Democrats dominate midterm elections, regain control of Congress
Democrats celebrated monumental wins in the 2026 midterm elections, seizing control of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Nancy Cordes covers major victories and Ed O’Keefe takes a look at election data. Go to story
The white elephant gifts everyone will keep stealing at the holiday party this year
Whether it’s for a friend, a teacher or a colleague, the best gifts for a white elephant party don’t have to be boring or over-the-top. This best gifts include picks from Apple, Biodance, Papier and more. Go to story
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker rolls out a Day One road map for Congress
Putting down a marker ahead of a potential presidential bid, Pritzker says the new Democratic Congress must swiftly advance an aggressive legislative agenda. Go to story
Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dies at 75
John Frieda, the British celebrity hairstylist behind the Frizz Ease brand, has died, according to a statement posted to his Instagram on Tuesday. Go to story
U.S. Marine dies in Japan during training, military says
A United States Marine has died in Japan, following a “training incident,” the military said in a statement Wednesday. Go to story
Photos: Celebration and gloom as blue wave sweeps midterms
Joy and despair punctuated election watch parties overnight after a blue tsunami swept the country’s midterm elections. Go to story
‘This is a disaster’: Angry Republicans blame Trump for midterms defeat
Some Republicans tell the BBC the president’s focus on his legacy and indifference to voter concerns cost them.Go to story
Nadal set to join Real Madrid board of directors
Tennis great Rafael Nadal is set to join the board of Spanish football giants Real Madrid.Go to story
The 25 best action movies on Paramount+ for an adrenaline rush
Between Tom Cruise stunts and outer space adventures, are you not entertained?!Go to story
ANC under pressure to reverse South Africa decline
As South Africans vote in local elections, residents tell the BBC they are tired of the poor quality of services they get.Go to story