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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: PF carries out operation investigating 'purchase of resignation' scheme of candidates in Caxias, MA

The Federal Police conducted a major operation investigating an alleged scheme of bribing candidates to withdraw from elections in Caxias, Maranhão.

Mar 3 • 12:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Strong Beer Tasting: What Makes this Year's Nockherberg Special

The Nockherberg strong beer event in Munich features political satire just days before local elections, highlighting candidates competing for mayor.

Mar 3 • 12:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Education: A Lesson for Future Democrats

The U18 elections in Munich showcase vibrant youth engagement, indicating a significant political shift as candidates from leftist parties gain traction against traditional conservative leadership.

Mar 3 • 11:24 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The Moderates have replaced 75 percent of their parliamentary candidates

The Moderates political party in Denmark has replaced 75 percent of their parliamentary candidates since the 2022 elections.

Mar 3 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elections 2026: TSE approves resolution with electoral calendar; know the main dates

The Superior Electoral Court of Brazil has approved a resolution establishing the electoral calendar for the upcoming elections, detailing key dates for voters, candidates, and political parties.

Mar 2 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PSD's presidential candidates risk losing control of their states to bolsonarism

Brazilian governors Eduardo Leite and Ratinho Júnior are facing threats from bolsonarism in their states as they entertain presidential bids, while their counterpart in Goiás, Ronaldo Caiado, enjoys a more favorable political landscape.

Mar 2 • 16:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"I would never vote for them": new survey and key data on Milei, Kicillof, and other candidates for 2027

A recent survey highlights significant electoral rejection levels among Argentinian political candidates as the country gears up for the 2027 presidential elections.

Mar 2 • 09:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

US Media: These are the main candidates to succeed Khamenei and this scenario is alarming

The article discusses the potential successors to the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei following his assassination, focusing on the implications for Iran's political future.

Mar 1 • 17:28 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Presidential campaign starts in Congo-Brazzaville

The presidential campaign in Congo-Brazzaville kicks off with President Denis Sassou Nguesso seeking another term amid a backdrop of historical political tension.

Feb 28 • 10:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Flávio has the rachadinha base!

Flávio Bolsonaro is humorously portrayed as attempting to win over voters with a mock campaign that includes absurdities and jokes about political candidates.

Feb 27 • 22:21 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections: Debate Cancelled by Nantes University Due to Political Threats "From All Sides"

A scheduled debate among candidates for the mayoral election in Nantes was cancelled over security concerns due to political threats.

Feb 27 • 17:18 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Lyon: Jean-Michel Aulas' Disguised 'Civil Society' Lists

Jean-Michel Aulas' campaign promises for municipal elections in Lyon feature a numerical commitment to include 50% civil society candidates, yet the leading positions are occupied by established political figures.

Feb 27 • 14:22 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Who do you agree with the most? Take the candidate test here

A candidate test is being promoted where participants can determine which political candidates align best with their views.

Feb 27 • 09:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Starmer's Labour Party Suffers Another Electoral Blow, Falling Behind the Greens and the Far Right

The Labour Party led by Sir Keir Starmer has faced a significant defeat in a by-election in Gorton and Denton, trailing behind the Green Party and far-right candidates.

Feb 27 • 07:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Nepal Gears Up for Crucial Elections and a Three-Way Struggle for Government Leadership

Nepal prepares for its first national elections since the political upheaval that ousted former Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli, featuring a competitive race among three key candidates.

Feb 27 • 06:46 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

'Ruthless' launches candidate interview series to help educate voters ahead of critical midterm elections

The 'Ruthless' podcast has initiated a candidate interview series to inform voters about key political candidates as the midterm elections approach.

Feb 26 • 20:26 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

After criticism, TSE excludes security expenses of candidates from calculation of the female quota

The TSE has approved a resolution that allows public campaign funding for security against political violence towards women but excludes these expenses from the calculation of the mandatory 30% female candidacy funding.

Feb 26 • 18:33 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Criticism of Hagel and Stoch: The Swabian Guardians of Virtue

The article critiques the politicization of morality in the Baden-Württemberg election campaign, as candidates face scrutiny for past actions deemed morally questionable.

Feb 26 • 18:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rift in PP-RS stalls definition on support for PL or MDB

The PP-RS party is struggling to define its political alignment for the 2026 elections amid internal divisions and competition for support between candidates.

Feb 26 • 03:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Yilwatda affirms APC’s electoral edge as convention nears

Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, claimed that the party is the best platform for candidates in Nigeria as they prepare for an upcoming convention.

Feb 26 • 00:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Band brings together three governor pre-candidates for the Presidency in a special program

The Band network is hosting a special edition of its political debate program featuring three governors who are pre-candidates for the presidency.

Feb 25 • 21:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipal Election 2026: These Munich Candidates Are Familiar, But Not From Local Politics

The upcoming Munich city council election features several candidates known for their non-political backgrounds, with two candidates seen as having the best chances of success.

Feb 25 • 12:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Top Candidates Present Themselves: Two Against One in Baden-Württemberg

Political candidates Cem Özdemir, representing the Greens, faces off against Markus Frohnmaier of the AfD and the CDU's candidate in a televised debate leading up to the state elections in Baden-Württemberg.

Feb 25 • 07:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

The Triell for the State Election in Baden-Württemberg: No Hard Trigger Point

The televised debate in Baden-Württemberg showcased the candidates' varying aspirations with little impact on political momentum.

Feb 25 • 00:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Kassab takes presidential candidates from the PSD on a tour of party affiliations across the state of SP

Gilberto Kassab leads presidential candidates of the PSD in a statewide tour for political affiliations in São Paulo.

Feb 25 • 00:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

TV Triell for the Baden-Württemberg State Election: 'The Sentence was Mistake'

The article discusses a political debate in Germany before the state elections in Baden-Württemberg, highlighting the interactions between candidates Cem Özdemir and Manuel Hagel, along with the presence of Markus Frohnmaier from the AfD.

Feb 24 • 21:53 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

LIVE - Municipal Elections 2026 in Lyon: The Death of Quentin Invites Itself into the Debate Among Four Candidates

The ongoing municipal elections in Lyon are overshadowed by the recent death of Quentin, as candidates debate their contrasting visions for the city.

Feb 24 • 20:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Strong Beer Festival in Fürstenfeldbruck: Derblecken with a Call for More Community Spirit

The Strong Beer Festival in Fürstenfeldbruck featured satirical roast sessions of local political candidates, blending humor with a call for increased community spirit.

Feb 24 • 11:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Mayoral Elections: One Mayor is Already Not Coming to Munich

The upcoming mayoral elections in Munich, Germany, highlight the absence of female candidates from the main political parties, consistent with the city's historical male leadership.

Feb 23 • 15:11 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Wike has right to support any candidate he wants, says APC

The APC endorses Nyesom Wike's right to support candidates from any political party in the forthcoming FCT elections, emphasizing his constitutional freedoms.

Feb 23 • 10:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The number of scientists from the U.S. seeking to move to Spain doubles: 'My colleagues are having a hard time'

The number of U.S. scientists applying to relocate to Spain has doubled, with one-third of candidates for the Atrae program coming from the U.S., marking a significant increase attributed to political control over science in the U.S.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon stands firm among a queue of 'Myeongshim' as Kim Yong's book concert sparks debate

The book launch of Kim Yong, a former vice president of the Democratic Research Institute and close aide to President Lee Jae-myung, became a battleground for potential candidates in the upcoming local elections.

Feb 23 • 01:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Spring Breeze, Time for Renewal [Not in Seoul]

The upcoming local elections in Sancheong, South Korea, reflect a shift in the political landscape as candidates from various parties aim to revitalize regional governance amidst challenges like population decline and economic stagnation.

Feb 22 • 20:04 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections: Aurore Bergé Calls on the Left to Break with LFI and the RN to Block It

Aurore Bergé has urged the left to definitively break with LFI and called for the RN to withdraw candidates to prevent victory for LFI candidates in upcoming municipal elections.

Feb 22 • 13:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal President: Searching for a Woman Who Can Unite the Country

The next German president faces significant challenges, including external political tensions and the rise of the AfD, leading parties like the Union and SPD to consider female candidates for the first time.

Feb 22 • 12:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Strange People

The article discusses former President Barack Obama's comments about aliens, drawing parallels to unpredictable political candidates in Argentina.

Feb 22 • 04:10 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Bianco says 'Democrat policy is indefensible' as GOP candidates top California governor polling

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco claims that decades of Democratic policies have led to a challenging political landscape in California, where Republicans may advance to the governor's race due to a potential vote split among Democrats.

Feb 22 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

MDB uses historical elections in which it remained neutral to avoid supporting presidential candidates

The Brazilian political party MDB is considering remaining neutral in the upcoming presidential elections, using historical precedents to justify this strategy.

Feb 21 • 21:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

BROADCAST BIAS: Idea of giving politicians equal time sends Colbert into a fury

Stephen Colbert reacts with frustration to the FCC's suggestion that broadcast networks evaluate late-night shows for equal time air regulations for political candidates.

Feb 21 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Should I vote on March 3? What to know before the Texas primary elections

The article discusses the upcoming Texas primaries on March 3, emphasizing the importance of these elections in selecting candidates for various political offices, including the governor.

Feb 20 • 19:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Elections 2027. Kaczyński already has a list of prime ministers. And what is the Coalition doing?

As Poland gears up for parliamentary elections in 2024, political leaders, particularly Jarosław Kaczyński, are strategizing for potential outcomes, with Kaczyński reportedly preparing a list of candidates for prime minister should his party win.

Feb 20 • 11:02 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Hamas is Expected to Announce a New Political Bureau Chief During Ramadan

Hamas is set to announce its new political bureau chief during Ramadan, with two candidates remaining in the final voting stage.

Feb 20 • 09:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Globo warns affiliates that it may terminate contracts if they campaign for candidates

Globo has instituted a 'zero tolerance' policy for its affiliates regarding political campaigning, warning of severe consequences for any violations.

Feb 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Geretsried and Wolfratshausen: The Firewall Against the AfD is Shaky

A survey reveals that the political barrier against the right-wing AfD party is weak among mayoral candidates in Wolfratshausen and Geretsried.

Feb 19 • 13:33 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

In Peru, society is tired of politicians: journalist

Peruvian journalist Jhon Cano Nova criticized the frequent removal of presidents, urging citizens to inform themselves about candidates amidst ongoing political instability.

Feb 18 • 23:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Increased Participation but No Victory, Women's Struggle in Assembly Elections

As assembly elections approach in Assam, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala, the participation of women candidates has risen, but their rate of victory has not seen a commensurate increase.

Feb 18 • 10:51 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

What to know about the equal time rule Stephen Colbert says led to interview being pulled

Stephen Colbert's scheduled interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was pulled by CBS due to concerns over the equal time rule regarding political candidates.

Feb 18 • 03:18 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Sheinbaum will present electoral reform next week: "It's not just to send it for the sake of sending it"

Claudia Sheinbaum announced that she will present a proposal for electoral reform next week, aiming to allow voters to directly choose proportional representation candidates instead of party leaders.

Feb 17 • 15:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Politics in the Digital Age

The article discusses the rise of digital commentary during election campaigns, focusing on the negative impact of online critics who undermine political candidates.

Feb 16 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Carnival Parade in Würmtal: When a Red Sheriff Wants to Go to the Black Town Hall

The Würmtal carnival parade warmed the hearts of thousands of visitors, featuring costumes, upbeat performances, and local political candidates.

Feb 15 • 16:36 UTC

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