Midterm Election donors spent millions. Their candidates lost. We did the math.
Elon Musk spent more than $200 million backing Ken Paxton in Texas. Paxton lost with 4 million votes, or about 1 vote for every $50 Musk spent.Continue Reading
FACT CHECK: Marcos not impeached, replaced by Sara Duterte
Claim: Vice President Sara Duterte will replace President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. after his impeachment. The Supreme Court (SC) also ordered Marcos’ arrest. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: A YouTube channel named “PINAS NEWS INSIDER” with over 1 million subscribers posted the claim on November 2. The video isContinue Reading
FACT CHECK: Marcos didn’t say earning P96 a day means Filipinos aren’t poor
Claim: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said that people who make P96 a day are not considered poor. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: Facebook user David Dodong posted a supposed quote card of Marcos bearing the claim. The quote reads, “Kapag kumikita ka ng 96 pesos kada araw ay hindiContinue Reading
Farmer kidnappings expose cartel grip on rural Mexico
Eight villagers were kidnapped from a mountain community in southern Mexico. Seven returned, recounting weeks of abuse, thirst and threats, while one farmer remains missing. Survivors said their captors wanted control of the village’s forests and surrounding territory. Their accounts offer a rare glimpse into how cartels use abductions toContinue Reading
Ukraine raises Zaporizhia aid strike death toll to at least 50
Ukrainian officials say DNA tests are being used to identify bodies while up to 39 remain trapped under rubble., Ukrainian officials say DNA tests are being used to identify bodies while up to 39 remain trapped under rubble. The death toll from a Russian attack on an aid distribution centreContinue Reading
Portugal FA pledges to honour Cristiano Ronaldo as Jorge Jesus names squad
Portuguese FA promises to celebrate Ronaldo, although it is unclear whether he would agree to a farewell appearance., Portuguese FA promises to celebrate Ronaldo, although it is unclear whether he would agree to a farewell appearance. Portugal has pledged to honour Cristiano Ronaldo as manager Jorge Jesus named his firstContinue Reading
Media News Daily: Top Stories for 11/06/2026
This page hosts daily news stories about the media, social media, and the journalism industry. Get the latest Hirings and Firings, Media Transactions, Controversies, Censorship Issues, and more. Google, Meta and TikTok Challenge California Youth Social Media Law Google, Meta and TikTok have filed separate lawsuits seeking to block aContinue Reading
What Is a Drag Queen? History, Styles and the Words You’ll Hear
A drag queen makes a performance out of femininity. That can mean a wig, a gown and a lip-sync. It can also mean a joke so filthy the host has to wait for the room to recover. The performer could be a man, a woman or a nonbinary person. AsContinue Reading
The U.S. added 165,000 jobs in October, a bright spot for the economy
The economy added jobs in October, showing that a labor market which has troubled consumers for much of the year remained stable, but did not gain momentum., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Market Talk: ‘Nowhere to hide’ as AI selloff spreads
The UK has long been seen as a potential safe haven from the tech frenzy. As Wall Street’s AI fueled sell-off spreads across the Atlantic, Amati Global Investors’ Gregor Paterson explains why the UK’s relative cheapness could leave it with less to lose. #UK #technology #artificialintelligence #ai #wallstreet #News #ReutersContinue Reading
Navitas launches 2,300 V full-bridge SiC module for megawatt charging and grid storage
Navitas Semiconductor has introduced a family of 2,300 V full-bridge silicon carbide (SiC) power modules designed to improve efficiency and power density in solid-state transformers, grid-scale battery storage, solar inverters and EV megawatt charging infrastructure. The G4H08MT23GB4 family uses the SiCPAK form factor and has an on-resistance of 8 mΩ.Continue Reading
EcoG and Siemens partner to implement a new generation of EV charger software
Munich-based EcoG and electrical powerhouse Siemens are combining their automation and charging technologies to support manufacturers of EV fast charging hardware. EcoG is now an official Siemens Product Partner for SIMATIC automation systems, and will handle system integration and field operations. More than 50 manufacturers of DC fast chargers useContinue Reading
After cancer surgery, Pope Leo embarks on Latin America trip
Pope Leo XIV is kicking off a three-nation tour of Latin America with a visit to Uruguay, Read MoreContinue Reading