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world4 days ago•2 min saved

Israelis split on Netanyahu’s Oct. 7 accountability as election nears

With Israel’s October 27 election approaching, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a referendum on his leadership following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack. Polls show a tight race with no clear majority, while opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot and victim families demand an independent investigation into the security failure. Netanyahu denies receiving pre-attack warnings and blames security chiefs, but recent reports suggest he was alerted by UAE and Egyptian officials. The outcome will determine whether Netanyahu retains power or faces a potential change in leadership.

via Axios|

#election #hamas #israel

politics5 days ago•2 min saved

Flávio Bolsonaro leads Brazil runoff after right-wing surge

Flávio Bolsonaro has won the first round of Brazil's presidential election, securing 56.1 million votes against incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's 53.8 million. This result forces a runoff on October 25, where Bolsonaro is the favorite. The victory is attributed to a right-wing surge, high voter rejection of Lula, and a strong performance in key southeastern states. The outcome has emboldened calls for the release of Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for an attempted coup, and has intensified debates over US influence and regional political shifts.

via BBC|

#brazil #election #flavio-bolsonaro

politics6 days ago•4 min saved

Flávio Bolsonaro leads Lula in Brazil’s first round, setting up a decisive October 25 runoff

Flávio Bolsonaro has taken a narrow lead over incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil’s first-round presidential vote, forcing a runoff on October 25. Bolsonaro secured 47.03% of the vote (56.1 million votes) compared to Lula’s 45.16% (53.8 million votes). Analysts view Bolsonaro as the strong favorite, aided by a broader far-right surge in congressional and gubernatorial races. Lula, 80, faces a steep climb to overcome this deficit, while Bolsonaro’s victory would solidify a rightward shift in Latin America and strengthen ties with US President Donald Trump.

via The Guardian|

#brazil #election #flavio-bolsonaro

politics7 days ago•3 min saved

Brazil’s 2026 Presidential Race Heads to Runoff After Flávio Bolsonaro’s Surprise First-Round Lead

Brazil’s 2026 presidential election will proceed to a runoff on October 25 after Senator Flávio Bolsonaro and incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva failed to secure a majority in the first round. Bolsonaro led with 47.45% of the vote, outperforming pre-election polls, while Lula received 44.66%. The result signals a shift toward the right in Latin America, with right-wing parties gaining significant legislative seats. The campaign was defined by corruption scandals, economic anxiety, and international tensions, particularly regarding US interference and tariffs. Both candidates now face a three-week campaign to win over moderate voters in a highly polarized electorate.

via The Guardian|

#bolsonaro #brazil #election

politics7 days ago•2 min saved

Brazil’s Presidential Race Heads to Runoff After Flávio Bolsonaro’s Surprise First-Round Lead

Brazilians voted on October 4, 2026, in a highly polarized presidential election. Senator Flávio Bolsonaro led incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in early results, but neither candidate secured the 50% majority required to win outright. The race will proceed to a runoff on October 25. The campaign was defined by corruption scandals, economic anxiety, and accusations of US interference. Lula emphasized national sovereignty, while Flávio Bolsonaro focused on security and aligned with right-wing global figures. Voter fatigue and deep polarization characterized the electorate.

via The Guardian|

#brazil #election #flavio-bolsonaro

politics8 days ago•128 min saved

Brazilian frontrunners skip final TV debate amid court rulings and tight polls

The final televised presidential debate in Brazil was canceled on October 2, 2026, just three days before the first-round vote. Incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro both withdrew, citing legal uncertainties and strategic caution. Lula appeared on a podcast instead, while Bolsonaro accused the electoral court of censorship. Polls show a tight race, with a runoff likely on October 25.

via AP News|

#bolsonaro #brazil #election

politics9 days ago•46 min saved

District 8 frontrunner Yekutiel quits race after new assault claims trigger mass endorsement withdrawal

Manny Yekutiel, the leading candidate for San Francisco District 8 supervisor, withdrew from the race on October 1, 2026, following a new sexual assault allegation. The claim, reported by The San Francisco Standard, involves an incident at a 2023 Pride party. Mayor Daniel Lurie and six city supervisors immediately rescinded their endorsements. Yekutiel denied the specific incident but apologized for potentially crossing boundaries. His exit leaves Gary McCoy as the favorite to win the seat.

via Mission Local|

#district-8 #election #manny-yekutiel

politics14 days ago•1 min saved

Lula Bans Online Betting and Launches Debt Auction Ahead of Brazilian Election

Brazilian President Lula da Silva signed an executive order banning online betting and launching a massive debt relief program just days before the October 4 presidential election. The ban, which reverses a regulatory framework established less than two years ago, takes immediate effect but requires congressional approval within 120 days to remain in force. Simultaneously, the government announced a 15 billion reais initiative to purchase and restructure household debt at steep discounts, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on voters. While Lula frames these moves as urgent public health and economic measures, opponents and industry groups criticize them as politically motivated tactics that will drive users to illegal markets and harm football sponsorship revenue.

via NBC News|

#brazil #economy #election

politics15 days ago•2 min saved

Lula’s Pre-Election Gamble: Brazil’s Sudden Ban on Online Betting

President Lula da Silva signed an executive order banning online betting in Brazil, effective immediately ahead of the October 4 election. The move reverses a regulatory framework established in 2025, with betting sites to go offline by October 6. Bettors must withdraw funds by October 5, while operators face potential criminal penalties. Industry groups are preparing legal challenges, and the ban requires congressional approval within 120 days to remain in force.

via Courthouse News|

#brazil #election #gambling

politics15 days ago•2 min saved

Lula Signs Emergency Ban on Online Gambling Amid Tight Brazilian Election

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed a provisional order banning online casinos and sports betting, effective immediately ahead of the October 4 presidential election. The move, which Lula described as removing a 'cancer' on household finances, faces opposition from betting firms and football clubs, while critics call it a populist electoral tactic. Bettors have until October 5 to withdraw funds, with sites blocking access by October 6.

via BBC|

#bolsonaro #brazil #election

world20 days ago•134 min saved

Kremlin Extends Parliament Dominance as Opposition Is Barred

In a tightly controlled parliamentary vote, the Kremlin extended its dominance as United Russia won the majority, while the liberal Yabloko party was barred from the ballot and anti-war candidates fared poorly; OSCE observers were not invited, and analysts say public appetite for peace is growing but not reflected in this election amid ongoing Ukrainian attacks and war context.

via AP News|

#election #kremlin #osce

politics20 days ago•7 min saved

Trump’s Poll Slump, Austin Shooting, and Jury Scrutiny Shape Today’s Headlines

NBC News poll shows Trump’s approval at 41% amid concerns about rising prices and a weak economy, signaling GOP headwinds as Democrats hold a 50-45 edge in Congress. In other headlines, an ICE officer shot a Venezuelan DoorDash driver in Austin during a vehicle pursuit, and scrutiny of a holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy trial raises concerns about a chilling effect on juries.

via NBC News|

#election #immigration #politics

politics24 days ago•20 min saved

Hochul Defends NY Energy Rebate Checks Amid Election-Year Criticism

Gov. Kathy Hochul defends up to $200 energy rebate checks being mailed to more than 8 million New York households to ease rising energy costs, while critics say the timing is political with Election Day approaching; Hochul said she would continue to put money back in people’s pockets and discussed the program on Inside City Hall.

via Spectrum News NY1|

#election #energy-bills #energy-rebate

politics27 days ago•3 min saved

Sweden's election hangs on late ballots as left bloc leads

With about 94% of votes counted and turnout around 80%, Sweden's general election remains too close to call, with the left-wing bloc led by the Social Democrats ahead by roughly 20,000 votes and holding 176 seats to the right-wing coalition's 173; final results will depend on late ballots and overseas votes, and the path to a clear majority remains uncertain.

via BBC|

#election #magdalena-andersson #politics

politics27 days ago•4 min saved

Sweden's election hangs on a knife-edge amid potential far-right coalition

Sweden's general election is too close to call after early results, with exit polls initially favoring the left but SVT and TV4 forecasts showing a razor-thin split that could allow PM Ulf Kristersson to stay in power if he assembles a government including the Sweden Democrats. The outcome will shape coalition dynamics and policy directions on immigration and defense, and determine how much influence the far right wields in Swedish governance.

via politico.eu|

#coalition #election #far-right