Election Misinformation Crackdown by Prediction Markets
Kalshi and Polymarket, two major US prediction market platforms, have banned affiliates from spreading false information about election results. This move comes
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Ebola Outbreak Worsens in Congo as Travel Restrictions Return
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading at an unprecedented rate, with cases rising in recent weeks. The outbreak was declared in Ap
Japan’s Emerging Political Center Marginalizes Traditional Left
A new centrist force is coalescing in Japan ahead of the February general election. Former prime minister Yoshihiko Noda and veteran lawmaker Tetsuo Saito addre
Armenia's Pro-Western Government Wins Election
Armenia's pro-Western government, led by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, has won the parliamentary election with nearly 50% of the votes. The election took plac
Tehran Threatens to Abandon Diplomatic Channels Amid Escalating Lebanon Conflict
Iran has issued a stern warning that it may withdraw from ongoing diplomatic negotiations if Israel persists with its military campaign in Lebanon. Tehran indic
Confessions of a Political Liveblogger
The Guardian's Andrew Sparrow has been writing his daily live blog, Politics with Andrew Sparrow, for over 15 years. On a typical day, he updates the blog multi
Kosovo Heads to Polls Amid Stalled Political Progress and Economic Strain
Kosovo voters are heading to the polls today as the nation grapples with a persistent political deadlock. This election cycle arrives at a critical juncture for
South Korea Nominates Han Seongsook as First Female Prime Minister in Two Decades
President Lee Jae Myung announced on Sunday the nomination of Han Seongsook as South Korea’s next prime minister. Currently serving as the minister for small an
Armenia Votes to Test Premier's European Pivot Amid Russian Pressure
Armenia is voting in a parliamentary election with 19 parties competing, shaped by security and identity issues. The vote takes place after months of campaignin
Peruvian Voters Seek Stability Amid Turbulent Presidential Race
Lima, June 2026 – Peru prepares for a tightly contested presidential election on June 30, as citizens grow weary of eight presidents in ten years. Voters are lo
The Bipolar Trap: A Real Danger in the Trump-Xi Era
The world is facing a significant challenge as the rivalry between the United States and China intensifies. The two nations are vying for dominance, and their c
No Court Can Block Trump's White House Ballroom Plans
The Trump administration is fighting to preserve plans for a grand ballroom at the White House, having appealed a lower court's decision. Donald Trump's team ar