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‘Alien-cortical’ mice: Can human brain cells grow inside animals?
Modified mice with human brain cells ignite debates over neurohybrids and the future of cross-species medical research.
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Visualising how the US midterms turned the map blue
Who voted, which seats flipped and who made history? A look at the numbers behind the 2026 US midterm elections.
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Congress defeat: How Trump’s allies are distancing themselves from Iran war
US Vice President JD Vance blames the war for the midterm rout as Democrats prepare to use Congress to rein it in.
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New Zealand braces for knife-edge election: What you need to know
Smaller parties hold the key, with major contenders expected to fall short of the majority needed to govern alone.
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Is Trump really a ‘lame duck’ after losing both houses of US Congress?
Despite losing legislative control, the US president still has strong executive powers to push his agenda forward.
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How big is the Republican midterms loss, and is there a silver lining?
The Republicans haven’t been this weakened in Congress since 1990, but they did have some wins.
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Can Democrats stop Iran war, reverse Trump’s tariffs after midterms win?
Democrats can block Trump’s legislative agenda, launch investigations but don’t have the numbers to override his veto.
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Democrats win control of House and Senate: Key US midterms takeaways
This is the first time in 20 years that a Republican president has lost both houses of US Congress.
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Democrats win Congress: How they did it, and what it means
With control of Congress, Democrats can challenge Trump’s agenda through subpoenas, confirmation votes.
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Netanyahu’s eight-seat problem
Netanyahu’s Likud-led bloc won the most seats in the general election, but forming a government is another battle
Published On 3 Nov 2026
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How US midterms have cost a record $12bn as cost of living soars
Candidates, donors and super PACs are spending more than ever on political campaigns.
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