US midterm elections 2026: Key races to watch, issues and what is at stake for Trump and Republicans

Voters will decide control of the House and Senate, 39 governorships and thousands of state and local contests. The results will shape President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda and influence national and local policies, with the economy, Iran conflict, immigration and artificial intelligence among the key issues. (AFP)

The 2026 US midterm elections will play a crucial role in determining the balance of power in Washington, with all 435 seats in the House of Representatives, 35 Senate seats and 39 governorships up for grabs. The results will shape the political landscape for the final two years of President Donald Trump’s second term and … Read more

US midterms weather alert: Thunderstorms, heavy rains and flood risks raise voting concerns in six states – tornado watch issued

Water rises on the Florida River after a series of storms on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, in Durango, Colo. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull) (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

A powerful storm system is threatening to disrupt voting in parts of the United States as millions of Americans prepare to cast their ballots in Tuesday’s 2026 midterm elections. Severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding have placed several regions under weather alerts, raising concerns about travel conditions and access to polling stations. Water … Read more

Mike Johnson surprises crowd at Iowa rally with hilarious Trump impression | Watch

Mike Johnson did a short impression of President Donald Trump. (Bloomberg)

House Speaker Mike Johnson surprised the crowd at a rally in Iowa on Sunday when he suddenly imitated President Donald Trump. Johnson joked about Trump’s habit of calling him at 1am and 5am, and even copied the president’s voice while talking about their phone conversations. Trump was standing right behind him as Johnson gave the … Read more

Texas Democrat James Talarico makes masala dosa in Irving during midterms campaign – watch

Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate from Texas James Talarico showed his dosa making skills during the campaign, in Irving. (REUTERS)

Texas Democrat James Talarico went viral for making masala dosas in Irving, during his Senatorial campaign on October 29. Talarico will face Ken Paxton in the November 3 midterm elections, in a closely watched contest. Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate from Texas James Talarico showed his dosa making skills during the campaign, in Irving. (REUTERS) … Read more

US Fed meeting October 2026: Date, timing, expectations and where to watch Kevin Warsh-led FOMC interest rate decision

The FOMC is expected to leave interest rates unchanged, with markets assigning less than a 10% chance of an increase. (via REUTERS)

The United States Federal Reserve commenced its two-day Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) session on Tuesday, October 27, concluding on Wednesday, October 28, during which policymakers will announce their interest rate determination. The FOMC is expected to leave interest rates unchanged, with markets assigning less than a 10% chance of an increase. (via REUTERS) Although … Read more

You are a liar: Mike Waltz, Cubas Foreign Minister trade explosive barbs at UN | Watch

Mike Waltz criticized Cuba’s government during a UN address as Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla challenged his remarks and the meeting’s procedure. (Getty Images via AFP)

US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz found himself in a heated exchange with Cuban Foreign Affairs Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla on Tuesday, when Parrilla walked up to Waltz’s podium during his remarks and accused him of dishonesty. Mike Waltz criticized Cuba’s government during a UN address as Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla challenged … Read more

Hayward fire: Vehicle blaze shuts blocks Right and Center Lanes on Southbound I-880; watch scary videos from California

California Highway Patrol confirms electric semi-truck fire near Hayward slowing the traffic on Interstate 880. (Representational) (Unsplash)

A vehicle caught fire on southbound Interstate 880 in Hayward, California, on October 27. Fox News reported that the vehicle was a Tesla semi-truck. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) said the incident occurred shortly before 6 pm, which caused major traffic delays along one of the Bay Area’s busiest freeways. California Highway Patrol confirms electric … Read more

Toledo, Ohio chemical leak leads to reduced visibility on roadways, shocking videos emerge | Watch

Toledo, Ohio chemical leak leads to reduced visibility on roadways, shocking videos emerge (Pexel - representational image)

Shocking videos have surfaced after a chemical leak in Toledo, Ohio, reduced visibility on the streets. Residents in the northern part of the city were urged to evacuate after a chemical release occurred at a facility Tuesday night, October 20. Toledo, Ohio chemical leak leads to reduced visibility on roadways, shocking videos emerge (Pexel – … Read more

Should you watch a tiger mauling a man – or a live-streamed execution? We asked an ethicist

Should you watch a tiger mauling a man – or a live-streamed execution? We asked an ethicist

Perth, It has never been easier for us to access images of people being harmed, maimed and killed. Two recent cases have focused on very different, prominent stories of sharing graphic footage of deaths. Should you watch a tiger mauling a man – or a live-streamed execution? We asked an ethicist Footage has been widely … Read more

Las Vegas flooding update: NWS issues flood watch as Tropical Storm Rachel brings record rainfall

Las Vegas recorded 1.08 inches of rain by Sunday morning, breaking its daily rainfall record, (Unsplash/ Representative image)

vegas broke its daily rainfall record on Sunday, October 11, after receiving more than an inch of rain as Tropical Storm Rachel brought heavy showers and thunderstorms to the area. The downpour also led to a flash flood warning. Las Vegas recorded 1.08 inches of rain by Sunday morning, breaking its daily rainfall record, (Unsplash/ … Read more