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Putin commends Trump victory – as it happened

This blog is closing now, thanks for following along. You can find all of the latest US elections stories here .. Ten key takeaways from Trump’s win The key swing states and counties that ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Trump reportedly tells Putin to not escalate war in Ukraine; Rick Scott emerges as front-runner for Senate leader role – live

Trump told Russian president to not escalate war with Ukraine, Washington Post reports; multiple conservatives endorse the Florida senator as the next leader. Sweep of swing states rubs salt in ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

Republicans win the House, NBC News projects, as Trump's party takes full control of Washington

President-elect Trump now has a clear path to enact his agenda and fill out his administration with both the House and Senate in Republican hands come January.

The experts: Pest controllers on 17 simple, lasting ways to get rid of unwanted house guests

With infestations of rats, bedbugs and moths on the rise, there are things you can do to reclaim your home – from putting away dog food to building a slinky slide. With reported rises in the ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Omar clinches fourth term in Minnesota

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) sailed to victory on Tuesday in Minnesota’s 5th District, Decision Desk HQ projects, easily staving off a challenge from Republican Dalia Al-Aqidi, a former journalist, to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Deion's Buffs clinch bowl, but 'not all we're after'

Colorado secured bowl eligibility in Year 2 under Deion Sanders with a 34-23 home victory over Cincinnati that also sets the Buffaloes up to be a Big 12 contender.

Sports - ESPN - October 27

Badenoch is favourite, but will she clinch Tory leadership?

BBC political editor Chris Mason gives the run down on how the Tory Party leadership result could play out.

Trump addresses supporters before clinching victory

Former President Donald Trump addressed supporters from his election headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Trump flips Michigan, clinching key battleground state

President-elect Trump is projected to beat Vice President Harris in battleground Michigan, according to Decision Desk HQ, extending his Electoral College lead after clinching the presidency early ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Thune, Cornyn look to clinch top leadership spot with campaign blitz

Senate Republican Whip John Thune (S.D.) has crisscrossed the country this month to campaign with Senate GOP incumbents and challengers, hoping to lock down the votes he needs to put him over the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

England power past Samoa to clinch second successive series sweep

England 34-16 Samoa; hosts secure 2-0 series win George Williams leads from front in six-try success Mission accomplished for England in another thoroughly productive set of autumn ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

Trump wins Wisconsin, clinching victory with the critical Midwestern battleground

NBC News projects Trump defeated Harris in the "blue wall" state of Wisconsin, where he narrowly lost in 2020 after he flipped it in 2016.

After Trump victory, ‘DJT’ shares resume rally while Phunware slides

In a post on Truth Media, Donald Trump said he has no intention of selling his shares in the social-media platform.

Business - MarketWatch - November 8

England edge past West Indies to clinch T20 series

Liam Livingstone is dropped three times before taking England to a series-clinching three-wicket win over West Indies in the third T20.

‘I started crying’: emotional Jorge Martín clinches MotoGP world title

Spaniard wins by 10 points after third-place finish Francesco Bagnaia earns victory in Solidarity Grand Prix Prima Pramac Racing’s Jorge Martín was crowned the 2024 MotoGP world champion after ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Big Ten: Oregon has clinched spot in title game

The Big Ten confirmed Tuesday that the Ducks, in their inaugural season in the conference, have secured a berth in the championship game.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

Formula 1 returns to Las Vegas as Max Verstappen looks to clinch championship

The Red Bull racer could clinch the Formula 1 world championship Saturday night and join the elite club of four-time champions, alongside only Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel, ...

Warriors clinch NBA Cup Group C with Mavs' win over Nuggets

The Golden State Warriors officially have clinched the top spot in the NBA Cup Group C, securing a spot in the quarterfinals in early December.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 10 hours ago

NBA Cup continues! Mavs survive, Warriors clinch; Celtics, Bucks win

The NBA Cup action continued Friday with one team already clinching its quarterfinal spot.

Sports - ESPN - 14 hours ago

Steam Controller 2 And New VR Controller Both Reportedly In The Works At Valve

Valve is currently working on a sequel to the Steam Controller, along with a controller for its Deckard VR headset, according to spatial computing expert and unofficial Valve oracle Brad Lynch, ...

Tech - GameSpot - 2 days ago

Montana could decide control of Senate

Control of the Senate could come down to a race in Montana that pits a three-term Democrat against a rival Republican from out of state. Janet Shamlian takes a closer look at the closely-watched ...

The races that could decide control of Congress

The margins in the House and the Senate between Republicans and Democrats are razor-thin with a few key races likely to decide the balance of power for Congress. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill ...

GOP wins back control of the Senate

The chamber will play a huge role in not only legislative priorities next year, but also the incoming president’s ability to pick a Cabinet.

Politics - Politico - November 6

Republicans retake control of US Senate

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

Zheng Qinwen defeats wild card Sofia Kenin to win in Tokyo and clinch WTA Finals berth

Top-seeded Zheng Qinwen of China claimed the Toray Pan Pacific Open title with a 7-6 (5), 6-3 win over American wild card Sofia Kenin on Sunday

Sports - ABC News - October 27

Dodgers hold off Yankees for 3-0 World Series lead, can clinch title with win Tuesday night

Sports - ABC News - October 29

Dodgers hold off Yankees for 3-0 World Series lead, can clinch title with win Tuesday

Freddie Freeman homered for the third straight game and Walker Buehler pitched another World Series gem as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Yankees 4-2 for a 3-0 lead in the Fall Classic