Assad wins Syria election with 95.1% of vote
Bashar al-Assad secures overwhelming victory in Syria's controversial presidential election while Western nations dismiss the process as illegitimate and undemocratic.
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Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open
The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative
The Labour voter's dilemma: When choice isn't a choice
An examination of the difficult position facing voters who feel politically homeless in the current landscape, where voting Labour feels less like a choice and more like an obligation.
Israeli missiles strike Syrian defence sites near Damascus
Explosions reported in Damascus as Syrian air defences allegedly intercept Israeli missiles targeting military facilities near the coastal city of Baniyas.
Israeli air strike hits Iranian officials in Damascus
Explosions rock Syrian capital as alleged Israeli missile attack hits building near Iranian embassy, marking significant escalation in regional tensions.
Trump Calls For 'Revenge Voting' In Election
Former US President Donald Trump has explicitly urged his supporters to engage in 'revenge voting' against his political opponents in the upcoming election, a move decried by critics as a dangerous escalation of partisan rhetoric.
Ant and Dec's 22-Year Awards Streak Under Threat
The legendary TV duo Ant and Dec are facing their most significant challenge in two decades as a major awards show overhauls its voting system, potentially ending their historic winning streak for Best Presenter.
Strictly Come Dancing Announces Major 2024 Format Changes
Strictly Come Dancing's head judge Shirley Ballas has revealed significant format changes for the 2024 series, including a new voting system and extended live shows, promising the most dramatic season yet.
Labour's top women demand major election reform
Senior Labour Party women, including Shadow Ministers, are demanding an urgent review of the UK's First Past the Post voting system, branding it 'unfit for purpose' and a threat to democracy ahead of the next general election.
Argentina's Milei Faces Ultimate Election Test Over Radical Reforms
President Javier Milei's controversial austerity programme and radical economic reforms face a decisive verdict as Argentina heads to the polls. This analysis examines the high-stakes battle shaping the nation's future.
MTV VMAs 2025: Nominations, Voting & Performers Revealed
Get the exclusive first look at the MTV VMAs 2025. Discover the nominees, how to vote for your favourites, and which global superstars are confirmed to perform at the year's biggest music event.
Farage Demands Electoral Reform Over 'Unfair' System
Brexit architect Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on the UK's 'first past the post' electoral system, branding it 'fundamentally undemocratic' after new analysis revealed his Reform UK party could secure millions of votes with minimal parliamen
Majority of Brits Back Return of Compulsory ID Cards
A new poll reveals a dramatic shift in public opinion, with over half of Britons now supporting the introduction of mandatory ID cards. Discover the reasons behind the U-turn and the political divide.
Trump Campaign Sues North Carolina Over Mail-In Voting Rules
Donald Trump's campaign and the RNC file a federal lawsuit against North Carolina officials, alleging new mail-in voting rules could invite fraud and undermine election integrity.
Australian elections under threat from shadowy groups
A major review reveals alarming new threats to Australia's electoral integrity, including covert intimidation campaigns and sophisticated interference from shadowy groups targeting the very heart of democracy.
Reform UK activist probed over polling station ice cream offer
A Reform UK campaigner in Leicestershire is under police investigation after allegedly offering free ice cream to voters outside a polling station, a potential breach of strict electoral bribery laws.
Genius Gerrymandering Puzzle: Can You Outsmart The System?
A fiendish mathematical puzzle exposes how electoral boundaries can be manipulated. Discover if you have the strategic genius to crack the code of gerrymandering.
Starmer's Electoral Reform Gamble to Reshape UK Politics
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is considering a historic move towards proportional representation, a strategic play that could redefine UK democracy and thwart Nigel Farage's political ambitions for good.
UN: Assad Coercing Syrian Refugees to Return from Lebanon
The UN refugee agency warns of a coercive campaign by Syria's government, forcing vulnerable refugees in Lebanon to return to an unsafe homeland, despite ongoing risks and lack of basic services.
Schwarzenegger Slams Newsom's California Redistricting Plan
Hollywood legend and former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger launches scathing attack on current California leader Gavin Newsom over controversial redistricting proposal, accusing him of partisan power grab that undermines electoral integrity.
Assad Accused of Sectarian Crackdown with Mosque Closures
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad faces mounting criticism for the forced closure of key Sunni mosques in Damascus, a move decried as a blatant attempt to suppress religious freedom and inflame sectarian divisions.
Fulton Commissioners Defy Court, Face Jail Over Election Board
Fulton County Commissioners defy court order over election board appointments, triggering a constitutional crisis and potential jail sentences in a dramatic political showdown.
Labour hits 6-year poll low as Reform UK surges ahead
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party faces a major crisis as a new poll reveals its lowest rating in six years, while Reform UK opens a staggering eight-point lead, casting doubt on the upcoming general election.
Supreme Court blocks Utah's Republican-drawn congressional maps
The US Supreme Court blocks Utah's Republican-drawn congressional maps amid allegations of unconstitutional gerrymandering, setting stage for major voting rights showdown.
Nevada and Oregon voters back electoral system overhaul
Nevada and Oregon voters have backed significant changes to their electoral systems, moving towards open primaries and ranked-choice voting in a growing US trend.
NAACP Sues Texas Over 'Discriminatory' Congressional Maps
The NAACP launches a major federal lawsuit against Texas, alleging new congressional maps deliberately dilute Black voting power and violate the Voting Rights Act in a move with national implications.
Trump's Plan to Deploy National Guard to Seize Voting Machines
Explosive new evidence suggests Donald Trump's team schemed to use the US National Guard to seize voting machines and overturn his 2020 election defeat, a bombshell report claims.
UK Parliament Debates Lowering Voting Age to 16
A landmark proposal to extend the voting franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds in UK general elections is gaining momentum in Westminster, sparking a national debate on youth representation and democratic engagement.
MPs Vote on Lowering UK General Election Voting Age to 16
MPs are set to debate a historic bill that could extend the franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds for UK general elections, a move championed by Labour but facing government opposition.
Vote at 16: Electoral Commission Plans School Democracy Drive
The UK's elections watchdog is spearheading a new initiative to embed democracy lessons in schools, aiming to educate and empower 16 and 17-year-olds ahead of their new right to vote.
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