Georgia Republicans narrowly chose Rick Jackson, a healthcare executive, over Donald Trump's preferred candidate, Burt Jones, for the gubernatorial nomination. Trump's pick for Senate, Rep. Mike Collins, won his runoff.
La Lega è in crisi di consensi, con sondaggi che la inchiodano al 5,3%. L'ombra di Vannacci e le spinte per un rinnovamento mettono in ansia il partito. Salvini tace, mentre Zaia emerge come possibile alternativa.
En rapport visar att antisemitismen ökar i Sverige, särskilt bland personer från MENA-regionen och Palestinaanhängare. Vänsterpartiets kandidater har uttryckt sig antisemitiskt, vilket väcker frågor om svensk demokrati och judars trygghet i landet.
The Alabama Republican Party has unanimously decided that U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville will remain their gubernatorial nominee, dismissing a residency challenge. The challenge argued Tuberville did not meet the state's seven-year residency requirement to run for governor.
South Korea's ruling and opposition parties engaged in a heated debate on March 13th concerning the real estate holdings of Prime Minister nominee Han Sung-sook. The People Power Party criticized Han for allegedly neglecting illegal extensions on a building she owns, only to demolish them after her nomination. The Democratic Party countered, urging an end to what they called a "misguided smear campaign."
The Presidential Office has nominated three individuals with labor expertise for the Control Yuan: Chang Feng-yi, Hsieh Cheng-ta, and Chiu Chun-yen. Labor groups view this as a significant step, hoping their specialized knowledge will lead to improved labor laws and workplace conditions, and urge bipartisan support for their confirmation.
Romanian PM nominee Eugen Tomac aims to continue austerity measures to reduce the budget deficit, secure EU funding, and combat the rise of the far-right. He plans to focus on private sector growth, digital transformation, and energy projects, while ensuring fiscal discipline and transparency to regain market confidence.
Donald Trump announced an imminent deal with Iran, appointed a new nominee for Director of National Intelligence, and is balancing these events with political challenges and preparations for a UFC event.
Prime Minister nominee Han Seong-sook met with young officials and interns at the prime minister's office to discuss their concerns regarding housing prices and job searches, vowing to incorporate their voices into future government policies.
Republicans face a test of their loyalty to Donald Trump as they consider the nomination of Todd Blanche, Trump's former attorney, to lead the Justice Department. A controversial "anti-weaponization fund" announced by Blanche has angered GOP senators, highlighting a potential rift over Trump's influence.
A critical US intelligence program, Section 702 of FISA, is set to lapse due to a House standoff over President Trump's controversial pick for intelligence chief, Bill Pulte. Democrats oppose the renewal unless Pulte is withdrawn.
Republicans face a test of loyalty as Donald Trump nominates former attorney Todd Blanche to lead the DOJ. A controversial "anti-weaponization fund" has angered GOP senators, highlighting divisions over Trump's influence and the January 6th Capitol attack.
BJP candidates Tarun Chugh, Rajneesh Agarwal, and Mahesh Kewat were elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha in Madhya Pradesh after Congress nominee Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination was rejected. The Congress is appealing to the Supreme Court.
Judicial nominee Hou Ting-chang, known for his role in major death penalty cases, is defended by colleagues who state his sentencing decisions were based on legal grounds like diminished capacity or voluntary surrender, not an anti-death penalty stance. Hou is recognized for his rigorous approach to evidence and legal interpretation.
Han Sung-sook, nominee for Prime Minister, reported total assets of 25.3 billion won, including real estate and stocks. Her personal assets amounted to 25.08 billion won, an increase of 2.7 billion won from the previous year. She owns two houses and various other properties and overseas stocks.
South Korea's new ruling party floor leader, Chung Jin-suk, met with Presidential Secretary for Political Affairs Hong Ik-pyo to demand a special prosecutor for the National Election Commission due to alleged mismanagement. Hong stated the Blue House would accept a special prosecutor if agreed upon by both parties, while also requesting cooperation for the Prime Minister nominee's confirmation hearing.
Taiwan's Presidential Office announced nominees for the 7th Control Yuan, with medical elder Chen Yung-hsing nominated as President and Wang Rong-chang as Vice President. Legislator Chen Chao-tzu stated the party will review nominees' past actions and political leanings.
KMT legislative caucus whip Lin Pei-hsiang stated that discussions on the Censorate nominees are ongoing. He emphasized the need for thorough internal discussion and consensus-building within the party before making any public statements, stressing that major decisions are not made by a single individual.
Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim introduced 29 nominees for the Control Yuan, including Chen Yung-hsing for president and Wang Jung-chang for vice president. Hsiao emphasized adherence to the constitution and the importance of the Control Yuan, despite past calls to abolish it.
Taiwan's Vice President, Hsiao Bi-khim, introduced the nominees for the 7th Control Yuan. Chen Yung-hsing is nominated for President and Wang Jung-chang for Vice President. Chen pledged to be non-partisan and uphold justice and human rights.
Reunification Party leader Lee Jun-seok urged for a special prosecutor to investigate ballot shortages and proposed giving the opposition Liberty and Innovation Party leader Hwang Kyo-ahn the right to recommend a nominee for the investigation team.
Four players, Kim Dae-won, Lee Ki-hyuk (both Gangwon), Kim Hyung-geun (Bucheon), and Thiago (Jeonbuk), are nominated for the K League 2026 May Player of the Month award. Fan voting will determine the winner.
Congress has urged the Election Commission to overturn a returning officer's order rejecting Rajya Sabha nominee Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination form, stating no criminal case is pending against her and the order is unlawful.
The nominees for the 175th Akutagawa and Naoki Prizes were announced on the 11th. Chito Kosagakawa, nominated for the third time, is among the five Akutagawa Prize nominees. Masayasu Wakabayashi of the comedy duo Audrey is among the five Naoki Prize nominees, marking his first nomination.
