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Backlash over 'tough love' plan for forced youth rehab

Backlash over 'tough love' plan for forced youth rehab

As voters prepare to head to the polls in one state, the government is promising to lock up and rehabilitate young criminals in its latest law-and-order pledge.

Israeli president picks Eisenkot to form government

Israeli president picks Eisenkot to form government

Israeli president picks Eisenkot to form government

Israeli president picks Eisenkot to form government

President Isaac Herzog has given Gadi ‌Eisenkot the first chance to try to form a government following a deadlocked Israeli election.

National ahead but rueing 'bittersweet' NZ election

National ahead but rueing 'bittersweet' NZ election

National ahead but rueing 'bittersweet' NZ election

National ahead but rueing 'bittersweet' NZ election

At least three National ministers won't be returning to parliament, creating vacancies at the heart of Chris Luxon's government if it wins a second term.

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National claims pathway to power in tight NZ election

National claims pathway to power in tight NZ election

The outcome of the New Zealand election will not be known until November 27 after election night counting failed to produce a clear winner.

Greens deny 'identity crisis' ahead of state election

Greens deny 'identity crisis' ahead of state election

The Greens are looking to turn frustration with the major parties into votes at an upcoming state election and double their seats in both houses.

US cost-of-living punishment a warning for all leaders

US cost-of-living punishment a warning for all leaders

Australians shouldn't expect much relief out of the US midterm elections but the results paint a grim picture for governments battling cost-of-living pressures.

Arcane campaign blackout takes effect in New Zealand

Arcane campaign blackout takes effect in New Zealand

New Zealand electoral laws ban campaigning and media reporting on election day before 7pm, when polling places close.

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Luxon asks Kiwis for more time as NZ election day looms

Luxon asks Kiwis for more time as NZ election day looms

Luxon asks Kiwis for more time as NZ election day looms

Luxon asks Kiwis for more time as NZ election day looms

New Zealanders have reached the end of what veteran MP Winston Peters described as the "worst election campaign" in his 48-year political career.

Rocky start for the 'Jess Express' on maiden outing

Rocky start for the 'Jess Express' on maiden outing

Rocky start for the 'Jess Express' on maiden outing

Rocky start for the 'Jess Express' on maiden outing

It's been a bumpy start on the first official day of the election tour for the Victorian Liberal Party after its campaign bus hit part of a shopfront.

Israel president to pick candidate to form government

Israel president to pick candidate to form government

Israel president to pick candidate to form government

Israel president to pick candidate to form government

Neither Prime Minister Netanyahu nor Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief, have secured a clear path to a majority in the Israeli parliament.

'Trump-style politics': AI election campaigning slammed

'Trump-style politics': AI election campaigning slammed

'Trump-style politics': AI election campaigning slammed

'Trump-style politics': AI election campaigning slammed

A minor party has called for laws to guard against the spread of AI-generated election material after tit-for-tat social media posts from rival parties.

Sexist sledge mars final days of New Zealand campaign

Sexist sledge mars final days of New Zealand campaign

Sexist sledge mars final days of New Zealand campaign

Sexist sledge mars final days of New Zealand campaign

New Zealand's election campaign is entering its final 48 hours, including a crunch multi-party debate.

Trump fails to read the room after epic election loss

Trump fails to read the room after epic election loss

Trump fails to read the room after epic election loss

Trump fails to read the room after epic election loss

Donald Trump has doubled down on his renovation fixation, emerging after his party's humiliating midterm defeat to show off the new White House ballroom.

Trump admits Iran war part blame for Democrat spanking

Trump admits Iran war part blame for Democrat spanking

Trump admits Iran war part blame for Democrat spanking

Trump admits Iran war part blame for Democrat spanking

The stunning midterm election smack-down to Donald Trump as he heads into his final two years in office appeared to stun even the most optimistic Democrats.

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One Nation alleged attack 'not politically motivated'

A bruising attack which left a One Nation volunteer bloodied and broken outside his home was not politically motivated, police say.

Swarbrick eyeing deputy PM for high-flying NZ Greens

The Greens are polling at record highs and unafraid to talk up their policy ambition should the left bloc win the New Zealand election.

US Congress control at stake as midterms voting begins

Polling places have begun opening in the US for midterm elections, as voters decide who controls Congress and deliver a verdict on President Donald Trump.

Volunteer allegedly attacked over One Nation signs

The alleged bashing of a One Nation volunteer has been condemned by political leaders and cast a troubling shadow over the lead-up to a state election.

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US midterms to bring 'big economic consequences' home

Jim Chalmers has signalled Australians could be impacted by the outcome of the US midterm elections, no matter the outcome at the ballot box.

Chipper Hipkins sees stars aligning for NZ Labour

He was once considered a preferred prime minister by just 0.3 per cent of New Zealanders but Chris Hipkins is taking the 2026 election to the wire.

Trump to give final poll pitch at problem-plagued pool

After a weekend rally about-face, US President Donald Trump is making his closing pitch for the midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

One Nation policy costings blackout 'deprives' voters

Loyal voters are unlikely to abandon One Nation over its refusal to release policy costings, but experts warn the secrecy deprives the broader public.

NZ First's Winston Peters tapping One Nation's well

The 81-year-old New Zealand foreign minister is vying for a 14th term as an MP and put immigration at the centre of his election bid.

Labor tries to numb poll pain with dental sweetener

Free dental care and workplace safety have taken centre stage ahead of a state poll as leaders trade insults over potential debates.

Liberals surge in polls as leader signs up for debate

Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson has agreed to a four-way debate ahead of the state election as her party enjoys a bump in support in fresh polling.

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