St. Paul Public Schools didn't hold back when it came to convincing voters to support a new tax levy. They spent a whopping $125, 000 to get the word out. This included everything from lawn signs to YouTube videos featuring parents, students, and teachers. They even hired a consultant to help with t
Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, is making a big move. It's holding municipal elections. This is a first step towards something huge: direct national elections. The last time Somalia had direct national elections was way back in 1969. That's over 50 years ago! Since then, things have been different. A
Tarique Rahman, a key figure in Bangladesh's political scene, has come back to Dhaka after a long time away. He left in 2008 and has been living in London. Now, he's back to lead his party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), into the upcoming elections. Rahman's return is a big deal. Thousands
The Central African Republic (CAR) is gearing up for a big vote. President Faustin-Archange Touadera is aiming for a third term. He's got some strong backing from Russia and Rwanda. Plus, he's made deals with rebel groups. This has helped calm things down a bit in the country. Touadera is up agains
In a recent development, the United States has called on all sides in Honduras to accept the results of the presidential election. Nasry Asfura, the candidate from the conservative National Party, was announced as the winner after a lengthy process marked by delays and accusations of wrongdoing. As
Utah's leaders and residents have quite the Christmas wish list this year. From politicians to sports fans, everyone has their eyes on Santa. Gov. Spencer Cox is hoping for a snowy New Year. He's been promoting kindness and respect through his "Disagree Better" campaign. A snowy New Year would be a
In 2025, Georgia saw some significant political events that shaped the state's landscape. One notable event was the resignation of U. S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene from Congress. Greene, once a strong supporter of former President Donald Trump, decided to leave her position on January 5, 2026, foll
Myanmar's military, the Tatmadaw, is trying to gain control through elections after failing to do so through force. The junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, recently urged voters to support candidates who align with the military's interests. This move comes nearly five years after the military took power i
Thailand's political scene is heating up as Anutin Charnvirakul, the current caretaker leader, is set to run for prime minister in the upcoming February elections. His party, Bhumjaithai, has thrown their support behind him, hoping to ride a wave of national pride sparked by recent border tensions w
The 2026 Pro Bowl rosters are out, and several teams and players are making headlines. The Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos, San Francisco 49ers, and Seattle Seahawks are leading the pack with six selections each. This is a big deal because it shows how strong these teams are. The Cowboys, Lions, Ch
