What's next for Democrats after the midterms. And, a look at the outstanding races
What's next for Democrats after the midterms. And, a look at the outstanding races
NPR
World News
2026-11-04 16:02:24
Democrats have regained control of Congress. They have a long list of investigations into Trump planned. And, not all races have been called. Here's a look at how they could affect the Dems' majority.
Dublin to Rome flight diverted after bomb threat - BBC
Dublin to Rome flight diverted after bomb threat - BBC
Google
Top Stories
2026-11-04 15:36:27
Dublin to Rome flight diverted after bomb threat BBCFlights across Europe impacted by bomb threats for second time this week BBCSeries of bomb threats cause flight disruptions across Europe NBC NewsBomb threat forces Aer Lingus Dublin-Rome flight to divert to a French military air
China Blocks $5.4 Billion SoftBank Robot Deal, Flexing Control Over AI Tech - WSJ
China Blocks $5.4 Billion SoftBank Robot Deal, Flexing Control Over AI Tech - WSJ
Google
Top Stories
2026-11-04 15:12:12
China Blocks $5.4 Billion SoftBank Robot Deal, Flexing Control Over AI Tech WSJChina Blocks SoftBank’s $5.4 Billion Robotics Takeover, Impeding Foreign Deals The New York TimesUpdate on divestment of ABB Robotics ABBChina Blocks SoftBank Acquisition of ABB Robot Unit, FT Says Bloomberg.comChina
Trump's arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction
Trump's arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction
NPR
World News
2026-11-04 14:02:00
A federal panel will meet to consider the arch for final approval on Thursday, and the government said it may begin construction later that same day. Critics hope a judge will intervene last-minute.
Trump's arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction
Trump's arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction
NPR
NPR National
2026-11-04 14:02:00
A federal panel will meet to consider the arch for final approval on Thursday, and the government said it may begin construction later that same day. Critics hope a judge will intervene last-minute.
Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don't hold your breath
Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don't hold your breath
NPR
World News
2026-11-04 14:00:00
A new Democratic majority in Congress could pressure the president to end the war in Iran. But it will be harder for them to directly affect fuel prices, which are tied to a complex international oil market.
As budgets tighten, people are breaking out their library cards
As budgets tighten, people are breaking out their library cards
NPR
NPR National
2026-11-04 14:00:00
Some Americans squeezed by high prices are relying more on their local libraries for things like books, streaming services and high-priced items like musical instruments and sewing machines.
The South flexes political power in midterms, sets regional influence in 2028 election
The South flexes political power in midterms, sets regional influence in 2028 election
NPR
NPR National
2026-11-04 14:00:00
Tuesday's dramatic midterm results have transformed the electoral map, ensuring the path to future power for Democrats and Republicans must run through the South and its diverse voting population.
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NASA Announces X-70 Experimental Aircraft to Advance Flight Research
NASA Announces X-70 Experimental Aircraft to Advance Flight Research
NASA
Breaking News
2026-11-04 05:43:21
On Wednesday, NASA unveiled its newest experimental aircraft, the X-70 Fractal, during the UP.Summit at the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This high-performance, highly adaptable research platform is designed to accelerate the development and testing of advanced aviation
South Carolina winner Annie Andrews talks about her win and the path ahead
South Carolina winner Annie Andrews talks about her win and the path ahead
NPR
Politics
2026-11-04 02:04:23
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews, who bested Republican candidate Darline Graham, the incumbent and sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Where voters stand on state ballot measures, from abortion to LGBTQ rights to guns
Where voters stand on state ballot measures, from abortion to LGBTQ rights to guns
NPR
Politics
2026-11-04 01:49:17
Voters in dozens of states considered 146 statewide ballot measures this midterm cycle, on topics spanning LGBTQ rights, wealth taxes, abortion, redistricting, guns and more.
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
The Christian Science Monitor
Arts
2026-07-30 13:00:10
Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg, out with an album called “The New World,” is also a naturalist and explorer whose next book is about the beauty and wonder of Antarctica.
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no […]
If today’s question caught your eye, I am sure you would be able to say: “I sure have.” It is a truthful saying that we have all been deceived in life. Probably in more ways than you might realize. The Bible says: 9And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, […]
This week the US Congress held discussions of consideration on US Voter ID – Voter Identification – in the United States for Federal Elections. The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act proposes requiring documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration in federal elections. This proposed legislation has become the fuel on the fire of […]
At a particular point in my career, I was advised by those around me that certain descriptive words were taboo and should never be used. Among the set of banned words were Idiot, Moron, and Stupid. Fortunately, the word fool was not included in the list, or I might have lost all sense of reality. […]
I imagine if you’ve made it past today’s title you are probably here because my question has evoked some type of emotional response or curiosity. Your first thought may have been “Hey! I’m not a creep! Why are you asking that?” Or you may have thought “Well my girlfriend called me a creep last night, […]
Do you fear for the future survival of America as a country? I sure do. I fear for the survival of America because we are losing our way (some might say we’ve already lost our way, and they might be correct) and we are no longer protecting our freedoms and liberties. Instead, we are becoming […]
