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Election campaign live update
Live election campaign coverage on 16 October 2026.
RNZ · 1m
New poll shows Labour edging ahead of National
Labour gains narrow lead over National in election poll as Opportunity hits 5% threshold.
NZ Herald · 1m
Brazil's Congress Ends 6x1 Workweek
Brazil's Congress passes shorter workweek to boost Lula's election chances.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m
DOJ sues California over voter rolls
DOJ files lawsuit to block California ballot counting as state officials reject federal noncitizen voter claims.
Sfchronicle · 1m
How Much Does It Cost to Run an Election?
New Zealand's 2026 election costs $180m to run, with key challenges in voter outreach.
RNZ · 1m
B.C. election close race
Conservatives and NDP remain close in B.C. election poll with two-point lead.
Nationalpost · 1m
Saudi-backed forces launch major offensive in Yemen; U.S. kills 4 in Caribbean boat strike; Bolsonaro wins first round in Brazil election
Saudi-led coalition targets Yemeni forces as U.S. strikes Caribbean boat killing four; Bolsonaro edges Brazil election.
Drop Site News · 2m
Democrats Link Trump Corruption to Midterm Victory
Democrats use Trump's corruption to win midterms by connecting it to economic struggles.
Salon · 1m
Progressive Case for Scott Wiener
Progressive journalist argues Scott Wiener beats Connie Chan for Pelosi's congressional seat.
The San Francisco Standard · 1m
Lula Party Accuses Meta of Election Interference
Lula's party claims Meta restricted his online content ahead of Brazil runoff.
France24 · 1m
Trump Claims Economy Is Alright But Numbers Show Higher Prices
Trump says prices are down, but inflation data shows a 5.9% rise in costs for families.
Mother Jones · 1m
Israel’s Haredi Election
Ultra-Orthodox men’s military exemption sparks Israel’s election crisis.
Foreign Policy · 2m
Trump's Diesel Deal Sparks Ukraine Crisis
Trump's diesel deal with Russia threatens Ukraine's security ties as US election looms.
Dw · 1m
A juncture and a moment
Youth protests demand election chief resignation over alleged vote theft in India.
Dawn · 1m
Latin American Pulse
Riyadh missile strikes spark oil fears as Brazil election runoff tensions rise.
The Rio Times · 1m
Homeland Security searches Omar's home
Homeland Security agents search Representative Ilhan Omar's home 22 days before Election Day.
The Boston Globe · 1m
Labour's election funding gap
Labour needs $4.1m to fund 2026 election after $900k broadcasting allocation.
RNZ · 1m
Homeland Security raids Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home
Homeland Security raids Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home ahead of election.
Mother Jones · 1m
Omar Search vs. Mar-a-Lago Differences
Federal agents search Ilhan Omar's home as political comparisons to Trump's Mar-a-Lago investigation emerge.
Dallas Express · 1m
Brazilians Vote in U.S. on Oct 4 Election
Over 119 million Brazilians voted in national elections on Oct 4, 2026, including 21,000 Florida residents.
The Conversation · 1m
Auckland election race hinges on city's challenges
Politicians focus on Auckland's economic struggles to win tight election race.
RNZ · 1m
Opposition Alleges Police Abuse in India Protests
Opposition leaders and journalists report police violence during India's voter roll protest demonstrations.
euronews · 1m
Gaithersburg Mayor to Step Down
Gaithersburg mayor resigns if he wins November election.
The Banner · 1m
Lula Rejects Court Interference
Lula calls electoral court biased 14 days before Brazil's presidential runoff.
The Rio Times · 1m
PQ election result embarrasses leader
PQ leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon wins Quebec election with 28% support, a result that embarrasses his party.
Nationalpost · 1m
Quebec Election Fragmentation
Quebec's election yields the most fragmented result in its history with three parties securing 20-28% of votes.
Nationalpost · 1m
Kids' playground keeps Great Highway closed
Campaign uses children's playground to block Great Highway reopening vote.
The San Francisco Standard · 1m
Labour fears low-key budget won't satisfy voters
Labour insiders warn 'low-key' budget risks looking weak as voters demand tangible change.
the Guardian · 1m
John E. Sununu's Senate Run Through New Hampshire Shifts
Sununu's Senate bid faces New Hampshire's political realignment after 18 years away.
The Boston Globe · 1m
Candidates debate as Guilfoyle faces scrutiny
Political candidates squared off in debates while Kimberly Guilfoyle came under examination.
Today · 1m
Malaysia cuts income tax for households
Malaysia lowers income tax and raises wage floors ahead of election.
Nikkei Asia · 1m
Georgia Senate Debate Focuses on Trump and Biden Policies
Georgia Senate candidates clash over Trump and Biden-era economic and foreign policies during debate.
NBC News · 2m
Election Campaign Live
National pledges drug testing for Jobseeker recipients as Labour accuses them of using 'bludgers' in polls.
RNZ · 1m
Obama Returns to Help Democrats
Obama's campaign strategy could shift midterms as Democrats target key races.
Straight Arrow · 2m
How Howard County School Board Election Stays Nonpartisan
Howard County school board candidates all registered Democrats but face partisan backing splits.
The Banner · 1m
Israel Marks Three Years Since October 7 Attack
Israel commemorates October 7 attack anniversary with memorials and protests.
ABC7 New York · 1m
Trump's $90 Medicare Rebate Rolls Out
Trump's $90 Medicare rebate payments start this week but millions remain ineligible, critics call it a political stunt.
Seattletimes · 1m
Republicans Use Migrant Caravan Hype Before Midterms
Republicans revive migrant caravan fears days before midterms to sway voters.
Rolling Stone · 1m
Texas Republicans Skip Senate Debate
Texas Republicans refuse to debate Senate candidate James Talarico despite repeated invitations.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
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Spanish PM calls snap election for November
Pedro Sanchez gambles on an early vote as his Socialist Party trails in polls, risking Spain's last major left-wing government to the far-right.
Daily Maverick · 1m
Russia Vows Revenge After Election Attacks
Russia plans intensified strikes on Kyiv following Ukrainian drone attacks during election day.
Malay Mail · 1m
Bosnia Nationalists Win Election Despite Fraud Crackdown
Bosnian nationalists secure victory with new voter tech, as turnout drops to 40%.
Dw · 1m
Carney Promises Canadian Sovereignty After PQ Win
Prime Minister Carney vows to boost Canadian sovereignty with new Quebec premier.
Nationalpost · 1m
Texas election confusion
Texas election confusion threatens voter trust.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
São Paulo Election Day Culture Crawl
Wet election Sunday in São Paulo: art, free museums and slow dinners.
The Rio Times · 1m
David Eby's Clark-Mamdani impersonation
BC premier David Eby's election speech mimics NDP leader Glen Clark and NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Nationalpost · 1m
Brazil Polls Miss Right-Wing Surge
Brazilian right-wing candidates outpace polls in election surprise.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m
Labour's lead over Reform widens under Burnham
Andy Burnham's Labour hits its highest ratings since 2024, opening a five-point gap over Reform as the party faces mounting controversies.
The Independent · 1m
Spain's 54-day election sprint
Sánchez bets housing crisis can stop far-right from winning Spanish election.
EUobserver · 1m
Nationalists top Bosnia-Herzegovina's divisive election
Ethnic nationalist blocs win Bosnia-Herzegovina's election amid record-low turnout.
Dw · 1m
Brazil election runoff set
Brazil's presidential runoff between Bolsonaro and Lula begins after first round shows them nearly tied.
Dw · 1m
Bosnia-Herzegovina election results
Ethnic nationalist blocs dominate Bosnia-Herzegovina's election with record-low turnout.
Dw · 1m
Brazil Heads to Run-off as Bolsonaro Takes First Place
Flávio Bolsonaro leads Lula in Brazil's first round election, setting up run-off in three weeks.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m
Merz's grip on power weakens as far-right surges
Germany's chancellor cancels UN trip as the AfD's election victory threatens his leadership and exposes deep party divisions.
CBS News · 3m
Latvia's pro-Ukraine PM wins by landslide
Andris Kulbergs' decisive election victory gives him a clear path to form a government without far-right support.
POLITICO · 1m
How disinformation is reshaping German politics
Foreign actors wage information warfare on social media to sway young voters away from Ukraine support.
POLITICO · 1m
Latvian PM Holds Power Amid Ukraine War
Latvia's prime minister keeps power as Russia-Ukraine war reshapes elections.
EUobserver · 1m
Trump Rally in Ohio Highlights GOP Unpopularity
Trump's rally in Ohio shows GOP's struggle with data centers and economic issues.
Mother Jones · 1m
Bosnia Awaits Election Results
Bosnia's election results remain unclear as pro-Russian politician Dodik dominates the race despite being banned from office.
euronews · 1m
Trump's Election Claims Fact-Checked
Trump claims election wins but fact-check reveals discrepancies.
TIME · 1m
