What to know about the Democratic National Convention in Chicago | US Election 2024 News
It has been a busy few weeks for Democrats in the United States. Less than a month ago, incumbent Joe Biden announced he was withdrawing…
Who is Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand’s new, youngest prime minister? | Courts News
The Thai parliament elected its youngest-ever prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on Friday, just days after the dismissal of former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. Here’s more…
India-administered Kashmir to hold first local elections in a decade | Elections News
Nearly nine million people are registered to vote in the polls from September 18 for the 90-member legislative assembly.Indian-administered Kashmir will hold local elections starting…
Thailand’s ruling coalition nominates Paetongtarn as PM, parliament to vote | Politics News
The 37-year-old daughter of tycoon Thaksin Shinawatra would become the third member of the family to lead Thailand.Thailand’s parliament is set to vote on whether…
What does Chicago represent for the Democratic National Convention? | US Election 2024 News
But for all the ways Chicago represents Democratic ideals, critics say it has also exemplified the party’s failings and divisions. Looming large over the upcoming…
Record 39 candidates to run in Sri Lanka’s presidential election | Elections News
Economy remains key issue after protesters angered by financial crisis toppled President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in 2022.A record number of candidates are contesting Sri Lanka’s presidential…
Kiribati votes in key election after years of turbulence | Elections News
When Kiribati broke ties with Taipei in 2019, it was a blow to Taiwan, despite the Pacific island nation’s small stature on the international stage.…
Can X help Donald Trump get back into the White House? | US Election 2024
The former US president and Republican nominee returns to the platform in a talk with Elon Musk.As recently as two years ago, Donald Trump and…
Why do US parties hold presidential conventions? What to know, in 500 words | US Election 2024 News
EXPLAINERConventions are where US political parties officially choose their presidential candidates. But how do they work?One by one, states across the United States hold primaries…
Trump returns to X with two-hour Elon Musk chat hit by technical glitch | US Election 2024 News
United States Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump has returned to the social media platform X as he attempts to recover from a…
Rwanda’s Kagame sworn in for fourth term after 99 percent election win | Elections News
President Paul Kagame secures himself another five years in power, pledging to ‘consolidate national unity’ amid criticism from opposition.Rwandan President Paul Kagame has been sworn…
Will abortion be a draw for US voters in 2024? This doctor thinks so | US Election 2024 News
Republican politician Reid Ribble, who preceded Gallagher in Congress, said he believes a Democrat can indeed flip the 8th District. But Ribble cautions against focusing…
President Maduro blocks access to X in Venezuela for 10 days | Social Media News
Row with social media platform owner Elon Musk escalates after Maduro was declared the winner of last month’s election.Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro has ordered a…
Bangladesh economy under pressure amid ‘uncharted’ political turmoil | Sheikh Hasina News
Hopes that interim government under Muhammad Yunus can restore stability and address country’s inequalities.The student protests that have rocked Bangladesh since July 1 and led…
Son of Sri Lanka’s ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa to run for president | Elections News
Governing party nominated Namal Rajapaksa to challenge incumbent Ranil Wickremesinghe in the September 21 election.A son of Sri Lanka’s former President Mahinda Rajapaksa will contest…
Venezuela defence minister pledges ‘absolute loyalty’ to Maduro | Nicolas Maduro News
Country’s defence chief pledges to stand by Maduro’s side following calls by opposition to join ‘side of the people’.Venezuela’s Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino has promised…
Venezuela launches probe against opposition leaders Gonzalez, Machado | Elections News
Opposition leader and presidential candidate face an investigation over their appeal to the army and the police ‘to take the side of the people’.A criminal…
Why is a pro-Israel lobby targeting US Congress member Cori Bush? | Israel-Palestine conflict News
Washington, DC – On Tuesday, a progressive Democrat will fight to save her seat in the United States Congress — against a threat from within…
Venezuela opposition leader joins protests against election results | Elections News
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has joined her supporters protesting in the streets of Caracas against contested national election results, as demonstrators marched across…
US candidate Jill Stein considering vocal Palestine advocates for VP spot | US Election 2024 News
United States Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein is considering three Palestinian rights advocates, including two Arab Americans, to be her running mate in the…