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U.S. Elections See First Black Woman Governor, Muslim Senator and Openly Gay Male Senator
The 2026 U.S. midterm elections produced several historic firsts, including the election of the first Black woman governor, Native American woman governor, Muslim senator and openly gay male senator. Democratic gains have also raised the possibility of the first Black Speaker of the House.
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Politics
INDIA Bloc Protest in Bengaluru: Why Opposition Parties Want CEC Gyanesh Kumar to Quit
INDIA bloc parties protest in Bengaluru against SIR, demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation and raising concerns over electoral roll revision.
Sports
CSK and SRH Complete Four-Player Trade Ahead of Auction
Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad have completed a four-player trade ahead of the IPL 2027 auction. Liam Livingstone and Jack Edwards join CSK, while Khaleel Ahmed and Nathan Ellis move to SRH.
Education
CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Registration Deadline Extended
CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 registration deadline extended to November 9. Candidates can submit applications without a late fee until 11:50 PM.
Technology
Motorola Signature 27 Launches at $1,600 With Flagship Features
Motorola is preparing to launch the Signature 27, a premium non-folding flagship smartphone priced at $1,600 in the US. The device features high-end specifications, a bright OLED display, multiple cameras and distinctive materials, positioning it near the company’s foldable phones.
Technology
Google Expands Voluntary Employee Buyouts to Five Countries
Google has expanded voluntary employee buyout offers to workers in Canada, France, Germany, Japan and Switzerland. The move comes as Alphabet seeks to control costs while increasing investment in artificial intelligence and shifting resources towards strategic priorities.
Technology
Apple iOS 27.3: Siri AI, Apple Watch and New Features
Apple’s iOS 27.3 update is being tested with expanded Siri AI capabilities, deeper integration with apps such as Calendar, Mail, Notes and Photos, and additional features for Safari, Apple Watch, Health and Fitness.
Technology
Hackers Target France’s Blood Bank Freezers, Raise Settings to 110°C
A cyberattack targeting France’s national blood agency, EFS, reportedly attempted to raise freezer settings from −30°C to 110°C. Monitoring systems detected the intrusion, allowing staff to secure blood products before they were compromised.
Technology
CERT-In Warns of AI Hacking Campaign Targeting Indian Fintechs
CERT-In has warned of an active AI-assisted hacking campaign targeting Indian financial technology companies. Named Crafty Falcon, the campaign reportedly uses AI tools to identify targets and exploit payment and disbursement APIs across NBFCs, digital lending platforms and other financial services.