Supreme Court rejects Trump administration's bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots

Los Angeles Times - Nov 2, 2026

The appeal by the Trump administration came just before the midterm election, and after federal judges rejected the bid to set aside the 20,000 California ballots.

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US Supreme Court rejects Trump, lets California count all ballots

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China’s ruling Communist Party has pledged to target “old nice persons” within its ranks as it steps up its anti-corruption drive ahead of a major leadership reshuffle next year. Rendered in Chinese as lao hao ren, the term refers to unprincipled, conflict-averse officials who turn a blind eye to misconduct to protect their own careers and social standing. A resolution adopted at the close of the party’s 20th Central Committee’s fifth plenum last week signalled a crackdown on this culture of...

PDP-Laban holds indignation rally outside SC for Rodrigo Duterte, Bato dela Rosa

Nov 3, 2026

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Despite rainy weather, members and supporters of political party Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban) gathered outside the Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday morning.

ICC prosecutors want to admit 3 pre-recorded testimonies on Duterte's 'narco-list'

Nov 3, 2026

ICC prosecutors want to admit 3 pre-recorded testimonies on Duterte's 'narco-list'

PRAGUE, Czech Republic - To expedite the proceedings in Rodrigo Duterte"s case before the International Criminal Court (ICC), the Office of the Prosecutor seeks to admit three pre-recorded witness testimonies regarding the former president"s “narco list”.

OpenAI executive urges caution in China-US AI talks, warns of distillation threats

Nov 3, 2026

OpenAI executive urges caution in China-US AI talks, warns of distillation threats

A top OpenAI executive said on Monday that Washington needs to be “clear-eyed” and “aware” about sharing information with Beijing during coming talks on artificial intelligence (AI), while also warning about the threat posed by alleged Chinese distillation attacks. “Be very clear-eyed. Be very aware of what information you are able to expect in return for what you are sharing, and start to build a foundation,” said Caroline Zier, OpenAI’s deputy lead for national security, during a discussion at...

US midterm elections 2026: all you need to know

Nov 3, 2026

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Americans go to the polls on Tuesday, November 3, in midterm elections that could reshape the final two years of Donald Trump’s second term as president. Control of both chambers of Congress is in play, along with 36 governorships. Polls suggest Democrats go into the vote with an advantage, but the outcome will hinge on a few dozen closely fought races. More than 100 million people are expected to vote if turnout matches the 2022 midterms. By October 12, a record US$3.8 billion had been spent on...

Mayoral candidate Nithya Raman ousts campaign staffer over 'reprehensible' remarks

Nov 2, 2026

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Walang Pasok: High heat index prompts class suspensions on Nov. 3

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MANILA, Philippines — Some schools and local governments have announced the suspension of face-to-face classes for Tuesday, Nov. 3, because of expected high heat indices. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said a heat index of 42°C to 51°C is already dangerous, pointing out that with this level of heat, “heat cramps and

California officials brace for unprecedented election interference by Trump administration

Nov 2, 2026

California officials brace for unprecedented election interference by Trump administration

Gov. Gavin Newsom and others have warned of Trump administration interference in the midterm election, including potentially through attempted ballot seizures.

EXPLAINER: ICC Rules 68.2 and 68.3: How prior witness testimonies may be used in Duterte trial

Nov 2, 2026

EXPLAINER: ICC Rules 68.2 and 68.3: How prior witness testimonies may be used in Duterte trial

THE HAGUE -- Rules 68.2 and 68.3 of the International Criminal Court's (ICC) Rules of Procedure and Evidence were mentioned during the fifth and final status conference in the case of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte on Monday.

Will ‘strategic stability’ with China go out the window if Trump loses the midterms?

Nov 2, 2026

Will ‘strategic stability’ with China go out the window if Trump loses the midterms?

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U.S. air travel compensation is changing. What Canadians should know

Nov 2, 2026

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