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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Judgments in the TSE threaten plans of governors aiming for a Senate seat

Two governors in Brazil, Cláudio Castro and Antonio Denarium, are facing legal challenges that could jeopardize their eligibility to run for the Senate in 2026 due to alleged electoral misconduct during the 2022 elections.

Feb 28 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Labour anxiety and accusations after big shift in Muslim vote to Greens

The Green Party's recent electoral success in Gorton and Denton has highlighted a significant shift of Muslim voters from Labour, causing tensions and accusations among political parties in the UK.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Kováčik's (un)success, financial machinations, and a bizarre challenger. What was the SFZ electoral conference like?

The article discusses the recent electoral conference of the Slovak Football Association where Ján Kováčik was elected president amid controversies and bizarre incidents involving his opponent.

Feb 28 • 06:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TSE of DF regularizes electoral titles at the Rodoviária do Plano Piloto until March 14; see dates

The Regional Electoral Court of the Federal District (TRE-DF) is conducting services for electoral title regularization at the Rodoviária do Plano Piloto until March 14, offering both in-person and online options.

Feb 28 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The electoral proximity completely colors the Day of Andalusia

The upcoming elections overshadow the Day of Andalusia celebration, with notable absences from the central government and opposition parties criticizing the event as a self-promotional gala for President Juan Manuel Moreno.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Alito' Moreno Responds to Luisa Alcalde's Challenge Regarding Plurinominal Deputies: 'You Are Desperate'

Alejandro Moreno, national president of the PRI, responded to criticisms from Morena's Luisa Alcalde regarding electoral reforms and party leadership.

Feb 28 • 03:16 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Thai General Election: Residents Occupy Counting Stations, Distrust in Transparency 'It's a Democracy Issue'

In Thailand's recent general election, suspicions of electoral fraud have led residents to occupy counting stations, reflecting a broader distrust in the electoral process.

Feb 28 • 01:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

On your marks, set, go: Parties race against May deadline for primaries

Political parties in Nigeria are under a tight deadline of 91 days to conduct primaries for the 2027 elections following a revised timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Feb 28 • 00:56 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Wall Street Journal: Immigration and the Gaza War Upend a Century of British Politics

Recent political shifts in Britain reflect the growing influence of populist parties amidst changing voter demographics and concerns over immigration and globalization.

Feb 28 • 00:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ex-INEC officials criticize 'ambiguities' in new Electoral Act

Former INEC officials have expressed concern over confusing provisions in Nigeria's newly amended Electoral Act, warning that these could jeopardize electoral integrity.

Feb 28 • 00:12 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

FdI's Overreach: Fast Track for Electoral Law. A Dance Around Preferences

The right-wing coalition in Italy is rapidly advancing electoral law reforms without consulting the opposition, aiming for swift implementation.

Feb 28 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

From the award to the runoff: the flaws indicated by the technicians that the right has ignored

The article discusses significant gaps in Italy's electoral reform that could lead to constitutional issues, despite warnings from government technicians that have been overlooked by the ruling right-wing coalition.

Feb 28 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New president of the Regional Electoral Court of Sergipe takes office

Ana Lúcia Freire de Almeida dos Anjos has officially taken office as the president of the Regional Electoral Court of Sergipe, overseeing electoral justice in the state until 2028.

Feb 27 • 23:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New president of TRE-SP takes office seven months before elections

The new president of the São Paulo Regional Electoral Court, Encinas Manfré, took office amidst concerns about election integrity and misinformation.

Feb 27 • 23:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Ayuso Emphasizes Her Rural Agenda to Contain Vox in the Electoral Stronghold of the Sierra and the Western Arc of Madrid

Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, is intensifying her rural agenda to connect with voters in the region's western and northern areas amidst competition with Vox.

Feb 27 • 23:01 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Referendum and Electoral Law, the Capocracy in Government

The article discusses the current political landscape in Italy, focusing on the referendum and electoral law, amidst issues such as economic struggles and global political turbulence.

Feb 27 • 23:01 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Alfieri: "Everything is wrong, ready to fight. They want an hegemonic government"

Alessandro Alfieri of the Democratic Party criticizes proposals by Fratelli d'Italia regarding electoral law, claiming that the government's approach complicates dialogue.

Feb 27 • 22:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Montero sentences the Andalusian PSOE and positions itself almost 20 points behind the PP four months before the regional elections

The Andalusian PSOE faces a challenging electoral landscape, trailing significantly behind the PP as the upcoming regional elections approach.

Feb 27 • 21:42 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The 'election'? Being fashionable: Designer Mizael Perea creates bags with electoral propaganda

Mexican designer Mizael Perea repurposes electoral waste into fashionable items like bags and caps featuring political figures from the recent presidential election.

Feb 27 • 21:18 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Danish Security Police: Russian Electoral Influence Likely

The Danish Security Police indicate that it is very likely that Russia will launch targeted influence campaigns against Denmark ahead of its upcoming elections.

Feb 27 • 21:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two days after suspension, Electoral Justice resumes supplementary election in Senador Sá

After a brief suspension, Brazil's Electoral Justice has reinstated the supplementary election set for Sunday in Senador Sá, Ceará, following a judicial decision reversing a previous suspension.

Feb 27 • 20:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Starmer loses a historic stronghold to a 34-year-old plumber, and the Epstein case exacerbates his weakness

The Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, faced a significant electoral defeat in Manchester as the Green Party's candidate, Hannah Spencer, won a previously safe seat.

Feb 27 • 19:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Former INEC Officials Warn of Flaws in Electoral Act 2026

Former officials of Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission have raised concerns about potential flaws in the recently signed Electoral Act 2026 that could threaten electoral integrity.

Feb 27 • 19:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: ADC rejects revised INEC schedule, says it’s designed for Tinubu’s re-election

The African Democratic Congress has criticized the revised electoral schedule issued by INEC, claiming it favors the re-election of President Bola Tinubu.

Feb 27 • 17:43 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CBI's evidence fails, will ED case also derail? Kejriwal's chances of getting 'electoral lifeline' increase with clean chit

The court's acquittal of Kejriwal and others in a corruption case is a significant political boost for the Aam Aadmi Party.

Feb 27 • 17:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Labour leadership truce holds for now but clock is ticking for Starmer

Labour Party leader Keir Starmer maintains a fragile leadership truce amid internal dissent and electoral setbacks, leaving questions about his future role.

Feb 27 • 17:03 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, Salvini: 'Everything can be improved'

Matteo Salvini acknowledges that the electoral law could be improved, amid opposition claims of its unconstitutionality and discontent from his own party members regarding the abolition of single-member constituencies.

Feb 27 • 16:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mikie Sherrill, under pressure: the electoral data from New Jersey that the DOJ urges her to share with the government

The U.S. Department of Justice has sued New Jersey and four other states to access voter registration data, claiming that such information is necessary for investigating suspicious data linked to the Trump administration.

Feb 27 • 16:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Colonel Flexa takes office in the Legislative Assembly of Amapá after the cassation of Kaká Barbosa

Colonel Arnóbio Flexa Nascimento has officially taken office as a state deputy in Amapá, following the ruling that overturned Kaká Barbosa's mandate due to electoral violations.

Feb 27 • 15:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

New round Sergio Massa-Julió Zamora in Tigre: Ramos Padilla enabled the mayor's list

The judge Alejo Ramos Padilla has allowed the list presented by Tigre Mayor Julio Zamora for internal elections in the Justicialist Party, contradicting earlier decisions of the electoral board.

Feb 27 • 15:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Pro-INEC protest rocks Abuja despite Electoral Act row

Protestors in Abuja demonstrated in support of the Independent National Electoral Commission amid ongoing debates regarding the Electoral Act 2026.

Feb 27 • 15:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Meloni promotes a new Electoral Law that could benefit her in the 2027 elections

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is advocating for a new Electoral Law aimed at providing her party a strategic advantage in the upcoming elections.

Feb 27 • 14:05 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Côte d'Ivoire: three years in prison required against the executive secretary of the PDCI

The Ivorian public prosecutor has recommended a three-year suspended prison sentence and a fine of 500,000 CFA francs against Calice Yapo, the executive secretary of the PDCI, for public disorder related to electoral disputes.

Feb 27 • 13:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

AfD in Bavaria: 'We can’t complain about anything.' Nevertheless, they vote for AfD.

Despite a thriving economy in Bavaria, many residents express support for the far-right party AfD, raising questions about the factors influencing their electoral choices.

Feb 27 • 13:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Reform reports claims of 'family voting' to police and Electoral Commission

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has reported allegations of illegal 'family voting' during the Gorton and Denton by-election to law enforcement and electoral authorities.

Feb 27 • 13:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

A solar plant inaugurated in Santarém will meet 60% of the energy demand of the TRE of Pará

A new solar power plant in Santarém is expected to supply 60% of the energy needs of the Electoral Regional Court of Pará.

Feb 27 • 13:15 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

New electoral law, simulations on the parties: the League risks being halved

The new electoral law in Italy could lead to the League party, led by Matteo Salvini, losing half of its representatives even in a coalition victory due to decreasing support and new voting rules.

Feb 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula schedules meeting with Haddad and Alckmin next week to discuss electoral scenario

President Lula has called a meeting with Finance Minister Fernando Haddad and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin to discuss the electoral landscape next week.

Feb 27 • 12:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

SAK again suggests a four-day workweek - EK's chief economist: it isn't based on reality

The trade union SAK proposes a trial of a four-day workweek in Finland as part of its electoral goals, emphasizing the need for a discussion on working hours.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Spring statement 2026: What it could mean for you and your money

The upcoming spring statement by the UK government on March 3 is depicted as a low-key event, amidst political scrutiny following Labour's recent electoral defeat.

Feb 27 • 12:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Italy: The proposed electoral system with seat bonuses could give Meloni a comfortable victory

The proposed revision of Italy's electoral system could significantly increase Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's chances for re-election next year.

Feb 27 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

At dinner, Lula tells Haddad that he needs him in the dispute in SP

President Lula has reportedly urged Finance Minister Haddad to join his electoral campaign in São Paulo as they strategize for the upcoming election.

Feb 27 • 11:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The closely watched electoral battle between Labour and Reform UK was won by the Greens

The Greens have emerged victorious in an important electoral contest against Labour and Reform UK.

Feb 27 • 11:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ANASTASSIA KOVALENKO-KÕLVART ⟩ Security gaps in e-voting that would not be tolerated in paper ballots

Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart highlights security vulnerabilities in Estonia's e-voting system that pose risks to electoral integrity.

Feb 27 • 11:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Those of the Rosatellum. Now for the left everything is "unacceptable"

Elly Schlein and other leftists criticize any proposed electoral reforms while staunchly defending the current electoral law known as Rosatellum, which they believe ensures no political victory.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Electoral law, there is an agreement. Meloni: text in Parliament but we will not impose confidence

Italian political leaders have reached an agreement on a new electoral law aimed at ensuring stable parliamentary majorities, but Prime Minister Meloni has stated they won't impose confidence in Parliament regarding this proposal.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

If voting were today with the new system: right-wing secured in the Chamber

A new electoral law to be introduced for the 2027 elections in Italy suggests significant changes favoring the right-wing coalition.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the VRK check - decision: The National Union violated the law

The Lithuanian National Union has been found to have violated laws regarding membership fees by accepting payments through non-bank services.

Feb 27 • 10:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Nigeria Sets an Early Date for Presidential Elections

Nigeria has announced that the next presidential elections will take place on January 16, 2027, marking the first presidential election held in January since the country returned to civilian rule in 1999.

Feb 27 • 10:11 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Claudia Sheinbaum defends electoral reform: She affirms that it is not a setback nor does it affect investments

President Claudia Sheinbaum asserts that the electoral reform does not hinder democracy or investment, countering claims that it aims to revert to a single-party state.

Feb 27 • 09:45 UTC

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