Good morning.You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day.A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll reveals that Democrats hold significant advantages in the midterm elections and are favored to gain control of the U.S.
House.But there are also signs suggesting that a potential wave may be limited.
The poll highlights key issues influencing voters; one in three Americans face financial hardships, and four in 10 say their personal finances are worsening.Preserving democracy resonates with Democrats and independents, while immigration ranks as the top issue for MAGA supporters.A federal judge today hears arguments in the Trump administration's bid to compel California to set aside ballots from voters it alleges may not be citizens.
This comes after an appeals court last night declined the administration's request to get involved. Israelis are voting today in an election that will shape their country's future.This marks the first time since the Oct.
7, 2023, Hamas attacks that Israelis can choose their leaders.Voters will decide whether to keep Israel's far-right, longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, or replace him with Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief promising more diplomacy and less extremism.
Here's what you need to know about the leading candidates, the issues shaping the vote and what could happen next.Hours of screen time at your desk can turn you into a stiff, bleary-eyed version of yourself.Prolonged sitting can take a real toll, but a few smart habits can help reset your body and mind.
Here are Life Kit's best strategies to help with the discomfort and health risks that can come from sitting at a desk all day.Subscribe to the Life Kit newsletter for expert advice on love, money, relationships and more.Forget flying brooms.Cape Town is home to South Africa's real-world Hogwarts: the College of Magic.
Every Saturday, ...