US mid-term results: Watch BBC election night special

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Watch BBC News election night special Katty Kay and Christian Fraser have all the results and analysis from the battle for control of Congress.

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Hang on, what ARE the US 'mid-terms'? From the seats up for election to some context on how the vote typically goes - here's what you need to know ahead of the US mid-terms.

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Why do so many Americans not vote? Fewer than half of voters turn out for most mid-term elections but don't blame it all on apathy.

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What do American voters care about? The US is about to go to the polls to pick its new Congress. So what are the burning issues?

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The teenagers partying with postcards Forget your emails and phones. American teenagers are using crayons to send their political message.

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Mid-term blues in Arkansas Americans are voting in mid-term elections which will decide who controls the Senate and pave the way for the 2016 race for the White House.