Colombians head to the polls to choose President Gustavo Petro’s successor
Colombians have begun voting in the first round of the 2026 presidential election, with government-allied Senator Ivan Cepeda leading in the polls, according to Al Jazeera.
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Ethiopia Election 2026: Parties, Coalitions, and Candidates
Ethiopians vote in a general election with 47 political parties and over 10,900 candidates competing, according to the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE).
Colombia Goes to Polls in Election Pitting Petro Ally Against Pro-Trump Candidates
Colombians are voting in the first round of the 2026 presidential election, pitting outgoing President Gustavo Petro’s ally against pro-Trump candidates advocating for a tougher stance on armed groups, according to The Guardian.
Colombia Votes in Presidential Election with US Relations at Stake
Colombia's presidential election could redefine the country's relations with the US, according to BBC.
Mexico Senate Passes Bill Allowing Election Annulment for ‘Foreign Interference’
Mexico’s Senate has passed a constitutional amendment allowing election results to be annulled over 'foreign interference,' sparking alarm among opposition groups. The bill, presented by President Claudia Sheinbaum, now requires ratification by 34 states.
Mexico Backs Amendment to Annul Election Results
Mexico’s lower house has approved a constitutional amendment to allow the nullification of elections in cases of foreign interference, according to Al Jazeera.
French Presidential Race Sees Ex-PM Philippe as Early Favourite
With a year until France's presidential election, opinion polls indicate former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe is the leading candidate to challenge populists in the race, according to the BBC.
Kentucky voters deliver verdict: Gallrein ousts Massie
Kentucky voters delivered a decisive verdict in the GOP primary for the state’s 4th Congressional District, ousting incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie and backing Trump-endorsed candidate Ed Gallrein by nearly 10 percentage points.
Election Results Highlight Political Shifts and Concerns
Election results across multiple states and regions have highlighted varying political trends and concerns, from Alabama's House and Senate races to Andalusia's regional leadership and Germany's industrial sector anxieties.
How the shape of a map can determine the US midterm elections
The shape of electoral maps could play a decisive role in the 2026 US midterm elections, according to Al Jazeera.
Kentucky primary 2026: A Test for Trump-Defying Candidates
Kentucky’s May 19, 2026, primary election will test whether a Republican can defy Donald Trump and survive, as Thomas Massie faces a Trump-backed challenger. The race could shape the party’s internal dynamics ahead of the 2028 presidential election.
Starbucks Korea CEO fired over Tank Day promotion
Starbucks Korea's CEO, Son Jung-hyun, was fired after a promotional campaign that evoked the 1980 Gwangju military crackdown, according to Al Jazeera.
How Philadelphia’s Democratic primary tests the bounds of US progressivism
Pennsylvania’s third congressional district will choose a progressive candidate Tuesday, with four Democrats vying for the nomination. The race highlights the Democratic Party’s internal divisions ahead of the 2026 midterms, according to Al Jazeera.
Oregon’s Packed Governor’s Race and Gas Tax Referendum
Oregon’s primary elections on Tuesday will determine the nominees for the 2026 general election, with Governor Tina Kotek seeking re-election in a crowded race. The vote also includes a fuel tax referendum, as rising gas prices continue to strain consumers.
Thomas Massie Faces Trump-Backed Primary Challenge
A pro-Trump super PAC has launched a $1 million ad campaign against Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky, following President Donald Trump’s public call for voters to 'fire Massie.'