Senate Republicans to vote for new leader for first time in 20 years

Andy Kim Wins in New Jersey to Become the First Korean American Senator

Mr. Kim, a Democrat, will take the seat previously held by Robert Menendez, who resigned after being convicted of taking bribes.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Japan Election: Governing Party Projected to Lose Majority

The Japanese electorate appeared to punish the Liberal Democrats, leaving it unclear whether the party would be forced to expand its coalition to stay in power.

World - The New York Times - October 27

Republican Jim Justice wins West Virginia Senate race, CBS News projects

Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice will win his state's Senate race, flipping the seat red, CBS News projects. Scott MacFarlane looks at other key races that could determine control of ...

CBS News projects Republicans win the House after already claiming Senate, White House

CBS News projects that Republicans will maintain a majority in the House of Representatives, claiming at least 218 seats, while some races remain undecided over a week after Election Day. Starting ...

UK inflation falls below 2% for first time since 2021 in boost to Rachel Reeves

Surprise annual drop to 1.7% in September raises chance of interest rate cuts, increasing budget leeway. UK inflation surprise opens up wriggle room for lower rates and less painful budget ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

UPS beat on revenue for the first time in 2 years, even as online sales slowed

UPS’s stock jumps toward a three-month high after earnings beat expectations, with revenue topping forecasts for the first time in nine quarters.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Washington Post says it will not endorse candidate for first time in 30 years

Newspaper condemned for ‘chicken-shit’ decision on White House race as staffers say they are ‘deeply concerned’. For the first time in over 30 years, the Washington Post announced on Friday its ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

Deion Sanders takes Colorado to bowl eligibility for first time in eight years

In the grand scheme of things, it's not all that hard to become bowl eligible in today's NCAA.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 27

For First Time in 87 Years, Volkswagen May Close 3 Plants in Germany

The automaker’s top employee representative told workers that management planned to shutter the factories to cut costs amid slumping sales.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

Brussels to free up billions of euros for defence and security from EU budget

Policy shift will allow the bloc’s capitals to redirect ‘cohesion funds’ amid Ukraine conflict and Trump victory

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Republicans retake control of US Senate

Republicans gain three seats, guaranteeing them at least 52 out of 100 in the new upper chamber.

FirstFT: Trump’s first appointment

Also in today’s newsletter, Fed cuts rates and Citi revamps wealth banker pay

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Europe’s unity at risk as sense of crisis grows

The EU needs investment to boost growth and competitiveness, but the debate over who pays has echoes of the financial crisis

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Republicans flip Pennsylvania Senate seat

Republican David McCormick is projected to defeat Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pa.) in one of the nation's preeminent battlegrounds, according to Decision Desk HQ, adding to the party's margins after it took ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 hours ago

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Hochul says New Yorkers who vote Republican are ‘anti-woman’ and ‘anti-American’

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said New Yorkers who vote Republican in the state’s tight congressional races are “anti-woman” and “anti-American.” “If you’re voting for these Republicans in New ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Watch maker Patek Philippe launches first new collection in 25 years

The new collection comes at a time when luxury watch prices have largely stabilized, fueled by strong demand.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Thune elected Senate majority leader

Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) has been elected Senate majority leader, setting the stage for him to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), who has held the top Senate GOP leadership job for the ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Barrasso becomes No. 2 Senate leader

Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) won the election to become Senate majority whip on Wednesday, cementing him as the No. 2 leader in the Republican conference for the foreseeable future. Barrasso was ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

More Republicans Appear to be Voting Early

Also, Israel said it killed a top Hezbollah leader. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

Andy Kim hopes for a 'new era' as N.J.'s first Asian American senator

Democratic Rep. Andy Kim has defeated challenger Curtis Bashaw after a historic New Jersey Senate race. The win makes Kim the state’s first Asian American senator.

New NATO Secretary General hosts defence ministers for first time

World - Yahoo News - October 17

Citizens-only ballot measures make newly naturalized American voters feel on edge

For newly naturalized Americans voting for the first time, such a milestone is being marred by state ballot measures critics say are based on false narratives about noncitizens voting in large ...

Israel says strike from Lebanon kills at least 5; new Hezbollah leader gives first public speech

Israeli officials say at least five people were killed when a projectile fired from Lebanon struck in northern Israel on Thursday. The attack came after Hezbollah's new leader, Naim Qassem, gave ...

The U.K. Conservative party's new leader is the first Black woman to lead a major British party

LONDON — Britain’s Conservative Party on Saturday elected Kemi Badenoch as its new leader as it tries to rebound from a crushing election defeat that ended 14 years in power.

Republican senator pushes back against KOSA 'lies'

Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) pushed back against tech companies' criticism of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), responding in a memo Monday to what she described as "lies" about the privacy ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Fischer's Senate fight in Nebraska leaves Republicans frustrated

Republicans are upset that the race to protect Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) in deep red Nebraska has gotten competitive, forcing the party to spend precious resources that could be used elsewhere in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

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