A new Fox News survey reveals Democrats leading Republicans 52% to 46% in a generic congressional ballot for the 2026 midterms, the highest level of support recorded for either party in this poll series. Voter priorities and sharp partisan divides on key issues shape the early political landscape.
Chinese authorities have executed four individuals convicted of running a multi-billion dollar telecom fraud and gambling network from Myanmar, responsible for six deaths. The move follows last week's execution of 11 others, signaling Beijing's intensifying campaign against organized cybercrime in Southeast Asia.
DoubleVerify's nomination for a Digiday award spotlights its News Accelerator initiative, a strategic push to bolster quality journalism and advertiser confidence in digital news environments. The move comes as the industry grapples with brand safety and seeks more transparent ad placements.
Blockchain security firm CertiK reports a dramatic spike in cryptocurrency thefts for January 2026, with losses hitting $370.3 million—the highest monthly figure in 11 months. The surge is driven by a mix of sophisticated social engineering attacks and persistent on-chain exploits, highlighting the evolving threats facing the digital asset space.
Laura Fernandez, a close ally of outgoing populist President Rodrigo Chaves, has been elected Costa Rica's next leader. She pledges to continue his transformative agenda, including constitutional reforms and emergency measures to combat drug violence, signaling a profound shift for the nation.
As Costa Ricans cast their ballots this Sunday, the election is defined by unprecedented security fears, economic inequality, and widespread political disenchantment, challenging the country's long-held identity as a peaceful and stable democracy.
Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) denounced activists seeking to expose the personal information of immigration enforcement personnel, calling the practice dangerous and unacceptable during a Sunday television appearance.
GameStop's stock jumped nearly 5% Friday after the company announced plans for a billion-dollar acquisition, described by CEO Ryan Cohen as a potentially 'transformational' move for the retailer and the markets.
A firefighter has been convicted and sentenced to life in prison for the 2020 murder of Melissa Lamesch, who was days from giving birth to his son, and for setting her home ablaze in an attempt to destroy evidence.
Exclusive testimony from Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, who fled the last hospital in Sudan's strategic el-Fasher, details a three-day ordeal of hiding from paramilitary forces, witnessing mass casualties, and surviving a kidnapping and ransom demand—shedding light on a siege the U.N. calls a 'massive crime scene.'
In a cafe in eastern Turkey, Iranian exiles gather, their eyes fixed on news from home. As a new wave of protests meets a severe crackdown, those who fled earlier unrest watch, wait, and voice a desperate mix of anguish, anger, and fragile hope.
Sanofi reports a pivotal Phase 3 win for its investigational therapy venglustat in a rare neurological disorder, alongside positive EU regulatory news for Rezurock and progress for amlitelimab, signaling a strategic shift toward high-value specialty medicines.
Steve Wright, the serial killer serving life for the 2006 Ipswich murders, has pleaded guilty to the 1999 kidnapping and murder of 17-year-old Victoria Hall, bringing long-awaited closure to a family and exposing an earlier chapter of his crimes.
Chinese courts have executed four individuals convicted of running a multi-billion dollar scam and gambling network from Myanmar, responsible for multiple deaths. The move signals Beijing's escalating pressure on Southeast Asia's industrial-scale cybercrime hubs.
As a Utah murder trial resumes, defense attorneys are pressing to remove the entire county prosecutor's office from the case, arguing the presence of a lead attorney's child at the crime scene creates an untenable conflict. Legal experts weigh the high bar for such motions.
Los Angeles skincare entrepreneur Dawn DaLuise spent months believing a business competitor was terrorizing her, only to discover the real perpetrators were two close friends—a revelation detailed in a new true-crime documentary.
Glaukos Corporation's iDose TR glaucoma therapy receives a key FDA labeling update, permitting repeat administration. While the news bolsters the company's growth narrative, analysts are divided on whether its current stock price already reflects future potential amid rich valuation metrics.
The commencement of sea trials for the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy coincides with the 140th anniversary of its builder, Newport News Shipbuilding, underscoring Huntington Ingalls Industries' entrenched role in U.S. naval defense and its long-term investment profile.
Federal authorities have taken charge of the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, with the FBI leading the probe and the Department of Homeland Security offering operational support, according to a CBS News report citing a DHS spokesperson.
Seventeen-year-old Hailey Buzbee vanished after leaving her Vermillion home in early January. Authorities now believe she is deceased and have arrested a man she met through online gaming, though murder charges have not yet been filed.
