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Nurul Izzah finds solace after miscarriage: PETALING JAYA: "The little boot is gone," said Nurul Izzah Anwar as she shared the sad news of the ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2023/01/24/nurul-izzah-finds-solace-with-her-parents-after-miscarriage
Nurul Izzah abandons former pessimism in retaking Putrajaya: BUKIT MERTAJAM: Nurul Izzah Anwar has shaken off her earlier pessimism about Pakatan Harapan needing ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2022/11/07/nurul-izzah-abandons-former-pessimism-in-retaking-putrajaya
AI: Opportunity and threat in polls: Experts warn that generative AI is transforming our elections — and could even undermine democracy ...
thestar.com.my/news/focus/2023/07/23/ai-opportunity-and-threat-in-polls
Anwar drops big hint that daughter will defend Permatang Pauh: There were earlier speculations that she would leave the safe seat and contest in Ampang instead ...
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/anwar-drops-big-hint-that-daughter-will-defend-permatang-pauh
Pictures of the Day | April 18, 2024: Our top photos of the day.
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Atiku, Wike attend PDP national caucus meeting in Abuja: It is not clear if the duo greeted each other, but former Vice-President Sambo was seated in between ...
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7 big issues at stake in the 2024 election: How Joe Biden and Donald Trump differ on the issues, like abortion, foreign policy, immigration, taxes ...
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/issues-trump-biden-2024-election-health-care-abortion-tax-immigration-rcna147637
Quick Glance: Trump Narrows Gap with Young Voters, Biden's Lead Shrinks - Survey Results
- A new poll shows that former President Donald Trump continues to reduce his deficit with young voters compared to President Joe Biden.
- In the Harvard Youth Poll released on Thursday, Biden leads among 18- to 29-year-olds with 45 percent compared to 37 percent for Trump, while 16 percent are undecided.
- Biden holds a significant lead among likely voters who are non-white or female. He outperforms Trump by 47 points among college graduates and by 23 points among students.
- The survey also indicates that Trump's younger supporters are much more enthusiastic about the former president than their peers who support Biden, and that Biden's approval rating among young adults is only at 31 percent.
Croatia votes in a parliamentary election that's a showdown between its president and prime minister
apnews.com/article/croatia-election-european-union-plenkovic-milanovic-b3a93b2598f60ebfdf663815dda2c0ad
Quick Glance: Croatians Choose Between PM Plenkovic and President Milanovic
- Croatians vote between PM Andrej Plenkovic and President Zoran Milanovic in parliamentary election
- Plenkovic and HDZ expected easy win, but Milanovic challenged them
- HDZ ruling party since 1991, supports Ukraine against Russia
- Corruption accusations, allegations, and political discrepancies shape election campaign
Conservatives' loss of support among young people is 'ticking time bomb' for party
itv.com/news/2024-04-16/conservatives-loss-of-support-among-young-people-is-ticking-time-bomb
What the Mark Menzies scandal means for the Tories: Tory MP Mark Menzies has lost the whip following revelations that he had misused campaign funds
spectator.co.uk/article/what-the-mark-menzies-scandal-means-for-the-tories/
Top Trump surrogates and VP contenders hit airwaves in defense of former president on trial
cnn.com/2024/04/16/politics/trump-surrogates-vp-defense/
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
India election: Officials climb hills, ford rivers to set up polling stations: India was preparing on Thursday for the world’s largest general election ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/india-election-officials-climb-hills-ford-rivers-to-set-up-polling-stations
More than half of Brits want the general election held by the end of the summer #frontpage The exclusive Ipsos survey for The Standard found 42 per cent would like ... Show more www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/ipsos-poll-summer-election-rishi-sunak-rating-tories-starmer-labour-b1152297.html
Who is Count Binface? 2024 London mayor candidate and 'space warrior': Meet London mayoral candidate Count Binface. Who is he, what is his 2024 manifesto ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/18/count-binface-2024-london-mayor-candidate-space-warrior-20673265/
A look at Indian elections: Why does voting last six weeks?: India is set to begin the world’s largest general elections on Friday, held in terrain sweeping from ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/17/a-look-at-indian-elections-why-does-voting-last-six-weeks
PM Lee Hsien Loong will take on the role of senior minister in the new Cabinet, which should not have major changes, said DPM Lawrence Wong ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/pm-lee-to-become-senior-minister-no-major-changes-to-cabinet-until-after-next-ge-dpm-wong
Quick Glance: Lawrence Wong to Assume Singapore Prime Ministership from Lee Hsien Loong on May 15
- On May 15, Lawrence Wong will officially become the Prime Minister of Singapore, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong.
- Wong garnered unanimous support from PAP MPs and will be sworn in at 8:00 pm on May 15, 2024 at the Istana.
- The leadership transition began two years ago when Wong was named as the leader of the PAP's 4G team.
- Wong will be Singapore's fourth Prime Minister, emphasizing commitment to creating a bright future for the nation with his team.
Gigg School says it will not increase fees if Labour gets into power: GIGGLESWICK School says it will not increase its fees should the Labour Party win this ...
cravenherald.co.uk/news/24263369.gigg-school-says-will-not-increase-fees-labour-gets-power/
The Economist’s UK general election forecast: Will Labour replace the Conservatives to govern Britain? Our seat-by-seat prediction for Parliament
economist.com/interactive/uk-general-election/forecast
#BetweenTheLines : In just a day, India will go to polls. 986 million people will queue outside polling booths to cast their vote. But Indian elections are not just about ... Show more
As India prepares to enter the seven-phased general elections, former Chief Economic Advisor and IMF Executive Director KV Subramanian speaks to NDTV's Gaurie ... Show more
From the #UniformCivilCode to unemployment, #RamMandir , migration for jobs, and the infamous #AnkitaBhandari murder case, what are the major issues plaguing Haridwar and Uttarakhand ... Show more #LokSabhaElections2024 @BeechBazar www.youtube.com/watch?v=https://www.youtube.com/watch
An election manifesto for the NHS — and a healthy economy: A population equivalent in size to Greater Manchester is not working due to ill health ...
ft.com/content/92cc4d29-6d4c-4e43-ad3e-a1f5c4a04b33
Kurup will be remembered as a political survivor: KOTA KINABALU: Tan Sri Joseph Kurup is probably a rare Sabah politician who survived the state's rough and ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/18/kurup-will-be-remembered-as-a-political-survivor
Indian shares extend fall as volatility rises before key earnings, general elections
reuters.com/world/india/indian-shares-set-muted-open-worries-about-us-rate-middle-east-linger-2024-04-18/
Diana Edwards-Jones obituary: ITN director and pioneer in male-dominated television news
thetimes.co.uk/article/diana-edwards-jones-obituary-death-s8p0890bh
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A novelty for Pune, polling booths with only women staff, some manned by the disabled
indianexpress.com/article/cities/pune/pune-polling-booths-women-staff-some-manned-disabled-9278252/
No Evidence BOE Decisions Swayed by Elections, Analysis Finds: The Bank of England could cut interest rates twice before the next UK general election ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/no-evidence-boe-decisions-swayed-by-elections-analysis-finds
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Post-election disposal of political banners raises environmental concerns : Environmental concerns are arising as a considerable amount of waste from political ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/281_372981.html
From the #UniformCivilCode to unemployment, #RamMandir , migration for jobs, and the infamous #AnkitaBhandari murder case, what are the major issues plaguing Haridwar and Uttarakhand ... Show more #LokSabhaElections2024 @BeechBazar www.youtube.com/watch?v=https://www.youtube.com/watch
PPP hints at plans to join Prabowo coalition - Politics - The Jakarta Post: PPP hints at plans to join Prabowo coalition - Politics - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/indonesia/2024/04/18/ppp-hints-at-plans-to-join-prabowo-coalition.html
Cogswell taps Peter Shahid – former councilman, supporter – for Charleston judge spot
postandcourier.com/news/mayor-cogswell-peter-shahid-judge-charleston-sc/article_5a815210-fcf7-11ee-9e29-fb9bde335d6e.html
Pennsylvania primary: What to know before you vote, Biden back in Philadelphia: Biden's visit to Philly follows stops in Scranton and Pittsburgh earlier ...
inquirer.com/politics/election/live/joe-biden-philadelphia-pennsylvania-primary-election-20240418.html
Hunt 'would like to' cut taxes before general election if it can be done 'responsibly'
itv.com/news/2024-04-17/inflation-expected-to-cool-to-two-and-a-half-year-low
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
Labour's Brexit conundrum: The latest The Explainer,/the-explainers,,the-explainers, breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at The Week
theweek.com/politics/labours-brexit-conundrum
The fate of several Opposition MPs who have called for the restructuring of the United National Congress (UNC) continues to hang in the balance as they await ... Show more www.guardian.co.tt/news/some-unc-mps-uncertain-6.2.1979238.92d53baea4
'Even in Downing Street, they no longer think that there is a path to victory'
Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana tells the Talking Politics podcast No10 ... Show more www.spreaker.com/show/talking-politics_3
The state of Manipur will be one of the first regions to vote in India's general election, but the streets of the tiny, violence-torn state are largely quiet ... Show more reut.rs/4aSLBOB
WASPI vote could swing next election as map shows Tory and Labour seats at risk: The WASPI campaign has warned that the votes of the 1950s-born women who have ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/uk-news/waspi-vote-could-swing-next-29012744
Election 2024: 21 राज्यों की 102 लोकसभा सीटों पर कल पहले दौर का मतदान, इन शहरों में बंद रहेंगे बैंक
hindi.financialexpress.com/india-news/lok-sabha-election-2024-phase-1-bank-holiday-on-april-19-for-polling-in-these-cities-across-india-4491003
YOURSAY | The great royal addendum mystery in Najib's house arrest: 'There are a lot of questions that remain unanswered.'
malaysiakini.com/news/702763
UK will not reach 2.5% of defence spending until after General Election, ministers admit
inews.co.uk/news/politics/uk-will-not-spend-2-5-on-defence-until-after-the-election-ministers-admit-3011287
Quick Glance: Plans for New Fighter Jets Delayed Despite Labor's Defense Budget Increase
- The Albanese government is injecting an additional $50bn into defense over the next decade to extend military reach beyond Australia's shores.
- While overall spending is increasing, approximately $73bn over 10 years is being freed up by cutting, delaying, or altering the scope of some defense projects.
- The acquisition of new F-35 fighter jets is postponed by $3bn to keep existing Super Hornets operational longer and invest in long-range missiles.
- Despite $10bn in savings over 10 years from scaling back new infantry fighting vehicle purchases, the government highlights a net increase of $5.7bn in the immediate four-year budget cycle for defense.
Will Move Forward join Thailand's graveyard of political parties?: BANGKOK -- When Sitanan Sirisuwa voted for the first time at last May's Thai general ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Will-Move-Forward-join-Thailand-s-graveyard-of-political-parties
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Election-bound Tamil Nadu among top States in many socio-economic measures: Data: Analysis of Tamil Nadu's economic, social, and environmental indicators ...
thehindu.com/data/election-bound-tamil-nadu-among-top-states-in-many-socio-economic-measures-data/article68078419.ece
Confessions of a defecting Starmtrooper: Next month, Keir Starmer is expected to lead his party to victory in the local elections. The Tories are forecast to ...
spectator.co.uk/article/confessions-of-a-defecting-starmtrooper/
Who are Shomari Figues and Caroleene Dobson? 5 things to know about Alabama’s competitive District 2 race
al.com/news/2024/04/who-are-shomari-figues-and-caroleene-dobson-5-things-to-know-about-alabamas-competitive-district-2-race.html
By 5:00 p.m., 56.6 percent of Croatia’s voters had cast their ballots at the ongoing general elections, a significant increase in turnout compared to the 34 ... Show more balkaninsight.com/2024/04/17/croatia-readies-for-election-showdown-between-president-and-prime-minister/
Too early for conclusions on integrity of last two elections, MP Michael Chong tells inquiry
theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-too-early-for-conclusions-on-integrity-of-last-two-elections-mp/
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Rodney Charles: Ageing Kamla, Keith should name their successors now - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
newsday.co.tt/2024/04/17/rodney-charles-ageing-kamla-keith-should-name-their-successors-now/
Election 2024: सोशल मीडिया पोस्ट हटाने पर भड़का विपक्ष, कांग्रेस और AAP ने चुनाव आयोग और बीजेपी पर साधा निशाना
hindi.financialexpress.com/india-news/congress-aap-attack-eci-and-bjp-after-x-takes-down-posts-on-election-commission-order-4489093
X blocks India election posts after takedown orders: Social media platform X has blocked several posts in India containing political speech after authorities ...
thedailystar.net/news/asia/india/news/x-blocks-india-election-posts-after-takedown-orders-3588971
Housing, mental health and climate change: The burning issues for young people at the next election
itv.com/news/2024-04-17/major-poll-of-young-people-shows-over-half-say-politicians-dont-care-about-them
Tories are finished at next UK general election, says Humza Yousaf: The First Minister said the Conservatives have 'heaped misery on households right across ...
news.stv.tv/politics/tories-are-finished-at-next-uk-general-election-says-humza-yousaf
Don't take my kindness for weakness, Kamla warns: Not naming anyone, United National Congress (UNC) political leader Kamla Persad-Bissessar said she would not be ...
trinidadexpress.com/newsextra/dont-take-my-kindness-for-weakness-kamla-warns/article_22ca1c6a-fc2c-11ee-b1be-2bdabe734005.html
Opinion: Poland's democracy isn't out of the woods: Although local elections often don’t make international news headlines or involve widely ...
kyivindependent.com/opinion-polands-democracy-isnt-out-of-the-woods/
KAMLA: TAKE HDC HOUSE BUT VOTE UNC: Take the HDC house, but vote UNC. That's the advice of the Opposition Leader to her party-faithful ...
tv6tnt.com/news/7pmnews/kamla-take-hdc-house-but-vote-unc/article_e3a81718-fc5c-11ee-89d9-17b21ba3e3f9.html
Why interest rates will fall less than was hoped this year: The abandonment of forecasts of further rate reductions has left Rishi Sunak with a headache
thetimes.co.uk/article/interest-rates-fall-uk-news-inflation-bank-of-england-3w3cmq283
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India gears up for 44-day national polls: Nearly 970 million people – or over 10% of the global population – are eligible to vote in India’s general elections ...
gulftoday.ae/opinion/2024/04/16/india-gears-up-for-44-day-national-polls
MHP says ready for work on new civilian charter - Türkiye News: Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Chair Devlet Bahçeli has underlined his party’s readiness to ...
hurriyetdailynews.com/mhp-says-ready-for-working-on-new-civilian-charter-192531
Is Andy Street heading for defeat?: Next month’s local elections will be the last significant encounter with voters before a general election ...
spectator.co.uk/article/new-poll-points-to-trouble-for-andy-street/
#MintlongStory | The demand for business jets surges during Indian elections, with political parties booking most available aircraft ... Show more www.livemint.com/industry/campaign-race-and-a-poll-jam-in-the-skies-11713258609505.html
Peter Mandelson’s advisory firm valued at £30mn in deal with ex-Obama aide: The Messina Group is taking a 20% stake in Global Counsel
ft.com/content/a333fcc9-1f4d-44e0-9274-a47e915267ab
Solomon Islanders cast votes in an election that will shape relations with China | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
asahi.com/ajw/articles/15232078
Top Trump surrogates and VP contenders hit airwaves in defense of former president on trial
cnn.com/2024/04/16/politics/trump-surrogates-vp-defense/
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
PM Lee Hsien Loong will take on the role of senior minister in the new Cabinet, which should not have major changes, said DPM Lawrence Wong ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/pm-lee-to-become-senior-minister-no-major-changes-to-cabinet-until-after-next-ge-dpm-wong
Quick Glance: Lawrence Wong to Assume Singapore Prime Ministership from Lee Hsien Loong on May 15
- On May 15, Lawrence Wong will officially become the Prime Minister of Singapore, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong.
- Wong garnered unanimous support from PAP MPs and will be sworn in at 8:00 pm on May 15, 2024 at the Istana.
- The leadership transition began two years ago when Wong was named as the leader of the PAP's 4G team.
- Wong will be Singapore's fourth Prime Minister, emphasizing commitment to creating a bright future for the nation with his team.
Tories are finished at next UK general election, says Humza Yousaf: The First Minister said the Conservatives have 'heaped misery on households right across ...
news.stv.tv/politics/tories-are-finished-at-next-uk-general-election-says-humza-yousaf
Finance Minister Şimşek denies ‘crisis’ with Erdoğan over monetary policy: Turkey’s Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek has denied allegations of a ...
duvarenglish.com/finance-minister-simsek-denies-crisis-with-erdogan-over-monetary-policy-news-64203
Croatia to hold general elections Wednesday: More than 2,300 candidates competing for 151-seat National Assembly
yenisafak.com/en/world/croatia-to-hold-general-elections-wednesday-3681412
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Rail services shape up to be key talking point in Maidenhead as political parties weigh in with views
maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk/gallery/maidenhead/195896/rail-services-shape-up-to-be-key-talking-point-in-maidenhead-as-political-parties-weigh-in-with-views.html
This is how many free ATMs each West Sussex area has lost since 2019, according to new data
sussexexpress.co.uk/lifestyle/money/this-is-how-many-free-atms-each-west-sussex-area-has-lost-since-2019-according-to-new-data-4592553
Security agencies will safeguard elections, IEC says ahead of May 29: The Electoral Commission of South Africa says it is confident law enforcement and security ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-04-16-security-agencies-will-safeguard-elections-iec-says-ahead-of-may-29/
When are the local elections in the UK for 2024? All you need to know: Thousands of seats across English councils, Scottish and Welsh parliament are being ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/09/local-elections-uk-2024-need-know-20613498/
Sponsor our golf day or else! Extortion has entered silly season: As the general election approaches, Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman says the mining ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-16-sponsor-our-golf-day-or-else-extortion-has-entered-silly-season/
Angry Polokwane, Seshego residents up in arms over water shortages as critical elections loom
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-16-angry-polokwane-seshego-residents-up-in-arms-over-water-shortages-as-critical-elections-loom/
ANC accelerates ‘battle plan’ in bid to secure majority despite looming MK party threat
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-16-anc-accelerates-battle-plan-in-bid-to-secure-majority-despite-looming-mk-party-threat/
China or not, that is the question: The people of the South Pacific nation of the Solomon Islands will go to the polls Wednesday in the first general election ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/3247/
Jeremy Hunt gets £12billion more 'headroom' so could slash another 2p off National Insurance, says IFS
standard.co.uk/news/politics/chancellor-jeremy-hunt-cut-national-insurance-tax-budget-election-b1151690.html
Jamaat changes its decision on upazila polls: Jamaat-e-Islami reverses decision to contest upazila parishad election, citing controlled election environment and ...
en.prothomalo.com/bangladesh/politics/eyp9qs6qw7
Fianna Fáil preparing for general election after giveaway October budget: One senior party member suggested the Government had to call an election after ...
irishexaminer.com/news/politics/arid-41374900.html
After election loss, ruling party members play blame game: Ruling party members are engaged in a blame game after the People Power Party suffered a big defeat in ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/356_372775.html
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