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US Midterms: 40 of 41 Data Center Measures Face Opposition
Voters in the 2026 US midterm elections opposed or backed limits on data center development in nearly every local ballot contest with results available. The issue also featured in major Democratic wins, as concerns about electricity costs, water use and jobs brought resistance to AI infrastructure into campaigns.
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Pete Hegseth Trouble: Trump Defends Him as Impeachment Looms
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces pressure from Republicans and a threatened impeachment vote after the GOP’s midterm losses, which President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance have linked to the Iran war. Trump says he intends to keep Hegseth, while the defense secretary has answered critics with a video defending his record.
Washington Farm Visit Builds Bond Through Baseball with Japanese Buyer
A visit to Colin Schultheis’ wheat farm in Washington brought Japanese buyer Takahiro Ishizuka together with the 10-year-old baseball fan for a game of catch. The exchange offered a personal connection during a trade team visit focused on how wheat is grown, harvested and shipped.
America got anti-data-center wave: Texas vote raises costs
Texas and other states could tighten data-center rules after election victories by Democrats who campaigned on restrictions. Goldman Sachs says states with Democratic control may account for 45% of planned U.S. data-center capacity, while Wells Fargo estimates that a 10% cut in Texas plans could reduce Big Tech’s AI infrastructure spending by 1.6%.
Vance says voters want end to Iran war after GOP losses
Vice President JD Vance said voters who left the Republican Party want the Iran war to end, with the cost of living and the relationship with Israel also among their concerns. His social media post followed Republican losses in the midterm elections and marked a public distinction from President Donald Trump’s approach to the conflict.
Democrats Flip Texas Senate Seat and Governorship in Historic Breakthrough
Democrats won Texas’s Senate race and governorship, ending a 32-year wait for a statewide victory and sharply weakening Republican dominance in the state. Ja...
Trump Dealt Crushing Midterm as Democrats Win Congress
Donald Trump’s Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress as Democrats swept key races in the midterm elections. The defeats included Senate wins in Texas and Michigan, while Gina Hinojosa unseated Texas Governor Greg Abbott. Trump said he would work with Democrats after the losses.
Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Georgia governor’s race
Keisha Lance Bottoms defeated Republican Rick Jackson to win Georgia’s governor’s race, flipping the office to Democrats for the first time in 24 years. Her victory makes her the state’s first woman and first Black governor, and the first Black woman elected governor anywhere in the United States. The campaign centered on affordability, economic issues and Jackson’s ties to President Donald Trump.
Bird flu kills resident after exposure at Washington dairy
A Yakima County resident in Washington state has died after contracting bird flu through exposure to infected cattle at a local dairy facility, public health officials said. The person had underlying medical conditions and was hospitalized with severe illness. Officials also confirmed a third human case in the county, while saying the risk to the general public remains low and monitoring close contacts.
FDA Recalls Macleods Blood Pressure Tablets After Quality Test Failure
The FDA classified a nationwide recall of two lots of blood pressure tablets made by Macleods Pharma USA as Class II after the pills failed dissolution testing. The recall covers 3,528 30-count bottles and 216 90-count bottles, with both lots set to expire May 31, 2027. Consumers can check the lot numbers and National Drug Codes on their prescription bottles.
Florida Learjet Crash Kills Tech Founder Adam Robinson and Family
Nine people died when a Learjet 60 traveling from Austin to the Bahamas crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida. The victims included tech entrepreneur Adam Robinson, his wife Helen Sharp, their two young children, a nanny, two friends and the two pilots. Investigators are examining whether ice, turbulence or human error contributed to the crash.
Former Intelligence Chiefs Warn Trump Could Challenge Midterm Results
WASHINGTON — The warnings from former U.S. intelligence leaders put the integrity of the midterm vote at the center of a political dispute, with Donald
More Than 50 Million Americans Have Voted Early in U.S. Midterms
More than 50.5 million Americans had cast early ballots by Saturday morning, nearly 5 million more than voted early in the entire 2022 midterm cycle.
G20 Family Photo Cancelled After European Objections
U.S. hosts cancelled the planned G20 foreign ministers’ group photo in Atlanta after European diplomats refused to appear alongside Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The decision came as Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged cooperation on global crises, while disagreements over Ukraine and Iran exposed divisions among members. Ukraine was not invited to the meeting, which is expected to conclude with a U.S.-drafted chair summary rather than a joint declaration.
South-west braces flooding stretch as storms threaten region
The south-west US faced another round of heavy showers and thunderstorms after days of rain triggered evacuations, water rescues and extensive damage across the Four Corners. A flood watch covered much of the region, while officials said floodwaters were receding but left mud, sewage contamination and power outages. New Mexico officials reported hundreds of rescues between Farmington and Bloomfield; no deaths had been reported in San Juan County.
Ken Griffin warns Paris riots show risks of socialism
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin said the unrest in Paris and other French cities should prompt young Americans to reconsider socialist policies. At a panel hosted by Citadel Securities, he compared Paris with Chicago in 2021 and 2022 and criticized Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker. Griffin also cited the riots as evidence that France’s social safety net has not prevented turmoil.
3 Minutes of Fear: Artemis II Commander Feared No Return
Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman said he feared his crew might not return to Earth when the spacecraft’s distance counter kept rising beyond its expected turn-back point. The number eventually began to fall, and the crew cheered. Wiseman later credited NASA’s Earth-based engineering and flight control teams for bringing them home safely.
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall to 194,000, Near 1969 Low
U.S. initial claims for unemployment benefits fell to 194,000 in the week ended October 17, near a level last reached in 1969. The four-week average also dropped to its lowest point since that year, while continuing claims rose. The figures suggest hiring may have picked up in October, though economists describe a labor market with both low hiring and low layoffs.
Airbnb hosts can longer require cleaning chores from guests
Airbnb is limiting the chores hosts can require from guests, including stripping beds and washing dishes. The policy applies to bookings made on or after November 20. Hosts can still set reasonable requests, but the company says tasks normally handled by a cleaner are off limits, with limited exceptions for separate contracts.
Boeing’s Largest 737 MAX Wins FAA Approval for Deliveries
The FAA has certified Boeing’s largest 737 MAX aircraft, clearing the way for deliveries to airlines. More than 30 customers have ordered 1,555 of the jets, which Boeing expects to begin delivering in 2027. The approval follows years of safety reviews and testing, while the aircraft’s passenger capacity could give airlines another option for carrying more people on a flight.
Hot dogs bacon sausage recalled over storage concerns
Kayem Foods recalled about 1,584,361 meat products after a warehouse cooler experienced temperature fluctuations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture classified the action as Class I, citing a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death. The products were shipped to retail and food service locations across the United States and Hong Kong. No illnesses have been reported, and customers should discard affected items or return them to the place of purchase.