Graham Platner’s ‘Weaponized’ Past Amid New Allegations
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner said his past is being 'weaponized' in a public appearance on Friday, as new allegations from multiple women surface in the New York Times.
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Insecurity and Instability Drive Voters in Peru’s Presidential Race
Insecurity and instability are driving voters in Peru's tight presidential race, according to BBC News.
Protests grow in Albania against Trump-Kushner-linked resort
Protests have grown in Albania against a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, according to SZ.de and T-Online.
Peru’s Discontented Voters Face Left-Right Runoff in 2026 Election
Peruvian voters head to the polls on Sunday for a runoff election that pits Keiko Fujimori, a right-wing candidate, against leftist congressman Roberto Sánchez, according to The Guardian.
Brasil x Estados Unidos: UFC e futebol em destaque no fim de semana
Neste fim de semana, Brasil e Estados Unidos são destaque em dois esportes diferentes — o UFC e o futebol — com eventos importantes marcados para os dias 6 e 7 de junho.
Xavier Becerra Election News: Advances to November Gubernatorial Race
Democrat Xavier Becerra will advance to the November election in California’s governor’s race, according to CNN projections. The former Health and Human Services Secretary is now guaranteed a spot in the general election.
Armenia Faces Election as Russia Applies Economic Pressure
Armenia votes on 7 June under mounting Russian economic pressure, as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeks re-election on a promise of European integration, according to the BBC.
Ghana Records 14 Arrests of Critics, Spurring Free Speech Concerns
Ghana has recorded 14 arrests linked to false news and offensive speech in less than 16 months, nearly double the number documented during the previous administration’s entire eight-year tenure, according to the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA).
Graham Platner Faces Another Controversy Before Maine Senate Primary
Graham Platner, a political novice and oyster farmer running for the U.S. Senate in Maine, faces another controversy days ahead of the primary, with allegations including a Nazi-themed tattoo and inappropriate text messages. Platner has denied the claims, calling them politically motivated.
Trump Makes Pitch to Farmers Amid Tariff Fallout in Wisconsin
US President Donald Trump visited Wisconsin on Friday to rally support from farmers affected by tariffs and high prices, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump to Meet AI Leaders, Discuss US Investment in Their Companies
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet with leaders of artificial intelligence companies to discuss increased U.S. investment in their firms. This development comes amid growing global competition in the AI sector.
Arkansas Sheriff Nominee’s Murder Charge Dropped
A murder charge against Aaron Spencer, a sheriff nominee in Arkansas who killed his daughter’s alleged abuser, was dismissed after a critical dash camera memory card was lost. The court ruled the loss of evidence was so egregious it warranted dismissal.
Trump White House Ballroom Project Costs Double to $400M
Plans for a new White House ballroom under US President Donald Trump have expanded significantly over the past year, with the estimated cost doubling to $400 million and now including a rooftop drone port and underground hospital, according to BBC Verify.
Robert De Niro Slams Trump, Praises Ariana Grande
Robert De Niro criticized Donald Trump as 'immoral, cruel, and corrupt' during the Tribeca Festival, while also praising Ariana Grande for her professionalism and positive energy.
Why Election Results in 2nd Largest US City Take Weeks
Election results in California, the most populous US state, are taking weeks to finalize due to the state's vote-counting process and reliance on mail-in ballots, according to the California Secretary of State.