A vacant 1918 dairy factory sat unused for a decade; entrepreneurs Michael Downing and Robert Baum transformed it into a 52-room Chicago boutique hotel

US midterm elections 2026: Top races, leads and who is winning in November

US midterm elections 2026: The latest 2026 U.S. midterm polls show Democrats leading the national congressional ballot, with James Talarico ahead of Ken Paxton in Texas and Josh Turek leading Ashley Hinson in Iowa, while voter expectations in both Senate races point to a different outcome.

Netanyahu is booed as he begins his UNGA speech, with many delegations walking out of the General Assembly hall

During his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, Benjamin Netanyahu was met with protests and significant walkouts. Many delegates left the hall as a sign of disapproval, while Netanyahu called them moral cowards. In his speech, he defended Israel's military actions against Iran and criticized various global leaders. Outside the United Nations, demonstrators assembled to protest against Israel's actions in the ongoing conflict.

Wendell Berry found life’s deepest lessons in the soil and turned them into poetry, prose and a call to care for nature

Wendell Berry is an American farmer, novelist and poet. He farmed and also developed a body of writing focused on community, agriculture and care for the planet. His books are The Unsettling of America, Why I Am Not Going to Buy a Computer and The Mad Farmer Poems became part of his prolific output. His ideas also connect with the growing eco-georgic tradition linking farming, environmental responsibility and community life.

'Mr. Mamdani, Piker's friend, you tried to silence me; you can't': Netanyahu roars back at NYC Mayor

What is Kratom? Is it legal or banned? Why is it getting highlighted following deaths of two University of Mississippi students?

Kratom is legal at the federal level, but some state and local governments have banned the substance and federal authorities have issued warnings about its risks.

US midterm elections 2026: 40 days before voting, Democrats take a huge lead over Republicans; a big worry for Trump

The 2026 midterm elections are approaching with Democrats leading Republicans by 11 points in a recent poll. Polls indicate increasing support for Democrats, especially among independent and Hispanic voters. Concerns about the economy dominate voters' minds, with many believing current policies are detrimental. Trump's approval rating has reached a low point, contributing to voter sentiment. Both political parties acknowledge the poll results but view the future landscape differently.

AI-powered robotic arm transforms Carrara marble into a full-scale statue of Tyche

Robotics and digital fabrication are bringing new techniques to traditional stone carving, as demonstrated by a full-scale marble statue of the Greek goddess Tyche completed by Robotor in Carrara, Italy. The company used a Computer Numerical Control system and a multi-axis robotic arm to carve the sculpture from a solid block of Carrara marble. AI-powered software helped calculate tool paths, while diamond-coated milling heads removed most of the excess stone. Human sculptors completed the final surface adjustments after the automated process.

US stocks: S&P 500 ends nearly flat as US-Iran talks help stocks pare losses

S&P 500 ended almost flat as Microsoft declined, while Meta Platforms recorded gains amid ongoing market fluctuations. Oil prices surged following geopolitical tensions and a missile attack on Saudi Arabia, raising supply concerns. Treasury yields also increased, with the 30-year bond yield reaching its highest level since 2004. Traders anticipate a significant chance of another Federal Reserve interest rate hike based on recent business activity data.

Google 'Project Suncatcher' gets major boost in exploring whether space could potentially host large-scale AI data center. Check top pointers here

Google said it tested its TPUs while running AI workloads in a facility at the University of California, Davis, but that orbital testing was needed to understand how the hardware performs in the real environment.

An obsolete power plant was no longer serving its original industrial purpose; developers explored a new life for the landmark through mixed-use redevelopment

A historic power plant in Savannah, Georgia, is being offered a fresh purpose through the Plant Riverside District, a large mixed-use redevelopment along the Savannah River. Established in 1912, the 225,000-square-foot masonry brick property is being adapted to accommodate a JW Marriott hotel, high-end retail spaces, food and beverage operations, rooftop bars, an art gallery and a live-music venue.

Circle this date: Every zodiac sign has one powerful day between now and October 4, all about your lucky day

The astrological mood begins to change during the week of September 28 to October 4. Mercury moves into Scorpio on September 30, bringing a deeper tone to conversations and encouraging people to look beyond what is being said on the surface.

Where are you voting in the US midterm elections following redistricting? 1 in 10 Americans will vote in a different district

For millions of Americans, the 2026 midterm ballot could look different from the one they received two years ago. Their address may be exactly the same. Their polling place may also be unchanged. What could be different is the congressional district drawn around them. A Protect Democracy analysis estimates that about 34.8 million Americans were placed in different congressional districts between the 2024 and 2026 elections.