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A Democratic power struggle is taking shape in Washington just days after the party’s sweeping midterm victory, with Hakeem Jeffries facing pressure from both a growing socialist faction and moderate lawmakers elected in traditionally Republican districts. The result gave Democrats control of both chambers of Congress and put Mr Jeffries, 56, on course to become the first black Speaker of the House. He is expected to lead at least 254 Democrats – the party’s largest House majority since Barack Obama’s first year as president in 2009. But the size and ideological breadth of the new caucus could make it difficult…

Chelsea and Liverpool have made contact with El Hadji Malick Diouf’s representatives as they assess a possible move for the Brentford left-back, despite the Senegal international having joined the club only in August. Diouf, 21, has attracted attention with his pace, athleticism and attacking contribution from the left side. Both Premier League clubs are understood to view him as a potential long-term option in defence. Chelsea and Liverpool step up interest in Brentford defender Reports indicate that Chelsea and Liverpool have approached Diouf’s camp while exploring the conditions of a future transfer. A deal could eventually require a fee of…

Albany At Ease is providing support and respite for veterans and their families in Western Australia’s Great Southern region, highlighting the need for assistance after military service. The organisation’s work comes into focus as Australians prepare to pause and remember on November 11, with a reminder that support for those who have served extends beyond commemorative services.

Melania Trump received a rapturous reception from more than 102,000 college football fans after appearing on the stadium screen during LSU’s SEC clash with Alabama in Baton Rouge. The First Lady waved and smiled as she was shown on the jumbotron at Tiger Stadium, before the broadcast returned to the action on the field. Her appearance came after she announced a multimillion-dollar partnership between Louisiana State University and her Fostering the Future programme, which will provide scholarships for LSU students who have come through the foster care system. “This achievement will give young people from foster care an anchor of…

Investment in China’s energy sector is set to reach $940 billion (£… ) in 2026, with increased spending on the country’s power grid driving the rise. The projected increase highlights the central role of grid investment in China’s energy plans for next year.

Emma Stone joined Druski during his opening monologue on Saturday Night Live, joking about his mistaken belief that they played love interests in their upcoming film, The Catch. The 38-year-old actress, who has hosted the programme five times, appeared on stage as Druski spoke about making his first film alongside her on Saturday night. “I am living proof you can bet on yourself and make your dreams come true,” Druski said. “I just finished filming my first-ever movie with Emma Stone and she is right now.” When Stone joined him, Druski said: “I’m actually playing her love interest in the…

Former San Francisco supervisor Jane Kim has declared victory in the closely contested race to become California’s next insurance commissioner, after state Senator Ben Allen called to concede on Friday. Kim, a Democrat, was leading fellow Democrat Allen by about 53% to 47% with roughly 65% of ballots counted, according to figures reported on Friday. The Associated Press had not yet formally projected a winner. ([cbsnews.com](https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/california-insurance-commissioner-jane-kim-ben-allen/)) Allen later confirmed that he had telephoned Kim to congratulate her. In a statement, he said: “Jane ran a strong race, and it appears that she has won. Assuming that is the case, I…

Residents in parts of Casuarina, in Perth’s southern suburbs, have been urged to leave as a bushfire burns in changing conditions and threatens homes and lives. The fire is understood to have started in bushland on Lugg Place shortly before 12.45pm on Sunday and is believed to have spread to a nearby shed, according to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. An urgent Watch and Act warning has been issued for the area bounded by Landgren Road, Mortimer Road, Kwinana Freeway and Orton Road. “There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is burning and…

Some Haitians have rallied behind Salvadoran troops deployed to fight gangs that have almost taken control of Haiti’s capital. El Salvador’s president, Nayib Bukele, promised to wipe out the gangs after four Salvadoran citizens were kidnapped. The deployment has drawn cheers from some people in Haiti as the gang war continues to grip the capital.

Saudi Arabia has lifted alerts in its oil region after a Houthi missile was intercepted. The move follows the interception of the missile, with authorities subsequently removing the alerts in the affected area.