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Special Edition: Midterm Analysis — What Changed, What's Next Nov 07, 2026

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The 2026 midterms delivered a sweeping shift in political power, but what exactly were voters trying to say?

Kyle Kondik, managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, breaks down what surprised him most, what Republicans and Democrats should take away from the results, and what changes now that Democrats are set to control Congress.

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Dems Widen Lead, Clearing Death Row & OpenAI's New Promises - Friday, November 06, 2026 Nov 06, 2026

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The news to know for Friday, November 06, 2026!

We'll tell you about Democrats adding to their midterm wins and which races are still too close to call.

Also, how President Trump is trying to make his mark on the White House permanent.

And why California's governor is making an unprecedented break with the death penalty.

Plus, a new criminal verdict against a famous Hollywood star, how LIV Golf went from threatening the PGA Tour to shutting down, and which iconic toys are being enshrined for generations to come.

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Democrats' To-Do List, GOP Reacts & Year of the Heist - Thursday, November 05, 2026 Nov 05, 2026

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The news to know for Thursday, November 05, 2026!

We'll tell you about some of the midterm results still coming in.

And what Democrats are already planning to do with their new control of Congress.

Also, why Wall Street rallied after the election, even after an initial selloff, and how prediction markets stacked up against the polls.

Plus, why hundreds of people were forced off a cruise ship that was supposed to be their home, why 2026 is being called "the year of the heist," and the holiday favorites returning to popular coffee shops.

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Power Shift: Dems Take Congress, History is Made & Markets React - Wednesday, November 04, 2026 Nov 04, 2026

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The news to know for Wednesday, November 04, 2026!

The political landscape in America is looking a lot different this morning.

We'll tell you how Democrats flipped control of Congress and pulled off some of the night's biggest upsets in states like Texas, Kansas, Iowa, South Carolina, and Maine.

We'll also share some of the historic firsts from election night, and how Wall Street is reacting.

Plus, the Election Day messages from Sesame Street that went viral.

We also have other news to know, from why President Trump will end billions of dollars in military aid to Israel, to where Americans are cleaning up from deadly flooding, to how CVS is breaking up its health care empire.

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Election Day: Issues, Predictions, Weather & More - Tuesday, November 03, 2026 Nov 03, 2026

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The news to know for Tuesday, November 03, 2026!

Election Day is finally here, meaning this is the last chance for candidates to fight for votes.

We'll bring you the final arguments from the biggest battles around the country.

And tell you why this election may end up being fought legally, all the way up to the Supreme Court.

Also, some of the biggest issues on the ballots that could shape everything from taxes to abortion to future elections.

Plus, where some storms could disrupt voting today.

And some other news, from how hackers are targeting supermarket freezers to why a 20-year-old album is just now reaching number one.

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Unlikely Endorsement, Oil Giants Reap Billions & Celebrity Costume Controversy - Monday, November 02, 2026 Nov 02, 2026

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The news to know for Monday, November 2, 2026!

In the final sprint before the midterm election, we'll tell you who's showing up for their party, and who's breaking ranks.

Also, how a massive storm that's already brought dangerous flooding to parts of the U.S. could impact millions more Americans.

Plus, the path of a space telescope that's falling back to Earth, some of the Halloween costumes that went viral — for better or worse, and the athletes who made history across more than one sport.

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Special Edition: The Science of Being Scared Oct 31, 2026

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Why do some people love being scared, while others want nothing to do with horror?

Psychologist Dr. Coltan Scrivner explains why fear can sometimes feel good, what makes haunted houses and scary movies so appealing, and how morbid curiosity may even help some people cope with real-world uncertainty.

Plus, what parents should know about scary play and how much fear is too much for kids.

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Trump's Strategy Shift, Biggest Crypto Heist & Halloween Forecast - Friday, October 30, 2026 Oct 30, 2026

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The news to know for Friday, October 30, 2026!

We'll tell you why President Trump's campaign strategy is changing for the final weekend before the midterms.

Also, what's behind a criminal investigation into California's voter rolls.

And why another decorated Army general is now out of a job.

Plus, what could be the largest crypto heist in history, the rare weather forecast for millions of trick-or-treaters, and a record amount of money raised for good at the New York City Marathon.

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Senate Race Scandal, Historic World Series Win & 'Waffle House Index' - Thursday, October 29, 2026 Oct 29, 2026

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The news to know for Thursday, October 29, 2026!

We'll tell you about two presidents' dueling rallies as they make their final pitches to voters.

Also, how a top Democratic Senate candidate is being accused of trying to game the system.

And what may have caused one of the worst rail disasters in Europe's modern history.

Plus, how R.F.K. Jr. is opening the door to peptide injections despite FDA warnings, who just made history at the World Series, and what Waffle House has to do with severe weather forecasts.

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Football Meets Politics, Record-Breaking Tides & Sexiest Man Alive - Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Oct 28, 2026

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The news to know for Wednesday, October 28, 2026!

We'll tell you why President Trump is turning to football stars in his final push to help Republicans hold onto Congress.

And why parts of both the West and East Coasts are flooding, even without rain.

Also, how old is old enough to stay home alone? One mom's arrest is sparking that debate.

Plus, how the World Series almost ended in extra innings, what Apple is expected to reveal at a big product event today, and the new Word of the Year.

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