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Notable firsts that made history on Election Day
Tuesday brought a historic 2024 election in congressional races, as well as the one for the White House.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
8 women who made history in the 2024 election: ‘It’s humbling to win’
Although fewer women ran for Congress this year, female candidates notched historic wins across the U.S.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
History in the making: is the US finally about to elect its first female president?
Nail-biter of an election could result in Harris being the first female and first Asian American president. “This is monumental,” said 19-year-old Kai Carter as she stood in line behind the White ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Puerto Rico prepares for Election Day as a third-party candidate makes history
The two parties that have dominated Puerto Rican politics for decades are losing their grip as they face the stiffest competition yet from a younger generation fed up with the island’s corruption, ...World - ABC News - 3 days ago -
US election 2024 live: Donald Trump says ‘we made history’ as he closes in on victory with win in Pennsylvania
Latest results and reaction after Trump wins crucial swing states, leaving him just three delegates short of 270 needed. US election results 2024: live map and tracker Senate and House results ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Warriors make NBA history with two blowout victories to begin season, and the way they've done it is notable
Golden State defeated Portland and Utah by a combined 77 pointsSports - CBS Sports - October 26 -
5 candidates of color who made history on Tuesday
Vice President Harris fell short of making history as the first woman — and first woman of color — to ascend to the presidency on Tuesday, but multiple other candidates of color did seal their ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
What to expect when the first polls close on Election Day
NBC News’ Steve Kornacki breaks down what to expect when the polls start to close around the country and explains where Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are neck and ...Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Election Day 2024 live updates: Trump declares victory, claims 'powerful mandate'
Vice President Harris and former President Trump are awaiting the results of the presidential election, with the race remaining deadlocked and many pundits considering it a jump ball.Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Gustavsson scores first goalie goal in Wild history
Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson became just the 15th goaltender to score a goal in NHL history and the first in franchise history.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
How Klay made Mavericks history in triumphant debut vs. Spurs
Klay Thompson's Dallas Mavericks debut was a smashing success, full of viral moments and historic 3-point shooting.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25 -
How Warriors made NBA history with blazing two-game start
The Golden State Warriors set several NBA and franchise records with a second straight blowout win to begin the 2024-25 NBA season on Friday night against the Utah Jazz.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 26 -
Freddie Freeman’s Grand Slam Changed the Game and Made World Series History
The first walk-off grand slam in World Series history delivered a 6-3 extra-inning Dodgers victory over the Yankees.Sports - The New York Times - October 27 -
This Player Made Premier League History, but for All the Wrong Reasons
Harry Clarke scored an own goal, gave away a penalty and was sent off for Ipswich Town on his first full game for the team on Saturday.Sports - The New York Times - October 27 -
Teens who made history with math discovery publish paper with new proofs
Students who made math history when they were in high school have now published new ways of proving the Pythagorean Theorem using trigonometry.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
US election live: Trump holds rally in Atlanta after Georgia sees record first day of early voting
More than 250,000 voters cast ballots on day one of in-person early voting. Don’t miss important election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts Joe Biden is in his home ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Bitcoin rises 3% after topping $73,000 for the first time since March
Bitcoin has struggled to reclaim the $70,000 level this year after reaching a record of $73,797.68 in March.Business - CNBC - October 29 -
First Satellite Made of Wood Is Launched Into Space
Scientists in Japan constructed the first satellite made of wood by blending age-old woodworking techniques with rocket science.Science - The New York Times - Yesterday -
America’s gender-gap election has a long history
The question of whether the US can stomach a woman as president remains openWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
WATCH: Filip Gustavsson scores first goalie goal in Minnesota Wild history
The Wild net minder put the finishing touch on a special win over the St. Louis BluesSports - CBS Sports - October 16 -
Global water cycle off balance for 'first time in human history': Report
The world’s water cycle is out of balance ”for the first time in human history,” according to a new report. The Global Commission on the Economics of Water, which is made up of global experts, ...Politics - The Hill - October 17 -
New York Liberty win their first WNBA championship in franchise history
The New York Liberty won their first WNBA championship Sunday, defeating the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in an overtime thriller to win the series in five games.Top stories - NBC News - October 21 -
US election live: Kamala Harris says ‘do not despair’ in concession speech; Republicans outline ‘first 100 days’ of Trump presidency
Vice-president calls on supporters to accept election result, promises ‘peaceful transfer of power’; Trump campaign says Biden has invited president-elect. US election results 2024: live map and ...World - The Guardian - 18 hours ago -
"Mornings Memory": Meet the 90-year-old baking champion who made history
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back to the year 2000, when 90-year-old Gladys Jeffries became a county fair sensation, winning more baking ribbons than anyone could count.Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Eagles defying NFL history with first-quarter ineptitude; only team scoreless in first 15 minutes this season
The Eagles are defying the odds in 2024Sports - CBS Sports - October 28 -
First Elon Musk changed Twitter to X — then he made it a MAGA haven
As Musk has quickly become one of Donald Trump’s biggest supporters, he has transformed X into a MAGA mouthpiece.Top stories - NBC News - October 31 -
Sprinting to Election Day, in Spanish
A team of editors and translators help communicate election coverage to Spanish-speaking readers, which comes with its own set of unique challenges.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
A Guide to Election Day
A guide to what could happen, the stakes for companies and the economy, and how business leaders are preparing for the result — including potential unrest.Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
These are the counties to watch on Election Day
All eyes are turning to seven critical battleground states Tuesday that will determine whether former President Trump or Vice President Harris takes the White House. Within those states, different ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
The U.S. election need not be scary. History shows this is the way to trade it, says Citi.
The S&P 500 looks well set for the rest of 2024, but there’s also a way to gain from short-term volatilityBusiness - MarketWatch - 6 days ago -
What the stock market typically does after the U.S. election, according to history
Stocks typically rise after a presidential election, but investors need to be prepared for some short-term choppiness first, history shows.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
How to survive yet another ‘most important election in history’
How might we survive this election without succumbing to alienation, loneliness and despair?Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Election history: 2 Black women projected to serve in the Senate at the same time
Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester and Angela Alsobrooks are projected to win. It will mark the first time two Black women will serve in the Senate.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
State of 2024 race with 1 day to Election Day
With Election Day hours away, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are making their final push in a race that voters will likely decide in a few key battleground states. ...Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago
