politics
Lula Holds Three-Point Lead Over Flávio Bolsonaro in Runoff Poll
Lula leads Flávio Bolsonaro by 48% to 45% in a potential presidential runoff, according to a new poll. The result remains within the margin of error, however, as competing surveys show Brazil divided almost evenly before the first-round vote on October 4.
When Merit Becomes Privilege: Abhijeet Dipke’s Dangerous Argument
Abhijeet Dipke says high scores often reflect privilege rather than individual merit. The argument identifies real inequalities but turns corrosive when it dismisses discipline and achievement. India must widen opportunity without teaching successful students to apologise for succeeding.
Morocco Appoints Fatima Zahra Mansouri as First Woman Prime Minister
Morocco has appointed Fatima Zahra Mansouri as its first woman prime minister after her party won the parliamentary election. The former urban planning minister must now build a coalition while confronting unemployment, inflation and pressure over World Cup spending.
UK Faces Questions After Airbase Terror Suspects Granted Bail
Five British men arrested over a suspected terrorist plot near RAF Fairford have been released on strict police bail. The decision has raised public and political questions, although police say the investigation into possible foreign-state involvement remains active.
Meloni’s Coalition Defeats New Far-Right Rival in Calabria Vote
Giorgia Meloni’s governing coalition has retained a parliamentary seat in Calabria, defeating the first electoral challenge from Roberto Vannacci’s National Future. The result strengthens the coalition, although low turnout limits its value as a national forecast.
One in Eight Haitians Driven From Home as Violence Spreads
Nearly 1.5 million Haitians, about 12% of the population, are now displaced, and nearly 80% are outside Port-au-Prince as gang violence spreads into once-safe regions. With hurricane season underway, US deportations rising and aid less than half funded, the crisis is growing on every front.
90 Days to Havana? Inside America's Cuba War Planning
The US Army Reserve is assessing whether it can supply military police, medical and logistics units to Southern Command within 90–120 days, in planning officials link to Cuba. No deployment orders exist, but it follows months of sanctions, an oil blockade and Trump's vow that Havana 'will fall'.
Argentine Deputy Denies Cocaine Use in Viral Session Video
Argentine provincial deputy Juan Manuel Rossi has denied using cocaine during a legislative session, saying the object near his nose was a pen. The viral clip came from an official broadcast and shows no visible drugs, while Rossi has offered to take a toxicology test.
Why the Election Commission Appointment Process Is Before the Supreme Court
India’s Election Commission appointment process faces a constitutional test over a law giving the government two seats on the three-member selection panel. A divided Supreme Court has now placed the challenge before the Chief Justice for consideration by a larger bench.
Greenland Deal Gives US Two Additional Arctic Military Sites
The United States plans to establish two additional military sites in Greenland, expanding its Arctic footprint after months of pressure over the territory. The agreement gives Washington greater strategic access to the increasingly contested region.
Ramzan Kadyrov Wins Fifth Term in Chechnya With 99.85% Vote
Ramzan Kadyrov has secured a fifth term as Chechnya’s leader with 99.85% of the vote, according to official results. The near-unanimous outcome reinforces his grip on the Russian republic.
US Prepares Sweeping Sanctions Targeting International Criminal Court
The United States is preparing sweeping sanctions against the International Criminal Court, potentially targeting the institution itself. The measures could disrupt its banking, payroll and technology services as Washington presses it to abandon cases involving American and Israeli officials.