Costa Rica Election: Security and Democracy at Stake
Costa Rica votes amid rising crime and fears of authoritarian shift. Laura Fernández leads polls with 40%, promising hardline security measures.
Category : Elections
Croydon Council: 18 Councillors Step Down in May Elections
A quarter of Croydon's councillors are retiring in May's local elections, including long-serving figures from both Conservative and Labour parties. Voters will also choose the borough's next Executive Mayor.
Labour Review: Coalition Policies Alienated Voters
Labour's election campaign review finds Peter Dutton's aggressive approach and poorly explained policies, including government-owned nuclear power and restrictive work-from-home rules, turned off voters, contributing to Labour's landslide victory.
Japan PM Takaichi Calls Snap Election for February
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolves parliament, calling a snap election for 8 February. She aims to capitalise on high approval ratings and reverse the LDP's electoral fortunes. Read the full analysis.
Portugal's Socialist Seguro to Face Far-Right Ventura in Runoff
Portugal's presidential election heads to a historic runoff on 8 February. Moderate socialist António José Seguro faces far-right Chega leader André Ventura. Discover the implications for Europe.
Uganda's Museveni wins 7th term, calls opponents terrorists
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, 81, secures a seventh term amid accusations of repression and an internet blackout. He labels the opposition 'terrorists' in his victory speech. Read the full report.
Portugal Votes in Tight Presidential Race, Far-Right Eyes Runoff
Portuguese voters head to the polls in a fragmented presidential election, with the far-right Chega party's leader poised to potentially reach a second-round runoff. Follow the latest results and analysis.
Museveni extends 40-year rule as opposition cries fraud
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni secures a sixth term amid opposition claims of a 'fraudulent affair' and a violent state crackdown on protesters. Read the full report.
Museveni wins Uganda election as opponent alleges fraud
Yoweri Museveni secures a seventh term as Uganda's president with over 70% of the vote. Opponent Bobi Wine condemns 'fake results' and alleges kidnapping of polling staff, calling for peaceful protests.
Museveni wins Uganda election, opposition cries fraud
Uganda's long-time leader Yoweri Museveni secures a seventh term with 71% of the vote. Opposition leader Bobi Wine alleges 'massive ballot stuffing' and military raids. Read the latest developments.
Uganda election violence kills seven amid voter suppression claims
At least seven dead as Uganda's presidential election descends into violence. President Museveni set for fifth decade in power amid opposition fraud allegations. Read the full report.
Judge Blocks US Bid for California Voter Information
A US federal judge has dismissed a Justice Department lawsuit seeking sensitive California voter data, ruling the move threatened democracy. Read the full analysis.
Tories risk irrelevance if they keep losing London
Political commentator John Oxley warns the Conservative Party faces an existential crisis if it fails to win back London's voters in the 2026 local elections. Read the analysis.
Satirical Candidate Vieira Shakes Up Portugal's Election
In a crowded Portuguese presidential race, satirical candidate Candidato Vieira promises Ferraris and wine on tap to mobilise imagination against political apathy. Discover how his absurd campaign mirrors rising anti-establishment sentiment.
Museveni leads Uganda poll as violence reported
Early results show Yoweri Museveni ahead in Uganda's presidential election. Reports of violence and an internet blackout mar the vote as challenger Bobi Wine alleges fraud.
Far-Right Leaders Back Orbán in Hungarian Election Campaign
Viktor Orbán releases campaign video featuring endorsements from Giorgia Meloni, Marine Le Pen, and Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Hungary's 12 April election. Read the full analysis.
2026 Local Elections: Over a Third of Councils Seek Delay
Sky News analysis reveals over a third of councils offered a delay to May 2026 elections have requested one, with 18 of the 24 being Labour-led. Find out if your council is affected.
Uganda votes under internet blackout, military deployed
Uganda holds a tense election with an internet blackout and military on streets as pop star-turned-politician Bobi Wine faces President Museveni. Read the latest from Kampala.
30 Councils Ask to Postpone May Local Elections
Dozens of English councils have requested to delay May's local elections amid a government reorganisation, potentially disenfranchising millions. Discover the full list and the political fallout.
Museveni defends internet shutdown as Uganda votes
President Yoweri Museveni, 81, tells Sky News why he wants five more years, defends internet blackout and targeting opponent Bobi Wine. Exclusive interview from Kampala.
Legal Challenge Filed Against California's Prop 50
A new lawsuit challenges California's Proposition 50, alleging it creates an unfair congressional redistricting process. Discover the legal arguments and potential national impact.
Supreme Court Allows GOP Mail-In Ballot Challenge
The US Supreme Court has revived a Republican congressman's lawsuit against an Illinois law permitting mail-in ballots to be counted up to two weeks after election day. Read the full analysis.
Uganda votes as Museveni faces challenge from Bobi Wine
Ugandans vote in an election pitting President Yoweri Museveni against pop star-turned-politician Bobi Wine. Analysts expect Museveni to extend his 40-year rule despite allegations of fraud and an internet blackout. Follow the latest developments.
Ex-Rep Mary Peltola Launches US Senate Bid in Alaska
Former Democratic Representative Mary Peltola announces run for US Senate in Alaska, challenging Republican Dan Sullivan. Her campaign focuses on local issues like fishing and affordability.
Myanmar Junta's Second Election Phase Criticised as Sham
Myanmar's military holds second stage of widely condemned election. UN and West decry process as neither free nor fair amid civil war and suppressed opposition. Read the latest analysis.
Trump-Pardoned Jan 6 Defendant Runs for Florida Office
Adam Johnson, who served 75 days for his role in the US Capitol riot and was pardoned by Donald Trump, files to run for Manatee County Commission. Read his controversial campaign story.
Electoral Commission pilots AI to fight deepfakes in elections
The UK's Electoral Commission is testing AI software to detect deepfake content ahead of Scottish and Welsh elections. It also seeks new legal powers to force social media takedowns of hoax material.
Josh Shapiro announces re-election campaign
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a rising Democratic star, has announced his bid for a second term. The move is widely seen as a crucial step towards a potential 2028 presidential run.
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt runs for LA mayor
Reality TV personality Spencer Pratt announces his campaign for Los Angeles mayor, criticising city leadership over wildfire response. Read his platform and the crowded field he joins.
Deeming faces preselection challenge in Victorian Liberal shake-up
Exclusive: Victorian Liberal MPs Moira Deeming and Ann-Marie Hermans face internal preselection challenges ahead of the November state election. Key figures and factions clash for upper house spots.
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