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- Record Midterm Spending: Republicans Outspend Democrats Yet Lose Seven Seats
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In 2026, Republicans spent 60% more than Democrats yet lost seven seats. Democrats won both chambers amid record Latino turnout and data‑centre opposition.
- Voters Reject Data‑Center Development in 40 of 41 Midterm Ballot Measures
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In the midterm election, voters rejected data‑center development in 40 of 41 ballot measures, with only Harwood, North Dakota, approving a review requirement.
- BJP Responds to TMC MP’s Claims of Attack on His Home
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TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee alleges BJP workers attacked his home at 2 a.m., blaming police and judiciary; BJP denies the claim.
- Houston Mayor Orders Police to Reduce ICE Collaboration After Democratic Upset
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire orders city police to limit cooperation with ICE following Democrats’ takeover of Texas, sparking potential clash with state.
- Paraguay Swears in Vice President Pedro Alliana After Santiago Peña’s Impeachment
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Pedro Alliana, 52, sworn in as Paraguay's 53rd president after Senator vote removed former President Santiago Peña amid Ueno Bank collapse.
- Shah Urges BJP to Secure 65 of 70 Seats in Uttarakhand Elections
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Home Minister Amit Shah urges BJP workers to win 65 of 70 Uttarakhand seats, launching 62 development projects worth Rs 1,475.31 crore.
- Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Rajiv Ranjan Singh Over Voter‑ID‑Based Welfare Claims
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Rahul Gandhi slammed Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh for proposing a shift from Aadhaar to voter IDs for welfare schemes, claiming it threatens citizens'…
- New Zealand Voters Head to Polls on Final Election Day
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On the final day, over half of New Zealand’s electorate voted early. 19‑hour blackout, polls open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., National vs Labour race.
- SHW Partners Lists Eight Calls Between White House and India in May‑June 2025
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American lobbying firm SHW Partners LLC, led by former Trump aide Jason Miller, filed under the U.S. Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) that it…
- More Than Two Dozen Democrats Discuss 2028 Presidential Campaigns, Says Former Obama Campaign Leader
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Jim Messina, who ran Barack Obama’s 2012 re‑election campaign, told the BBC’s Americast podcast that over two dozen Democratic campaigns are actively…
- Trump Names Stephen Miller as White House Chief of Staff
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Donald Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles, who will move to the Trump Political Operation.
- DMK Secretary Duraimurugan Defends Granddaughter’s Hindu Wedding Rituals
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DMK general secretary Duraimurugan said on Friday that his granddaughter’s wedding, which included traditional Hindu rituals, was conducted at her…
- NC Leaders Meet Rebel MLAs, Agree on Committees Amid Unresolved Demands
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At Farooq Abdullah’s home, NC president and CM Omar Abdullah met 15 rebel MLAs, forming committees while demands for ministerial changes remain unresolved.
- BJP MP Calls for Reclaiming Noakhali, Chittagong Port and Sylhet
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BJP MP Nishikant Dubey demands reclaiming Noakhali, Chittagong Port and Sylhet from Bangladesh, blaming Nehru and citing Tripura king's opposition.
- Congress Launches Investigations into Trump Era and Tech Billionaires Amid Midterm Losses
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After the Republican Party’s loss in the midterm elections, Democratic lawmakers have announced a series of congressional investigations into activities…
- BJP to Host Havan for LK Advani’s 99th Birthday, PM Modi Expected to Attend
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BJP will hold a havan at its headquarters for LK Advani’s 99th birthday; PM Modi is expected to attend along with senior leaders.
- White House Tech Panel Meeting Postponed Amid Market Turmoil
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Trump administration postpones White House tech panel meeting after tech shares fell, citing market volatility and AI development concerns.
- Paraguay President Seeks 72‑Hour Extension for Impeachment Defence
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President Santiago Peña requests a 72‑hour extension to prepare his impeachment defence after receiving a 15‑page indictment and 300‑page appendices.
- Assam CM Warns of Threat to Family Over Zubeen Garg Case
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says a group led by MLA threatens to besiege his house over the Zubeen Garg death case, calling it a potential murder attempt.
- Black Bloc Protesters: Anarchist Tactics and European Impact
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Anarchist Black Bloc activists, dressed in black, clash with police across Europe, causing property damage and sparking debate over their violent tactics.
- Michigan Elects First Muslim U.S. Senator, Abdul El‑Sayed
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Abdul El‑Sayed, a physician and former Detroit health director, wins Michigan’s Senate seat, becoming the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate.
- NCP Working President Praful Patel Visits Sharad Pawar at Breach Candy Hospital to Check on His Health
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The 85‑year‑old NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar is receiving treatment at Breach Candy Hospital in South Mumbai for a chest and respiratory infection, and…
- Najib Razak to Move to House Arrest After Party Pays $12.3 Million Fine
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Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak will leave prison for house arrest after his party paid a 50 million ringgit ($12.3 million) fine on Nov 6, 2026.
- National Capital Planning Commission Approves Trump‑Proposed Memorial Arch Amid Ongoing Legal Challenges
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NCPAC approved Trump’s 76‑metre memorial arch 8‑4, but three lawsuits and a judge’s order still challenge the project.
- Kansas Democrat Adam Hamilton Wins Senate Seat, Sets Focus on Kansas Interests
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Adam Hamilton, a Democrat, defeats incumbent Roger Marshall to become Kansas’ first Democrat senator in 94 years, focusing on Kansas interests.
- Republican Wins Texas 32nd District Amid Redistricting and Blue Wave
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Republican Jace Yarbrough defeats Democrat Dan Barrios in Texas’s 32nd district, the only GOP flip after redistricting that favored Republicans.
- Democratic Control Raises Doubts Over CLARITY Act’s Future
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After Democrats took both chambers, the CLARITY Act faces setbacks. JPMorgan CEO opposes yield‑paying stablecoins, and industry hopes for a revised bill.
- UK Government Urges Firms to Post Salary Details in Job Ads Ahead of New Legislation
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UK government urges firms to post salary details in job adverts now, ahead of new mandatory legislation, to help job seekers and curb pay discrimination.
- Prince Andrew Earned Up to £2,000 Monthly from Sub‑Leasing Royal Lodge Cottages
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PAC found Prince Andrew earned up to £2,000 a month by sub‑letting three cottages at Royal Lodge, without paying rent himself.
- Trump Accuses Democrats of Causing Market Sell‑Off After Midterm Wins
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After Democrats won U.S. midterms, Trump blamed them for a sharp market sell‑off, citing 401(k) losses and AI stock declines.