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Brazil Senate Shortens Workweek to 40 Hours, Boosting Lula Ahead of Runoff
The constitutional amendment will eliminate the six‑day work schedule that has 16 million workers on a 44‑hour week, giving Lula a political advantage.
Elections
Elections, campaigns and results.
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Supreme Court lets GOP keep cheaper TV ad rates for 2026 election
The ruling delays the FCC’s review of a policy that would give party committees cheaper TV advertising rates, a move that favors Republican candidates.
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Trump rallies Arizona voters ahead of midterms
The president also highlighted new energy and semiconductor deals while supporting Republican Rep. Andy Biggs in a bid to flip the state’s governor’s mansion.
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Trump visits Alaska for campaign rally amid tight Senate race
The president's 3,400‑mile trip to Alaska was intended to boost support for incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan in a race that could flip the seat.
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Trump to Campaign in Kansas to Boost Senator Marshall
The Republican National Committee has also hired former Trump operative Chris Grant to serve as senior adviser to Marshall’s campaign.
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Supreme Court blocks Trump mail-in voting rules before midterms
The unsigned order keeps existing postal voting rules in place; Trump attacked the ruling but the White House said it will comply.
Sports·
FIFA accused of pressuring members over Infantino vote
Former FIFA vice president Prince Ali claims the federation is using financial leverage to secure support for Gianni Infantino's re-election bid.
Politics·
Progressive El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary
Abdul El-Sayed defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in a tight Democratic primary, setting up a November race against former Rep. Mike Rogers.
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MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell resigns to run for Minnesota governor
Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow and a prominent Trump ally, resigns his corporate role to focus on his gubernatorial campaign in Minnesota.
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Kansas voters reject GOP-backed measure to elect Supreme Court justices
The amendment, placed on the August 5 primary ballot by the Republican-controlled Legislature, was rejected, preserving the governor's appointment system.
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Michigan GOP picks John James to face Benson for governor
Republican Rep. John James will face Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in Michigan's November gubernatorial election after winning the GOP primary.
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Pakistan-administered Kashmir election marred by protests and boycott
Second round of regional elections held under internet blackout and calls for boycott after deadly clashes over refugee seat allocations.
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