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Politics U.S.

Republicans Scramble to Close Midterm Turnout Gap

On October 30, Republican candidates and officials across the United States warned that weak GOP enthusiasm could hurt the party in the November 3 midterms as Democrats post stronger turnout indicators.

First: CNN · 1 more source
War and conflict World

U.S.-Backed Drone Strikes Hit ELN Camp in Venezuela

U.S.-assisted drone strikes hit an ELN camp in Venezuela’s Apure state before dawn on Friday, killing at least 19 people, Venezuelan and U.S. forces said.

First: Breitbart · 1 more source
Crime Brighton Park

Woman Dies After Brighton Park Roadside Shooting

A 32-year-old woman died on November 5, nearly two weeks after being shot in a vehicle on West 47th Street in Chicago’s Brighton Park neighborhood.

First: Chicago Sun-Times · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Raskin Says Democrats Will Investigate Firms That Worked With Trump

On November 5, 2026, Rep. Jamie Raskin said Democrats would pursue oversight of businesses and law firms he says cooperated with President Donald Trump. He expects to lead the House Judiciary Committee when the new Congress begins in January.

First: The Daily Wire · 1 more source
Business U.S.

Stocks Give Back Most of Post-Election Rally

On November 5, U.S. stocks fell sharply, with the Dow down 1,220 points and the Nasdaq entering correction territory after a post-midterm surge.

First: ABC News · 5 more sources
Politics U.S.

Court Documents Show Iran Deportation Talks Continued During War

Court documents unsealed November 5 show the Trump administration discussed deporting Iranians during the war, including through an unnamed third country. A judge ordered advance notice before any deportations proceed.

First: The Philadelphia Inquirer · 5 more sources
Crime Dorchester

Teen arrested in Dorchester double-homicide case

A 16-year-old was arrested in Foxborough on November 4, 2026, over the 2025 killings by gunfire of two Dorchester men.

First: The Boston Globe · 1 more source
Politics Pemberton Township

Pemberton Mayor Concedes After Meeting Outburst

Pemberton Township Mayor Matthew Bianchini conceded the New Jersey mayoral race to Democrat Belinda Fontanez on November 4. The Republican had been filmed charging toward a resident during an October council meeting.

First: New York Post · 1 more source
Media World

Channel 4 Ends Married at First Sight UK After Review

Channel 4 said on November 5 it would end the UK version of Married at First Sight after a review examined welfare procedures following contestants’ sexual assault allegations during filming.

First: The Hollywood Reporter · 1 more source
Crime World

American Sentenced to Life for Rome Partner and Daughter’s Murders

A Rome court sentenced Francis Kaufmann to life in prison on November 5 for murdering Anastasia Trofimova and their baby daughter, with both discovered in Villa Pamphili park in June 2025.

First: Deadline · 1 more source
Politics U.S.

Rubio’s Future Draws Scrutiny After Republican Midterm Losses

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.

First: Raw Story · 1 more source
Sports World

Portugal Plans Tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo After National Team Exit

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.

First: Sports Illustrated · 1 more source