Brazilian President Lula da Silva has cautioned US President Donald Trump against interfering in Brazil's upcoming presidential elections, stating that elections are a domestic issue. The warning comes after both leaders attended the G7 summit, where Trump made comments about Brazil's political climate and the legal troubles of the Bolsonaro family.
Andy Burnham's campaign is reportedly trying to prevent ministers from resigning to avoid destabilizing Keir Starmer's government amid fallout from the Makerfield byelection. Burnham's team seeks a managed transition, not immediate chaos, should he win the election. Starmer's allies are discussing strategies to counter a potential challenge.
Dix-neuf ans après sa défaite à la présidentielle, Ségolène Royal accuse François Bayrou d'avoir refusé de la soutenir en 2007 car elle était une femme. Bayrou dément fermement ces "mensonges éhontés", affirmant qu'il ne la soutenait pas car il la jugeait "mauvaise présidente".
Jharkhand's Rajya Sabha elections are set for a close contest as the INDIA bloc, with 56 MLAs, faces a challenge from the BJP-backed independent candidate Parimal Nathwani, who needs just 4 cross-votes to potentially upset the ruling coalition's expected win of two seats. Both camps are employing 'hotel politics' and mock polls to ensure MLA unity and prevent cross-voting, reminiscent of recent upsets in Bihar and Odisha.
Andy Burnham (Labour) and Robert Kenyon (Reform UK) lead the tight Makerfield by-election, which may influence the next UK Prime Minister. Burnham, if elected, is likely to challenge current PM Keir Starmer for Labour leadership.
Colombian far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, nicknamed "the Tiger", has surprisingly won the first round of the presidential election with 43.7% of the vote. He has declared his support for Donald Trump and promises a "iron fist" policy. The second round is scheduled for June 21.
Face aux défis climatiques et à la finitude des ressources, la gauche et les écologistes français s'interrogent sur la manière de proposer un avenir désirable, s'éloignant de la croissance. Delphine Batho lance "La Politique de la beauté" comme une "nouvelle écologie".
La gauche et les écologistes français s'interrogent sur la manière de formuler des promesses politiques positives pour la campagne présidentielle, explorant des concepts comme le "pouvoir d'achat" ou une "nouvelle écologie" prônée par Delphine Batho.
South Korea's state-run KHNP has chosen Yeongdeok for two new large nuclear reactors (2.8GW) and Gijang for a small modular reactor (0.7GW), aiming for completion by 2038. This reverses a previous stance against new nuclear construction, driven by rising power demand from AI and clean energy goals.
Colombian farmers in Guaviare worry about the future of Peasant Reserve Zones (ZRCs) if a far-right candidate wins the upcoming election. These zones aim to protect rural communities and biodiversity but face uncertainty due to political polarization and ongoing conflict.
Rebecca Simonitsch, diagnosed with epilepsy at 18, found unexpected support from a stranger on a flight after learning she was a candidate for brain surgery. The man, an expert in neuropsychology, drew diagrams of the brain to explain the procedure, offering her hope and reassurance.
In Tuesday's primary elections, Donald Trump-backed candidates experienced mixed success. While some secured Senate nominations in Alabama, Georgia, and Oklahoma, Burt Jones lost the Georgia gubernatorial race. Voters also decided congressional and mayoral candidates ahead of November's midterms.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released admit cards for the UGC NET June 2026 examination, scheduled from June 22-30. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official UGC NET portal using their application number and date of birth.
Victoria's Trades Hall Council head, Luke Hilakari, publicly named 23 Labor MPs and candidates for having no constituent conversations in two weeks, urging them to "work their ass off" to counter One Nation's rise. He warned of withholding union support in the upcoming election if engagement doesn't improve.
Ein Kandidat für die US-Senatswahl in Alaska, der denselben Namen wie der Amtsinhaber trägt, wurde von der Wahlbehörde disqualifiziert. Die Behörde begründete dies mit der Absicht, Verwirrung zu stiften und die Wahl zu beeinträchtigen.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil are reportedly leading candidates to take over as manager at Ipswich following Kieran McKenna's departure. Solskjaer, formerly of Manchester United, and O'Neil, currently at Strasbourg, are both admired by the club's hierarchy.
The English Premiership semi-finals showcased brilliant rugby, leading to a Northampton v Exeter final. This presents an opportunity for England to embrace a more dynamic, attacking style, potentially identifying future national team talent beyond current coach Steve Borthwick.
India has banned the Telegram messaging app until June 22, citing its use by cheating rackets to defraud candidates in the upcoming NEET medical entrance exam re-test. The exam was cancelled due to a question paper leak, sparking outrage and protests.
Dobong District Mayor Oh Eon-seok has filed a complaint against Mayor-elect Kim Dong-wook, alleging violations of election law, specifically 'door-to-door campaigning,' which is prohibited. The complaint cites visits to multiple offices within the district office building on the first day of the election campaign.
알래스카 선거관리국이 현직 상원의원과 이름이 같은 동명이인 댄 설리번의 상원의원 선거 출마를 불허했다. 선관위는 유권자 혼란과 투표 공정성 훼손을 이유로 들었으나, 참정권 침해라는 반발도 나온다.
A private Signal chat involving billionaires like Sergey Brin and Marc Andreessen, who discussed strategies to combat California's proposed 5% wealth tax, has been revealed. Their efforts, including backing candidates and attempting to buy signature-gathering companies, have largely failed, with the tax measure polling strongly and legislative action pending.
Washington D.C. voters are choosing party nominees for mayor and congressional delegate in a primary election marked by the city's changing landscape under the Trump administration. Key races include the Democratic primary for mayor and delegate, with candidates focusing on issues like affordability, public safety, and home rule.
Washington D.C. voters are participating in primary elections for mayor and congressional delegate. The races are marked by significant changes under the Trump administration, with candidates focusing on issues of autonomy, affordability, and public safety.
The UPSC has released the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 result in PDF format. Over 13,000 candidates qualified for the Main Examination against 1,016 vacancies. The application window for Mains is from June 19-28, 2026, with the exam starting August 21, 2026.
