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Australia news live: arrival of H5N1 bird flu a ‘genuine wildlife emergency’, experts say; fuel excise rebate extended at reduced rate
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In the World Cup’s missing country, failure sparks bitter political battle
Giorgia Meloni’s government is keen to extend control over Italian football as fans mourn a third consecutive World Cup debacle.
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PM under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit
The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable.
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Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast
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Bedtime blues: London ‘killing off nightlife’ as UK city with strictest licensing rules
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‘Within 10 mins, Andy had nicked it’: illustrator on his ubiquitous image of Andy Burnham
With its light scowl and dark attire, Stanley Chow’s creation has become visual shorthand for the politician’s anti-establishment sentiment It was shortly after Andy Burnham’s famously rousing speech outside the Manchester Central Library in October 2020 that Stanley Chow…
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Andy Burnham has shown that he can win. But can he govern Britain? | Gaby Hinsliff
Having literally campaigned in poetry, the new Makerfield MP needs a summer of knuckling down to the small print By the end, it had become less a byelection, more a mythical quest. Whoever could draw the sword from Makerfield’s stone – or more prosaically, beat Reform in a seat…
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Tory byelection victory gives Badenoch vital evidence to justify abandoning net zero
While the SNP’s recent issues put off some voters, the Tories’ support for North Sea oil drilling proved more decisive For the first time in 50 years, the Conservatives have won a byelection in Scotland, taking Aberdeen South from the Scottish National party and giving Kemi…
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Lurie seeing red, white and blue
The San Francisco mayor's heart is set on the U.S. team playing at Levi's Stadium.
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Why candidates dress up to run in major UK elections
Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition.
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The Brazil-Haiti match that changed the world
A United Nations-hosted friendly match between the countries in 2004 helped define Lula’s foreign policy — and reverberates in Brazil’s politics today.
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In Canberra, disappointment
The Aussies’ lackluster performance left the home crowd subdued, but it still booed RFK Jr.
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The UK’s World Cup diplomatic mullet
British fans are soaking in the World Cup at Duke’s Grocery in Washington, D.C.
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Campaigns get in the game
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Inside FIFA’s plans to commemorate Juneteenth
In Seattle, a pre-game video featured an NBA legend and shots of iconic city locations.
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Where Massachusetts wants to take its Scottish love affair next
Gov. Maura Healey discussed what the Tartan Army takeover of Boston has to do with her affordability agenda.
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UK's top data and AI regulator quits after 'inappropriate' humour
Edwards has been the boss of the data watchdog since January 2022, and said he had made inappropriate attempts at humour.
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The politician who kicked his way to power
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The soccer boss in Mark Carney’s ear
For Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber, a Vancouver matchday was also a lobbying mission.
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The accidental American
World Cup star Folarin Balogun finds himself in the middle of America’s ongoing birthright citizenship debate.
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The Americans who want to see Australia do well
The Port of Seattle is showing its conflicted colors.
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Burnham calls for ‘new path for Britain’ as Starmer vows to fight any leadership challenge – as it happened
This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here: Cabinet loyalists tell PM he has weekend to set out timetable for exit ‘Now is the change moment’: Burnham staff have no doubts Podcast: will Burnham become prime minister? What would ‘change’ look like if Burnham…
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Australian media are launching a MAGA counterpress
Socceroo fans are seeking inspiration in a Trump catchphrase.
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Burnham 'hard act to follow' for new mayor - locals
As Andy Burnham becomes MP for Makerfield, Greater Manchester reacts to his departure as mayor.
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The Guardian view on Labour after Makerfield: change must mean more than a new leader | Editorial
Andy Burnham has shown Labour can beat Reform. He must show that his promise of change is a programme, not another slogan for power Andy Burnham’s triumph in the Makerfield byelection leaves the prime minister with only two options: fight openly for the Labour leadership, or…
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Cabinet loyalists tell Starmer he has the weekend to set out timetable for exit
Ministers say PM faces being forced out by party if he does not act, with one calling his departure inevitable How quickly could Burnham become PM? Cabinet ministers loyal to Keir Starmer have told him he faces being forced out of office by his party if he does not set a…
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‘I’m not a Labour fan but I like Burnham’: relief in Makerfield among left, right and centre
‘Borrowed’ supporters from across the political spectrum voted to trounce Reform How quickly could Burnham become PM? The morning after Andy Burnham secured a landslide byelection victory in Makerfield, returning him to Westminster after nine years as Greater Manchester mayor,…
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Tories win seats from Reform at Essex by-elections
Former Rochford District Council leader Danielle Belton quickly returns to local politics.
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Heathrow third runway GDP yield may be 90% less than previous estimates
Department for Transport analysis suggests tiny economic boost would be outweighed by up to £62.5bn in trade-offs The economic boost from a Heathrow third runway could be a tiny fraction of previous estimates, government analysis shows, while the overall trade-off from the…
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Burnham says Labour has final chance to change after Makerfield by-election win
The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor held off a challenge from Reform UK, behind by more than 9,000 votes.
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Henry Zeffman: What does Keir Starmer do next after Andy Burnham's Makerfield win?
Discussion about the prime minister's future ramps up after Makerfield by-election.
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The key figures in Andy Burnham's inner circle
The MPs and advisers likely to be influential if Burnham succeeds in gaining the keys to Number 10.
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Energy bills, business rates and HS2: What are Burnham's potential policies?
After winning the Makerfield by-election, we look at what policies Andy Burnham has advocated - including transport, education and energy.
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Burnham the mystic with a mission is all smiles after Makerfield coronation | John Crace
There would be no more sadness. No more despair. A change was a-coming – and he would work tirelessly to make it happen In the end, it wasn’t even close, Andy Burnham taking well over 50% of the vote and Rob Kenyon departing the stage without a murmur, never to be heard of…
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Historic by-election win sends message to Labour and SNP - Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch hailed the Scottish Conservatives' first by-election win since 1973, after the party took Aberdeen South from the SNP.
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Two men jailed over Starmer-linked arson attacks
Roman Lavrynovych 22, was jailed for seven years and Stanislav Carpiuc, 27, for two.
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MP arrested on suspicion of assault and coercion
The Lib Dem MP for Tewkesbury Cameron Thomas has had the whip suspended pending a police investigation.
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Farage blames Makerfield defeat on anti-Starmer votes
The Reform UK leader says he is "disappointed" with his party's performance in the key by-election.
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Badenoch on Tory Aberdeen South by-election win
The Scottish Conservatives have won a Westminster by-election for the first time in more than 50 years, taking Aberdeen South from the SNP.
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Reform’s genius plan is finally coming into view: field terrible candidates then lose | Marina Hyde
The unstoppable Nigel Farage is looking increasingly stoppable in the wake of Makerfield. The actual prime minister, meanwhile, has gone into hiding You’ll note Keir Starmer is in full bunker mode – and we’ll get to him – but after this Makerfield result, why isn’t Nigel Farage?…
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Tories pick themselves up off the floor with unexpected Scottish by-election win
The Conservatives secured a comfortable victory over the SNP in Aberdeen South after throwing everything at the seat.
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How does a Labour leadership contest work?
Matt Chorley explains what might happen now that Andy Burham has won a seat back in Parliament.
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I will stand if there's a leadership contest - PM
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Labour minister responds to Burnham win
Housing minister Steve Reed recalled previous Conservative leadership contests.
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Scottish Conservatives win first Westminster by-election in more than 50 years
The Tories take Aberdeen South, while the SNP wins in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry.
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What is Burnham's path to becoming Labour leader and PM?
How could MPs who want Sir Keir Starmer to be replaced force a leadership contest and who could stand?
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The moment Andy Burnham won Makerfield by-election
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election paving the way for him to challenge Keir Starmer as Labour Party leader.
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Who is Andy Burnham? Returning MP who wants to be prime minister
The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster.
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I saw all Reform’s weaknesses on display in Makerfield – Farage should be worried | John Harris
From a hopeless candidate to botched strategy, this latest byelection defeat is telling. But for Labour, there is still a long and arduous journey ahead The day before the voters of Makerfield chose their new MP, I stood with my camera-wielding colleague John Domokos on the main…
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Andy Burnham's win means change at the top for Greater Manchester
Burnham victory in Makerfield means Greater Manchester must find a new regional mayor.
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This major Makerfield victory has made it inevitable: it’s now time for Keir Starmer to step aside | Neal Lawson
Andy Burnham’s positive vision has struck a powerful blow to Reform – but the PM risks diminishing the impact by clinging on in No 10 Neal Lawson is director of the cross-party campaign organisation Compass That tingle of emotion you felt when you awoke today? That is the…
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Matt Dunlap beats DCCC-backed candidate in primary for top Maine battleground
The seat has become a priority target for both parties following Democratic Rep. Jared Golden’s decision not to run for reelection.
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Democrat Hannah Pingree and MAGA ally Bobby Charles will face off for Maine governor
Both emerged from the state’s ranked choice voting process early Friday morning.
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Sir John Curtice: Burnham's win against Reform represents remarkable personal success
Andy Burnham not only retained the share of the vote Labour won in the seat in 2024 but increased it.
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Jack Schlossberg on Trump, RFK Jr. and the future of the Democratic Party
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Brexit cost 6% of UK economy, Bank of England company data suggests
Analysis showed how much the UK could have grown if it had not exited the EU.
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The Guardian view on OnlyFans: revelations of abusive middlemen merit MPs’ attention | Editorial
Reports of agents taking 50% of women’s earnings undermine the company’s rhetoric of empowerment Since its launch a decade ago, and throughout its journey to becoming one of the UK’s most successful internet startups, OnlyFans – which was valued at more than £3bn in April – has…
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Jarvis 'working round clock' to finalise defence plan
The UK's new defence secretary is under pressure to publish the blueprint after repeated delays.
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Jury in Sir Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial to continue deliberations on Friday
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former Democratic Unionist Party leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.
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Heathrow's 'critical' expansion blueprint released
A consultation is launched on the Heathrow expansion, outlining conditions for the project to go ahead.
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Promised June meeting between first minister and Starmer not taking place
Starmer had promised meeting with first ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland this month.
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Janeese Lewis George wins DC mayoral primary
The 38-year-old democratic socialist is all-but-certain to be the U.S. capital’s first new mayor in a dozen years.
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Interest rates held as Bank warns of impact of high energy prices
The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.
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Zack Polanski cleared over houseboat tax row
Polanski was registered to vote at an east London marina but was not paying council tax.
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Number of job vacancies hits five year-low
Latest figures suggest companies are becoming more cautious about taking on new staff.
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'Scared to go to work': Shop assistant tells of customer abuse
Finnola Tzagorakis shared her story as MPs debated tackling abuse against people in customer facing roles.
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Great Power Diplomacy Book Review: Statecraft Tested
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Michigan pollster accuses McMorrow campaign of killing unfavorable Senate poll
The independent poll shows her trailing with 6 percent support among likely Democratic primary voters.
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Walkout in Senedd as Reform politician accused of racism sparks second row
Speech by Reform MS mocking Welsh students for being unable to read sparks Welsh Parliament walkout.
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Ella Baron on Reform’s plan to ‘strengthen women’s rights’ – cartoon
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Streeting suggests he would be prepared to trigger leadership contest as early as next week
But the former health secretary told BBC Newsnight he would prefer for the prime minister “to take a decision on his own terms”.
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Rick Jackson’s Georgia win is an embarrassing blemish on Trump’s record
The self-funding businessman just proved an outsider can still topple the president's endorsement, if they have enough cash.
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Democrats got the candidate they wanted in Mike Collins
And Republicans are pretty worried about defeating Sen. Jon Ossoff.
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Robert White wins DC delegate primary
White’s victory begins a new chapter for Washington, which has had the same delegate to Congress since 1991.
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Billionaire Rick Jackson defeats Trump-backed Burt Jones in Georgia governor race
Jackson spent over $100 million of his personal wealth to beat back the GOP establishment. It worked.
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UK will play full part in reopening Strait of Hormuz, Starmer says
The prime minister says the UK is working with other countries on a plan to protect vessels in the key waterway.
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Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals
Evidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups.
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Roy Hattersley: Labour politician who helped start the party's modernisation
Able Labour politician, often at odds with his party, who became a successful author and columnist.
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The impact of waning public trust on South Africa's local government elections
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Who's in Keir Starmer's cabinet?
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Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe
Ex-Defence Secretary John Healey has said the defence investment plan is "well short of what is required".
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The diplomacy and realist politics of the World Cup
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Ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton would overhaul California as governor, he tells BBC
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Defence Secretary John Healey and Armed Forces Minister Al Carns resignation letters in full
Healey and Carns spell out why they have quit government in letters to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
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Why defence funding deal offered to Healey wasn't enough to keep him
The defence secretary was pressing the prime minister for a larger increase in defence spending than he was offered, the BBC understands.
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What's happened to UK defence spending?
BBC Verify looks at the size of the UK military after Lord Robertson criticises the government over defence spending.
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Asylum appeal backlog at record high, new figures show
While the government has cut the backlog of cases waiting for a decision, the number of appeals has risen.
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How African Diplomacy Faltered in Congo—and How It Can Be Revived
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Voters head to the polls on 18 June as seven candidates stand in Aberdeen South.
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Shaping the future of international relations and diplomacy
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The Nowak murder has lit a match under British politics. This is how we got here
The police response to the murder of Henry Nowak has triggered a heated transatlantic debate.
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Cabinet urges South Africans to register for Local Government Elections
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World News Flash: Global Politics, Conflicts, and Diplomacy
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Young people don’t vote — we asked what would get them to the polls
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Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files
A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador has been released.
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Mandelson files: What you need to know
The government has published more than 1,000 pages of documents about the former US ambassador's appointment.
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Key messages between Mandelson and ministers
The 1,000 pages include criticisms of Labour MPs, No 10 and the prime minister.
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DA’s funding surge outpaces rivals ahead of local government elections
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Emfuleni By-Election Win: Is This the DA’s Breakthrough?
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The Bill on Trump’s Amateur Hour Diplomacy Is Coming Due
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South Africa launches campaign for 2026 local government elections
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IEC officially launches the 2026 Local Government Elections campaign
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IEC to launch 2026 electoral programme
IEC to launch 2026 electoral programme South African Government News Agency
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Government intensifies preparations for Local Government Elections
Government intensifies preparations for Local Government Elections South African Government News Agency
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More instability for Somalia as another election deadline lapses
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Is it harder than ever to be prime minister?
Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?
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The Ghost in the Machine of Modern Diplomacy: Big Tech as an Invisible Sovereign
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Is Taiwan Already Independent? Understanding the China Taiwan Dispute
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The ANC enters its most dangerous election yet: Terence Corrigan - Biznews
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IEC journal aims to boost political funding understanding
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The GPM and Japan’s First Step into Party Diplomacy
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Electoral Commission launches journal on African elections
Electoral Commission launches journal on African elections South African Government News Agency
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Remember, Remember the 4th of November
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SA faces a low-trust, high-risk election as disillusioned voters seek alternatives
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ACDP welcomes announcement of 2026 Local Government Elections date
ACDP welcomes announcement of 2026 Local Government Elections date African Christian Democratic Party
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IEC ramps up preparations after Local Elections date confirmed
IEC ramps up preparations after Local Elections date confirmed South African Government News Agency
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Ramaphosa sets local elections for 4 November
Ramaphosa sets local elections for 4 November Mail & Guardian
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Diplomacy Initiative prepares students for global leadership
Diplomacy Initiative prepares students for global leadership The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Save the date: 4 November local government election date announced by Ramaphosa
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South Africa Local Government Elections 2026: voters head to the polls on November 4
South Africa Local Government Elections 2026: voters head to the polls on November 4 The Citizen
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President sets 4 November 2026 as date for Local Government Elections
President sets 4 November 2026 as date for Local Government Elections South African Government News Agency
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Ethiopia’s political rifts to persist after elections
Ethiopia’s political rifts to persist after elections GIS Reports
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ANC and SACP – Political Merry-Go-Round
ANC and SACP – Political Merry-Go-Round Mail & Guardian
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Developing Russia’s Public and Cultural Diplomacy
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Reports Uncover Russian Efforts to Swing African Elections
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Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales elections
Laura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.
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International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, 24 April
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SALGA envisages more coalitions post-2026 municipal elections
SALGA envisages more coalitions post-2026 municipal elections South African Government News Agency
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Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess
The decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.
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'Diplomacy more relevant than ever,' says Turkish foreign minister amid global instability
'Diplomacy more relevant than ever,' says Turkish foreign minister amid global instability Anadolu Ajansı
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Register to vote using online platforms now
Register to vote using online platforms now South African Government News Agency
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World leaders and government officials to convene at Antalya Diplomacy Forum on 17–19 April
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Hill-Lewis takes helm of DA leadership
Hill-Lewis takes helm of DA leadership Mail & Guardian
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Resist pull of race-based politics, warns Helen Zille
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The Hostage Waters: Rewiring Diplomacy and Security in the Horn and Gulf Region
The Hostage Waters: Rewiring Diplomacy and Security in the Horn and Gulf Region horn review
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Fragile Polls: Political Deadlock and Insurgencies Cloud Elections in the Horn of Africa
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Malema: The future of South Africa is the EFF, ANC and MK Party
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Political realism in the era of Donald Trump
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A Civilizational Struggle: Truth Versus Shadow in World Politics
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Local election watch: SA’s future is tied to the health of its cities
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Vatican diplomacy under strain as Pope Leo XIV openly challenges Trump
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Elections that kept power in the same hands: Africa 2025 in review
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Strengthening electoral integrity: Insights from Africa Political Outlook 2026
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IEC prepares for South Africa's most competitive local elections
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IEC unveils Local Government Elections logo
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The World Cup Is a Golden Opportunity for North American Soccer Diplomacy
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Electoral Commission unveils new logo ahead of municipal elections
Electoral Commission unveils new logo ahead of municipal elections South African Government News Agency
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Public comments sought on proposed deposits for the 2026/27 Local Government Elections
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Nearly half of South Africans feel politically homeless ahead of local elections
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How will Nigeria’s new political parties’ guidelines shape 2027 elections?
How will Nigeria’s new political parties’ guidelines shape 2027 elections? CNBC Africa
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The Japanese Studies Program (Faculty of International Politics and Diplomacy) calls for applications for the Student Exchange Program with Wakayama University, Japan (September 2026 – September 2027 intake). - Học viện Ngoại giao
The Japanese Studies Program (Faculty of International Politics and Diplomacy) calls for applications for the Student Exchange Program with Wakayama University, Japan (September 2026 – September 2027 intake). Học viện Ngoại giao - DAV
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