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Kosovo to hold mayoral elections in October
PRISTINA, June 9 (TemA) – Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani has officially scheduled regular local elections for October 12, 2025, following consultations with political parties and a review that fully complies with constitutional and legal...

Who's that knocking at your door? Anthony Weiner on a political comeback tour with NYC Council bid
NEW YORK (WABC) -- Imagine this: You're home for the evening, winding down. There's a knock at the door. Who's there? It's Anthony Weiner. And he wants your vote. Yes, that Weiner: The guy whose once-promising political career was derailed by...

‘Current Zamfara administration political liability – APC youths reject alleged defection plans
An APC youths coalition under the banner of the Zamfara APC Integrity Network, ZAIN, has strongly rejected the speculated defection of Governor Dauda Lawal from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the All Progressives Congress, APC, describing...

Tasmanians face a fourth election in seven years – but here are two alternatives to fix the political impasse
After a week of drama, the political future of Tasmania could look starkly different by the end of today. The state may be about to get its fourth election in seven years. But there are a couple of alternatives to consider. Let’s walk through...

Kosovo’s president sets Oct. 12 for municipal elections while a legislative impasse continues
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) — Kosovo ’s president on Monday set Oct. 12 as the date for municipal elections, while the… PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) — Kosovo ’s president on Monday set Oct. 12 as the date for municipal elections, while the country remains in a...

He's a political liability - APC youths reject Zamfara Gov's rumoured defection
A coalition of young progressives under the banner of the Zamfara APC Integrity Network (ZAIN) has vehemently opposed the speculated defection of Governor Dauda Lawal from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC),...

IRS drops investigation of Maryland Heights megachurch for political activity
MARYLAND HEIGHTS — The IRS has dropped its investigation of the tax-exempt status of a megachurch “committed to confronting the progressive culture” in part through political activities. Grace Church did not violate the federal tax code in 2022 by...

John Swinney's election strategy branded 'desperate' by his OWN party as pressure grows on First Minister to quit
John Swinney's election campaign was branded "desperate" by one of his own former MPs as pressure grows on the First Minister to quit. The SNP leader has faced a nightmare five days after his party crashed to a humiliating defeat as it attempted...

"They don't like this conversation": Pieter Kriel's take on religion in politics sparks a debate
A bold young man who has been shaking things up with his unapologetic view on South African politics touched on faith governance In a video shared on X, he shared that he views religion in politics as control, not belief and explained his...
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Church turns to political battleground for opposition in Armenia’s power struggle [ANALYSIS]
Amid mounting public dissatisfaction, Armenia is witnessing an escalation in its internal political tensions. While not always overt, certain opposition factions have intensified their criticism of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan by aligning...

Here We Go With the 2024 Election Conspiracy Theories
Well, well, well. It turns out that the folks who shrieked loudest about questioning election results "destroying democracy" never actually believed their own hype. Shocking, I know. Just take a gander at a recent episode of “The Don Lemon Show.”...
BNP to stay on streets until Dec election demand met: Gayeshwar
BNP standing committee member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy on Monday said their party will remain on the streets to realise its demand for arranging the next general election in December this year. “Our movement for elections is going on. It doesn’t need...
Swapo determined to take control of Sesfontein in by-election
Vice-President Lucia Witbooi has urged the Sesfontein inhabitants to correct what she called the mistake of the past by voting for the Swapo Party in the upcoming by-election. Witbooi says the upcoming by-election, slated for the 17th of June, is...

Latvian researcher criticizes vote counting in municipal elections, warns of errors, urges CVK to recount results
The way “for” and “against” markings on ballots were counted during the 2025 municipal elections was deeply flawed and unacceptable, and errors cannot be ruled out, said Iveta Kažoka, Director and Senior Researcher at the think tank Providus, who...

Latvia’s 2025 municipal election results have been officially confirmed
All municipal election commissions have notified the Central Election Commission (CVK) that the results of the 2025 municipal elections have been confirmed, CVK spokesperson Andrejs Vaivars announced. If any party or candidate wishes to contest...

Chrzanowski withdraws from Rehoboth Beach election
Incumbent Commissioner Edward Chrzanowski has announced he is no longer seeking re-election for a third term in Rehoboth Beach’s municipal election in August. “I felt obligated to seek re-election to remain a voice of reason, thoughtful analysis...

Violence Erupts During SLPP Elections in Constituency 131, Polls Cancelled
Tensions erupted on Saturday, 7th June, 2025 during the lower-level executive elections of the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) in constituency 131, leading to the cancellation of the entire electoral process. Eyewitness accounts...

What's on the ballot for the June 10 election in Oklahoma
Voters in 16 Oklahoma counties will head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in elections for legislative seats, county propositions and sales taxes. To view a sample ballot and find your polling location, visit the OK Voter Portal. Runoff...

Bourbon County officials update voting district map
BOURBON COUNTY, Kan. (KOAM) -- Bourbon County officials make changes to its voting district map ahead of 2025 elections. According to the Bourbon County Clerk, the changes are due to the November 2024 election, where voters approved moving from...

Moab Election 2025: Mayoral and City Council contenders announced
The ballot is now set for Moab’s 2025 municipal election. Voters will choose between two candidates for mayor and three candidates for two open city council seats. Incumbent Mayor Joette Langianese is seeking re-election, challenged by former...