Democrat James Talarico celebrates his projected victory in the Texas Senate race, declaring "Tonight, we defeated Goliath" in his victory speech in Austin.

The former schoolteacher and Presbyterian seminarian campaigned on what he described as a "politics of love", in a result projected to deal a historic blow to Republicans in the traditionally conservative state.

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan, becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate, according to media projections. His victory comes as Democrats secure control of both the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, giving them greater power to challenge Donald Trump's agenda and investigate his administration

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez appoints Carlos Cuerpo as transport minister after Oscar Puente resigned following the deadly train crash in Toledo.

Cuerpo, who previously served as deputy minister, takes over the portfolio as authorities continue investigating the disaster.

Sanchez said Puente resigned out of empathy for the victims, consistency and political dignity, adding that he accepted the decision with gratitude and respect.

Supporters of Democrat James Talarico erupt in celebration in Austin after he is projected to win a US Senate seat in Texas.

The victory would mark the first time a Democrat has won a Senate election in the traditionally Republican state since 1988.

One supporter declares: "Up and down the ballot Texas is turning blue, and it's about damn time."

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed draws thunderous applause during his victory speech in Detroit as he pays tribute to his wife, referring to her as "my bride for 20 years".

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed claims victory in the Michigan Senate race over former Republican lawmaker Mike Rogers, saying he is honoured to stand as the state's senator-elect.

In his victory speech in Detroit, El-Sayed also joked that Vice President JD Vance would be constitutionally required to swear him in this January, adding: "Wolverine one, Buckeye zero."

Boxing legend Mike Tyson meets Farah, Jordan's AI-powered government digital spokesperson, during his visit to the ancient city of Petra.

A wild boar attacks an 'Israeli' settler in Ramallah in an unexpected turn of events. Local Palestinian sources have reported that wild boars have been deliberately released by settlers in Palestinian areas to terrorize residents and damage their farmland.

Hundreds of firefighters from 20 European countries take to the streets of Brussels, demanding greater investment in their services.

Video shows fighting between Saudi-backed forces and Houthi fighters in Yemen's northeastern Al-Jawf province.

Government forces claimed to have captured the strategic Duhaidha mountain range, northeast of Al-Hazm, the Houthi-held provincial capital, following days of clashes.