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Curtis Sliwa launches Republican mayoral bid for NYC

Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa launches another Republican campaign for New York City mayor, bringing his distinctive red beret and controversial tactics back into the political spotlight.

NY Election Candidate Vanishes Days Before Vote

The New York political scene is gripped by the unexplained disappearance of Petros Krommidas, a council candidate who vanished without trace just days before voters head to the polls in Long Beach.

El-Sayed launches Michigan Senate bid

Former state health director Abdul El-Sayed enters Michigan's crowded Democratic Senate primary, bringing his progressive agenda and grassroots appeal to a pivotal battleground contest.

Britain's tallest Tory candidate stands at 6ft 9in

Conservative candidate James McAlpine makes a giant impression in Westminster politics, bringing his 6ft 9in frame and financial expertise to challenge Labour's stronghold in Brent East.

Trump claims UK election "rigged" in explosive interview

Donald Trump has launched a stunning attack on Britain's electoral system, claiming the upcoming general election is 'rigged' and warning of 'big trouble' ahead in an exclusive interview that's set to spark diplomatic tensions.

Cameroon's Biya set to extend 42-year rule in election

President Paul Biya, Africa's second-longest serving leader, appears set to extend his 42-year rule in Cameroon's presidential election despite facing unprecedented opposition unity and voter discontent.

RFK Jr's autism claims spark medical backlash

Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr faces widespread condemnation after claiming certain chemicals can cause autism, with medical experts and fact-checkers debunking his controversial statements.

Katie Porter accused of bullying TSA agent at airport

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter faces allegations of intimidating behaviour towards a TSA agent at Washington Dulles Airport, with witnesses describing a tense confrontation that lasted several minutes.

RFK Jr's Bizarre Ozempic Sugar Conspiracy Theory

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr has sparked controversy by suggesting diabetes and weight-loss medications like Ozempic are part of a conspiracy to eliminate sugar from American diets. His unconventional claims about artificial swe

RFK Jr's sugar beet claim draws expert criticism

US presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr makes controversial assertion about sugar beet consumption timeline, drawing scrutiny from health experts and nutrition scientists.

Leavitt: No Government Pay During Shutdowns

GOP congressional candidate Karoline Leavitt declares federal workers shouldn't receive paychecks during government shutdowns, igniting heated debate about taxpayer fairness and civil service protections.

Shipping heir found dead in pool before election

Petros Krommidas, 49-year-old son of wealthy Greek shipping tycoon, discovered dead in Long Island swimming pool just days before local elections where he was standing as a candidate.

Starmer confronts BBC over Panorama investigation

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer challenges BBC director-general over 'Panorama' programme investigating party's candidate selection process, raising concerns about editorial standards and political impartiality.

RFK Jr's bizarre sneeze fit during Trump COVID discussion

Robert F Kennedy Jr's controversial presidential bid faces fresh scrutiny after an extraordinary coughing fit during a live interview about Donald Trump's COVID diagnosis, raising health questions just weeks before the election.

Trump's 11 Most Unhinged Election Moments

A forensic look at Donald Trump's most erratic claims during the US election campaign, including accusations of a rigged vote and a peculiar story about electrocuted sharks.

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