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world8 days ago•1 min saved

Touadera Secures Third Term as Central African Republic President

Faustin-Archange Touadera has won a third term as President of the Central African Republic with 76.15% of the vote in the December 28 election, amid opposition claims of fraud and a boycott by the main opposition coalition. Voter turnout was 52.42%, and the election followed a constitutional change that abolished term limits. Touadera's security-focused campaign included support from Russian mercenaries and Rwandan soldiers, and he has signed peace deals with rebel groups.

via Al Jazeera|

#central-african-republic #conflict #presidential-election

world16 days ago•1 min saved

Kosovo's Kurti Secures Clear Win to Form New Government

Kosovo's ruling party claims a convincing victory in a snap election, as the country continues to face political deadlock and uncertainty about its European integration path.

via politico.eu|

#election #kosovo #political-deadlock

politics27 days ago•0 min saved

Moderate Republicans and Democrats push for vote on ACA subsidies

A small group of moderate House Republicans are collaborating with Democrats to push for a vote on extending pandemic-era ACA subsidies, which are set to expire at year's end, highlighting internal GOP tensions amid the Senate's rejection of the plan.

via The Washington Post|

#aca-subsidies #democrats #house-republicans

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Trump's Pardon of Honduran Ex-President Sparks Election Tensions

Early results from the Honduras election show Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura narrowly leading, amid tensions over US influence and concerns about election integrity, with the final outcome still uncertain as votes are counted.

via BBC|

#election #honduras #nasry-asfura

world1 month ago•1 min saved

Swiss voters reject multiple proposed taxes and mandatory service measures

Swiss voters overwhelmingly rejected a proposed 50% tax on inheritances of over 50 million Swiss francs, with 78% voting against, reflecting resistance to wealth redistribution efforts despite concerns about climate change funding and rising living costs.

via Reuters|

#inheritance #switzerland #tax

politics2 months ago•0 min saved

Senate votes on funding bill to end government shutdown

A bipartisan group of Senate Democrats and Republicans is moving forward with an agreement to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, with a key vote in the Senate showing strong support to reopen the government.

via The Washington Post|

#bipartisan #government-shutdown #politics

gaming2 months ago•1 min saved

Top 100 Nintendo Games: Readers' Picks and Expert Opinions

Nintendo is collaborating with IGN to create a definitive list of the 100 best Nintendo games of all time, including third-party titles associated with Nintendo consoles, and is inviting fans to participate in voting to influence the final ranking.

via Nintendo Life|

#games #gaming #ign

business2 months ago•0 min saved

Tesla Shareholders Vote on Elon Musk's $1 Trillion Pay Package

Tesla shareholders are set to vote on Elon Musk's proposed $1 trillion pay package, highlighting ongoing discussions about executive compensation at the company.

via Financial Times|

#business #elon-musk #pay-deal

elections2 months ago•9 min saved

Virginia 2025 Election: Historic Race and Key Results

Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial election is underway with voters casting ballots across the state, as campaign events and voter turnout reports highlight the significance of the race between Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears, amid preparations for the upcoming inauguration and ongoing efforts to ensure a smooth voting process.

via Virginia Mercury|

#2025-election #campaign-watch-parties #elections

business2 months ago•1 min saved

Major Investor Opposes Musk's $1 Trillion Tesla Pay Plan

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund plans to vote against Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposed massive pay package, which could pay him up to $1 trillion over ten years, citing concerns over size and risk, while other investors like Baron Capital support the plan. Musk, Tesla’s largest shareholder, is a key figure in the company's valuation and growth strategies.

via AP News|

#business #compensation-package #elon-musk

entertainment2 months ago•1 min saved

Jonathan Bailey Crowned People's Sexiest Man Alive 2025

Just Jared is hosting an annual poll where fans can vote for the sexiest male celebrity of 2025, with unlimited voting allowed until November 19, and the results are separate from People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive.

via Just Jared|

#celebrity #entertainment #hottest

entertainment2 months ago•2 min saved

Matthew Lillard Criticizes ICE and Calls for Love and Voting at 'Scream' Screening

Matthew Lillard made a political statement at a screening of 'Scream', expressing opposition to ICE and urging the audience to vote and lead with love, while also promoting a California ballot initiative. He is returning for 'Scream 7' and emphasized the importance of voting in current political times.

via Deadline|

#entertainment #ice #lead-with-love

politics2 months ago•11 min saved

Senate Rejects and Votes to Block Trump's Global Tariffs in Bipartisan Moves

The Senate voted against President Trump's global tariffs for the third time in three days, passing a resolution to end the national emergency used to justify these duties, with some Republican senators crossing party lines. The vote highlights bipartisan opposition to the tariffs, which Trump defended during his Asia trip. Meanwhile, other political developments include a delayed confirmation hearing for Trump's nominee for surgeon general due to labor, ongoing bipartisan negotiations to reopen the government, and a Senate committee postponing a vote on a Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation nominee amid workplace misconduct concerns.

via Politico|

#politics #rebuke #senate

politics2 months ago•2 min saved

Cameroon Election Tensions Escalate Amid Disputed Results and Internet Blackout

Cameroon's opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary has declared himself the winner of the presidential election, rejecting the official results and alleging vote theft, amid rising tensions and fears of violence in the country.

via BBC|

#cameroon #conflict #election

politics2 months ago•0 min saved

Senate Fails to Pass Bills to Pay Federal Workers Amid Shutdown

The Senate blocked three bills aimed at paying federal workers during the shutdown, with most Democrats opposing a bill to pay essential workers and Republicans blocking bills to pay all federal employees, reflecting partisan divisions.

via The Washington Post|

#bills #federal-workers #politics