ELECTION

Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Young voters aren’t just sitting out the vote—they’re pushing for real change

In a packed lecture hall at the University of Michigan, energy crackled as students rattled desks and chanted. Among them stood someone from a different generation, observing the scene in silence. The crowd wasn’t there for a typical political speech. Instead, a Senate candidate teamed up with a lou

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Looking ahead: How U. S. politics might change without Trump

The 2026 midterm elections could mark a quiet turning point in American politics—one that has little to do with any single leader. Behind the headlines about rising tensions and election drama, there’s a growing sense that the country is tired of being defined by conflict. Polls show trust in tradit

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s big vote: what’s at stake for Europe and beyond

Hungary’s Sunday vote isn’t just about who runs the country—it’s a test for Europe’s direction. For 16 years, Prime Minister Viktor Orban has shaped Hungary as a place where democracy feels different: less free press, fewer checks on power, and closer ties to Moscow than most EU neighbors. But after

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Czech Leader Stands by Hungary’s Orbán Ahead of Key Vote

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš threw his support behind Hungary’s Viktor Orbán just before Sunday’s election, calling him the right leader to handle Hungary’s challenges. Polls suggest Orbán, a long-time nationalist who often clashes with the EU and keeps close ties with Russia, might lose power

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

California Governor Race Gets Rocky with New Sexual Assault Claims

A California Democrat running for governor faces serious accusations after a former staff member publicly accused him of sexual assault. The woman claims two separate incidents happened—one in 2019 while she still worked for him, and another in 2024 after she left his team. She says she was too drun

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Benin’s Next Leader Faces Big Promises and Bigger Challenges

Benin’s presidential race is shaping up to be less of a contest and more of a handover. Romuald Wadagni, the current finance minister, is the clear favorite to win this weekend’s election. Why? He’s backed by the ruling party, and his main rival couldn’t even gather enough support to run. That’s a b

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Djibouti’s President Secures Another Term Amid Questionable Elections

President Ismael Omar Guelleh won his sixth term in Djibouti, capturing 97. 8% of the vote according to state media. The result extends his 27‑year hold over the small nation that sits at the mouth of the Red Sea. Guelleh posted a photo with the French word “RÉÉLU” on X, meaning re‑elected. Djibo

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Brazil’s Election Showdown: Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro Stand Neck‑and‑Neck

In the run‑up to Brazil’s October elections, a recent survey by Datafolha shows that President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are practically tied for a potential second round. The poll, conducted between Tuesday and Thursday across 137 municipalities, recorded 46 percent sup

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Apr 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Only the Best: How Ludo Robotics Filters 99. 7% of Applicants

Ludo Robotics, a part of KRAFTON, is hunting for the sharpest minds in humanoid robots. The company opened a new hiring window on March 11 and pulled in more than five thousand resumes for machine‑learning and AI jobs. Yet only twenty people moved past the first cut, meaning almost every applicant w

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Peru’s Big Ballot: A 35‑Candidate Showdown

The election in Peru is set to be the most confusing one yet for its 27 million voters. Thirty‑five people are running for president, a record that shows how unstable the country’s politics have become. Voters will need to choose from a huge ballot that shows each candidate’s picture and party symbo

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