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Keisha Lance Bottoms has won election as governor, making her the first Black woman elected to a governor's office in U.S. history. The result is a landmark in American politics and a significant breakthrough for Black women in executive leadership.

The US midterm elections have produced jubilant scenes and historic milestones as results continue to come in. Control of Congress and key state races are at stake, with outcomes set to shape national policy and politics.

A BBC investigation reports that a US contractor allegedly provided intelligence to Ethiopian forces to help target and kill Tigray fighters during the conflict. The allegation raises serious questions about American involvement and accountability in a war marked by widespread atrocities.

North Korea launched multiple missiles while denying US allegations that it was involved in the Binance hack. The missile firings raise regional security tensions, while the denial highlights continuing disputes over cybercrime attribution.

A public inquiry into Australia’s AUKUS submarine deal found it is the country’s worst, riskiest, and most costly defence decision ever. The finding challenges the multibillion-dollar nuclear-powered submarine agreement with the UK and US. It matters because it raises serious doubts about the deal’s costs, strategic risks, and rationale amid major defence spending.