Andy Burnham vows to ‘change Labour’ in direct challenge to Keir Starmer
Andy Burnham promises to change Labour in Makerfield byelection, directly challenging Keir Starmer amid a bitter fight with Reform UK.
Category : Elections
Greater Manchester Mayoral Candidates Issue Final Statements
Over two million voters go to the polls on July 30 to elect Andy Burnham's successor as Greater Manchester mayor; candidates Bev Craig, Phil Eckersley and others issue final appeals.
Haiti Police Chief Confirms Election Plan Despite Gang Violence
Haiti police chief says election plan underway despite gang violence; details to be released soon.
Labour could be locked out of Welsh government for first time, poll shows
YouGov poll projects Plaid Cymru as largest party, Labour reduced to 12 seats in Welsh Senedd elections.
Burnham Confirms Makerfield By Election Bid
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election with 55% of vote, setting up potential challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership.
Gun Lobby Targets Marginal Labor Seats in NSW Election Over Firearm Laws
Gun lobby group ARU targets marginal Labor seats in NSW election over post-Bondi firearm laws, supporting candidates who oppose reforms.
Greater Manchester mayoral election: Voters head to polls
Thousands of voters across Greater Manchester are heading to the polls to elect a new mayor, succeeding Andy Burnham who became PM. Seven candidates are standing. The result will be announced on Friday.
Trans+ History Week Returns Amid Landmark Ruling
Trans+ History Week returns in May 2026 amid a landmark Supreme Court ruling, featuring the Reflections campaign and community events across the UK.
Polls open for Greater Manchester mayoral by-election
More than two million voters can choose Andy Burnham's successor in the UK's largest by-election. Seven candidates stand including Labour's Bev Craig.
US Supreme Court Reinstates Texas Congressional Map Favouriting Republicans
US Supreme Court reinstates Texas electoral map favouring Republicans, potentially flipping five seats as party aims to keep Congress control.
Swinney to seek referendum vote even without SNP majority
John Swinney will push for a referendum vote on independence powers from day one of the next parliament, even without a majority, according to SNP aides.
Geert Wilders Wins Dutch General Election in Major Upset
Anti-Islam populist Geert Wilders’ PVV wins 37 seats in Dutch election, far ahead, shaking Dutch and European politics.
US Supreme Court Blocks Order Against Texas Congressional Map
US Supreme Court temporarily blocks ruling that Texas congressional map likely discriminated on racial grounds, pending further consideration.
SpaceX buys nearly one in five Tesla Cybertrucks as sales slide
SpaceX purchased nearly 20% of Tesla Cybertrucks in Q4 2025, propping up sales as Tesla faces decline and competition from BYD.
Trump achieves 100% approval from MAGA voters, CNN analyst says
New poll shows 100% approval from MAGA voters for Trump; CNN analyst stunned; 30% of Americans identify as MAGA; 90% approve Iran strikes.
Labour Fears 'Annihilation' in Lancashire After Elections U-Turn
Labour fears electoral wipeout in Lancashire after government reinstates council elections in seven districts, following Reform UK's legal threat.
US Judges Allow North Carolina's Republican-Drawn Congressional Map
US judges allow North Carolina's Republican-drawn congressional map, targeting a swing seat currently held by a Democrat.
Liberal Party Can Win Election Alone, Says Ruston
Anne Ruston says the Liberal Party can rebuild trust and win elections despite poor SA result, while downplaying One Nation's rise.
Democrats urged to adopt economic populism to win back young voters
NextGen America's Victoria Yang says Democrats must focus on economic populism to reconnect with young voters worried about rising costs.
Liberals Must Rebuild Trust After SA Election Wipeout, Says Ruston
Anne Ruston says Liberals must rebuild trust after poor SA election result; One Nation sees best poll showing since 1998.
Angela Paxton Snubs Husband Ken Paxton in Texas Primary Runoff Endorsements
Angela Paxton snubs her estranged husband Ken Paxton in Texas runoff endorsements, backing other candidates but not the Trump-endorsed attorney general.
Andy Burnham becomes Labour leader, pledges unity and leftwing agenda
Andy Burnham becomes Labour leader, pledging unity and a leftwing agenda. Tensions over chancellor choice emerge.
FBI seizes 2020 ballots in Georgia amid election scrutiny
FBI raids Fulton County, Georgia election facility, seizes 2020 ballots and records amid ongoing scrutiny of election integrity.
Socceroos' African heritage highlights Australia's diversity ahead of World Cup
Socceroos' African heritage players Mo Touré and Nestory Irankunda highlight Australia's diversity ahead of the World Cup, with increasing representation from refugee backgrounds.
British Republican Steve Hilton Advances in Tight California Governor's Race
Former UK political adviser Steve Hilton advances to California governor race, to face Democrat Xavier Becerra in November. Hilton, endorsed by Trump, faces uphill battle in Democratic state.
Reform UK Sparks Fear in Manchester Mayoral By-Election
The Greater Manchester mayoral by-election, the UK's largest, tests Labour's resilience against Reform UK and the Green party.
Trump pardons Giuliani, Meadows over 2020 election plot – but state cases remain
Trump pardons Giuliani and Meadows for 2020 election plot, but state-level cases remain active, including in Georgia.
Six Candidates Clash in Crucial California Governor Debate
Six candidates spar over homelessness and cost of living in first debate since Swalwell's exit, with no clear frontrunner ahead of primary.
Sara Davies Flies Ryanair and Camps in Rain to Keep Kids Grounded Despite £37m Fortune
Dragons' Den star Sara Davies, worth £37m, flies Ryanair and camps in the rain to keep her children grounded, despite her fortune.
Scottish party leaders clash over second independence referendum in first TV debate
Holyrood leaders clash on independence in first TV debate; Sturgeon warns of Westminster control; opponents call for focus on recovery.
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