Here are 8 NYS lawmaker races to watch
There are a handful of contested races for seats in the state Senate and Assembly worth watching, including in southern Brooklyn which has trended red in recent years.
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How AI giants could raise the cost of borrowing in Europe
France, Germany and Italy face a volatile bond market as war inflation bites. With US tech giants now issuing billions in AI bonds, they are competing with cash-strapped European governments.
MI5 will not face contempt of court charges despite admitting its evidence was a lie
Three senior judges say a contempt case would be too complex for the court to manage.
US voters head to polls for midterm elections set to define remainder of Trump's term
The crucial midterms will determine how much power President Donald Trump has to make changes in the last two years of his term.
Trump calls Iran conflict a ‘soft war,’ insists US holds the cards ahead of midterm elections
The president sought to reassure voters on the eve of Election Day as gas prices and the $47B cost weigh on Republicans.
Five Things I’m Watching for in Tuesday’s Midterms
The political winds are blowing in Democrats’ direction. The question is: How strong are they?
Ken Burns: Why I’m Optimistic About the Midterms
There’s something fundamental at stake in the midterms this year, beyond policy differences.
‘Mayday, mayday.’ A flight from Texas to the Bahamas ended in tragedy. What investigators are examining
"Your vote is your voice": A look at why voting matters
Why is it important to vote even if the president isn't on the ballot? House and Senate control, governor's mansions, ballot questions and more that will be determined by the 2026 midterm elections.
NBC News Exit Poll: How it works and how we use the results on election night
Before votes are tallied on election night, exit polls offer an early look at who is voting and what is motivating their choices.
Helicopters collide near Mount Everest, killing 1, Nepal Police say
The helicopters were attempting to land at a helipad in the Solukhumbu district.
UK also affected by cyber-attack which hit European supermarket fridges
Supermarkets in countries including Ireland, Sweden and Belgium reported fridges being hiked in temperature on Monday.
Here's when polls open and close for 2026 midterm elections today
If you are in line to cast your ballot before a polling site closes, you have the right to remain in line and vote.
It’s a go-to luxury bag across the globe. Yet few know where in the world it’s made
Woman allegedly raped by illegal migrant after Clinton-appointed federal judge ordered his release
An illegal alien who was released from immigration custody by a Clinton-appointed federal judge in August has been charged with allegedly raping a woman inside her own Minnesota home two months later, federal immigration authorities told Fox News.
Mahmood refuses to detail cost of revised settlement plans
The home secretary says the full cost of dropping plans to extend the wait for settlement will be laid out in future.
Here's what the U.S. is voting on today for the 2026 midterm elections
All 435 seats in the House of Representatives are on the ballot, while voters in 35 states will choose senators and 36 will choose governors.
Under-fire Poundland owner Gordon Brothers defends stewardship
Poundland's controlling shareholder has told the government it stands by its stewardship record even as it faces mounting pressure over the crisis which has left the discount retailer on the brink of administration.
West Ham sack head coach Nuno after 14 months
West Ham United sack head coach Nuno Espirito Santo and are said to be in talks with Scott Parker as his replacement.
NYC Marathon runner Rachel Apa dies after collapsing in Central Park two miles from finish line
A New York City marathon runner died after collapsing in Central Park two miles from the finish line.
Spanish footballer dies after collision with goalkeeper during match
Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel has died after the 30-year-old suffered a serious injury during a Spanish second-division match.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to make surprise Berlin visit this Tuesday, Merz says
Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the Ukrainian president is due to arrive in Germany around midday amid a renewed push for peace talks with Moscow.
When will we know the US midterms results?
Once polls close, it is possible the results will not be projected for several hours, days or even weeks
How to follow the US midterm elections on the BBC
Whether you plan to follow the US midterms on TV, radio or online, the BBC has you covered.
Do Ferrari need rules of engagement? F1 Q&A
BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Saudi Aramco Profit Jumps Despite Damaging Attacks on Pipelines and Refineries
Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil company posted a 9 percent increase in third-quarter profit on Tuesday.
Jimmy Kimmel Mocks the President’s ‘Pettysburg Address’
“And where better to reassure the public that they are in good hands than in front of a pool you’ve repeatedly botched to the tune of $16 million?” Kimmel said of Trump’s speech before the midterms.
Germany news: Ukraine in focus at Berlin Security Conference
A security conference in the German capital is to examine ways of defending against threats from Russia. The justice minister has put forward a bill that would raise penalties for sexual offenses. DW has more.
NFL star Joe Mixon ‘devastated’ after learning he flew on doomed Learjet with same pilots weeks before deadly crash
NFL star Joe Mixon honored the nine victims of a Florida Learjet crash after realizing he flew on the same plane with its pilots weeks earlier.
Job satisfaction hits record low as men drive drop in people wanting full-time work
Men are driving a fall in appetite for full-time work, while job satisfaction has dropped to an all-time low, new research shows.
Midterm elections live updates: Voters heading to polls today for midterms
There are key House and Senate races that could determine control of Congress.
Haley Stevens says decision to withdraw support for El-Sayed ‘was not made for me by anyone else’
Stevens said fellow Democrats' rush to condemn her for her decision "reveals something deeply troubling about what is missing in today’s Democratic Party."
India news: Cyclone Murasu wreaks havoc after landfall
Cyclone Murasu made landfall in Andhra Pradesh, leaving a trail of destruction. Weather agencies have warned of heavy rainfall in the next 12 hours. Follow DW for more.
Latin America’s Swing to the Right Was Never About Trump
The Trump administration has profoundly misread Latin America’s political winds.
North Korea denies role in record Binance hack, calls US charge 'provocation'
Kim Yo Jong dismissed FBI claims that North Korean hackers stole more than $6 billion from Binance, as the exchange began reopening withdrawals on more networks.
NY child dies of measles, marking state’s first death from the disease in 30 years
The measles death marks the first in the Empire State in over 30 years, and comes just four weeks after Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a State Disaster Emergency in response to a surge in cases.
Russian drone attacks turn the Black Sea into the world’s deadliest waterway
Subway surfing NYC teen in critical condition after falling onto train tracks: cops
The 14-year-old was riding atop a northbound train on the J/M lines when he tumbled off the train car's roof as it pulled into the Hewes Street station in Williamsburg around 3:40 p.m., police said.
U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island in What U.S. Officials Call a Defensive Measure
The action was limited, the officials said, with no immediate plans to escalate. The strikes come on the eve of the midterm elections.
U.S. Military Strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island in What U.S. Officials Call a Defensive Measure
The action was limited, the officials said, with no immediate plans to escalate. The strikes come on the eve of the midterm elections.
Josh Turek pitches "generational change" in tight Iowa Senate race
In Iowa's crucial Senate race, Democrat Josh Turek pitched his campaign as an opportunity for a "generational change."
US carries out defensive airstrikes on Iran's Qeshm Island: Officials
Monday's U.S. airstrikes on Qeshm Island were in response to an Iranian attack on a U.S. aircraft, said one official.
New York congressional candidate Blake Gendebien talks about the cost of living ahead of midterms
Vice President JD Vance was in Rome, New York, on Monday campaigning on behalf of Republican congressional candidate Anthony Constantino in the state's 21st district. Democrat Blake Gendebien is challenging Constantino for Trump ally Elise Stefanik's seat. Gendebien joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
US carries out 'limited strikes' on Qeshm Island in Iran
The US military has carried out "limited strikes" on Qeshm Island in Iran - hours before the midterms are due to take place.
U.S. launches defensive strikes at Iranian targets
The U.S. military launched strikes at Iran after Iran fired at a U.S. aircraft, a senior U.S. official told CBS News.
Coast Guard detains cruise ship in Miami, officials say
The MSC Poesia cruise ship is currently detained with passengers on board at the Port of Miami, and its itinerary is currently on hold, Coast Guard officials tell CBS News.
ICE planning to deport Afghans through Pakistan, official says
The plan has triggered alarm among advocates for Afghans, who warn that the proposal could lead to the deportation of Afghans who could be persecuted by the Taliban.
U.S. military carries out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island
The strikes, which appeared to be limited as opposed to a full return to hostilities, came on the eve of crucial American midterm elections.
Democratic Divisions on Israel Come Thundering Back, in Preview of Fights to Come
A shattered alliance in Michigan between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and his former primary rival, Representative Haley Stevens, underscored broader tensions in the party.
British troops will be allowed to fire at Russian forces if attacked during multinational mission
British troops will be allowed to fire back at Russian forces if attacked as part of a multinational mission to secure any future peace in Ukraine, Western officials have said.
17-year-old arrested in Spirit Halloween shooting that killed pregnant woman, injured 6 other people
The attack took place Friday as shoppers at the store in the San Francisco Bay Area city of Fairfield prepared for Halloween.
GOP touts Stevens endorsement while El-Sayed's campaign reports a record haul
As Republicans touted Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens' 11th-hour endorsement of GOP Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers, Democrats downplayed its impact.
WATCH: David Muir shares New Jersey students' determination in 100-Yard Food Drive Challenge
Students at Howell High School filled their football field with over a quarter million pounds of food for the nonprofit, Dermer Dreams. David Muir reports on the volunteers that delivered.
Dodge announces return to NASCAR Cup Series beginning at Daytona 500
Dodge is returning to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027, a year earlier than initially expected
WATCH: 5 people at Chili's in North Carolina suffer burns after margarita mix-up
Three customers and two employees at a Chili's restaurant suffered chemical burns after an employee mistakenly used a cleaning powder instead of sugar to make the drinks, health officials say.
Victims of deadly Florida jet crash named
A family with two young children and a 20-year-old co-pilot were among those killed when a business jet crashed in a Florida neighbourhood.
Prepare for cyber attacks or face empty shelves, businesses told
Artificial intelligence is "helping to industrialise cyber attacks" and is "highly likely" to be used in attacks on Britain's critical national infrastructure by 2028, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has warned.
North Korea denies involvement in Binance hack, criticizes FBI probe
North Korea has denied its involvement in the recent cryptocurrency heist at Binance, dismissing as “a trite provocation” a U.S. announcement that North Korean hackers were behind the incident
Ex-West Point cadet sued for secretly drugging pregnant girlfriend with abortion pills
A former West Point cadet who admitted to secretly giving his pregnant girlfriend Xanax and abortion pills, causing her to miscarry, is now facing a lawsuit over the incident.
Indicted ICE officer had been on the job a little over a year as Trump’s hiring surge comes under scrutiny
Mario Alberto Morales was released on bond following his indictment on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Voters making final decisions in midterm elections
Voters across the U.S. are making their choices in the midterm elections as those competing for their vote make their final pitches.
Co-pilot and passengers killed in learjet crash identified
A family on a trip to the Bahamas and a 20-year-old pilot are among the nine people killed when a Learjet crashed in Florida over the weekend. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports from the scene of the crash.
New York reports first measles death in more than 30 years
So far this year, the state has reported 178 measles cases.
US will mediate upcoming Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi, Witkoff says
U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announced U.S.-mediated peace talks between Ukraine and Russia on Nov. 10 and 11, focusing on security arrangements and de-escalation.
US: Trump labels Democrats 'dangerous' ahead of midterms
US President Donald Trump said the Democrats nominated "the most extreme and dangerous" candidates in US history in the midterms. He also lowered expectations by saying a sitting president "doesn't win" the midterms.
Supreme Court quickly rejects Trump effort to target alleged noncitizen voters in California
The Trump administration alleges that about 20,000 noncitizens may be registered to vote in California, an assertion local officials dispute.
Russia plotting 'massive strike' during midterms, Zelenskyy warns, urges US to stop Putin
Zelenskyy says Russia plans a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure while the world watches Tuesday's U.S. midterm elections unfold.
Florida plane crash victims identified after 9 people killed in fiery wreck
The Learjet 60 crew reported icing and an overspeed condition before the Austin-to-Bahamas flight plunged into a South Florida neighborhood.
Brexit had 'very significant impact' on UK's ability to control migration'
Brexit has had a "very significant impact" on the UK's ability to manage migration, Shabana Mahmood has told Sky News - but she suggests she can improve the situation in this parliament without returning to free movement.
US to drop South Africa, Rwanda from duty-free trade initiative
The Trump administration has said South Africa and Rwanda are breaking the rules of the AGOA free trade initiative, a centerpiece of US economic engagement with sub-Saharan Africa.
Deadly shooting rocks California coastal community, leaving 2 dead, 2 injured
Authorities are investigating what led to the deadly early-morning shooting near Moss Landing State Beach that left two people dead and two others injured.
Multiple people killed, others injured in shooting near California beach
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office said multiple people were killed in a shooting along Jetty Road in Moss Landing shortly after midnight.
Federal judge dismisses Trump administration’s Harvard admissions probe case
9 men go on trial in England accused of sexually assaulting woman drugged and raped by husband
WATCH: Bodycam shows marina shootout with sailboat pirate in wealthy seaside resort town
Bodycam video captures the intense shootout between Newport, Rhode Island, police and a suspected thief who allegedly stole a sailboat from New Jersey.
Two teens arrested after five boys stabbed at Halloween party
Two boys have been arrested after five teenagers were seriously injured when they were allegedly stabbed at a party on Halloween.
Poland's constitutional crisis deepens as Prime Minister Tusk faces accusations of power grab
President Karol Nawrocki turned his plane around as Poland's Constitutional Tribunal standoff triggered ambassador resignations and clashes.
Florida plane crash investigators say weather conditions a 'major focus,' plane may have started to break up
NTSB says the Learjet 60 may have begun breaking apart before the deadly private jet crash in a South Florida neighborhood that killed nine people.