Voting has begun for the 2026 U.S. midterm elections. Democrats are gaining ground in the House, while Senate races remain highly competitive.
Tech Layoffs Continue as SUSE, Canva and Squarespace Restructure
Major tech companies are reducing their workforce amid shifting business demands and automation trends.
Canva Restructure Affects 1,271 Workers as Growth Slows
Canva is cutting 1,271 jobs, or 22% of its workforce, as it restructures to adapt to changing market conditions.
Miami Tops First 2026 College Football Playoff Rankings as SEC Leads Top 25
Miami (FL) opens as the top-ranked team in the 2026 College Football Playoff rankings, with the SEC dominating the top 25. Georgia follows closely behind.
BAFTA Announces 2026 Breakthrough UK Cohort With Netflix Support
BAFTA has announced the 2026 cohort for its Breakthrough programme, supported by Netflix. The group includes emerging talent across film, television, documentary and games.
Nicolas Cage Living in Hotels After Malibu Sinkhole
Nicolas Cage is currently homeless due to a massive sinkhole that consumed part of his Malibu property. The incident occurred in September and has disrupted his Halloween plans.
2026 Midterms: AI Campaign Ads Top $137 Million as Early Voting Surges
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, concerns grow over AI-generated campaign ads and record early voting turnout across key states.
Trump’s Iran Threat Raises Gulf War Fears as Oil Prices Plunge
Oil prices dropped after US-Iran tensions eased, but concerns remain over potential military action. Gulf states prepare for possible conflict.
Scientists Discover Possible Red Blood Cell Fossils in 115-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Bone
Researchers claim to have found fossilized red blood cells and heme in a 115-million-year-old dinosaur bone. A leading expert remains skeptical.
Bull and Male Donkey Form Unusual Same-Sex Bond in Ethiopia, Study Finds
A bull and donkey in Ethiopia formed an unusual same-sex relationship, challenging assumptions about animal behavior.