India's Electoral Roll Revision Sparks Democracy Fears
A major voter list revision in India, criticised as a covert citizenship survey, is allegedly targeting Muslims and threatening democratic integrity. Critics warn of mass disenfranchisement.
Category : Elections
Chile's Far-Right Victory: Kast Wins Presidency
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.
Farage reported to police over election spending claims
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.
Farage Denies Breaking Electoral Law in Clacton
Reform UK denies claims Nigel Farage falsified election expenses in Clacton. Police are reviewing allegations from a former campaign member. Read the latest.
SA Opposition Leader Vincent Tarzia Resigns
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.
The Crunch: Victorian Voting, AI Costs, Gen Z Sex Lives
This week's data digest explores Victoria's voting reform, the staggering revenue needed for AI, climate's impact on US insurance, and insights into Gen Z's intimate lives. Sign up for The Crunch.
Mayoral Elections Delayed Amid 'Cancelling Democracy' Accusations
Ministers postpone new mayoral votes in four English regions until 2028, triggering fierce accusations of 'dictatorial' behaviour from opposition parties. Read the full story.
Labour postpones 4 mayoral elections to 2028
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.
US Voting Rights Trial: Goal to End Same-Day Registration
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.
Matt Van Epps wins US House special election in Tennessee
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 Lucia PM Pierre's Labour Party Holds Majority in Election
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's Voting System Faces Overhaul
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
Crowded Field for California Governor as Newsom Exits
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 Target Tennessee Upset in House Race
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.
Honduras Election: Tight Race Amid Trump Threats
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.
Election deniers hold key federal roles in Trump administration
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.
Republicans Woo Women Voters Ahead of Midterms
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.
St Vincent's NDP Wins Historic Election Landslide
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.
St Vincent PM seeks sixth term in tight election race
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.
Judges allow Republican-drawn NC congressional map
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.
Community organiser Katie Wilson elected Seattle mayor
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.
Queens Emerges as America's Political Bellwether
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.
Namibia's Adolf Hitler Uunona Seeks Re-election
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.
Majority of Latino voters disapprove of Trump
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.
Democrats win young male voters with cost-of-living focus
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.
Alice Springs Elects First Green Mayor Asta Hill
Asta Hill becomes Alice Springs' first Green mayor in a landmark election, signalling major political change for the Northern Territory community.
Progressive Connie Chan runs for Pelosi's House seat
San Francisco supervisor Connie Chan announces congressional bid to replace Nancy Pelosi, highlighting affordability and working families. Discover her platform and opponents.
Best and Worst Christmas Gifts You've Received
From the perfect present to the disastrous gift, we want to hear your stories. Share your best and worst Christmas, birthday or other occasion gifts with us anonymously.
Can Democrats flip a red Tennessee district?
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 Claims Danny Cipriani Has 'Small Willy'
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.
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