VOTING PROCESS

Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Chile's Big Vote: What's at Stake?

Chile is gearing up for a crucial presidential election, with voters set to make their choice on Sunday. This election is more than just picking a new leader; it's about addressing pressing issues like rising crime, illegal immigration, and a sluggish economy. The country, known for its wealth in Latin America, is facing some tough challenges. Eight candidates are i...

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Apr 24 2025POLITICS

The Papal Election: A Model for Secure Voting

The Catholic Church's method for choosing a new pope is one of the most secure voting systems in existence. This process, known as a papal conclave, has been refined over nearly 2, 000 years. It offers valuable lessons for modern democracies struggling with secure voting. The upcoming papal election is already stirring debates. Some groups in the US are pushing for ...

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Apr 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Voting for the 2025 AMAs: Your Guide to Making a Difference

The 2025 American Music Awards are all about the fans. The voting process is straightforward, but there are a few tricks to know. First, fans can vote online at VoteAMAs. com. This is the most convenient way to support favorite artists. The ceremony will take place on May 26, which is also Memorial Day. This is a big deal because it means more people can watch a...

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Germany's Budget Breakthrough: A New Era of Spending?

Germany's political landscape is buzzing with a recent vote. The Bundestag has approved a significant change to the country's debt rules. This move is set to reshape how Germany handles its finances. The Greens, CDU/CSU, and SPD joined forces to make this happen. It was a surprising turn of events, given the Greens' initial stance. They had previously opposed easing ...

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

North Carolina 2024: Voting, Results, and How to Keep Up

The 2024 General Election in North Carolina is coming up, and voters need to know what to expect. Polls will close at 7:30 PM, and anyone still in line by then can cast their vote. But how can you keep tabs on the results as they come in? There are several ways to stay informed. An interactive map and live updates will make it easy to follow the results. Whether you...

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Why Pennsylvania’s Election Results Might Take Time Again

Pennsylvania’s election results aren’t likely to be known right away on election night. This is due to the state’s unique voting laws. Here’s why it might take some time to get the final results. Under the U. S. Constitution, states run their own elections. Pennsylvania, for one, has rules that can slow down the counting process. For example, mail-in ballots can’t b...

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Securing Votes: New Election Facilities Across the Country

In today's world, ensuring election safety is more crucial than ever. Recently, officials have been ramping up security measures to protect voters, poll workers, and ballots. Take Maryland's Baltimore County, for instance, where a state-of-the-art facility has just opened. This isn't your typical office; it's designed with safety first, featuring bulletproof glass, r...

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Oct 03 2024TECHNOLOGY

Voting begins for Alaska's Fat Bear Week after a contestant was killed in an attack

Voting in Katmai National Park's famed Fat Bear Week was underway Wednesday after a bear killed one of this year's competitors and delayed the bracket reveal by a day. Bear #469 attacked and killed bear #402 on Monday morning at Brooks River in the Alaska park, the National Park Service said in a release, pushing Monday's bracket reveal to Tuesday. The attack and the...

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