Fueled by a wave of anti-corruption protests, a new generation of candidates is challenging Nepal's political establishment. Young contenders like 25-year-old Kishori Karki are campaigning on promises of change, transparency, and a break from the past as the nation heads to the polls.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's conservative coalition is projected to secure a commanding majority in Sunday's snap election, capitalizing on her high approval ratings and populist appeal, though her assertive foreign policy and economic measures continue to stir regional and market anxieties.
As investors look beyond the index's recent strong run, a century-old pattern linked to U.S. midterm elections points to potential volatility ahead—and possible gains thereafter.
Citi analysts report Bitcoin is trading below the average cost basis of U.S. spot ETF holders and nearing a key pre-election price floor, as fading institutional inflows and macro headwinds pressure the cryptocurrency market.
Fulton County, Georgia, has filed a legal challenge against the FBI's recent seizure of 2020 election records, calling the search warrant's execution unlawful and demanding the return of all documents. The move intensifies the legal and political battle over election integrity claims stemming from the last presidential race.
Myanmar’s military-aligned party has secured a sweeping victory in a tightly controlled election, official results confirm, as the junta chief signs into law a new advisory body that could cement the army’s influence behind the scenes of any new civilian government.
The European Commission has commended TikTok for its "extremely cooperative" stance in an ongoing investigation into potential foreign interference during Romania's 2024 presidential election, as formal proceedings against the platform continue.
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, historical patterns suggest a period of heightened volatility for the S&P 500. While Wall Street forecasts remain optimistic, investors are weighing the typical election-year uncertainty against strong corporate fundamentals.
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has publicly opposed former President Donald Trump's recent suggestion that Republicans should seek to federalize election administration, arguing the Constitution reserves such powers for the states.
Senator Bernie Sanders, when pressed by CNN on his past laudatory remarks about Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, dismissed them as being from 'way back when,' highlighting the political shift surrounding her controversial election security assignment.
The brutal killing of a Hindu factory worker, accused of blasphemy, has ignited protests and exposed a surge in attacks against minorities ahead of national elections, raising alarms about polarization and impunity.
As Bangladesh approaches a pivotal national election, its Hindu minority reports a sharp increase in targeted attacks, raising fears of political scapegoating and testing the interim government's commitment to protection.
Former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva's return to frontline politics is galvanizing Thailand's oldest party, the Democrats, injecting new uncertainty into a snap election and appealing to voters frustrated by limited choices.
As Thailand prepares for a pivotal general election on February 8, the race for the premiership features a diverse field of contenders, from seasoned dealmakers and political scions to progressive reformers and diplomatic veterans, each navigating a complex and volatile landscape.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has raised doubts about the integrity of three 2024 congressional elections, aligning with former President Trump's longstanding claims of systemic flaws, while advocating for stricter voting laws.
CNN anchor Dana Bash issued a stark warning after former President Donald Trump advocated for a federal takeover of election administration, a move experts and critics say would upend the decentralized system enshrined in the U.S. Constitution and represents a continued assault on electoral integrity.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed questions regarding former President Donald Trump's recent call for Republicans to 'nationalize' elections, framing it as a push for nationwide voter ID standards rather than a federal takeover.
A pair of Democratic victories in Texas special elections—including a stunning 30-point swing in a Fort Worth state Senate district—have tightened the GOP's House majority and sparked internal alarm about voter mobilization and moderate defections ahead of November.
A leading Rio de Janeiro samba school's decision to center its Carnival parade on President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has ignited a fierce political debate, with opponents decrying it as premature campaign propaganda months before October's presidential election.
Court documents reveal two former government efficiency staffers are under investigation for allegedly sharing sensitive Social Security data with a group seeking to challenge election results, raising serious security and trust concerns.
