New Hampshire has enacted over 300 new laws effective in 2026, including bans on gender-affirming care for minors, restrictions on sanctuary city policies, fee increases, bans on ambulance surprise billing, regulations on AI use involving minors, and enhancements to voting and public records access, among others.
The National Society of Film Critics is currently voting on its annual awards for the best in film from the past year, with winners to be announced live as the results are updated, covering categories like best picture, director, and acting.
In 2026, over 40 countries will hold significant elections, including presidential, parliamentary, and general votes, which will impact global politics, domestic policies, and international alliances, with key elections in countries like the US, Brazil, Hungary, and Bangladesh.
The article reveals the winners of the Warhammer Miniature of the Year 2025 across three categories, highlighting Logan Grimnar as the top Warhammer 40,000 miniature, Prince Vhordrai leading in Age of Sigmar, and Miao Ying, the Storm Dragon, dominating the miscellaneous category, based on fan votes.
Myanmar's recent election, heavily controlled by the military junta that seized power in 2021, is expected to favor the ruling regime, though some voters see it as a potential, albeit limited, opportunity for change amid fears and repression.
Voting is now open for the TrueAchievements Game of the Year Awards 2025, allowing Xbox fans to select their favorite games, DLC, and achievements from the past year across 11 categories, with the event closing on January 2, 2026.
The Voice Season 28's first playoff episode concluded with Jazz McKenzie and Max Chambers securing spots in the finals from Team Bublé, while Aubrey Nicole and Ryan Mitchell advanced from Team Reba, with viewer votes determining the remaining finalists.
Democrats achieved surprising victories in recent elections, notably among Black, Latino, and young voters, and made significant inroads among women and men, reducing the traditional gender gap. The results also showed strong support from Latino voters and a shift in Hispanic disapproval of Trump, indicating potential realignment. However, Republicans caution against overinterpreting these off-year election results, despite Democrats highlighting gains in various states and districts.
Research indicates that voting behavior is strongly linked to future mortality risk, potentially more than education, with non-voters facing a significantly higher risk of death, especially from external causes, suggesting voting as a key social determinant of health.
Voters in New York City are casting ballots in a highly watched mayoral election featuring frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, former Gov. Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa, with early voting surpassing previous records. The race has significant implications for city and national politics, focusing on issues like housing, affordability, and social programs, amid intense political debates and external influences like Donald Trump’s interference.
Millions of voters in New York City and other states are participating in key elections, including the New York mayoral race, California's unusual redistricting vote, a close New Jersey governor's race, and Virginia's gubernatorial election, which will elect the state's first female governor and serve as a political bellwether.
Texans are voting on 17 constitutional amendments, filling vacancies in Congress and the state Senate, with key races in the 18th Congressional District and Senate District 9, amid a low turnout in this off-year election.
Minnesota's 2025 Election Day features key races including state Senate control, Minneapolis and St. Paul mayoral races, a 'Right to Repair' ballot measure in Duluth, and local school and county board elections, with voting procedures and registration details provided.
A federal judge blocked President Trump's attempt to require proof of citizenship on federal voter registration forms, ruling it unconstitutional and a violation of the separation of powers, with ongoing lawsuits challenging other aspects of Trump's election policies.