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Former NFL star says he previously flew on private jet that crashed in Florida: 'Absolutely devastated'
Joe Mixon revealed he flew on the same Learjet 60 with the same two pilots just a month before the fatal Palm Beach County crash killed all nine aboard.
Israeli opposition leaders vow to remove Netanyahu quickly but path unclear
The Israeli opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot pledged Tuesday to form a government quickly to oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu but remained unclear on how, with divisions over whether to ally with Arab lawmakers. Meeting for the…
Israeli opposition bloc gathers to see how to oust Netanyahu
The Israeli opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot gathered on Tuesday for the first time since elections as they strategise how to oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with divisions on whether to ally with Arab lawmakers. Opposition…
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Russia Plots Ways to Exploit a Weakened Trump After Midterms
Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy will face a different Donald Trump if the US president emerges weakened from the midterm elections, a new political reality that may have a major impact on Russia’s war in Ukraine.
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How to Follow The New York Times’s 2026 Midterm Election Results and Coverage
Here’s how to follow our news coverage, with real-time results, visuals and analysis from more than 400 journalists.
Bollywood star’s video calling for fireworks-free Diwali sparks political row in India
The city’s civic body removed her clip while leaving similar appeals by other celebrities online, leading to questions over why she was singled out
Polls open in closely contested US midterm elections 2026
Democrats are eyeing historic gains in the US Congress that could change the trajectory of the country.
U.S. to mediate new round of Ukraine-Russia talks, Witkoff says
The envoy will also meet with European and NATO allies to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.
Election Day live updates with House and Senate control at stake
All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are on the ballot, while 36 states will be electing governors.
Alaska Senate candidates trade accusations ahead of election
Alaska Senate candidates trade accusations ahead of election
Death toll hits 29 after Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site, with 48 still missing
Russia launched 289 attack drones, 17 ballistic missiles and 59 cruise missiles across nine regions, President Zelenskyy said in an online post that noted the barrage coincided with U.S. elections.
Live fact check: Election Day 2026
Our partners at PolitiFact are fact-checking multiple competitive 2026 midterm races across the United States on Election Day.
Why some key races won't be decided on election night
Experts expect some politicians on Tuesday night to claim the 2026 elections are rigged, but here's why that's not the case — and why it may be a while before some races are called.
MICHAEL RUIZ: Idaho college massacre survivor says family moved 9 times as strangers followed them
University of Idaho massacre survivor Dylan Mortensen reveals she moved nine times and uses an alias to fight for privacy in the Bryan Kohberger case.
What to Expect on Election Night, and Trump’s $1 Million Voter Fraud Reward
Plus, “who’s going to believe me if I’m addicted to a wellness tonic?”
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Carney to Release Canada Immigration Levels Plan as Business Wants More Workers
Prime Minister Mark Carney is facing growing pressure from business groups to allow more immigration to address Canada’s labor needs, but the prospect of welcoming more migrants carries political risk for him.
What you need to know about zombie skin cells, according to dermatologists
Zombie skin cells, or senescent cells, can contribute to fine lines and loss of firmness. Dermatologists explain what causes them and how to treat them.
Supreme Court hears Catholic plea to participate in Colorado preschool program
The Supreme Court hears arguments over whether Catholic entities should be exempted from Colorado’s anti-discrimination rules for its taxpayer-funded preschool program.
Review: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is superb, streamlined and safe
Nintendo's new Ocarina of Time remake enshrines its place in the gaming canon for generations to come. But despite its stupendous production values, the game left me feeling oddly bereft.
Four types of House races to watch on election night to know how it might go
As polls close on Election Day and results start rolling in, these are some of the House races that will help explain how the midterms are unfolding.
We Can’t Predict What Will Happen on Election Day. But We’ll Be Here to Cover It.
The post We Can’t Predict What Will Happen on Election Day. But We’ll Be Here to Cover It. appeared first on ProPublica.
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Leaders in Asia Mull Life After Trump as US Poised for Midterm Vote
Officials across the region are beginning to envision a world with a new US president.