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US midterm Election results 2026 so far: When will results come in from Georgia, Texas and other key states? Check here
Election results 2026 so far: Americans are voting in the 2026 US midterm elections, with key races in Georgia, Pennsylvania, Texas and other states set to shape control of Congress. The first results are expected after polling stations begin closing at 6 pm Eastern Time on Tuesday. Here’s when the first results are expected and which states could take longer to declare winners.
Days before Washington DC power outage, US Department of Energy had issued warning
On Monday, a power outage hit the Foggy Bottom area of Washington DC, leaving over 1,100 residents in the dark. The incident was caused by a malfunction at a Pepco substation, impacting essential government services nearby. Emergency teams responded quickly to reports of smoke and a manhole explosion close to the World Bank. Traffic lights were down, causing significant disruptions until power was restored later in the afternoon.
‘Don’t have enough time’: Trump‘s ‘very strong shot’ in final speech ahead of US midterm polls; here’s what he said
Trump delivered his final remarks before the midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He expressed concern that midterm outcomes may not favor him or his party. Amid political commentary, Trump focused extensively on the renovation of the Reflecting Pool rather than pressing economic issues. Over 57 million ballots were cast before the General Election, significantly surpassing the previous elections.
Washington DC power outage update: Pepco says power restored for all customers in Foggy Bottom after over 1100 hit, GWU classes canceled
On November 2, more than 1,100 customers were without power in Foggy Bottom due to an issue at Pepco's I Street Substation. D.C. Fire and EMS responded to reports of smoke from manholes in the area. George Washington University canceled most classes during the outage and monitored Pepco's restoration efforts closely. By 2:20 pm, power was fully restored, allowing classes to resume the following day.
Where are the remote Aleutian Islands? What makes this region so important, and why has the US Air Force sent F-16 fighter jets there?
The exercise tested the US military's ability to deploy fighter aircraft to remote locations and maintain readiness far from its main bases. The mission involved two F-16s, F-35 Lightning IIs assigned to Eielson Air Force Base, an E-3 Sentry from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Canadian fighter jets. Aerial refueling aircraft also supported the operations.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman questions why people keep so much RAM in their computers; but what happens when the internet goes down?
Altman questioned the efficiency of people keeping large amounts of DRAM in personal computers when that memory is being used only around 5% of the time. He argued that from a global resource-allocation perspective, memory could be used more efficiently in cloud data centres, where multiple users can access shared computing resources.
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Washington DC power outage: Helpline for Pepco customers, maps, restoration time and checklists
Pepco Outage map: The disruption affected parts of Foggy Bottom and downtown Washington DC. The incident also prompted an emergency response after smoke was reported coming from multiple manholes in the area. The reported outage affected more than 1,100 Pepco customers. The affected area included the vicinity of 23rd Street NW and I Street NW.
Washington DC power outage today: Smoke comes out of manholes in Foggy Bottom neighbourhood just one day before US midterm elections 2026
A power cut occurred in Washington DC on Monday. It impacted over 1,176 Pepco customers. George Washington University and other government buildings in the area faced the power cut due to a power outage at a substation. Smoke was also reported to come out of manholes. This happened just one day before the US midterm elections 2026.
Power outage Washington DC today: World Bank hit by manhole explosion as State Department, George Washington University and 1,100+ Pepco customers lose power
On November 2, Foggy Bottom and downtown Washington DC experienced a significant power outage affecting over 1,100 customers. Emergency crews rushed to the scene due to reports of smoke from various manholes, creating safety concerns. Notable buildings including those linked to the US State Department and George Washington University were left without power.
In 2025 Poundland sold to Gordon Brothers at €1, now the UK discount retailer is staring at insolvency
Poundland may soon face insolvency, with the potential loss of approximately 600 UK stores and over 10,000 jobs. The crisis unfolds as major owner Gordon Brothers resists an emergency sale put forth by Martin Property Group. This clash could propel Poundland into insolvency proceedings imminently. However, a fresh takeover bid within the next 48 hours could still change the course of events.
Poundland sold for £1 as store closures and job losses loom
UK discount retailer Poundland has a new owner. Gordon Brothers, a US firm, bought it from Pepco Group for a nominal fee. The deal includes over 800 stores and 16,000 employees. Poundland faces challenges like rising costs and competition. Restructuring is planned, potentially involving store closures. Pepco will still provide financial support and retain a minority stake.
Global apparel deals flowing into India amid Bangladesh crisis
Tiruppur's knitwear export hub has secured ₹450 crore in orders from global brands due to political unrest in Bangladesh. Orders include kids wear, nightwear, tops, and pyjamas. Noida Apparel Export Cluster also saw a 15% increase in orders from Zara. The situation highlights the need for an India-EU free trade agreement.
Made-in-India fights a battle of tags on American, European shelves
India has been positioning itself as a major player in global manufacturing, taking advantage of post-pandemic supply chain shifts. Brands like Walmart and Marks & Spencer increased sourcing from India. This trend highlights India's growing appeal in comparison to other Asian countries, driven by competitive manufacturing costs and free trade agreements.
Top global brands like Marks & Spencer, Walmart and Pepco may boost India sourcing after import duty relief
Brands who may have origins in other countries but have a presence in Australia like Kmart and Target, too are buying large volumes of garments from Tiruppur to take advantage of the India-Australia Free Trade Agreement, said KM Subramanian, president of Tiruppur Exporters Association (TEA). Also, Australian brands like BIG W and Woolworth are placing orders after the FTA.
Britain's tea supply face disruption from Red Sea crisis
Shipping disruptions in the Red Sea could lead to potential supply chain disruptions for major clothing retailers like Next, Pepco Group, Primark, and Matalan. These retailers have voiced concerns about the impact of Red Sea shipping woes on their supply chains.
Explainer: What does Red Sea disruption mean for Europe's economy?
Weeks of attacks by Iranian-backed Houthi militants in the Red Sea have disrupted shipping in the Suez Canal, which carries 12% of global container traffic. Prolonged disruption poses a new risk to the European economy, potentially derailing plans by central banks to cut interest rates.
US: Plane caught in power lines after crash, 2 occupants unhurt
The Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement that the single-engine plane, which had departed White Plains, New York, crashed into the power lines near Montgomery County Airpark in Gaithersburg around 5:40 p.m. Sunday. The FAA said two people were aboard.
Amid electric vehicle boom, US seeks to flood 'charging deserts'
Lonte, who declined to give his full name, said he hoped to buy an electric vehicle in the coming years, but could think of only one other public charging station, at an upscale waterfront development nearby.U.S. electric vehicle (EV) sales grew by 85% from 2020 to 2021, the government said in March, making the country the world's third-largest EV market behind China and Europe
Price pinch: Global economy caught in perfect storm
An acute shortage of warehouse workers, truckers and butchers as the world's fifth-largest economy deals with Brexit as well as COVID-19 is exacerbating global strains.
Investment group inks offshore US wind farm deal
A subsidiary of the Babcock & Brown investment group said on Monday that it had signed a 25-year deal to sell power generated by an offshore US wind farm to an East Coast utility company.
Power outage hits Washington, White House
A power outage on Friday caused a blackout in parts of downtown Washington, including the White House, leaving thousands without electricity and sparking fires on the subway, officials said.
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