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Americans voted on November 3, 2026, in midterm elections deciding control of Congress, with 35 Senate seats, all 435 House seats, and 36 governorships contested. Democrats need a net gain of four Senate seats and at least 218 House seats to reclaim both chambers.
Champions League fixtures on Nov. 3, 2026 include Shakhtar Donetsk vs. Sporting CP and Galatasaray vs. VfB Stuttgart, with live streams available via OregonLive. Stuttgart issued an apology for posting a photo of a speaker system before their tie, per The Athletic.
Scientists discovered fossilised red blood cells and traces of heme in the hind leg bones of a 115-million-year-old Aratasaurus dinosaur from Brazil. This marks the first identification of the organic compound that enables oxygen transport in dinosaur blood.
Parents of Bowen Wan sued OpenAI after she allegedly followed a ChatGPT-provided tapering schedule for anti-seizure medication and died of a seizure. Separately, a study estimated 75% of NFL players who died over a 15-year span had CTE, and Cambridge scientist Marta Shahbazi was.
A high-speed train collision in Spain killed 69 people, including citizens from the US, Japan, Australia, and other countries. The Spanish transport minister resigned following the disaster.
Alaska Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan said he will accept election results despite an alleged ballot-stacking scheme by Democrat Mary Peltola's aides, while Virginia localities reported live results on Nov. 3, 2026.
Judge Myoung J. Joun dismissed the Trump administration's lawsuit seeking individual Harvard applicant records on procedural grounds, finding the Justice Department failed to show it sought voluntary compliance before filing. The ruling did not address the case's merits.
A Wizz Air flight from London made an emergency landing in Budapest with a Hungarian fighter jet escort after a bomb threat. Meanwhile, a Russian Su-57 fighter jet reportedly exploded at an airfield, according to Ukraine.
A Guardian Essential poll shows only 9% of Australians have high interest in the Melbourne Cup, down from 18% in 2025, while over two-thirds report low or zero interest. Meanwhile, the race was won by Point of Law, a former horse of King Charles III.
Elon Musk reduced Grok Bot usage limits due to 'unsustainably high' costs, despite calling it the fastest-growing product he has ever seen. The throttling follows rapid user growth that strained operational expenses.
Colorado flood evacuees faced another storm before recovery began, while Delhi authorities razed hundreds of homes in a central neighborhood near a historic mosque, saying they sat on government land.
Russian forces bombed an aid distribution centre and neighbouring shelter in Komyshuvakha, Zaporizhzhia region, killing at least 26 people, including two rescue workers and four police officers, Ukrainian officials said. BBC News reported at least nine 3,000kg aerial bombs.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to force California to segregate and not count 20,000 ballots from alleged non-citizens, upholding lower court decisions. The ruling ends the Justice Department's 48-hour ultimatum that threatened legal.
FIFA has told its Council members they can view some documents tied to Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, BBC News reports.
A shooting outside the Magic City Classic in Birmingham, Alabama, killed one and injured eight, while Michigan gubernatorial candidate Abdul El-Sayed aired a new ad during a Wolverines game.
The dismissal came after the DOJ argued the case hampered a corruption probe into the Biden family. The decision could impact future scrutiny of FBI conduct in politically sensitive investigations and public trust in the justice system.
His absence could shift Senate dynamics on key votes. Murphy's absence could shift Senate dynamics on key votes, especially with a narrow majority and upcoming legislative battles.
In Texas, Ken Paxton has overtaken James Talarico in recent polls as the Senate race enters its final days, while in Michigan, Democrat Haley Stevens has endorsed the Republican candidate, causing a party rift.
Suspected cyber-attacks raised freezer temperatures to 50C (122F) overnight at supermarket chains in Sweden, Belgium and Luxembourg, including six Coop stores in Sweden. This follows a similar attack on French stores that caused millions of euros in food losses.
Karl Bushby crossed the Humber Bridge on Monday, finishing a 31,000-mile, 28-year walk from Hull back to Hull. The British adventurer overcame jungles, deserts, and visa red tape during his round-the-world trek.
The team also faces Racing de Santander in La Liga, with lineup and viewing details available. This blackout threatens Real Madrid's lucrative Chinese market and could set a precedent for how clubs manage player conduct in global media.
Heidi Klum arrived at her annual New York Halloween party as a giant severed hand, complete with gory prosthetics, while husband Tom Kaulitz skipped the event. BBC and NYT covered the reveal, and Maya Jama attended as Mo Farah.
Travis Scott's Cactus Jack collaborates with Rockstar Games and Nike on three Air Force 1 colorways for GTA 6, releasing November 2026. Meanwhile, Ukraine's Air Force reports a hacked air raid app that sent false radiation alerts, urging public calm.
The 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix features Kimi Antonelli aiming to seal the Formula 1 title, while a fan plan to vote Lance Stroll as Driver of the Day faces potential blocking by F1 officials.
Former chancellor Rachel Reeves argued the UK's future is inside the EU, stating Brexit made Britain 'poorer, weaker and less secure', and welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham's leadership. Reeves has also outlined an agenda for Burnham's government focusing on Brexit.
Director Michael Mann, 83, accidentally shot himself in the leg at The Range LA in Los Angeles. He was taken to the hospital with a superficial injury after a weapon discharged while holstered.
The IOPC is investigating the Met Police's failure to forward a 2019 letter containing allegations about Thomas Markle to overseas authorities. The letter, written by Markle's ex-wife, relates to claims of child sexual abuse in the Philippines, which Markle denies.
Ciara Mageean, European champion in the 1500m and two-time Irish Olympian, has died at age 34. Tributes have been paid by fellow athletes and Irish officials.
England men narrowly beat Papua New Guinea 34-12 but likely face World Cup exit due to insufficient margin. Australia women scored 21 tries against Wales, setting a new tournament record with a century of points.
