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🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Polling Stations Closed - Tight Race in Slovenia

Polling stations have closed in Slovenia, showing a narrow lead for Prime Minister Robert Golob's party over Janez Jansa's party according to exit polls.

Mar 22 • 19:20 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Slovenian Elections: Polls Show a Slight Advantage for Liberals

Poll results following the closure of polling stations indicate a slim lead for the liberal Freedom Movement over the conservative Slovenian Democratic Party in Slovenia's elections.

Mar 22 • 18:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rhineland-Palatinate: Leading Candidates Have Cast Their Vote

The leading candidates in Rhineland-Palatinate have cast their votes as polling stations opened this morning for the state elections.

Mar 22 • 11:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum, polling stations open: voting on justice reform. First turnout data at noon

Polling stations have opened in Italy for a constitutional referendum on justice reform with about 51 million eligible voters, and the first turnout data will be available at noon.

Mar 22 • 07:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Liveblog Rhineland-Palatinate: The polling stations are open

Polling stations have opened in Rhineland-Palatinate for the state election, with nearly three million eligible voters invited to participate.

Mar 22 • 07:24 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

LIVE - Municipal Elections 2026: Polling Stations Have Just Opened in Over 1500 Municipalities, Including Most Major Cities

Polling for the second round of the 2026 municipal elections has commenced in over 1500 municipalities across France, focusing on major city races.

Mar 22 • 07:12 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Polling stations open at 7. This time the quorum won't be necessary, but turnout will be crucial

Polling stations opened at 7 AM, with no quorum required this time, but voter turnout is expected to play a critical role in the outcome.

Mar 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Henriksbø to court: Should not care about Høiby’s 'cocaine fog'

The article discusses ongoing debates regarding the legality and ethical considerations of political party representatives distributing lists outside polling stations in Norway.

Mar 16 • 09:18 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Local Elections in Hesse: How a Piece of Cardboard Can Save Democracy

The article discusses the local elections in Hesse, focusing on unique voting procedures and challenges faced at polling stations.

Mar 15 • 15:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Record Participation in PASOK: Long Lines at Polling Stations for the Election of Delegates

Voter turnout for the election of delegates for the upcoming PASOK conference has exceeded expectations, with reports of significant participation and long lines at polling stations.

Mar 15 • 15:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Elections in Castilla y León May 15, live | Polling stations open in Castilla y León

Polling stations have opened in Castilla y León for the elections, with the People's Party (PP) projected to win but without an absolute majority, while Vox is expected to gain ground, impacting the Socialist Party (PSOE).

Mar 15 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

LIVE - Municipal Elections 2026: Opening of polling stations, participation, suspense in several cities... Follow the first round of elections this Sunday

French voters are participating in the first round of municipal elections, with a high turnout expected compared to previous years.

Mar 15 • 07:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Address and hours of polling stations, times of first results: everything you need to know before voting this Sunday

This article provides essential information for voters in France ahead of the municipal elections on March 15, including polling station addresses, hours, and when to expect results.

Mar 15 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: Opening of Polling Stations in New Caledonia

Polling stations have opened in New Caledonia for the first round of the 2026 municipal elections, marking the start of a competitive voting period.

Mar 14 • 21:18 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Marseille: Private Security Agents at Polling Stations to Limit Fraud

In Marseille, private security agents have been deployed at polling stations for the upcoming municipal elections to prevent possible fraud incidents following a history of electoral malpractice in the city.

Mar 13 • 16:35 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Messy Pescara. Voting Again in 23 Polling Stations

In Pescara, about 14,000 voters are revisiting polling stations due to a challenge to the election results made by losing candidates from the left.

Mar 9 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local elections in Bavaria: Polling stations closed - results to be published gradually

Polling stations in Bavaria have closed, with voter turnout slightly increased and results to be reported gradually without preliminary projections.

Mar 8 • 17:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local elections in Munich: Polling stations open at 8 a.m. - the day in live ticker

Munich's local elections are taking place today, with over a million voters deciding who will be the next mayor of the city among multiple candidates.

Mar 8 • 06:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The project that seeks to change the rules in California elections: everyone will have to show their identification

A proposal in California seeks to amend electoral rules to require all voters to show photo identification at polling stations.

Mar 6 • 12:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Ticks, enemies of democracy: INE changes polling station locations in Coahuila due to plague

The INE in Coahuila has relocated polling stations to ensure the safety of voters amidst a tick plague affecting the area during the presidential elections.

Feb 27 • 02:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Good news for migrants: ICE will not be present during the 2026 elections in key U.S. cities.

The ICE will not be present at polling stations during the 2026 elections in key U.S. cities, providing relief for migrants.

Feb 26 • 15:39 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

In the Saeima elections, 158 polling stations will be available in Riga

Riga will have 158 polling stations for the upcoming Saeima elections this fall, as confirmed by the Riga City Council's recent decision.

Feb 25 • 19:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

In Riga, there will be 158 polling stations for the Saeima elections, for the first time also at the zoo

Riga's Saeima elections will feature 158 polling stations, including a new location at the National Zoo.

Feb 25 • 16:50 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PHOTOS: Party agents hail INEC for smooth FCT council poll

Party agents have praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for the smooth conduct of the Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, noting a moderate voter turnout and peaceful atmosphere at polling stations.

Feb 21 • 14:34 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian parliament rules out polling stations in occupied areas, Russia and Belarus

The Ukrainian parliament has decided that polling stations will not be allowed in occupied territories or in Russia and Belarus for future elections.

Feb 20 • 15:44 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

People flock to polling stations in Bangladesh

Large crowds gathered at polling stations in Bangladesh during the recent election.

Feb 12 • 04:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

British tourist survived Thailand's election day by hoarding wine

In Thailand, liquor sales resumed shortly after polling stations closed for parliamentary elections, with tourists taking advantage of the opportunities before a temporary alcohol sales ban.

Feb 8 • 12:46 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Early Closing Times for 90% of Voting Stations in Shimane Prefecture Due to Snow

In Shimane Prefecture, 93.5% of the polling stations will close earlier than scheduled due to heavy snowfall, with some stations shutting down up to four hours early.

Feb 8 • 08:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Elections in Aragon 8F, live | Polling stations open in Aragon

Polling stations in Aragon have opened for regional elections as one million residents prepare to vote, with the People's Party predicted to lead but likely needing to ally with Vox.

Feb 8 • 08:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Some polling places in Mutsu City delayed due to snow; communication troubles in Hirosaki City

In Mutsu City and Hirosaki City, polling stations faced delays and communication issues due to severe weather conditions on the voting day.

Feb 8 • 04:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Polling stations have opened in Japan

Polling stations in Japan have opened for the parliamentary lower house election, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's conservative party expected to gain a majority.

Feb 7 • 23:02 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
National & Local

House of Representatives Election: Polling Day Tomorrow, Preparations Progressing Across the Country

As Japan's House of Representatives election approaches on the 8th, preparations such as setting up polling stations are underway nationwide.

Feb 7 • 02:41 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Trump's spokeswoman: I cannot guarantee that some ICE agent will not be at the polling station

White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt stated that she cannot guarantee the absence of ICE agents at polling stations during the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Feb 6 • 15:19 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

After Invalidated Votes: Sunday Elections Decide the President of RS

Voting will be repeated on Sunday at 136 polling stations in the Republic of Srpska after significant irregularities led to the annulment of previous election results for the president held over two months ago.

Feb 6 • 10:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Elections for the President of RS are repeated on Sunday for 84,000 voters, a tight race

On Sunday, re-elections for the President of RS will take place for 84,000 voters across 136 polling stations after the previous results were annulled.

Feb 6 • 09:45 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Bannon wants ICE at the polls for the US midterms: intimidation for Democratic voters

Steve Bannon is advocating for ICE presence at polling stations during the US midterms, which is seen as a tactic to intimidate Democratic voters amid concerns of losing the Congressional renewal.

Feb 6 • 08:17 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Are you going to participate? INE reveals which Coahuilans will integrate polling station tables in elections

The National Electoral Institute (INE) held the second draw for the polling station committees in this year's Coahuila elections, selecting citizens whose last names begin with 'D' to receive and count the votes.

Feb 5 • 20:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump's White House won't rule out ICE agents intimidating voters at election polls

The White House has not ruled out the possibility of ICE agents being present at polling stations during the upcoming midterm elections, amid controversial comments made by Trump's former advisor Steve Bannon.

Feb 5 • 20:10 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
National & Local

House of Representatives Election: Dispatch Companies Struggle to Secure Workers for Polling Stations

Due to the quick-paced 2023 House of Representatives election, staffing agencies in Tokyo are in a race to secure manpower for polling and counting stations.

Feb 4 • 04:26 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Uganda: authorities shut down internet hours before polling stations open

Uganda has implemented a nationwide internet shutdown just hours before the presidential polls, with pop star Bobi Wine challenging long-time President Yoweri Museveni.

Jan 14 • 17:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Second Phase of Elections in Myanmar Led by Military Junta

The military junta in Myanmar has opened polling stations for the second phase of elections, which critics claim merely extend military rule under the guise of civilian governance.

Jan 11 • 07:58 UTC

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