Des Moines, Iowa. On Tuesday, Democratic voters selected between state Rep. Josh Turek and state Sen. Zach Wahls in a closely watched primary to determine the party nominee for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Joni Ernst. VoteVets spent nearly $9.9 million backing Turek, and national figures and...
Annapolis — Maryland election officials began counting returned mail‑in ballots on Monday after a statewide printing vendor error forced the reissuance of more than half a million ballots ahead of the June 23 primary; replacement ballots were mailed to every voter who requested mail‑in ballots when officials could not determine...
Los Angeles, United States – HBO has confirmed that its drama series Euphoria has officially concluded following the season three finale, “In God We Trust,” which aired on May 31, 2026. The network said no fourth season will be produced, ending the series after a seven-year run and a total...
Washington, United States — A new report from cybersecurity firm Check Point warns that threat actors are actively preparing to interfere with the 2026 U.S. midterm elections by targeting the broader digital infrastructure that supports the vote. The research forecasts a surge in malicious activity aimed at campaign infrastructure, online...
SPRINGFIELD — Illinois lawmakers passed a $55.9 billion state budget early Monday after an overnight legislative session, approving the largest spending plan in state history. The Senate cleared the measure 37-21 and the House approved it about 4 a.m. by a 76-39 vote; the bill now goes to Gov. J.B....
HOUSTON. Weatherford International announced on June 1, 2026, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire NCS Multistage, offering NCS shareholders a choice of Weatherford common stock or a stock-plus-cash mix; the blended ratio equals 0.463 Weatherford shares per NCS share with up to 19.99% payable in cash. The...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. Early Monday, the Illinois Senate approved a 37-17 measure to allow municipalities to form stadium authorities capable of financing and operating professional sports venues, but the Illinois House adjourned without voting on the proposal after an overnight session. The amendment, filed late Sunday as part of House Bill...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — On Sunday night, May 31, Alabama defeated Oklahoma State 9-7 in 11 innings at Sewell-Thomas Stadium when catcher Brady Neal hit a two-out, three-run home run in the 11th inning. The victory clinched the Tuscaloosa Regional for No. 7-seeded Alabama and ended Oklahoma State’s run in the...
Paris. USA Rare Earth announced on June 1 that it intends to invest more than €175 million in France through 2030 to expand rare-earth metal, alloy and magnet manufacturing, building on its Lacq production facility and a strategic stake in Carester SAS in partnership with InfraVia Capital Partners. The company said...
Vancouver, Canada. Grande Portage Resources Ltd. announced on June 1, 2026 that it is advancing engineering studies, environmental fieldwork, and a 2026 drill program at the New Amalga Gold property near Juneau, Alaska, to prepare for the federal Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and permitting process. The company identified consultants, including...
