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Adam Hamilton becomes first Kansas Democrat to win Senate seat in nearly a century

Pastor Adam Hamilton has made history by becoming the first Kansas Democrat to win a Senate seat in almost 100 years, ending a gap that stretches back...

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Israel’s president to consult parties after election deadlock

Israel’s president, Isaac Herzog, is due to begin consultations with political parties following an election deadlock. He has warned that politicians...

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Republicans Blame Trump for Midterm Defeat

Some Republicans have blamed Donald Trump for their midterm defeat, arguing that his focus on his legacy and failure to address voters’ concerns damag...

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PM calls for focus on cost of living after US election results

The Prime Minister has said attention should turn to the cost of living following the US election results. Andy Burnham said prices would not come dow...

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Elon Musk’s $47m political spending fails to secure Texas for Republicans

Elon Musk’s political action committee contributed $47m to Ken Paxton’s campaign, but the spending did not deliver Texas for Republicans in fiercely c...

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Angry voters and unpopular president cited in Republican losses

An analysis of Republican defeats examines why voters in traditionally Republican areas turned to Democratic candidates, highlighting voter anger and...

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Survivor urges Scottish Government to speed up grooming gang inquiry

Holly Alex, who says she was groomed as a teenager, has called on the Scottish Government to act more quickly on its promise to establish an inquiry.

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Abdul El-Sayed defeats Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race

Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan, becoming the first Muslim senator in US history.

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Trump says Republicans would have won in a landslide

Donald Trump has criticised Republicans while claiming they would have secured a decisive victory if his name had appeared on the ballot. He also said...

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James Talarico becomes first Democrat to win Texas Senate seat since 1988

James Talarico has become the first Democrat to win a Texas Senate seat since 1988, in a result described as part of historic Democratic gains in the...

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Early US midterm results show gains for Democrats

Vote counting is continuing in the United States midterm elections, with early results indicating gains for the Democratic Party and scenes of celebra...

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Maps and charts show how America voted in US midterm elections

A collection of maps and charts illustrates voting patterns across the United States during the midterm elections, although no specific results or fig...

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South Carolina elects Democratic senator after nearly 30 years

South Carolina has elected a Democratic senator for the first time in almost three decades. Darline Graham was chosen to take over the seat previously...

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Democrats record decisive wins in two previously competitive Senate races

Two US Senate contests once expected to be closely fought have delivered clear victories for the Democrats, prompting consideration of wider gains and...

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Miliband says slavery apology would not cost UK taxpayers

Foreign Secretary Miliband has said an apology for Britain’s role in slavery would not impose costs on taxpayers, arguing that the country must confro...

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Ossoff projected to retain Georgia seat after Republican challenge

Democrat Ossoff is projected to hold his seat in Georgia after defeating a challenge from Republican Mike Collins, strengthening Democratic control in...

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ANC faces pressure as South Africans vote in local elections

The African National Congress is under pressure to address declining local services as South Africans cast their votes in local elections. Residents h...

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