Politics

Elections

Greens’ Polanski Confronts Labour Over Drug Policy and Gaza Stance

Greens leader Zack Polanski has accused Labour of making 'vile' comments on drug policy and complicity in the Gaza conflict as the Gorton and Denton by-election enters its final 48 hours.

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US Politics

FedEx Sues Trump Admin for IEEPA Tariff Refund Amid Supreme Court Ruling

FedEx has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration seeking a refund for tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed the tariffs unlawful.

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Conservation

Colombian Wetlands Turn to Death Zone as Oil Leaks and Gangs Displace Fishing Communities

Standing in a canoe armed with a machete, Yuly Velásquez battles oil sludge in Barrancabermeja, Colombia, where manatees and jaguars once thrived, now poisoned by refinery leaks and armed gangs.

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Conflicts & Security

U.S. Military Buildup in Iran Faces Strategic Uncertainty

With two U.S. aircraft carrier strike groups converging on Iran, the administration faces criticism over its lack of clear objectives in the region, echoing past military missteps.

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Africa

New Electoral Act 2026 Enacted to Transform Nigeria’s Democracy

Nigeria has officially enacted the Electoral Act, 2026, marking a significant transformation in its electoral governance framework and aiming to enhance transparency, credibility, and inclusivity in the democratic process.

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US Politics

Trump’s Unsteady Gait at White House Event Raises Health Concerns

A video of President Donald Trump struggling to walk at a White House event has reignited concerns about his health, with observers noting his unsteady gait and sudden reach for support.

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AI

HYPR Introduces Context-Based Attestation to Combat Evolving Identity Fraud

HYPR has unveiled a new identity verification solution called context-based attestation, designed to counter increasingly sophisticated fraud tactics in hiring, onboarding, and account recovery.

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Corporate

Funeral Announced for Conor Quinn, Father of Four Killed in Armagh Road Collision

Funeral arrangements have been confirmed for Conor Quinn, a 31-year-old father of four who died in a deadly road traffic collision on the Moy Road outside Armagh.

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Corporate

AI in HR Transforms Talent Strategy, Boosts Productivity, and Drives Operational Excellence

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing human resources, with companies leveraging AI to enhance productivity, streamline operations, and improve workforce planning.

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Corporate

Supply Chain Inefficiencies Cost Billions in Shareholder Value, Analysis Reveals

Global supply chain inefficiencies are costing major corporations up to $88 million in enterprise value per $400 million in EBITDA, according to a new analysis by logistics data provider Xeneta.

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Elections

Election Commission Conferences with State Poll Panels Focus on EVMs and Electoral Rolls

The Election Commission of India (EC) has begun a day-long conference with state election commissions, emphasizing the sharing of electoral rolls and modernization of voting technology.

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US Politics

ICC Begins Preliminary Hearing on Duterte’s Alleged Crimes Against Humanity

The International Criminal Court has opened a preliminary hearing to determine if former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte should face trial for alleged crimes against humanity linked to his drug war.

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Elections

West Lancashire Council Elections Focus on Pools, Housing, and Reforms

West Lancashire Council elections, reinstated by the government after being delayed, will focus on contentious issues such as swimming pools, housing developments, and the impact of Reform UK's growing influence in local politics.

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Elections

Lehigh County Special Election Could Shift Control of Pennsylvania House

A special election in Lehigh County on Tuesday could determine the balance of power in the Pennsylvania House, with Democrats and Republicans vying for a pivotal seat in Allentown.

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Wahlen

Ehemaliger Abgeordneter ist zuversichtlich: APC gewinnt in Osun

Ein ehemaliger Abgeordneter aus Osun vertraut darauf, dass die APC bei der bevorstehenden Gouverneurswahl am 8. August gewinnt. Er begründet dies mit der Regierung von Präsident Bola Ahmed Tinubu und der Parteileistung in dem Bundesstaat.

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