José Antonio Kast's decisive win in Chile's presidential election signals a major rightward shift in Latin America, drawing praise from global hardline leaders and raising democratic concerns. Explore the analysis.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces a police report alleging he breached electoral spending limits in Clacton by failing to declare an armoured vehicle and a themed bar. Read the full details.
Reform UK denies claims Nigel Farage falsified election expenses in Clacton. Police are reviewing allegations from a former campaign member. Read the latest.
South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has unexpectedly quit, triggering the party's fourth leadership change nationally in under a month. Read the full story on the political shake-up.
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Ministers postpone new mayoral votes in four English regions until 2028, triggering fierce accusations of 'dictatorial' behaviour from opposition parties. Read the full story.
Keir Starmer's government postpones four mayoral elections by two years, triggering accusations of a 'scandalous attempt to subvert democracy' from opposition parties. Read the full story.
A federal trial in North Carolina reveals a push by conservative activists to eliminate same-day voter registration, a move critics say targets college students. Explore the details and potential impact.
Republican Matt Van Epps secures Tennessee's 7th district seat, defeating Democrat Aftyn Behn in a race seen as a key test of GOP strength ahead of the midterms. Read the full analysis.
St Lucian Prime Minister Philip Pierre's Labour Party retains its majority in the House of Assembly. The election centred on economic management, violent crime, and citizenship-by-investment schemes. Discover the full results and regional implications.
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
With Gavin Newsom's term ending, a crowded field of over 95 candidates is emerging for California's 2026 governor race. Discover the key Democratic and Republican contenders vying for the top job.
Democrats pour resources into a Tennessee special election, hoping an upset win could signal a major shift ahead of the midterms and threaten the GOP's slim House majority.
Hondurans vote in crucial election with three candidates neck-and-neck as Donald Trump threatens to cut US aid if his preferred candidate loses. Follow the latest developments.
Key figures who tried to overturn the 2020 US election now occupy powerful federal positions, raising concerns about election integrity and democratic processes for 2026.
The Republican Party is intensifying its outreach to women voters, leveraging podcasts and new policies. Discover the key figures and strategies shaping the midterm elections.
Godwin Friday's New Democratic Party secures a stunning victory in St Vincent and the Grenadines, winning 14 of 15 seats and ending Ralph Gonsalves' 23-year premiership.
Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves faces voters in St Vincent and the Grenadines as he attempts to secure a record sixth consecutive term. The election pits his economic record against opposition concerns about cost of living and leadership.
A federal panel permits North Carolina's new GOP-drawn congressional map, targeting the state's sole swing district. Explore the implications for the 2026 elections and US House control.
Katie Wilson's remarkable journey from transit campaigner to Seattle mayor demonstrates how trust and grassroots organising can overcome well-funded political machines. Discover how she built power from the ground up.
Discover how Queens has replaced Ohio as America's political compass, with its diverse population signalling national voting trends. Read our analysis of this seismic shift.
Adolf Hitler Uunona, a respected Namibian politician named after the Nazi leader, seeks re-election after winning 85% of votes in 2020. Read his remarkable story.
New Pew Research shows 70% of Latino voters disapprove of Donald Trump's presidency, with significant concerns over immigration and economic policies. Discover the shifting political landscape.
US Democrats reversed the rightward shift among young men in recent elections by relentlessly focusing on affordability and economic pressures. Discover how this strategy worked.
Asta Hill becomes Alice Springs' first Green mayor in a landmark election, signalling major political change for the Northern Territory community.
San Francisco supervisor Connie Chan announces congressional bid to replace Nancy Pelosi, highlighting affordability and working families. Discover her platform and opponents.
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In Tennessee, Democrat Aftyn Behn is building a 'coalition of the pissed off' to challenge a Republican stronghold. With the cost of living crisis central to her campaign, could she turn this seat blue for the first time since 1983?
Katie Price reignites feud with ex Danny Cipriani, making intimate claims about rugby star's physique on her podcast. Get the full story behind their tumultuous 2011 relationship.
Billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer joins crowded Democratic field to replace Gavin Newsom, pledging to tackle California's affordability crisis. Read his full platform.