Norway's top court to hear appeal in landmark oilfield climate case
Norway's government asks the Supreme Court to overturn rulings that invalidated oilfield permits over climate impact concerns.
Polity & Governance
Russia Downs 269 Ukrainian Drones; Kyiv Faces $27 Billion Defense Gap
Russia says it shot down 269 Ukrainian drones in 12 hours. Ukraine cites a $27 billion defense deficit and seeks EU aid.
Kazakhstan votes in first elections under new single-chamber parliament
Kazakhstan held its first parliamentary elections under a new constitution, with President Tokayev voting and expressing hopes for the new Kurultai.
Zelenskiy Warns Wartime Election Could 'Destroy' Ukraine
Zelenskiy says a wartime election would split and destroy Ukraine, citing legal bans and public opinion favoring a post-war vote.
Kazakh President Tokayev casts ballot in landmark parliamentary vote
Kazakhstan's President Tokayev voted in parliamentary elections, expected to consolidate his power under new constitutional changes.
Kazakhstan votes in election set to cement Tokayev's control
Kazakhstan holds parliamentary elections expected to strengthen President Tokayev's grip on power amid economic strain and press crackdowns.
Sinaloa Governor Rocha Seeks Leave Again After US Indictment Uproar
Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha, facing US cartel charges, requests another leave after his return sparked political backlash.
Tel Aviv Rally Highlights Deep Divisions Ahead of Israeli Elections
Hundreds gathered in Tel Aviv for a weekly anti-government protest, voicing concerns over Gaza policy and academic freedom ahead of October elections.
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, Trailblazing US Senator from Kansas, Dies at 94
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, the first woman elected to the US Senate without following a spouse, has died at 94.
Takaichi defends long hours at official residence, calls it a workplace
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi explains using her official residence as a workplace, citing efficiency and emergency readiness, amid criticism over extreme work hours.
Putin Vows Elections Will Continue Across Russia 'Even in Most Difficult Conditions'
President Putin told the United Russia congress that elections will be held nationwide, praising war veterans as candidates.
Nebraska's 'blue dot' district faces a pivotal midterm test
A rare Nebraska district that backed Harris in 2024 is now the focus of a competitive House race, testing Trump's influence.
Trump tariffs cool Quebec's separatist fervour ahead of provincial vote
US tariffs and annexation threats have pushed support for Quebec independence to a decades-low of 30%, prompting separatist leaders to shelve referendum plans.
Ed Martin exits Justice Department to lead election legal fights
Ed Martin, a controversial Trump loyalist, departs the Justice Department to focus on election-related legal battles ahead of the midterms and 2028.
Chief Justice Roberts Allows Trump Ballroom Work to Proceed for Now
Chief Justice Roberts temporarily allows White House ballroom construction to continue as the Supreme Court considers the administration's appeal.
Bolivia removes economy minister after congressional censure
Bolivia's government replaces economy minister Jose Gabriel Espinoza after Congress censured him, deepening a political crisis over austerity and IMF talks.
Zambia Police Summon Opposition Leader as Post-Election Tensions Rise
Zambian police have summoned opposition leader Brian Mundubile for questioning over alleged national security threats, escalating a post-election dispute.
Imran Khan's Hospital Transfer Sparks Allegations of Court Order Violation
Imran Khan's family and party allege authorities violated a Supreme Court order by taking him to a government hospital instead of a private facility for medical checks.
Iceland Heads to Polls in Referendum on Restarting EU Talks
Iceland votes on whether to restart EU membership talks, with polls opening at 0900 GMT and results expected overnight.
Swiss voters lean against stricter neutrality in new poll
A second poll finds 54% of Swiss voters oppose a stricter neutrality proposal, which would ban NATO cooperation and sanctions.