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).
Politics
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.
Spain’s Sánchez Fights for Survival Amid Scandals
Pedro Sánchez marks eight years as Spain's prime minister amid a wave of corruption investigations threatening his government, 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.
Bondi Defends Epstein Files Handling Amid Congressional Probe
Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi has defended her handling of the release of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to the BBC.
Canadian ‘Poison Seller’ Admits Aiding 79 UK Suicides
Kenneth Law, a Canadian man known as the 'poison seller,' has admitted to selling toxic chemicals online that led to the deaths of at least 79 people in the UK and others in Canada.
Erika Kirk Responds to Conspiracy Claims, Threats, and Trauma
Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA and widow of founder Charlie Kirk, has faced conspiracy theories, a recent arrest for threats against her, and a traumatic shooting incident. According to The Daily Beast and KSAT, she responded to false claims with a statement saying, “Charlie’s love will last me a lifetime,” while a 26-year-old man was arrested for threatening to kill her.
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.
US Treasury Secretary Confirms $250 Bill Featuring Trump
US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent confirmed plans to print a $250 bill featuring President Donald Trump’s face, according to Al Jazeera.
Pattie Gonia Drag Queen Challenges Patagonia Trademark Lawsuit
Drag queen Pattie Gonia has called on outdoor apparel company Patagonia to drop a lawsuit that claims the performer is causing 'irreparable' harm to its brand, according to the BBC.
Paxton Wins GOP Senate Runoff, Unseats Cornyn with Trump’s Support
Ken Paxton, backed by former President Donald Trump, is projected to win the Texas Senate GOP runoff, unseating incumbent Sen. John Cornyn, according to CBS News.
Justice Department Probes E. Jean Carroll Over Alleged Perjury
The U.S. Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the former magazine columnist who accused President Donald Trump of sexual assault, according to CNN and The New York Times.
Jill Biden Thought Husband Had Stroke During 2024 Debate
Former U.S. First Lady Jill Biden said she feared her husband, President Joe Biden, was having a stroke during the 2024 presidential debate, according to a CBS News interview. The debate marked a turning point in Biden's re-election campaign.
Trump says US ‘not satisfied’ with Iran deal yet
U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. is 'not satisfied' with a proposed deal with Iran yet, adding 'we will be or we will have to finish the job.'