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PoliticsOct 6Former German spy chief arrested on espionage charges. He made at least seven trips to Russia after leaving office.Meduza [en]
PoliticsOct 6California officials condemn Trump for saying Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San DiegoCalifornia officials denounced President Donald Trump for saying that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles or San Diego, calling his remarks “deranged” and “irresponsible.”NBC News
PoliticsOct 6The Democratic pastor turning ruby-red Kansas into a Senate battlegroundKansas hasn't elected a Democratic senator in over 90 years, but new polling shows a dead-heat race between Republican incumbent Roger Marshall and Democrat Reverend Adam Hamilton. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.CBS News
PoliticsOct 6INEC receives Certified True Copy of Supreme Court judgement on Electoral Act provisionsThe Supreme Court judgment concerns Sections 77(5), 77(6), 77(7) and 84(2) of the Electoral Act 2026, which regulate political parties’ membership registers and the nomination of candidates for elective positions. The post INEC receives Certified True Copy of Supreme Court judgement on Electoral Act provisions appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 62027: Middle-aged voters dominate Nigeria’s 103m voter register – INECINEC says the voter register grew to 103 million registered voters after three phases of the Continuous Voter Registration exercise conducted between August 2025 and July 2026. The post 2027: Middle-aged voters dominate Nigeria’s 103m voter register – INEC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 6Thune: ‘No clear path forward’ on permanent daylight savings time legislationSenate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) says there is “no clear path forward” to pass legislation to make daylight saving time year-round despite the strong support the legislation has from President Trump, who has stepped up pressure on GOP senators to move it. “The president feels strongly on it like he does a lot of…The Hill
PoliticsOct 6What Would Europe Do in a Taiwan Crisis?Washington should not take European assistance for granted, especially if states can't agree on how to label Beijing's actions.The Diplomat
PoliticsOct 6Trump uses anti-trans slur to attack woman running against Darline Graham in South CarolinaDr. Annie Andrews is facing Trump-backed Darline Graham in the race for a South Carolina senate seatThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 6CBI raids premises linked to Punjab CM OSD Rajbir Singh GhumanChandigarh: The Central Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday conducted searches at several locations in Punjab, including premises linked to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman… The post CBI raids premises linked to Punjab CM OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman appeared first on The Sunday Guardian .thesundayguardian · india
PoliticsOct 6Vote LaFave for Ogdensburg City CouncilWe support James "Jimmy" LaFave for Ogdensburg City Council. We both worked with Jimmy in the New York State Department of Corrections for more than three decades and saw his dedication, sound ...northcountrynow · united states of america
PoliticsOct 6Spain approves new emergency housing measuresThe Spanish government has approved a pair of emergency housing decrees, including extended eviction protections and limits on property speculation, after major protests rocked Barcelona.DW News [en]
PoliticsOct 6Togo: how Faure Gnassingbé regained control of his electoral strongholds in the NorthAutrefois implantée dans le septentrion togolais, l’opposition y bat désormais de l’aile. Entre intimidations, dissensions et débauchages, analyse des ressorts d’une perte d’influence au profit du parti au pouvoir.Jeune Afrique
PoliticsOct 6Catalan separatist leader Puigdemont set for Spain return after arrest warrant liftedA Spanish judge on Tuesday lifted an arrest warrant for exiled former Catalan separatist leader Carles Puigdemont, paving the way for his return to Spain ahead of a general election in November. Supreme Court judge Pablo Llarena made the move after Spain’s Constitutional Court backed extending a 2024 amnesty law to include the crime of embezzlement. The law was aimed at easing tensions in the wealthy northeastern region following its failed 2017 independence bid, Spain’s worst political crisis...South China Morning Post
PoliticsOct 6Marco Rubio states that Iceland is a "strategic bastion" for securityRubio highlighted Iceland's relevance as a key point for global security, amidst growing US influence in the Arctic. The pact with Greenland strengthens US military presence, while Iceland and the US reinforce ties in energy and defense.Clarín
PoliticsOct 6Two key groups launch Latino voter turnout operation in South TexasThe Voto Latino Foundation and the Hispanic Federation are spending six figures to get voters to the polls in the Rio Grande Valley.NBC News
PoliticsOct 6Von der Leyen turns to Europe’s refineries as shrinking capacity raises energy security concernsEurope wants to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, but while it still relies heavily on oil — particularly diesel — reducing the infrastructure that processes that oil has increased vulnerability during the green transition.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 6South Korea has become one of Russia’s biggest fuel suppliers. Some shipments are arriving on sanctioned tankers.By the end of summer, South Korea had become Russia’s second-largest supplier of petroleum products, and sanctioned tankers were among those used to ship the fuel, The Guardian reported.Meduza [en]
PoliticsOct 6YSRCP leader accuses government of misleading BCs over 34% quotaVenugopala Krishna says a G.O. and celebrations cannot ensure legally valid reservation for BCs in local body electionsThe Hindu
PoliticsOct 6Former German spy chief arrested on suspicion of treason and espionageAl Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 6EU Parliament spat as MEP challenges Metsola’s claims over Israeli flagMEP Rima Hassan says Parliament president made "factually false" claims.Politico Europe
PoliticsOct 6Weeks after expelling him, Mayawati brings back Akash AnandIn a major political development, BSP chief Mayawati has reinstated her nephew Akash Anand as the party’s national convenor, less than a month after expelling him from the organisation. Calling it a decision made in the interest of the BSP and the Bahujan movement, Mayawati said party workers had noticed positive changes in his conduct and working style. The move comes as the BSP prepares for crucial upcoming Assembly elections.The Hindu
PoliticsOct 6How a Boeing 777 is an example of the risks taken and Iran's resilienceThe Trump Administration claims that all Iranian airlines are being 'shut down.' So why is this jumbo jet still flying from Tehran to Southeast Asia?Clarín
PoliticsOct 6Lagos, Kano, Kaduna Lead Top 10 States As INEC Voters’ Register Hits 103 MillionAccording to INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, the 103 million voters now makes Nigeria the largest democracy in Africa. The post Lagos, Kano, Kaduna Lead Top 10 States As INEC Voters’ Register Hits 103 Million appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsOct 6The midterms are an energy election — and here are five places to lookScratch the surface of the year's biggest stories — the Iran war and AI — and both are bound up in the costs of energy.Why it matters: Prices for gasoline, diesel and power are playing a prominent role in some of the tightest races for control of Congress.The war has kept gasoline prices way above $4 per gallon for months, and helped push diesel to record highs.Fairly or unfairly, data centers are getting blamed for rising electricity prices.It's all unfolding as affordability more broadly tops the agenda in races nationwide.Here's a look at how energy politics are playing out in five criticalAxios