Election

The DA is investigating claims that a Long Island school clerk destroyed ballots to help DJ win an election. New York State has ordered a new election following the district's revelation.

Brazilian companies raised a record R$283bn in the capital market from January to May, a 14% increase compared to the same months in 2025. Share sales nearly quadrupled to R$13.8bn, driving this surge as firms rush to raise funds before the election.

The European Union pledged €18 million in economic support and liberalized export rules for Armenia amid Russian trade pressure. Russia imposed trade restrictions before Armenia's parliamentary election, where the Civil Contract party won 49.8% of the votes.

Minneapolis City Council member Aisha Chughtai announced plans to take a month-long mental health break, citing stress from an election, mass shootings, and a federal occupation. She attributed her decision to these factors impacting her well-being.

Colombia's stock market rose 1.09% to 2,286 as the election overhang lifted following the resolution of a contested runoff. The rebound offset part of a post-election decline, though falling oil prices negatively impacted Ecopetrol.

Polish President Karol Nawrocki stripped Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Poland's highest state honor, deepening a dispute between the two nations. The conflict is linked to next year's election in Poland.

INEC presented certificates of return to Oyebanji and his deputy following a second term election victory. Oyebanji expressed gratitude to voters, political leaders, party supporters, and INEC officials for the peaceful election.

Starmer departs Westminster tearfully as Andy Burnham arrives amid near-hysteria. A Mail readers' poll indicates 89% support for calling an election.

Absa is investing capital in Kenya, Ghana has refused US funding to protect its citizens' data, and Nigeria's election is a key focus. The brief highlights business, technology, and political developments across Africa.

Abelardo de la Espriella, a Trump-endorsed conservative candidate, holds a slim lead in Colombia's presidential runoff with 49.7% of votes, while progressive candidate Iván Cepeda challenges the results, claiming unofficial counts. De la Espriella's potential victory could reverse outgoing President Gustavo Petro's policies, including peace negotiations with armed groups.

Abelardo de la Espriella, a Trump-backed political outsider, leads Colombia's presidential runoff with 49.7% of votes, while his rival Iván Cepeda challenges the results, alleging irregularities in over 30,000 voting stations. The tight race highlights concerns over renewed internal conflict and differing approaches to crime and peace negotiations.

The article discusses how Israel's upcoming election is being influenced more by fear than hope. It highlights the emotional dynamics shaping voter behavior in the election.

Over 90% of first-time voters plan to cast ballots in an upcoming election, driven by their belief in voting's impact on Israel's future, though they express concerns about the current state of democracy.

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. is set to return to Congress on June 30 after an unspecified medical absence since March. His political consultant confirmed his return and transparency about his health, while he remains in the race for reelection against Rebecca Bennett in a key New Jersey district.

Peru’s June 7 runoff election ended with a near dead heat between Roberto Sánchez and Keiko Fujimori. Trailing candidate Sánchez is leading a protest in Lima on June 19, calling it a defense of the vote.

Uruguay's football team drew in a match, Argentina begins title defense, Colombia heads to Azteca Stadium amid election tensions, and Mexico City's teacher standoff escalates as government takes action.

The article discusses the uncertainty surrounding Trump's stance toward Netanyahu, highlighting Trump's repeated belittlement of the Israeli premier as an election approaches. Netanyahu previously believed he understood the US well, but this dynamic now creates tension.

Brazil has delayed most of its 2026 railway auctions to 2027, citing unfinished technical studies, draft rules, and audit-court review. The plan involves R$140bn ($28bn) in construction across thousands of kilometers of track, with one major auction affected by the approaching election.

Netanyahu will seek re-election, his Likud Party announced after Trump expressed doubts. The election must be held by October.

MAGA faces a warning about the rapid advancement of a new technology that could influence the next election. The technology is described as extraordinary and is expected to play a decisive role in future political outcomes.

Elections for one seat in the Legislative Council are being closely observed. The Legislative Council consists of seven seats in total.

President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on his election victory, calling it a win for Armenia’s sovereignty and independence. Zelensky also urged the European Union to increase support for Armenia, emphasizing closer ties with Europe should benefit citizens.

Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje won nearly 44% of the vote in Kosovo's election but fell short of a majority, necessitating coalition negotiations.

Spencer Pratt's expected path to the November runoff has been disrupted by a late-vote surge from Nithya Raman, leading to uncertainty in Los Angeles' ballot count. Supporters of Pratt are reportedly devastated by the shift in momentum.

Armenians are voting in an election that could shift the country’s alignment from Russia to Europe. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party is favored over pro-Russian opposition candidates, while billionaire Samvel Karapetyan, a key challenger, campaigns from house arrest.

Armenia is attempting to align more closely with Europe and the West, leading to tensions with Russia. The country is approaching a significant election, as reported by Lucy Martirosyan from Yerevan.

Armenia is preparing for an election as Russia exerts pressure on its pro-West government. Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite declining domestic support.

Samvel Karapetyan, a Pro-Russian billionaire under house arrest, is the biggest challenger to a pro-western incumbent in Sunday’s Armenian election.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro accuses the U.S. of aligning against his government and supporting forces he claims are involved in the drug trade. He also alleges U.S. intervention in Colombia's election.

Mayoral candidate Nithya Raman narrowed the gap with mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt, trailing by about six percentage points according to the latest election update.

The California Post visited Los Angeles County's 144,000-square-foot ballot processing facility, where dozens of empty workstations were observed despite a $336 million budget. The scene highlighted pressure to process hundreds of thousands of remaining ballots ahead of the election count.

Voters in Monterey Park, Calif., approved a measure to ban data centers, making it the first U.S. city to enact such a prohibition via voter approval. Approximately 86 percent of voters supported the measure in Tuesday’s election.

Russia has imposed trade restrictions on Armenia's rose exports ahead of an election, pressuring the western-friendly government in Yerevan. Moscow's actions aim to influence political dynamics in the region.

Billionaires who supported Matt Mahan and other long-shot candidates discovered that financial resources alone cannot guarantee a successful election strategy. The outcome highlighted the limitations of monetary influence in political campaigns.

Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr has not been seen for months but is expected to win Tuesday's election. He has received an endorsement from Donald Trump.

A potential Trump deal with Iran could create challenges for Netanyahu, who requires a political victory before a significant election.

Ethiopians voted in parliamentary and regional elections expected to give Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party a landslide win. Voting was absent in Tigray due to 'unfavourable conditions' and interrupted in Oromo and Amhara regions due to security issues.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is likely to retain power in elections amid security challenges and rising tensions in the northern Tigray region. The African Development Bank projects economic growth of 7.8% in 2025-26 and 8.5% in 2026-27, but Ethiopia faces 'unsustainable' external debt. Abiy has pursued economic liberalization, including reopening a stock exchange and boosting state-owned enterprise revenue.

No candidates are running for mayor in Bayville, a Long Island town, leading to a write-in election. Current Mayor Steve Minicozzi is not seeking re-election, and no other candidates completed the ballot process. Voters will choose a mayor on June 16 by writing in names, with concerns about potential chaos.

Polls are open in Ethiopia, but not all citizens can vote. The Prime Minister's party is expected to dominate the election amid ongoing conflicts overshadowing the process.