Karen Bass and Nithya Raman in Tight Race for Los Angeles Mayor

Democrats won control of both the House and Senate in a sweeping victory over Republicans, according to Variety. The result would give Democrats major power over legislation and set the political agenda. Control of Congress matters because it shapes lawmaking, oversight, and the balance of power with the presidency.

Xavier Becerra has been declared the winner of California’s governor race, according to Variety. The result makes him the state’s next governor and carries wide implications for California policy and national politics.

NBCUniversal and Hornbill Capital backed EloElo, the parent of Indian microdrama platform Story TV, in an $80 million funding round. The investment signals growing interest in India's short-form microdrama market and could support Story TV's expansion.

Wales’s first minister has warned that cuts to BBC Wales risk causing an irreversible deterioration in its services. The warning highlights concerns about the impact of reduced funding on regional broadcasting and news. It matters because BBC Wales is a key source of public service and regional coverage in Wales.

A U.K. celebrity has lost a court bid to prevent publication of sexual misconduct allegations, according to reports. The individual will remain anonymous pending an appeal. The case touches on the balance between privacy and press freedom in the U.K.