Myanmar's military, the Tatmadaw, is trying to gain control through elections after failing to do so through force. The junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, recently urged voters to support candidates who align with the military's interests. This move comes nearly five years after the military took power i
Thailand's political scene is heating up as Anutin Charnvirakul, the current caretaker leader, is set to run for prime minister in the upcoming February elections. His party, Bhumjaithai, has thrown their support behind him, hoping to ride a wave of national pride sparked by recent border tensions w
The 2026 Pro Bowl rosters are out, and several teams and players are making headlines. The Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos, San Francisco 49ers, and Seattle Seahawks are leading the pack with six selections each. This is a big deal because it shows how strong these teams are. The Cowboys, Lions, Ch
The NFL has just revealed the teams for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, happening in Orlando, Florida. This event is now in its third year of a fresh format, focusing more on skill challenges and swapping the classic Pro Bowl game for flag football. It's been an interesting season across the league, with t
Abigail Spanberger is about to make history in Virginia. She's the first woman and the first ex-CIA agent to become governor there. Her journey from intelligence work to politics is quite the story. Before politics, Spanberger spent years gathering secrets for the CIA. That's a far cry from her cur
House District 88 is at a crossroads, with voters facing a crucial choice in the upcoming special election. The district, covering parts of Lexington County, including Lexington, South Congaree, Pine Ridge, and Gaston, is looking for a new representative after the resignation of former Representativ
Mamady Doumbouya, who took control of Guinea in a coup four years ago, is now aiming to become the country's president through elections. He has made big changes in Guinea's mining industry and started a huge iron ore project. These moves could help him win the upcoming presidential vote, which is s
In a recent move, a court in Lisbon ordered the removal of campaign posters that targeted the Roma community. These posters were put up by Andre Ventura, the leader of the far-right Chega party. The judge, Ana Barao, said the posters were discriminatory and could stir up hatred against an ethnic min
In Leicester, a seemingly ordinary roundabout, Belgrave Circle, has become a symbol of the changing political landscape in the UK. This roundabout, built on the site of an old railway station, witnessed significant political shifts during the 2015 general election. At that time, all three parliament
Detroit's city elections have seen a big drop in voter turnout over the past 20 years. In 2005, 41% of eligible voters showed up, but by 2021, that number had fallen to just 24%. This is much lower than the national average of 31% for big cities. Even though turnout inched up a bit in the latest ele
