Tom Steyer announces run for California governor
Billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer joins crowded Democratic field to replace Gavin Newsom, pledging to tackle California's affordability crisis. Read his full platform.
Billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer joins crowded Democratic field to replace Gavin Newsom, pledging to tackle California's affordability crisis. Read his full platform.
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen concedes a greater-than-expected fall in support as her party loses control of Copenhagen for the first time in over a century. Explore the results and implications.
Jess Wilson has been elected leader of the Victorian Liberals, becoming the first woman to hold the position. The party's third leader in 12 months replaces Brad Battin after a party room vote.
Denmark's Social Democrats face losing Copenhagen for first time in 113 years as Green Left leads polls. Historic shift in Scandinavian politics ahead.
First-term MP Jess Wilson defeats Brad Battin in leadership spill, making history as Victorian Liberal Party's first female leader. Read the full story.
Far-right candidate José Antonio Kast is favourite to become Chile's next president after first-round vote. Discover the Trump-inspired policies shaping this pivotal election.
Chileans cast ballots in presidential election where crime and immigration dominate debate. First round results expected overnight with potential December runoff.
Nick Dametto claims victory in Townsville mayoral byelection with over 61% of the vote, marking one of Australia's biggest political swings. Discover the full story.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán kicks off 'anti-war roadshow' campaign, making opposition to Ukraine support central to Fidesz's 2026 election strategy amid cost of living crisis.
Lucy Mangan reveals her unconventional strategy for festive shopping peace. Plus: Collins' word of the year, Kim Kardashian's psychic rage, and royal title drama.
New research uncovers unexpected motivations behind Reform UK supporters. Discover what really drives their political choices in today's divided Britain.
The 2024 UK general election produced the most disproportionate result in British history, sparking urgent calls for Proportional Representation. Discover why Labour faces a pivotal choice.
Andrew Cuomo and Donald Trump use AI-generated campaign videos, raising concerns about election integrity and regulation. Explore how deepfakes are changing politics.
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al Sudani's coalition secures victory in Iraq's parliamentary elections. Discover the political challenges ahead and what this means for the nation's future.
Georgia's Republican-led election board pays $50,000 to settle a lawsuit over using private emails for official business. The board agrees to new transparency rules.
How Zohran Mamdani's grassroots campaign won the New York mayoral election, plus analysis of Cop30's climate summit and the week's essential reads from the Guardian Weekly.
British supermodel Naomi Campbell presents Pope Leo XIV with 'La Via delle Spezie' during papal audience. Discover the unexpected gift and her spiritual journey.
José Antonio Kast, Chile's far-right presidential hopeful, gains momentum with hardline policies on crime and immigration. Current polls show him securing 23% of votes ahead of Sunday's election.
Catherine Connolly becomes Ireland's 10th president after uniting left-wing parties. The former psychologist vows to lead diplomatic solutions to war.
A Utah judge has approved a new congressional map creating a Democratic-leaning district, reshaping the battle for the US House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections.
Discover how Julian Gerson crafted Zohran Mamdani's socialist-inspired victory speech that quoted Eugene Debs and celebrated New York's diversity. Read the full analysis.
Zohran Mamdani's successful NYC mayoral campaign demonstrates how authentic identity politics can build powerful coalitions and win elections through economic justice messaging.
Miss Chile contestant Inna Moll apologises after pretending to snort cocaine during Miss Universe preparations in Thailand. Read the full story and fallout.
Latino voters delivered sweeping support to Democrats in key 2025 elections, reversing Trump's 2024 gains. This volatile swing could reshape Republican redistricting plans. Discover the key factors behind this dramatic shift.
Palestinian-American Sam Rasoul secures resounding re-election victory in Virginia despite accusations of antisemitism over his Gaza genocide comments. Discover how honesty and grassroots organising triumphed.
Virginia Republican Carrie Coyner concedes defeat after revealing Democrat Jay Jones' violent texts about shooting political rival. Explore the fallout from this explosive political scandal.
Trump loyalist Elise Stefanik officially enters New York governor race, challenging Democrat Kathy Hochul. Read about her 'ultra-Maga' campaign and political transformation.
Zohran Mamdani's mayoral victory sparks hope across New York and beyond. Discover how this democratic socialist win is reshaping urban politics. Read the full story.
US Democrats secure significant victories, flipping Republican strongholds in state and local races. Analysis reveals growing momentum ahead of the midterm elections. Explore the key results.
California's latest congressional redistricting proposal threatens to reshape the state's political landscape, putting Democratic strongholds at risk and setting the stage for an intense 2026 battle for House control.