On November 3, 2026, Democratic candidates won statewide races in North Carolina, Georgia and South Carolina, contradicting MAGA influencers’ predictions of a Republican wave in the U.S. midterm elections. Some right-wing commentators, including Fox News host Jesse Watters, acknowledged that Republicans were not seeing a red wave.
On November 5, reports said Secretary of State Marco Rubio could leave the Trump administration after Republicans lost both chambers in the midterms, possibly to prepare for a 2028 presidential run. The White House and State Department rejected the claims.On November 5, reports said Marco Rubio may leave the Trump administration after Republican midterm losses, with sources citing the Iran war and his presidential prospects. The White House and State Department rejected the claims.On November 5, reports said Marco Rubio might leave the Trump administration after the midterms to pursue a 2028 run. The White House and State Department rejected the claims and said he remained focused on his work.
Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his Portugal career after 23 years, 234 appearances and 146 goals. The Portuguese Football Federation says it wants to organize a tribute, though it has not announced what form it will take.
A CSX train struck a stopped tractor-trailer in Decatur on November 5, scattering paper rolls and closing nearby intersections. The truck driver escaped before impact, police said.
OpenAI introduced GPT-6 Cyber on November 5, saying it can find software weaknesses more effectively while staying within its instructions more often. The model is initially restricted to approved cybersecurity customers.
Democrat Amish Shah defeated Republican Jay Feely for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, a Scottsdale-area seat, in the November 3 election. The Associated Press called the race for Shah on November 5.Democrat Amish Shah defeated Jay Feely in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, flipping the Scottsdale-area seat on November 3. The Associated Press called the race for Shah on November 5.Republican Jay Feely lost Arizona’s 1st Congressional District to Democrat Amish Shah in the November 3 election. The Associated Press called the Scottsdale-area race for Shah on November 5.
Shorty’s Bar-B-Q will close its Dadeland restaurant in Miami on December 27, 2026, after 75 years. Its West Miami and Davie outlets are set to stay open.
Nexstar reported third-quarter revenue of $2.13 billion and net income of $255 million on November 5, 2026, as political advertising helped lift results. Executives also discussed the Tegna merger appeal and The CW’s path to profitability.Nexstar reported $2.13 billion in third-quarter revenue on November 5, 2026, boosted by political ads, while its Tegna acquisition remains blocked by a federal judge.Nexstar reported $2.13 billion in third-quarter revenue on November 5, 2026, as political ads surged, while it continued appealing a federal order blocking integration of Tegna.
LSU is working to bring former Baylor coach Dave Aranda to Baton Rouge in an analyst role, as of November 5.
Published November 4, 2026: Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed used his victory speech to embrace his Arab and Muslim identity, joke with critics and highlight Palestinians’ plight.Published November 4, 2026: Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed used his victory speech to answer Islamophobic attacks with Arabic, humor and support for Palestinians.Published November 4, 2026: Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed used his victory speech to mock political opponents and criticize U.S. policy on Gaza.
Ramayana Part 1, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor, opens worldwide on November 5, with a U.S. nationwide theatrical release on November 6. Its score brings together A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer.
Ella Langley, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw and five other acts will perform at the CMA Awards in Nashville on November 18, 2026.
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