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Health news

US measles cases exceed 5,000, hitting a 35-year high in 2026

The United States has recorded more than 5,000 measles cases so far this year, the highest annual figure in 35 years, according to official data released on Friday.

6 November 2026

USA

Trump appoints immigration hardliner Miller as new chief of staff

Miller, one of the driving forces behind US president Donald Trump's mass deportation policy, is set to succeed Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff next week.

6 November 2026

Business

Elon Musk's Tesla to 'wind down' Cybertruck production next year

Musk said the decision was taken in order to make room for increased production of its Cybercab robotaxi. The move comes after years of weaker-than-expected sales for the futuristic electric pickup.

6 November 2026

USA

Meghan Markle's father arrested over child sex abuse images

Markle Sr's arrest follows an investigation launched after his son, Thomas Markle Jr, reportedly discovered boxes containing hundreds or potentially thousands of images at his father's former home in the Philippines.

6 November 2026

Tech News

Data centre backlash: Which AI companies were hit by US midterms?

OpenAI has gone on a charm offensive, while semiconductor companies worldwide have seen their stocks plunge.

6 November 2026

Tech News

Parents sue Google after 13-year-old allegedly used AI to plan suicide

The case raises further concerns about AI safety for children as tech companies face more lawsuits over their technology.

6 November 2026

Tech News

Big Tech and green groups discuss the future of data centres in the US

As artificial intelligence drives demand for more data centres, some of the world's biggest technology companies are joining forces with environmental groups to address concerns over their impact on local communities in the United States.

6 November 2026

USA

Judge blocks construction of Trump's massive 'triumphal arch'

Trump has said the structure would be turned into a "top grade military complex" housing drones, snipers and ammunition.

6 November 2026

Tech News

Google, Meta and TikTok sue California to block kids social media law

The Big Tech companies have filed separate lawsuits to block a California law aimed at protecting children under-16 from harmful social media features such as endless scrolling and addictive feeds, which goes into force 1 January 2027.

6 November 2026

Europe Today

'Biggest wave' in 50 years, says US political analyst Bruce Stokes

"We have a long saying in the United States: it's the economy, stupid." Stefan Grobe speaks to Bruce Stokes, a Senior Fellow at the German Marshall Fund, on the recent US midterm election results.

6 November 2026

Lifestyle

'Extraordinary ordinary': Met Gala announces surprising new theme

The 2027 Met Gala will celebrate the potential of everyday objects and materials, from jeans and T-shirts to paper and plastic. The accompanying exhibition next spring will explore how designers transform ordinary items into works of art.

5 November 2026

USA

‘It would destroy the Democrat Party’: Trump dismisses impeachment threat

US President Donald Trump has warned that impeaching him would damage the Democratic Party, after Republicans suffered major losses in the midterm elections.

5 November 2026

Climate

'America has spoken': US lawmakers to attend UN COP31 climate talks

Delegation members plan to "explore opportunities for renewed US engagement on climate, energy, and economic policy" at the UN summit.

5 November 2026

Europe Today

'Tremendous growth' in AI to continue, says wealth manager

Xavier Volatier, head of Transatlantic Private Wealth, speaks to our Stefan Grobe on the effects of the US mid-terms' result on the global markets.

5 November 2026

Europe Today

Change in Texas may 'shape the US presidential election', says analyst

Eric Ham, US political analyst, said that US Democrats believe that many African-American, Latino and young voters are again "up for grabs" after they gave their support for Trump in past presidential elections.

5 November 2026

USA

US first lady to host Ukrainian and Russian officials at White House

On Wednesday, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the first lady a national honour for her role in brokering a partial ceasefire that allowed the evacuation of civilians from a Russian-occupied town.

5 November 2026

Climate

US midterms: Could Democrats reverse Trump’s anti-climate agenda?

“While climate was rarely on the ballot by name, Trump’s anti-climate policies shaped the outcome.”

4 November 2026

Tech News

What do the US midterm results mean for AI data centres?

Republican backer Elon Musk posted "data centers in space looking pretty appealing right now" as Democrats win control of US Congress.

4 November 2026

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US midterm elections: Cheers erupt as Talarico's Texas victory is projected

Supporters erupted in celebration in Austin as Democrat James Talarico was projected to win a US Senate seat in Texas, a state where his party has not won a Senate election since 1988.

4 November 2026

USA

Historic leadership firsts for minorities across US in midterm vote

The first Black female governor, the first openly gay male senator and the first female Native American governor all won groundbreaking elections in the vote that racked up resounding wins for Democrats.

4 November 2026

USA

Democrats win control of US Congress in midterm rebuke of Trump

The results reflected deep anger over living costs, tariffs and Trump's war against Iran, which has sent fuel prices soaring and compounded dissatisfaction with an already deeply unpopular president.

4 November 2026

USA

US midterm elections: Democrats take US Congress in rejection of Trump

Millions of Americans have cast their votes to elect representatives in the US Senate and the US House of Representatives.

4 November 2026

USA

Trump says US will end military aid to Israel as US midterms begin

Trump tied the decision to criticism from left wing politicians, while US forces struck Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz.

3 November 2026

USA

The races that will decide America's midterms

Democrats look all but certain to take the US House. The real fight is for the Senate, where a handful of races in states Republicans never expected to defend will decide who controls Washington.

3 November 2026

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Americans head to the polls for US midterm elections

Voters cast their ballots in Fairfax, Virginia, and New York as Americans head to the polls in midterm elections that will determine control of Congress for the final two years of President Donald Trump’s term.

3 November 2026

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Flash floods devastate US Southwest, sweeping away homes and cars

Flash floods sweep across the United States Southwest, destroying homes, stranding residents and forcing hundreds to evacuate.

3 November 2026