck Schumer thinks his party has expanded the map.
A Democratic Betrayal and GOP Panic: The Wild Finale of the Midterms
It’s almost over, and on this special Election Eve edition of Stress Test, David Corn and Garrison Hayes deconstruct the manic final moments before America votes. The big last-minute surprise was the 11th-hour bombshell out of Michigan…
'Show courage' and end Netanyahu's government, Tibi urges Israeli opposition leader
'Show courage' and end Netanyahu's government, Tibi urges Israeli opposition leader Speaking to David Hearst, Palestinian lawmaker Ahmad Tibi urged Israeli opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot to show political courage and work with Arab…
JD Vance says Haley Stevens' endorsement of GOP's Mike Rogers will 'certainly' help Michigan Senate race
VP JD Vance says Haley Stevens' endorsement of Mike Rogers over Abdul El-Sayed will give certain Michigan voters "permission" to back the GOP candidate.
Last-minute polls show Democrats leading in Ohio Senate and gubernatorial races
A new New York Times/Siena poll shows Democrats with an edge in Ohio's races for senator and governor. Nina Turner, former Ohio Democratic state senator and co-chair of Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential campaign, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Supreme Court Rejects CA Ballot Bid, Apple Mixed Results, More
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What’s on the climate calendar for November 2026?
After the US midterms and the launch of the COP30 roadmaps, the climate world's attention turns to Antalya for COP31 The post What’s on the climate calendar for November 2026? appeared first on Climate Home News.