The China Mail - Politics

Featured

Brazil voting extended in tight race between Lula, Bolsonaro

Brazil's Supreme Court extended voting time for two hours in a knife-edge election race Sunday between right-wing senator Flavio Bolsonaro and leftist incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who complained that citizens were unable to reach polling stations due to transport problems.

'Marine has to win': Le Pen supporters fear for France's future

Wrapped in the French tricolour, Loic Le Tourneau was among thousands of supporters who flocked on Sunday to see far-right leader Marine Le Pen officially launch her presidential campaign.

Last news

In Brazil, a dirty vote campaign ends with colorful rallies

Thousands of cheering supporters poured into the streets of Brazil Saturday for final rallies on the eve of a knife-edge electoral showdown between Jair Bolsonaro and rival Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva that is seen as too close to call.

Clashes as thousands march in France against agro industry water 'grab'

Thousands of demonstrators defied an official ban to march on Saturday against the deployment of new water storage infrastructure for agricultural irrigation in western France, according to organisers.

Bolsonaro feted at final rally ahead of cliffhanger Brazil vote

Thousands of cheering supporters chanted "legend, legend," as Brazil's far-right President Jair Bolsonaro held a motorcycle rally Saturday in a final race for votes on the eve of divisive election seen as too close to call.

UN ups troop alert as DR Congo rebels take more ground

Rebels seized more territory in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday, prompting the UN peacekeeping mission to increase its "troop alert level" and boost support for the army.

Russia suspends participation in Ukraine grain deal

Russia on Saturday suspended its participation in a landmark agreement that allowed vital grain exports from Ukraine, blaming alleged drone attacks on Russian ships in Crimea.

Somalia car bombs kill at least nine

At least nine people, including children, died on Saturday in twin car bomb attacks targeting Somalia's education ministry in the capital Mogadishu, security officers and witnesses said.

UN steps up troop alert as DR Congo rebels take more territory

Rebels seized more territory in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday, prompting the UN peacekeeping mission to increase its "troop alert level" and boost support for the army.

Iran protests swell, as Guards chief says stay home

Protests over Mahsa Amini's death spread Saturday in universities across Iran, even as the commander of the powerful Revolutionary Guards told them: "Do not come to the streets".

Russia says repelled Ukraine drone attack on Crimea fleet

The Russian army accused Ukraine of a "massive" drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet in Crimea on Saturday, claiming the UK helped in the strike that damaged a ship.

UN steps up 'troop alert level' in DR Congo

The UN peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday announced an increase in its "troop alert level" following deadly clashes with rebels in the east.

Brazil rivals stage final rallies ahead of cliffhanger vote

Brazil's presidential candidates will hold their final rallies Saturday in a scramble for votes on the eve of a white-knuckle election that has deeply polarized Latin America's largest economy.

Artillery battles engulf Ukraine's southern front

The thrill of a precise artillery strike was fading as the Ukrainian defenders of the last village before the invading Russians cowered for safety in the shattered remains of a school.

Xi invokes Mao in visit to cradle of Communist revolution

Dressed in matching navy windbreakers and flanking President Xi Jinping, China's freshly appointed top leadership this week made their first group outing to the Communist Party's "holy land".

Facing uncertain future, Ukrainians struggle to adapt in Germany

In her previous life in southern Ukraine, Tetiana Chepeliova was an accountant.

Viagra, exorcism and lies: Brazil's testy final election debate

The word "liar" rang out dozens of times Friday night in a bitter final debate that also featured mentions of exorcism and Viagra, as Brazil's presidential rivals made a last-ditch bid for votes two days before a run-off election.

Bolsonaro, Lula on the attack in final debate for Brazil vote

Far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro and leftist ex-president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva repeatedly slammed each other as liars in a final debate Friday night that touched on the economy, corruption and foreign policy only two days before Brazil's run-off elections.

In Jordan camp, a new generation of Syrians born in exile

Ten years after fleeing war in her native Syria, Hadeel is expecting a third child, brought into a life of poverty and uncertainty at the Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan.

Brazil's comedians see perfect timing 'to make people laugh'

A divisive election duel has Brazilians on edge and sometimes depressed, but for comedian Fabio Porchat, it's the perfect time to break out the jokes.

Brazil runoff: 3 key factors

Charisma and campaign strategy won't be the only things in play when Brazil's far-right President Jair Bolsonaro and leftist challenger Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva face off in a polarizing runoff election Sunday.

Biden will attend COP27 climate summit: White House

US President Joe Biden will attend next month's COP27 United Nations climate summit in Egypt, the White House said Friday, vowing he would "highlight the need for the world to act."

Poland picks US firm to build 1st nuclear power station: PM

Poland on Friday picked US firm Westinghouse to build its first nuclear power station, as the country bids to shore up its energy security at a time of soaring tensions with Russia over Ukraine.

Intruder hunting US politician Pelosi attacks her husband with hammer

An intruder attacked the husband of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a hammer, fracturing his skull, after breaking into their California home on Friday in search of her.

Avengers assemble for Brazil's knife-edge election

Hollywood's biggest superheroes flew into Brazil's election Friday, as the "Avengers" answered calls for help from supporters of presidential challenger Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Ukraine braces for more power cuts, as Russia hits call-up target

Four million people across Ukraine have been hit by power cuts due to Russia's bombing campaign, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday, as officials in the capital Kyiv warned of "unprecedented" outages.

UK govt says will call N.Irish elections 'within 12 weeks'

The British government said on Friday it would call elections in Northern Ireland within 12 weeks, the second time since May, after UK and local lawmakers failed to resolve a standoff over post-Brexit trade rules.

Intruder attacks husband of top US Democrat with hammer

An intruder attacked the husband of the US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a hammer after breaking into their California home Friday, police said, leaving him needing hospital treatment.

US urges Kosovo to delay license plate move angering Serbs

The United States on Friday pressed Kosovo to delay a requirement that the Serb minority switch to government license plates, charging that the Western-backed state has been uncomprising.

Russia says mobilised 300,000 reservists after Ukraine defeats

Russia said Friday that 300,000 reservists have been called up, with Moscow fighting to turn the tide after defeats in Ukraine have left the key southern city of Kherson in Kyiv's sights.

Nigeria beefs up security after US, UK 'terror' warning

Nigeria on Friday said it had beefed up security and called for the public to be vigilant but calm after the United States and Britain warned of a high "terror" threat in the capital Abuja.

Kenya charges police with crimes against humanity over 2017 violence

In a landmark decision, Kenyan prosecutors said on Friday they would charge police officers with crimes against humanity over a deadly crackdown on post-election protests in 2017.

Stock markets recover from tech results shock

Stock markets recovered Friday from the shock of disappointing earnings reports of giant tech firms that added to fears of a global recession according to traders.

Dissident Russian writer vows to keep speaking out

Dissident Russian writer Dmitry Glukhovsky insists he will not stop speaking out against Moscow, despite facing years in jail after being charged over criticism of the war in Ukraine.

‹
1
2
...
1117
1118
1119
...
1350
1351
›

The China Mail - Politics (English)