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See how cutting-edge comms tech facilitates real-time data sharing among military units, enhancing efficiency and awareness on the field.

Cutting-edge comms tech proves to be key for soldiers: Weapons and Warfare

The deal, worth $5 million, seeks to keep shooters and spotters in communication, even if such infrastructure is destroyed.

Deal between US military and Persistent Systems to keep soldiers communicating

President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks, including Matt Gaetz, Pete Hegseth, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Elon Musk, have faced sexual misconduct allegations. Despite denials, their nominations reflect an administration seemingly hostile to the "Me Too" movement. The Senate will review their confirmations, with some Republicans expressing uncertainty about their prospects. Trump's own history of sexual misconduct allegations has also raised concerns.

Donald Trump projected to win 2024 presidential election: DDHQ

Missourians voted to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution. The move would reverse the state’s near-total ban on abortions.

Missouri approves amendment to protect abortion rights, overturning near-total ban

Colorado voters approved an amendment to enshrine the right to an abortion in the state constitution, expanding on a 2022 law.

Colorado joins Maryland, codifies abortion rights in state constitution

Voters in Maryland said they want to put abortion rights in the state's constitution. This measure further protects abortions in Maryland.

Maryland becomes first state to protect abortion in 2024 general election

Florida voters rejected a proposed constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights before fetal viability in the state.

Florida voters reject amendment to guarantee abortion access

Florida voters rejected a proposition that would legalize recreational marijuana in the state. It needed 60% support to pass.

Florida rejects proposition to legalize marijuana despite Trump, Harris support

Colleges across the U.S. are offering “coping spaces” to help students manage potential stress following the 2024 presidential election.

Universities create ‘coping spaces’ for students with election stress

FBI warns of fake videos depicting agency, false voting information

Astronauts voted early in the presidential election from the International Space Station and celebrated election day in space.

Astronauts celebrate Election Day in space, cast early votes from ISS

A majority of Donald Trump’s supporters would back him for another run in 2028 if he loses the 2024 presidential election.

Most Trump voters want another run in 2028 if he loses to Harris: Poll

Voting hours were extended after Technical issues with ballot scanners caused delays at polling places in Cambria County, Pennsylvania.

Voting hours extended after ballot scanner issue in Pennsylvania county

Several polling places in Georgia may stay open longer on Election Day due to bomb threats linked to Russia.

Hoax bomb threats linked to Russia target polling places in Georgia

Facebook's parent company Meta has halted plans for a nuclear-powered data center after discovering a rare bee species near the project site.

Rare bee discovery halts Facebook parent Meta’s nuclear power plans

The "I Voted" sticker has become part of the American voting process and it all began with a sketch 37 years ago.

Famous ‘I Voted’ sticker makes way for new designs

Will Prop. 314 help or hurt Arizona? Voters decide immigration policy

It's taking Americans a decade longer to buy their first homes compared to previous generations as boomers dominate the home-buying market.

The average home buyer is 56 years old as first-time buyers fall to historic lows

The New York Times' tech team has gone on strike, threatening the newspaper's real-time coverage of Election Day results.

New York Times’ tech staff walks out before Election Day

Demolition has started at New Orleans' abandoned Six Flags, closed since Hurricane Katrina. The site is set for redevelopment.

Years after Hurricane Katrina, demolition at Six Flags in New Orleans begins

A key staffer for Donald Trump, who co-hosts a white nationalist podcast in secret, is no longer with the campaign.

Trump field director fired when he’s exposed as white nationalist

A record 87% of contiguous U.S. is experiencing dry or drought conditions, with recent rain in the Central states bringing some relief.

Record 87% of US faces drought amid shifting weather patterns

Authorities are connecting two explosions in at warehouses in Europe to a possible Russian scheme involving incendiary devices on planes.

Alleged Russian plot exposed, targeted US-bound planes for bombings

A Pennsylvania judge has ruled that Elon Musk’s $1 million-a-day voter giveaway can continue, just one day before the presidential election.

Judge allows Musk’s $1 million daily voter giveaway in Pennsylvania