Singapore People’s Action Party on track to retain power
Singapore’s ruling party is on track to retain power comfortably, early counting of votes from Friday’s general election showed, but…
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Rodrigo Duterte approves widely opposed anti-terror law
Rodrigo Duterte has approved anti-terror law that grants security forces powers to fight armed groups, but critics say it could…
Belarus President accuses Russia of election meddling
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko says external forces stand behind his opponents, disseminating information to discredit him.
Saudi crown prince MBS pressures ex-intel official’s family over documents
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman seeks access to sensitive documents that are in Saad al-Jabri’s possession, sources say.
Hong Kong legislature passes China national anthem
Hong Kong’s legislature approved a contentious bill that makes it illegal to insult Chinese anthem,critics see as sign of China…
Beijing warns UK interfering HK affairs will backfire
Beijing has warned United Kingdom after Prime Minister Boris Johnson promised sanctuary for three million who may flee Hong Kong.
Governor Ron DeSantis asks court to stay felon voting ruling
Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis gave notice that he will appeal a judge’s decision on voting rights for felons, while…
Russian President changes electoral law to allow remote vote
Russian President approved changes to the country’s electoral law, allowing Russians to vote electronically or by mail in future polls.
Poland plans to propose mail-only presidential election, sources say
Poland coalition plans to propose legislation to allow both postal and in-person voting in a presidential election postponed from last…
France tiptoed out cautiously out of Covid-19 lockdown
France tiptoed out of one of strictest lockdowns,allowing non-essential shops,factories and other businesses to reopen for the first time in…
Italian PM Giuseppe Conte apologies over long welfare delays
Italian PM Conte apologised to millions of struggling Italians who have yet to receive long-promised financial aid meant to help…
New social media rules draw criticism in Pakistan
New social media rules facing criticism as digital activists are considering it as attempt to lift off freedom of expression…