In UK elections, eccentric candidates like Count Binface and Rob Pownall (dressed as a fox) run in costumes. Their satirical campaigns often highlight serious issues, aiming to influence public discourse and potentially future laws, reflecting Britain's unique political eccentricity.
Far-right presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella is leading in polls ahead of Colombia's run-off election. A former defense lawyer, his radical security proposals, including mega-prisons and aerial fumigation, draw comparisons to Trump and Bukele, potentially marking a significant shift in Colombian politics.
Reform UK is investigating if sexist social media posts by its Makerfield byelection candidate, Robert Kenyon, hurt its chances. Despite hopes for a close contest, Andy Burnham won decisively, with voters citing Kenyon's lewd comments, particularly women, as a deterrent. Nigel Farage acknowledged disappointment and urged Restore UK voters to switch to Reform.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct a nationwide mock drill on June 20, a day before the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on June 21. The re-exam is for nearly 23 lakh candidates following allegations of a paper leak in the original May 3 test. The NTA has issued advisories to candidates regarding admit cards and cautioned against fake messages.
British elections feature a tradition of joke candidates, like Count Binface and a fox mascot, who stand in elections to protest or make political points. These candidates, often seen at televised results, highlight the manual counting process and the unique British electoral culture.
Nigel Farage urged Restore Britain voters to switch to Reform UK after a "disappointing" by-election result in Makerfield. Reform's candidate came second but was far behind winner Andy Burnham. Farage expressed concern over votes lost to Restore and called for unity behind Reform as the main challenger party.
EU leaders adopted a unanimous 18-point statement on Ukraine, the first since 2023, largely reiterating existing demands on Russia and commitments to Kyiv. The statement includes pledges for funds, weapons, and political backing, alongside plans for further sanctions against Russia and a call for an immediate ceasefire.
Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield byelection, a seat Reform was expected to win, is seen as a crucial lifeline for the Labour party. The win positions Burnham as the likely successor to Keir Starmer, offering a vision for progressive government.
Andhra Pradesh SSC ASE May 2026 results show an 82.39% pass rate, up from 76.14%. Girls outperformed boys by 4.93%, and Prakasam district led with 97.96% pass rate, while NTR district had the lowest at 63.18%.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched a verified WhatsApp channel (+91 78279 80287) for direct communication with NEET UG 2026 re-examination candidates. NTA warns against fake messages and scams, advising aspirants to use only official sources and download admit cards from the official website. The agency also stated that admit cards from the May 3 exam are invalid.
La classe politique française explore l'hypothèse d'un retournement de situation complet concernant la candidature de Marine Le Pen à l'élection présidentielle de 2027, suite à son sort judiciaire imminent.
Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, has won a parliamentary seat in northwest England, potentially positioning him to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham secured 54.8% of the vote in Makerfield, signaling a significant moment for British politics.
Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, has won a parliamentary seat in northern England, potentially positioning him to challenge current Labour leader Keir Starmer. Burnham, nicknamed "King of the North," secured a significant victory in Makerfield.
Andy Burnham secured a significant victory in the Makerfield by-election, winning by a large majority. His win is seen as a potential turning point and a challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership, with Burnham expressing a desire for more power for the north and a new politics based on unity.
Andy Burnham secured a significant victory in the Makerfield by-election, winning by a large majority. The Greater Manchester mayor's win is seen as a potential challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour party, with Burnham emphasizing a call for change and more power for neglected regions.
An NDA-backed independent candidate, Parimal Nathwani, secured a Rajya Sabha seat from Jharkhand, defeating Congress's nominee and exposing cracks within the INDIA bloc. In Mizoram, the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) comfortably won the state's lone Upper House seat.
Congress nominee Pranav Jha lost a crucial Rajya Sabha election in Jharkhand despite having the support of 28 MLAs. NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani secured 30 votes, while Jha received only 20. The defeat has triggered a blame game among INDIA bloc allies, with Congress accusing RJD and CPI-ML of betrayal, charges they deny.
The Congress candidate for a Rajya Sabha seat in Jharkhand lost the election despite having the support of the required 28 MLAs. NDA-backed Independent Parimal Nathwani secured 28 votes, while Congress nominee Pranav Jha received only 20. The defeat has triggered a blame game among INDIA bloc allies, with Congress accusing RJD and CPI-ML of betrayal, charges they deny.
The Congress nominee for a Rajya Sabha seat in Jharkhand, Pranav Jha, lost the election to NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani, despite the Congress having the required number of MLAs. Allegations of betrayal and cross-voting have surfaced among INDIA bloc allies.
Au Pérou, les résultats définitifs de l'élection présidentielle ne seront pas connus avant mi-juillet. Keiko Fujimori est en tête avec une légère avance, mais le dépouillement des bulletins contestés pourrait encore inverser la tendance.
Rachida Dati, ancienne candidate à la mairie de Paris, a été largement absente des conseils municipaux depuis sa défaite. Elle s'est présentée brièvement pour signer la feuille de présence, mais a manqué la majorité des débats.
CPI(ML) Liberation and RJD denied cross-voting in Jharkhand Rajya Sabha elections, stating their MLAs voted for Congress. They blamed Congress's internal issues for the loss and warned against damaging the INDIA bloc by shifting blame.
Colombia is holding a presidential run-off on June 21 between left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda and far-right outsider Abelardo de la Espriella. The candidates offer starkly different visions for the country's future, with Cepeda advocating for continuity and de la Espriella promising a break from establishment politics.
NDA-backed Independent Parimal Nathwani secured one of the two Rajya Sabha seats from Jharkhand, defeating Congress candidate Pranav in a close contest. The ruling JMM candidate Baidyanath Ram won the other seat. The election saw cross-voting and invalid votes, leading to accusations of betrayal from the Congress.
