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Clean signal. en-us 15 https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/the-democratic-wave-swept-statehouses-across-the-country.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/the-democratic-wave-swept-statehouses-across-the-country.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:24:54 -0500 The Ebola outbreak spreading across the Democratic Republic of the Congo has surpassed 10,000 confirmed cases, with nearly 4,900 deaths reported across affected countries as the virus continues to spread beyond the country’s borders. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ballot-measure-takeaways-voters-back-abortion-rights-along-with-photo.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ballot-measure-takeaways-voters-back-abortion-rights-along-with-photo.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:18:51 -0500 In Idaho, voters rejected an extreme abortion measure and preserved protections for preborn children, Lila Rose, president and founder of Live Action, said in a Nov. 4 statement. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/maya-hawke-joins-magic-the-gathering-movie.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/maya-hawke-joins-magic-the-gathering-movie.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:17:11 -0500 Deadline reported that Hawke is the first major star to sign on for the film, which is being produced by Legendary Entertainment and Hasbro Entertainment. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/cynthia-erivo-to-play-afeni-shakur-in-snoop-dogg-biopic.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/cynthia-erivo-to-play-afeni-shakur-in-snoop-dogg-biopic.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:15:19 -0500 Cynthia Erivo, known for her roles in 'Wicked' and 'The Road Home,' has been cast as Afeni Shakur in Universal Pictures' biopic of Snoop Dogg. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/seahawks-qb-darnold-out-for-sunday-s-game.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/seahawks-qb-darnold-out-for-sunday-s-game.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:14:47 -0500 Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald announced Wednesday that quarterback Sam Darnold will miss Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals due to a quad injury. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-meets-bob-dylan-at-vatican.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-meets-bob-dylan-at-vatican.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:14:36 -0500 Pope Leo XIV referenced Dylan's 1963 nuclear protest song 'Go Away You Bomb' in his book 'Disarmed and Disarming: Peace Is a Gift,' published in Italian in July 2026. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/the-taurid-meteor-shower-peaks-tonight.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/the-taurid-meteor-shower-peaks-tonight.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:14:19 -0500 The Taurid meteor shower is peaking tonight, offering skywatchers a chance to see shooting stars and fireballs. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/james-talarico-wins-texas-senate-seat-first-democrat-since-1994.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/james-talarico-wins-texas-senate-seat-first-democrat-since-1994.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:13:21 -0500 James Talarico, a Democrat and former schoolteacher, has won the U.S. Senate seat for Texas, defeating Republican incumbent Ken Paxton in a historic victory for the Democratic Party. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/philadelphia-film-festival-club-kid-and-queen-at-sea-top-prizes-record.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/philadelphia-film-festival-club-kid-and-queen-at-sea-top-prizes-record.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:12:30 -0500 The 35th Philadelphia Film Festival concluded with record-breaking attendance and a flurry of awards, with Jordan Firstman's 'Club Kid' and Lance Hammer's 'Queen at Sea' taking top honors. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ravens-name-undrafted-joe-fagnano-starter-for-week-9-against-jaguars.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ravens-name-undrafted-joe-fagnano-starter-for-week-9-against-jaguars.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:11:05 -0500 Coach Jesse Minter announced that Fagnano will start in the Week 9 opener against the Jaguars, following injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/scientists-uncover-clues-to-grand-canyon-s-missing-geological-history.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/scientists-uncover-clues-to-grand-canyon-s-missing-geological-history.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:10:41 -0500 An international team of scientists has made a significant discovery regarding the Grand Canyon's missing geological history, which spans over a billion years. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/election-2026-live-results-speaker-johnson-not-running-for-house-minor.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/election-2026-live-results-speaker-johnson-not-running-for-house-minor.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:09:24 -0500 Johnson's decision not to run for minority leader sets up a leadership battle for the Republican Party as they navigate the aftermath of the midterm elections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/iran-s-irgc-claims-destruction-of-four-tankers-in-strait-of-hormuz.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/iran-s-irgc-claims-destruction-of-four-tankers-in-strait-of-hormuz.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:09:03 -0500 The IRGC also said its Aerospace Force air defense units had targeted and shot down an MQ-9 drone over the Strait of Hormuz at 4:30 a.m., bringing the total number of US drones of this type destroyed by Iran to 55. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/celebrity-hairstylist-john-frieda-dies-at-75.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/celebrity-hairstylist-john-frieda-dies-at-75.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:07:04 -0500 Frieda, who began his career in hairdressing with the opening of his salon on New Cavendish Street, London, in 1976, became a firm favourite with celebrities throughout the 1960s and 1970s. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/browns-qb-watson-enters-concussion-protocol-sanders-may-start-against.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/browns-qb-watson-enters-concussion-protocol-sanders-may-start-against.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:06:25 -0500 The Browns have placed starting QB Deshaun Watson in the concussion protocol, the team announced Wednesday, leaving his status for Sunday’s matchup against the Saints in question. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/scientists-discover-there-are-way-more-bugs-in-california-than-you-tho.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/scientists-discover-there-are-way-more-bugs-in-california-than-you-tho.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:06:06 -0500 Scientists in California have made several groundbreaking discoveries, including the identification of a heat-resistant amoeba and an ancient crocodile relative. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/the-blue-tsunami-sparks-joy-hope-and-mockery-in-europe.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/the-blue-tsunami-sparks-joy-hope-and-mockery-in-europe.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:05:33 -0500 Europe is experiencing a mix of schadenfreude and relief following the midterm elections in the United States, with many viewing the results as a positive shift in the transatlantic relationship. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/gina-hinojosa-defeats-greg-abbott-in-texas-governor-race.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/gina-hinojosa-defeats-greg-abbott-in-texas-governor-race.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:05:14 -0500 Abbott, who has served as Texas governor for over a decade, told supporters that while there are still votes to be counted, he would assist Hinojosa and her team during the transition period. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/nintendo-launches-ocarina-of-time-remake-on-switch-2.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/nintendo-launches-ocarina-of-time-remake-on-switch-2.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:04:32 -0500 Nintendo released a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2, a move that has sparked nostalgia and anticipation among gamers. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/british-health-worker-tests-positive-for-ebola-in-dr-congo.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/british-health-worker-tests-positive-for-ebola-in-dr-congo.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:02:39 -0500 A British healthcare worker in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has tested positive for Ebola and will be flown back to the UK for treatment, the government confirmed. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/crystal-palace-lose-appeal-for-mateta-s-red-card.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/crystal-palace-lose-appeal-for-mateta-s-red-card.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:01:27 -0500 Crystal Palace have lost their appeal against Jean-Philippe Mateta's red card, which was issued during their defeat by Tottenham on Saturday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/on-a-historic-night-for-democratic-socialists-mamdani-says-midterms-sh.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/on-a-historic-night-for-democratic-socialists-mamdani-says-midterms-sh.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:00:52 -0500 In Tuesday’s congressional primary elections, three allies of Mamdani defeated establishment-backed Democrats, dealing a significant victory to Mamdani in his bid to reshape the Democratic Party. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/macos-27-3-adds-new-pro-screensaver-inspired-by-touchscreen-macbook-pr.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/macos-27-3-adds-new-pro-screensaver-inspired-by-touchscreen-macbook-pr.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:58:14 -0500 Apple unveiled the first touchscreen MacBook Pro at its 'Pro and Tell' event in Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone in the company's product lineup. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/harry-potter-store-opening-in-london-draws-trans-rights-protesters.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/harry-potter-store-opening-in-london-draws-trans-rights-protesters.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:55:17 -0500 One protester urged Harry Potter fans queuing up outside the store not to visit the new shop, saying. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/vance-blames-iran-war-for-gop-losses-in-2026-midterms.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/vance-blames-iran-war-for-gop-losses-in-2026-midterms.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:54:53 -0500 Vice President JD Vance attributed the Republican Party's midterm election losses to the ongoing war with Iran. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/apple-releases-xcode-27-3-beta-with-siri-ai-integration-and-more.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/apple-releases-xcode-27-3-beta-with-siri-ai-integration-and-more.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:51:56 -0500 Apple has released the first beta of Xcode 27.3, which includes support for GitHub Copilot within the built-in coding assistant, allowing developers to test Siri AI integration in their apps. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/toni-collette-to-star-in-apple-tv-s-lenni-based-on-norwegian-format.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/toni-collette-to-star-in-apple-tv-s-lenni-based-on-norwegian-format.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:50:24 -0500 The series, which is currently in production in Sydney, Australia, sees Collette playing Lenni, a divorced single mother and social worker who tries to protect her loved ones after a family tragedy. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-warns-of-economic-injustice-threatening-world-peace.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-warns-of-economic-injustice-threatening-world-peace.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:49:17 -0500 At his weekly general audience, Pope Leo XIV warned that economic imbalances linked to development that is neither equitable nor respectful of creation pose a threat to world peace. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/european-defense-stocks-slide-as-democrats-sweep-dents-optimism.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/european-defense-stocks-slide-as-democrats-sweep-dents-optimism.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:47:59 -0500 European defense stocks declined Tuesday as broader market optimism from Democrats' gains in the midterms overshadowed sector-specific concerns. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/eu-urges-ukraine-to-speed-up-rule-of-law-reforms-for-accession.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/eu-urges-ukraine-to-speed-up-rule-of-law-reforms-for-accession.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:47:00 -0500 The European Union has reiterated its call for Ukraine to speed up its rule of law reforms, according to reports from the Centre for European Reform and European Newsroom. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/warriors-withhold-porzingis-salary-amid-health-issues.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/warriors-withhold-porzingis-salary-amid-health-issues.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:45:46 -0500 Bleacher Report and Espn report that the Warriors are exploring trade options for Porzingis amid his ongoing health issues related to POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/google-offers-up-to-27-percent-off-pixel-11-phones.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/google-offers-up-to-27-percent-off-pixel-11-phones.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:41:06 -0500 The US Google Store is offering up to 27 percent off on Pixel 11 phones for Memorial Day 2025, following a sale last month. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/netanyahu-faces-coalition-showdown-as-israel-awaits-new-government.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/netanyahu-faces-coalition-showdown-as-israel-awaits-new-government.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:40:16 -0500 Euronews noted that an opposition-led government might reconsider Israel's reliance on military force in dealing with Tehran, questioning whether Netanyahu's political interests could influence future military decisions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/progressive-lawrence-defeats-gop-rep-barrett-in-michigan.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/progressive-lawrence-defeats-gop-rep-barrett-in-michigan.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:39:38 -0500 Lawrence, who won with 51% of the vote, campaigned on issues such as the cost of living and opposition to data center development, while Barrett focused on local regulation of data centers. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/patriots-expecting-mack-hollins-back-from-injury.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/patriots-expecting-mack-hollins-back-from-injury.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:38:04 -0500 Boston and ProFootballRumors reported that Hollins' return could be crucial for the Patriots' upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers, with Boston emphasizing that Hollins would help immensely this Sunday. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/patriots-expecting-wide-receiver-mack-hollins-back-from-injury.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/patriots-expecting-wide-receiver-mack-hollins-back-from-injury.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:54:40 -0500 The Patriots have managed to go 3-1 in their last four games without Hollins, but his return would be a significant boost to an offense that has faced numerous injuries to key players, particularly at wide receiver. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/mike-johnson-steps-down-as-top-house-republican.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/mike-johnson-steps-down-as-top-house-republican.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:52:22 -0500 Johnson made the announcement during a call with his staff, signaling a shift in leadership for the Republican Party. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-win-control-of-congress-set-to-challenge-trump-s-health-agen.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-win-control-of-congress-set-to-challenge-trump-s-health-agen.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:49:32 -0500 In a statement, Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader, declared, 'Today begins the great American comeback,' signaling the party's intent to push forward with its agenda. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/wilder-to-face-opetaia-on-fury-vs-joshua-undercard.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/wilder-to-face-opetaia-on-fury-vs-joshua-undercard.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:48:52 -0500 Unbeaten WBA 'regular' cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia, 31, will step up to heavyweight for the first time to face Wilder, a former world champion with 43 knockouts. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/aaron-ford-wins-nevada-governor-race-over-joe-lombardo.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/aaron-ford-wins-nevada-governor-race-over-joe-lombardo.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:46:12 -0500 Aaron Ford, a Democrat, won the Nevada governor race over Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo, according to the Associated Press, which declared him the winner at 4:46 a.m. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/tinto-brass-director-of-caligula-dies-at-93.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/tinto-brass-director-of-caligula-dies-at-93.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:44:39 -0500 Italian filmmaker Tinto Brass, known for his controversial and erotic films including 'Caligula,' died Wednesday in Rome, his family announced. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/canva-announces-major-job-cuts-amid-slowing-growth.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/canva-announces-major-job-cuts-amid-slowing-growth.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:44:13 -0500 Perkins noted that the company's growth has slowed for the first time in a decade, making this year 'our hardest yet.' She explained that the restructuring is necessary to adapt to new technologies that are transforming how people create content and what they expect from software products. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/jack-campbell-updates-on-neck-injury-recovery.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/jack-campbell-updates-on-neck-injury-recovery.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:43:22 -0500 Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell has provided an update on his recovery from a neck injury sustained during Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-s-lame-duck-status-after-midterms.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-s-lame-duck-status-after-midterms.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:42:46 -0500 Observers noted that Trump's influence could extend beyond the midterm elections, with some suggesting he is already entering the lame-duck period of his second presidency. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/enough-phone-launches-on-kickstarter-for-399.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/enough-phone-launches-on-kickstarter-for-399.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:41:30 -0500 The Enough Phone, a compact smartphone, launches on Kickstarter for early backers at $399, aiming to test the market's appetite for smaller devices. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hubble-uncovers-oxygen-mystery-in-dwarf-galaxies.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hubble-uncovers-oxygen-mystery-in-dwarf-galaxies.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:41:10 -0500 In addition to the oxygen mystery, Hubble has also provided new data on Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/spanish-film-la-bola-negra-wins-tiff-people-s-choice-award.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/spanish-film-la-bola-negra-wins-tiff-people-s-choice-award.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:40:46 -0500 The Spanish film 'La Bola Negra' has won the People's Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), a prize often seen as a bellwether for Oscar success. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/us-trade-deficit-narrows-in-september-but-remains-elevated.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/us-trade-deficit-narrows-in-september-but-remains-elevated.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:39:56 -0500 The US trade deficit narrowed slightly in September, contracting by 0.7% to $105 billion, according to the Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis and Census Bureau. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-encourages-young-people-to-show-gentle-courage.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-encourages-young-people-to-show-gentle-courage.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:38:35 -0500 Pope Leo XIV released a message for World Youth Day, encouraging young people to embrace 'gentle courage' and not be afraid to show their true selves. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/2026-nfl-trade-block-big-board-entering-week-9.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/2026-nfl-trade-block-big-board-entering-week-9.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:38:18 -0500 The NFL trade deadline is rapidly approaching, with less than a week remaining until the cutoff. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/dartmouth-provost-resigns-over-ai-use-in-writing.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/dartmouth-provost-resigns-over-ai-use-in-writing.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:33:28 -0500 Santiago Schnell, Dartmouth College's provost, resigned on October 28, 2026, following an investigation into his extensive use of artificial intelligence (AI) in his writings. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/caitlin-clark-becomes-first-brand-partner-for-dick-s-sporting-goods-an.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/caitlin-clark-becomes-first-brand-partner-for-dick-s-sporting-goods-an.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:32:49 -0500 WNBA star Caitlin Clark has become the first athlete to partner with both Dick's Sporting Goods and Foot Locker, marking a significant milestone for both retail giants. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/israel-election-commission-rejects-fraud-claims-certifies-results.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/israel-election-commission-rejects-fraud-claims-certifies-results.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:28:46 -0500 The Central Elections Committee of Israel has certified the results of last week's parliamentary elections, finding no evidence of fraud that would compromise the integrity of the vote. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/rafael-nadal-to-join-real-madrid-board.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/rafael-nadal-to-join-real-madrid-board.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:26:43 -0500 Real Madrid announced on Wednesday that they plan to appoint retired tennis superstar Rafael Nadal to their board of directors, pending ratification by the club's members at the general assembly on November 21. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/european-supermarkets-hit-by-cyberattacks-on-freezers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/european-supermarkets-hit-by-cyberattacks-on-freezers.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:21:17 -0500 The attacks caused significant damage, with Giuseppe Spadaro, director of Coop supermarkets in Sicily, reporting that four of its 300 stores were hit, resulting in thousands of euros in losses. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/apple-launches-siri-recap-and-live-rewind-in-beta-for-apple-watch.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/apple-launches-siri-recap-and-live-rewind-in-beta-for-apple-watch.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:15:37 -0500 Live Rewind allows users to double-press the Digital Crown to see a transcript of the previous 15 seconds of a conversation. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ilhan-omar-calls-trump-a-bigot-after-winning-re-election.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ilhan-omar-calls-trump-a-bigot-after-winning-re-election.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:13:05 -0500 Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., called President Donald Trump a 'bigot' in a speech to supporters after winning re-election on Tuesday, according to Fox News. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/government-without-a-majority-majority-without-a-government-israel-s-n.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/government-without-a-majority-majority-without-a-government-israel-s-n.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:11:06 -0500 Military objections to proposed pre-election attacks on Iran have also surfaced, adding to the political tensions. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-addresses-economic-injustice-at-general-audience.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-addresses-economic-injustice-at-general-audience.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:09:32 -0500 Pope Leo XIV encouraged young people to follow the example of those who have faithfully served in fields that address the wounds of peoples and those who suffer injustice, offering grounds for hope for the future of humanity, according to OSV News. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/google-s-pixel-11-phones-are-up-to-27-percent-off.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/google-s-pixel-11-phones-are-up-to-27-percent-off.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:08:17 -0500 Google is running a Memorial Day sale on its Pixel 11 series phones, offering discounts of up to 27% off, according to 9to5Google. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/khamenei-warns-us-hostility-will-persist-despite-midterm-losses.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/khamenei-warns-us-hostility-will-persist-despite-midterm-losses.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:07:02 -0500 Khamenei struck a 'cautious' note, warning that a party shift in the US would not persuade Washington to abandon its hostility against Iran. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/us-news-will-lame-duck-trump-cause-a-flap-after-the-midterms-04-nov-20.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/us-news-will-lame-duck-trump-cause-a-flap-after-the-midterms-04-nov-20.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:35:05 -0500 The midterm elections saw a significant voter turnout, with the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finding registered voters favoring Democrats for Congress over Republicans by 12 percentage points. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/nba-pauses-schedule-on-election-day-nhl-continues-play.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/nba-pauses-schedule-on-election-day-nhl-continues-play.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:12:05 -0500 The NBA’s decision to pause its schedule on election day is part of a broader initiative to encourage voter participation and social engagement. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/watchos-27-3-beta-adds-new-siri-recap-and-live-rewind-features-for-app.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/watchos-27-3-beta-adds-new-siri-recap-and-live-rewind-features-for-app.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:11:15 -0500 Apple first announced these features at its September event, promising they would be available in beta later this year. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-addresses-economic-and-social-reforms-in-general-audience.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/pope-leo-xiv-addresses-economic-and-social-reforms-in-general-audience.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:08:12 -0500 Pope Leo XIV addressed the need for socioeconomic reforms and a change in mentality during his general audience, emphasizing the importance of solidarity, justice, and peace in public life. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/nba-takes-election-day-break-while-other-leagues-play-on.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/nba-takes-election-day-break-while-other-leagues-play-on.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:10:24 -0500 In contrast, other major sports leagues such as the NHL and college football and basketball continued their games on Election Day. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/talarico-defeats-paxton-in-texas-senate-race.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/talarico-defeats-paxton-in-texas-senate-race.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:09:15 -0500 Democrat James Talarico secured the Texas Senate seat over Republican Ken Paxton, marking a significant victory for the Democratic Party in the state. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ford-wins-indiana-s-5th-congressional-district.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/ford-wins-indiana-s-5th-congressional-district.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:01:10 -0500 The Indiana Supreme Court's ruling in favor of Spencer Deery, confirming him as the Republican candidate for Senate District 23, highlights the importance of legal decisions in shaping election outcomes. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/melat-kiros-wins-colorado-race-becomes-first-gen-z-woman-in-congress.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/melat-kiros-wins-colorado-race-becomes-first-gen-z-woman-in-congress.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:55:42 -0500 Democratic socialist Melat Kiros won the Colorado 1st Congressional District race on Tuesday, defeating incumbent Diana DeGette. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/eu-urges-ukraine-to-speed-up-reforms-for-accession.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/eu-urges-ukraine-to-speed-up-reforms-for-accession.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:44:28 -0500 The reports from Centre for European Reform and Kyivindependent agree that Ukraine must accept that the EU will not bypass the standard accession process. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/apple-watch-series-12-and-ultra-4-beta-launch-siri-recap-and-live.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/apple-watch-series-12-and-ultra-4-beta-launch-siri-recap-and-live.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:40:48 -0500 Users can save Siri Recap summaries and Live Rewind text snippets to the Siri app for later access, with summaries deleted after seven days if not used. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-win-senate-control-in-midterms.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-win-senate-control-in-midterms.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:39:37 -0500 In Tuesday's midterm elections, Democrats secured control of the US Senate, marking a significant shift in power as they now hold 54 seats compared to Republicans' 44, with one race still undecided. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/redistricting-efforts-key-to-house-majority-in-2026-midterms.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/redistricting-efforts-key-to-house-majority-in-2026-midterms.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:36:24 -0500 Cook Political notes that few remember a time when one party had a firm grip on a majority in Washington, emphasizing that redistricting is the most important factor in the upcoming elections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/iran-s-khamenei-says-us-hostility-will-persist-regardless-of-party-in.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/iran-s-khamenei-says-us-hostility-will-persist-regardless-of-party-in.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:50:18 -0500 Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned that any renewed United States military attack on Iran would trigger a much stronger response, according to a message released on Wednesday following the US midterm elections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/bohannan-unseats-miller-meeks-in-iowa-s-1st-district.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/bohannan-unseats-miller-meeks-in-iowa-s-1st-district.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:26:27 -0500 Democratic candidate Christina Bohannan defeated Republican incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks in Iowa's 1st Congressional District race, securing 54% of the vote with 97% of ballots counted, according to unofficial results from the Iowa Capital Dispatch and KTIV. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hackers-target-european-supermarkets-raise-freezer-temperatures.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hackers-target-european-supermarkets-raise-freezer-temperatures.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:17:52 -0500 Hackers raised temperatures in refrigeration systems at supermarkets in at least 11 European countries, including Germany, Romania, and the United Kingdom, on Monday, according to officials. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/washington-voters-approve-initiative-separating-boys-and-girls-sports.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/washington-voters-approve-initiative-separating-boys-and-girls-sports.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:07:24 -0500 Both Fox News and the Washingtonstatestandard highlighted that if approved, Initiative 638 would be the first time voters in a blue state approved a statewide law separating boys' and girls' K-12 sports. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-show-strong-fundraising-in-second-quarter.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-show-strong-fundraising-in-second-quarter.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:18:07 -0500 Democrats reported strong fundraising results in the second quarter, with many vulnerable incumbents raising over $1 million, according to Cook Political Report and Roll Call. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/carrick-gets-another-chance-at-man-utd.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/carrick-gets-another-chance-at-man-utd.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:03:35 -0500 Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick will be given another chance to turn the club's fortunes around, despite a dismal start to the season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hackers-raise-temperatures-in-european-supermarket-freezers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hackers-raise-temperatures-in-european-supermarket-freezers.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:57:57 -0500 Supermarket chains in at least seven European countries have said the temperatures of refrigerators and freezers in some of their shops soared overnight to as high as 50C (122F), echoing a cyber-attack last month that caused millions of euros of damage in France. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/south-korea-launches-second-kss-iii-batch-ii-submarine-roks-seo-hui.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/south-korea-launches-second-kss-iii-batch-ii-submarine-roks-seo-hui.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:50:33 -0500 Navalnews.com noted that the Jang Bogo-III Batch-I program comprises three 3,000-ton-class submarines: Dosan Ahn Chang-ho (SS-083), Ahn Mu (SS-085), and Shin Chae-ho (SS-086), while the Batch-II program includes the lead submarine Jang Yeong-sil (SS-087) and the second vessel, Seo Hui (SS-088). https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-admits-iran-war-partly-responsible-for-gop-s-midterm-defeat.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-admits-iran-war-partly-responsible-for-gop-s-midterm-defeat.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:48:58 -0500 Less than two months before the midterms, gas prices had increased by 37 percent compared to the same period last year, according to The Atlantic. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/miller-loses-ohio-re-election-amid-abuse-allegations.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/miller-loses-ohio-re-election-amid-abuse-allegations.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:38:32 -0500 Miller's defeat comes after domestic abuse allegations, which he denies, shook his campaign, spurring Democrats to invest more in Poindexter’s bid despite President Donald Trump winning the district by 11 points in 2024. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/michael-carrick-has-found-man-utd-s-saviour.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/michael-carrick-has-found-man-utd-s-saviour.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:20:25 -0500 Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick will be given another chance to turn the club's fortunes around, despite a dismal start to the season. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/dem-wins-trump-targeted-texas-district-in-rebuke-of-republican-redistr.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/dem-wins-trump-targeted-texas-district-in-rebuke-of-republican-redistr.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:13:42 -0500 Monica De La Cruz secured a victory in the Texas 35th Congressional District, defeating Republican incumbent Carlos De La Cruz in a race that was closely watched due to its significance in the broader political landscape. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hakeem-jeffries-declares-america-is-back-after-democratic-victory.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/hakeem-jeffries-declares-america-is-back-after-democratic-victory.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:04:22 -0500 House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries declared 'America is back' after Democrats regained control of the House of Representatives, according to Breitbart. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/tech-bounces-mid-terms-favor-the-dems-voters-push-back-on-data-centers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/tech-bounces-mid-terms-favor-the-dems-voters-push-back-on-data-centers.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:14:07 -0500 In a separate development, Senate Democrats blocked a bill that would have encouraged Big Tech companies to cover the cost of rising utility expenses tied to data center construction and AI model training. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/dartmouth-provost-resigns-amid-ai-writing-controversy.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/dartmouth-provost-resigns-amid-ai-writing-controversy.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:00:25 -0500 Santiago Schnell, Dartmouth College's provost, resigned on October 28, 2026, following an investigation into his use of artificial intelligence (AI) in his writings. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/troy-jackson-defeats-gop-sen-susan-collins-in-maine.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/troy-jackson-defeats-gop-sen-susan-collins-in-maine.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 04:56:18 -0500 Troy Jackson, a Democrat, defeated Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine's Senate race, according to projections by NBC News and Scrippsnews. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/if-hackers-can-take-control-of-a-supermarket-freezer-how-vulnerable-is.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/if-hackers-can-take-control-of-a-supermarket-freezer-how-vulnerable-is.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 04:53:03 -0500 Hackers remotely raised temperatures in refrigeration units at supermarkets in seven European countries, spoiling food worth millions of euros. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-win-house-control-vow-to-combat-trump.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-win-house-control-vow-to-combat-trump.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 03:57:50 -0500 Democrats secured control of the House of Representatives, marking their largest majority in nearly two decades, according to NBC News projections. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-congratulates-democrats-after-dominant-midterms-says-he-looks-fo.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-congratulates-democrats-after-dominant-midterms-says-he-looks-fo.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 03:56:31 -0500 Former President Donald Trump congratulated Democrats on their midterm victories, saying he looks forward to working with them. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-projected-to-win-control-of-both-chambers.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/democrats-projected-to-win-control-of-both-chambers.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 03:27:43 -0500 According to election forecasting agency Decision Desk HQ, Democrats have flipped control of the U.S. Senate, adding to their projected majority in the House. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/troy-jackson-defeats-susan-collins-in-maine-senate-race.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/troy-jackson-defeats-susan-collins-in-maine-senate-race.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 03:13:49 -0500 Troy Jackson, a Democrat, defeated Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine's Senate race, according to projections by NBC News and other outlets. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-says-in-interview-that-he-will-accept-election-results.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/trump-says-in-interview-that-he-will-accept-election-results.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 02:22:59 -0500 Donald Trump told The New York Times that he was 'absolutely willing to accept those results' and would cooperate with the Democrats, saying, 'We expect to work with them,' despite his party's looming defeat. https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/james-talarico-wins-texas-senate-seat-in-historic-democratic-victory.html https://warpbeat.com/stories/2026/11/04/james-talarico-wins-texas-senate-seat-in-historic-democratic-victory.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 02:14:31 -0500 James Talarico, a Democrat and former schoolteacher, won the U.S. Senate seat for Texas, defeating Republican incumbent Ken Paxton in a historic victory for the Democratic Party.