Struggling Biden faces big test with TV interview
An imperilled President Joe Biden is vowing to fight on as he readies for a critical interview to show he has what it takes to run against Donald Trump.
national elections
New PM Starmer pledges action not words to fix Britain
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has promised to rebuild trust in politics and deliver change after his Labour Party swept to power in a landslide victory.
France delivers a win for the left, and hung parliament
French voters have delivered a setback for Marine Le Pen's nationalist party, which polls had predicted would win the second-round but ended up in third.
France shifts left but risk of policy paralysis looms
A leftist alliance has emerged as the dominant force in France but the nation faces a hung parliament after no single group secured a working majority.
France’s Macron asks PM to stay on in role for now
French President Emmanuel Macron has asked Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to remain temporarily in office after elections left the government in limbo.
UK Conservatives support falls after betting scandal
The polls were already bleak for Britain's ruling Conservatives and now a betting scandal is pushing their support even lower just days before the election.
UK’s Conservatives dump candidates in gambling probe
The UK's ruling Conservatives have withdrawn support for two candidates after they were implicated in a betting row just weeks before the general election.
UK Labour warns no ‘magic wand’ as polls tip landslide
Three opinion polls predict UK Labour will romp into power in the British election but leader Keir Starmer warns voters to keep their expectations in check.
UK Labour stakes election on wealth creation
UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has delivered his manifesto for the upcoming general election promising to rebuild the country.
UK prime minister dismisses resignation rumours
Rishi Sunak has brushed off rumours he may resign ahead of the UK election after he was heavily criticised for leaving D-Day commemorations too soon.
Voters want a ban on AI election ads to stop deepfakes
Most Australians worry artificial intelligence technology will be used to mislead voters and would like to see it banned from political ads.
India’s Modi eyes biggest win yet as vote count begins
Nearly one billion people were eligible to vote in the seven-week national elections in India, with a strong win predicted for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India’s Modi heading to majority but no landslide win
Nearly one billion people were eligible to vote in India's seven-week national elections with a strong win predicted for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Indians vote in final phase of poll amid searing heat
Indians are voting in the final phase of elections amid stifling heat following the deaths of almost two dozen poll officials from suspected heatstroke.
Solomons picks China-friendly Manele as new PM
Jeremiah Manele is the Solomon Islands' new prime minister after a vote by MPs that suggests the Pacific nation will maintain close ties with Beijing.
Solomon Islands faces tense wait for election results
The Solomon Islands election is being watched by Australia, China and the United States because of the potential impact on regional security.
Leaders urge calm as Solomons considers economy, China
The Solomon Islands have been forced into a pre-election lull as it approaches a pivotal vote set to affect Australia and China.
Polls close in closely watched Solomon Islands election
International allies, old and new, are keenly watching as the Solomon Islands' pro-Beijing prime minister tries to hold on to power in the Pacific nation.
Solomon Islanders have voted, election count to begin
Counting is due to begin in the Solomon Islands' election, as Australia's deputy prime minister said the nation would work closely with whoever was elected.
Hiccups in Solomon Is vote but results expected soon
Some hiccups were experienced in the Solomon Islands' largest-ever and most-closely-watched election, authorities say.
Colours nailed to the mast in Solomons street parades
Solomon Islanders have flooded the streets in support of their candidates in a national election closely watched by US and Chinese allies
Solomons election a test of China’s Pacific inroads
The upcoming election in the Solomons looks set to be a test of China's influence in the Pacific and for the island nation's pro-Beijing prime minister.
Voters defy warnings to board crowded Solomons ferries
Solomon Islands voters are risking their safety to cast ballots in a national election that is proving to be a litmus test of China's Pacific expansion.
Voters dream of better future for the Solomons
Under the strain of the nation's population tripling in the past 45 years, government services in the Solomon Islands are stretched.
West condemns Putin’s ‘undemocratic’ election win
As Vladimir Putin prepares to lead Russia for another six years, his latest election win has been called into question by several nations.
Russians vote as Ukraine attacks city, strikes refinery
Two people have been killed in a missile strike in the Russian border region as Vladimir Putin says Ukraine is trying to disrupt the presidential election.
Trump, Biden dominate Super Tuesday as rematch looms
President Joe Biden and Donald Trump have dominated Super Tuesday, all but cementing a November rematch and pressuring Nikki Haley to leave the Republican race.
Indonesia’s Widodo congratulates poll winner Prabowo
Indonesian President Joko Widodo says he congratulated Prabowo Subianto after unofficial counts showed the defence minister had won the presidential election.
Pakistan’s Khan-backed independents lead in final count
The final tally has been released in Pakistan's national election and shows independents, mostly backed by former leader Imran Khan, winning 101 of 264 seats.
Nine killed as violence mars Pakistan election
Violence has marred Pakistan's national election with no clear result expected until at least Friday.
Wilders seeks to form Dutch govt after election win
Far-right populist Geert Wilders is looking for coalition partners after a shock election victory that's bound to send shock waves through Europe.