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An embattled Karen Bass is fighting tooth and nail to keep her mayorship in LA. It might be too late

With affordability a major election issue, the incumbent is trying to ward off her democratic socialist challenger At the end of 2022, the four largest US cities – New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Houston – all had Black mayors. It was a historic alignment made possible by the aftereffects of the Black Lives Matter civil rights movement and the unprecedented wave of protests following the killing of George Floyd in 2020. Six years on, only one of those mayors remains: the embattled Karen Bass of Los Angeles , who is facing a strong challenge from a younger, even more progressive challenger. Bass’s opponent is Nithya Raman, a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, although the group is considering rescinding its endorsement over her refusal to explicitly embrace the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement against Israel. Continue reading...

The Guardian · 3h ago
Government unions set to grab more power in blue states

Government unions already wield enormous power in blue states, where they help elect the Democrats who negotiate their contracts and approve their budgets. After Tuesday’s elections, they could wield even more. Ballot measures in Maryland, California, and Colorado would weaken elected officials’ control over union contracts, make a temporary tax permanent, and dismantle limits on […]

Washington Examiner · 3h ago
Are the US midterms going to see a blue wave of Democrats winning seats – or a blue flood?

Donald Trump uttered five words this summer that could seal the Republican party’s fate: ‘Pretend I’m on the ticket’ He spoke admiringly of a senator’s posterior. He baselessly accused a Muslim candidate of being a terrorist . He boasted about his renovations of the White House. He quipped that his own supporters couldn’t afford a hamburger at his Mar-a-Lago club. Every now and then, he spoke about the cost of living, and other everyday concerns of voters. Donald Trump has held dozens of campaign rallies before next week’s US midterm elections. The 80-year-old remains convinced that he can prove the doubters wrong again and help Republicans retain control of the US Congress. But it was five words he uttered at this summer’s Republican convention in Dallas that could seal his party’s fate: “Pretend I’m on the ticket.” Continue reading...

The Guardian · 8h ago
Scientists say a forgotten particle may explain why the universe exists

A mysterious particle overlooked for decades may hold the key to why matter survived the Big Bang, allowing stars, planets, and life to exist. Scientists believe this forgotten neutrino reshaped the early universe and may have left detectable gravitational wave signals that could help unlock the cosmos’s deepest mysteries.

Science Daily · 9h ago
Trump on Iran negotiations: ‘We’re not in that much of a hurry’

President Donald Trump said on Saturday night the United States is not “in that much of a hurry” to sign a negotiated deal with Iran as the president weighs launching a fresh wave of strikes against the terrorist-sponsoring nation following the midterm elections. When asked if there’s a “timeframe for the Qatari-mediated negotiations” while fielding […]

Washington Examiner · 10h ago
Dems try to ride blue wave to flood Congress in final midterm blitz

Republicans are facing a potential Election Day onslaught by Democrats, with control of the House and Senate in jeopardy after an October polling collapse that put a raft of candidates in danger and threatened to wipe out multiple incumbents previously thought to be holding safe seats.

New York Post · 16h ago
Duke’s Nate Sheppard needed just 3 quarters vs. Boston College to break 2 records

The Duke Blue Devils are absolutely shellacking the Boston College Eagles 47-2 with just two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Manny Diaz has his team playing at an extremely high level, and the offense has leaned heavily on running back Nate Sheppard. Through the first three quarters, the sophomore ball carrier totaled 129 yards and five […] The post Duke’s Nate Sheppard needed just 3 quarters vs. Boston College to break 2 records appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports · 17h ago
FC Cincinnati clinch Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs spot

By MLSsoccer staffFC Cincinnati have qualified for the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs, clinching their spot with a 1-0 win against Philadelphia on Matchday 34. With one match left, the Orange & Blue are ...

Yahoo Sports · 17h ago
Police clash with masked rioters after largely peaceful protests across France

Demonstrations also taking place in Germany, where officers fire teargas to disperse crowds as evening falls Clashes have erupted in Paris, Marseille and other cities after tens of thousands of demonstrators, some in Halloween fancy dress, marched across France in a third wave of protests over the cost of living and deteriorating public services. About 320,000 people – down from an estimated 410,000 last weekend – took part in rallies around the country, the interior ministry said, including 70,000 in Paris who marched along boulevards on the south-eastern outskirts, avoiding the city centre. Continue reading...

The Guardian · 19h ago
Democrats near the prize: Election-law overhauls in battleground states

A blue wave on Tuesday could bring major changes to voting laws in battleground states where the 2028 presidential election will be decided. Republicans are bracing for losses in what polls suggest will be a successful night for Democrats hoping to retake majorities in Congress. But they are also at risk of losing enough downballot […]

Washington Examiner · 19h ago
Team USA announces roster for 2026 Women’s World Championship

PLYMOUTH, Mich. — USA Hockey announced its 25-player roster on Saturday for the upcoming IIHF Women’s World Championship, marking the national team’s first major tournament since capturing gold at the 2026 Milan Olympics. Twenty players will return from that championship team, including the entire seven-player blue line. Headlining the group is 2026 PWHL No. 1 pick Caroline Harvey, fresh off earning Olympic MVP honors, an NCAA championship and the Patty Kazmaier Award, given to the top player in

Yahoo Sports · 21h ago
Gen Z protests sweep cities across Germany

Young people in Germany have taken to the streets in some 34 cities, calling for greater political say and a more hopeful future. The protests come amid a wave of youth demonstrations across Europe. DW has more.

Deutsche Welle · 21h ago
Massive Gen Z protests sweep cities across Germany

Young people in Germany have taken to the streets in some 34 cities, calling for greater political say and a more hopeful future. The protests come amid a wave of youth demonstrations across Europe. DW has more.

Deutsche Welle · 21h ago
Gamethread: Boston College vs Duke

Happy Halloween folks. We’re down in the Blue Devil’s den. The Eagles are riding a two-game win streak are itching to keep the good times rolling. The big news of the week of course was that star tight end Kaelen Chudzinski would be available and considered a ‘game-time decision’ from O’Brien earlier.It’s unreal. Sounds like […]

Yahoo Sports · 22h ago
Election cheat sheet: These early races could tell us where the midterms are headed

You won't need to stay up all night Tuesday to spot a big Democratic wave in the 2026 midterm elections . But it could take days — or even weeks — to know whether Republicans have survived a smaller one and held on to the House or Senate. Why it matters: A handful of early results in key states and congressional districts will tell us whether Democrats are headed for a landslide or disappointment. What we're watching: Florida, Florida, Florida. Most polls close at 7pm ET, and the state counts quickly — ready for release when the Panhandle finally calls it a night an hour later. At 8:01pm , refresh your browser and watch FL-14. The great mid-cycle redistricting wars transformed this Tampa-based district from Harris +8 to Trump +11. If Democratic Rep. Kathy Castor survives, Republicans can all but kiss their majority goodbye, according to party strategists. Next up is FL-25. The country's most expensive general election race is playing out in a district that went from Harris +4 to Trump +9. If Democratic Rep. Jared Moskowitz's race is close — or too close to call early in the night — House Republicans can keep hope alive. While you're at it, this is a good time to check on South Carolina's Senate race, where polls close at 7pm and the state counts relatively fast. If Sen. Darline Graham loses to Annie Andrews in the Trump +18 state, Senate Republicans can say goodbye to their majority. (And they'll be sweating if it's close.) "Underperformance is rarely isolated," said Jason Thielman, executive director of the National Republican Senatorial Committee in 2024. "If you see the GOP underperforming early in the East, it is likely going to continue as you move further West." At 9pm, check in on Virginia: The commonwealth's polls close at 7pm, but historically tight races often aren't called until the 9pm hour. If Democrats flip VA-01, a Trump +5 seat, they're in for a very good night. If they flip VA-05, a Trump +12 seat, they're in for a great night. Between the lines: VA

Axios · Oct 31
Gavin Newsom touts ‘ruthless’ approach to politics in New Hampshire pitch

MANCHESTER, New Hampshire — Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is betting a wave of anti-Trump backlash will carry him through the early voting states of 2028, framing his time as governor as a model for Democrats looking to counter the president. Newsom dropped near-constant reminders recently of how often he’s clashed with President Donald Trump as […]

Washington Examiner · Oct 31
The AI trade's trick-or-treat earnings season

The latest wave of hyperscaler earnings is spooking Wall Street. Bulls and bears alike have evidence to validate their wildest dreams — or their worst nightmares. Why it matters : The market's AI obsession has entered its Jekyll and Hyde era, with the latest earnings from tech giants offering contrary signals about the AI boom. Driving the news : The tech-heavy Nasdaq briefly sank into correction territory, falling 10% from its prior peak, losing $1.2 trillion in value for the month of October, after a slew of earnings reports pointed to AI's big risks. But it wasn't all horror: within the earnings statements, some investors found proof that the AI bet is going exactly as it should. Here are three examples of the AI trade's deepest contradictions — the good and the scary — from the earnings releases and calls of the Big Tech hyperscalers. Google: The scary: AI overviews are cannibalizing Google's core business: ad revenue from search. Yes, search queries are up, but results in AI mode have lower margins. The company has lost more than $500 billion in market value post-earnings, bringing the broader tech sector along with it. The good: Google Cloud is closing in on Microsoft's Azure cloud revenue, a stunning development given that Google was an also-ran in the cloud game only a few years ago. Much of Google's success is tied to demand for its TPU chips, which analysts expect to see massive growth in coming quarters. The takeaway: Google's predicament mirrors the problems of many tech giants, where AI represents a true threat to the golden goose but presents new opportunities if they can move fast enough. Microsoft and Amazon: The good: Both companies had explosive cloud growth, though the market was disappointed Amazon's wasn't higher. Microsoft touted its OpenAI investment and Amazon its Anthropic holdings. The iffy: Those private AI investments can help or hurt: Amazon's net income fell despite soaring operating profits, as it didn't repeat the pretax gain from its

Axios · Oct 31
How ESPN is capitalizing on the NWSL’s biggest Decision Day yet

The NWSL regular season comes to an end on Sunday. For its finale, every team will play at the same time in eight simultaneous 5 p.m. ET kickoffs for the third year of Decision Day. And there is plenty left on the line. Will defending NWSL champions Gotham FC win their first Shield? Or will San Diego Wave spoil their No. 1 streak? Will the Denver Summit or North Carolina Courage claw their way above the playoff line to bump the Seattle Reign from the postseason? And will Ashley Sanchez finally b

Yahoo Sports · Oct 31
Massive Gen Z protests set to sweep cities across Germany

Young people in Germany are taking to the streets in some 34 cities, calling for greater political say and a more hopeful future. The protests come amid a wave of youth demonstrations across Europe. DW has more.

Deutsche Welle · Oct 31
Blue Jays scare Kindred, Vikings end it for Jamestown

Oct. 30—KINDRED, N.D. — The Kindred football team took a big sigh of relief after the meeting with Jamestown on Friday night. The Vikings outlasted Jamestown 28-21 in the first round of the Division AA playoffs. Kindred, 10-0, will host Dickinson in the state semifinals on Nov. 6. Kickoff times are still to be determined. Jamestown's season ended at 3-7. Friday was the first time the Jays had ...

Yahoo Sports · Oct 31
Stout football heads to defending DIII champ UW-River Falls

MENOMONIE — Coming off its best win of the season, the UW-Stout Polytechnic football team is riding with its momentum. The Blue Devils upset No. 20 UW-La Crosse 42-39 Saturday at Don and Nona Williams Stadium, overcoming an 18-point first half deficit in the process. Blue Devils coach Clayt Birmingham was elated with the win, Stout’s first over La Crosse since 2011. His celebration turned to a ...

Yahoo Sports · Oct 31