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At least 220 ads— mostly Republican— generated or enhanced with artificial intelligence have circulated in the leadup to the midterms, at a cost of almost $137 million.

Sharp remarks by Indonesian political figures reflect domestic frustration, economic nationalism and political posturing, say analysts who also cautioned against reading too much into the criticism of Malaysia and Singapore.

Political uncertainty surrounding the US midterm elections and widespread anti-government protests in Europe could provide support for gold prices, even though a recovery seems limited amid inflation concerns as Middle East tension continues to weigh on global oil prices, note traders.

Perth property developer Greg Poland claimed he was defamed following the publication of two stories, based on a covert recording sent to journalists by federal Liberal MP Andrew Hastie.

The issue once again brings the strained relationship between the siblings into focus with the APCC chief’s efforts to persuade her brother through family members to spare the venue in Bengaluru reportedly failing

The Syndicate members raised concern over a purported deterioration in the university’s academic and administrative function, despite securing a NAAC A++ accreditation.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney says there is "no merit" to American claims that Canadians might be interfering in U.S. politics ahead of November's midterm elections.

Inside Politics: Jim O’Callaghan objects to ‘inappropriate and demeaning’ video by Dublin Rape Crisis Centre

With a net worth of $905.8 billion, the world's richest person's overlapping empire of companies is heavily exposed to regulation by federal agencies.

Jens Meurer discusses his doc, screening at Austria's Viennale and showing Wolf Biermann narrating his life in various iterations of Germany, and how the outspoken artist inspired 'The Lives of Others.'

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- The main opposition People Power Party (PPP) on Frida...

Perikatan Nasional can now contest next month’s Melaka election under its own name and symbol, after securing a temporary legal reprieve from deregistration.

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- An appeals court on Friday overturned a lower court r...

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- The main opposition People Power Party (PPP) on Frida...

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- An appeals court on Friday overturned a lower court r...

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- An appeals court on Friday acquitted Seoul Mayor Oh S...

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US president’s approval rating has crashed in tandem with the squeeze on households

As Beijing hosts a pivotal leadership meeting, attention is focused on who has fallen from favour and who could emerge as the next generation of China’s rulers.

Labour's Chris Hipkins had no good choices when it came to candidate Kerrin Leoni.

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"How much influence do staffers have?" and "Why don't politicians show their personality more?" were among the questions on Victorian voters' minds at a recent election discussion.

If someone like Helen Haines could be attacked, who is safe? As the severity of her injuries became clear, the mood in Canberra shifted from shock to something darker.

A UNILAG professor, Ibitayo Popoola, has warned that churches risk losing their moral standing if pastors become involved in partisan political mobilisatio Read More: https://punchng.com/unilag-don-warns-church-against-political-mobilisation/

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- An appeals court was set to rule Friday on Seoul Mayo...

Backlash is continuing to grow after Ohio GOP gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign posted an ad featuring his Democratic opponent's estranged mother, with President Trump defending the move and some Republicans condemning it. Political strategists Joe Borelli and Cameron French join with analysis.

Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the IEA, warns that energy is becoming a geopolitical weapon.

Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy of the Madras High Court recently said that it was for Parliament to consider whether involving children in campaigning should be made a ground for setting aside the election of candidates

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By turning Ali G into the doofus antihero of his own absurdist saga, "Who Iz I?" essentially becomes Sacha Baron Cohen’s version of a "Saturday Night Live" movie, like "MacGruber" or "Stuart Saves His Family" or "A Night at the Roxbury." The film has scattered funny moments, but it’s dawdling and cumbersome and far less relevant than it thinks.

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He had an unlikely rise, from modeling agent to presidential special envoy. After his firing, he was unrepentant: “I need to make money.”

Musk revived speculation about a tie-up this week, calling a combination "a good idea."

Protests have erupted across Europe, as activists seek for radical political and societal change. In France, young people are looking to improve school conditions and access to education. Similar to those in Albania, Italy, and Serbia, where protesters are revolting against government corruption and the cost-of-living crisis. Host Caryn Ceolin speaks to Paul

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CPI(M) and Congress trade charges over Keralam government’s handling of the issue. Pathanamthitta emerges as focal point of controversy, with CPI(M) calling a hartal in seven villages on October 24

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 &mdash; The split between PAS and Bersatu following an internal crisis in Perikatan Nasional (PN),...

ACT wants it to be mandatory for all health and disability benefits to be independently issued by MSD approved doctors.

PDP senatorial candidate for Oyo Central, Ayobami Olunloyo, says his late father and former governor, Dr Omololu Olunloyo, inspired his political ambition. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-fathers-political-career-inspired-my-senatorial-ambition-olunloyo/

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy's latest ad in the Ohio governor's race is drawing bipartisan pushback for featuring the estranged mother of his opponent, Democrat Amy Acton. Political strategists Mark Bednar and Santiago Mayer join "The Takeout" with analysis.

Pro-Israel group AIPAC will keep operating its United Democracy Project super PAC while mobilizing individual donors to give directly.

The Federal Road Safety Corps has barred its personnel from escorting politicians during campaigns for the 2027 general elections, restricting them to traf Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-frsc-bars-political-escorts-restricts-officers-to-traffic-duties/

President Donald Trump's political groups have spent more than one-quarter of a billion dollars to bolster Republicans in the final stretch of this year's midterm elections, an unprecedented amount for a sitting president that underscores the stakes on Nov. 3.

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Politicians on all sides of politics are doing some self-reflecting after the attack on federal MP Helen Haines. But answers to rising political violence are not easy to find.

From threats against their children to stalking and intimidation, politicians across party lines are revealing the disturbing abuse they face in public life.

Ryan Bridge channelled his inner Paula Bennett, snapping 'Zip it sweeties' at the leaders.

Broadcast TV is set to capture nearly half of political advertising spending ahead of the midterm election as local stations benefit from record spending.

<p><i>Scientific American</i> spoke to the candidate for Massachusetts&rsquo;s fourth congressional district about climate change, misinformation and why, when it comes to health care, some socialism may be required</p>

The island adopted quotas for women running for public office decades before other countries. The upshot? Today, few of them need quotas to get elected.

<p>Hamstrung governments seem to have no answer to the public’s furious demands, making further discontent likely</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/oct/20/france-protests-paris-curfews-italy-europe-ukraine-latest-news-updates">Europe live – latest updates</a></p></li></ul><p>In France, it was the piles of wheelie bins stacked

The alleged attack on Helen Haines has prompted readers to reflect on behaviour in parliament and outside of it.

Non-bailable sections under the BNS were invoked against SFI district leaders related to a campus incident, says CPI(M) district secretariat

<p>AFP commissioner says MPs are generally concerned about growing volume of abuse and intimidation</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/oct/21/helen-haines-independent-mp-alleged-attack-wangaratta-vigils-court-ntwnfb">Follow our live blog for latest updates</a></p></li><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.co

Ebonyi State Commissioner Sunday Inyima has dismissed claims that the murder of his younger brother, Egeonu Inyima, was politically motivated. Read More: https://punchng.com/my-brothers-death-not-politically-motivated-ebonyi-commissioner/

The ANC’s former deputy secretary-general Thenjiwe Mtintso says the party’s chairperson, Gwede Mantashe, must apologise for his crude and ignorant words.