Israel's election is on a knife-edge. Here's what to know about the seismic vote

Years of war, political turmoil and the fallout from October 7 have transformed Israel's political landscape. [...]

'You won't hear us coming': Police surveillance is ramping up across Australia

Police forces across the country are increasingly integrating drones into their operations, concerning rights organisations. [...]

Venezuela's most prominent opposition leader returns home from exile

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's return puts her back at the centre of the country's notoriously stormy politics. [...]

Brazil rejects Bolsonaro heir to re-elect Lula in closely fought election

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula Da Silva has narrowly won a fourth term over Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. [...]

Robodebt recommendations not followed, outcomes 'unfair' under aged care algorithm

A year after its rollout, the public is in the dark on the Integrated Assessment Tool, with calls for human overrides. [...]

Student-led movement ends ruling party's 14-year grip on Serbian politics

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's ruling populist party could not overcome a stiff electoral challenge from the surging Student List. [...]

Presidential vote in Bulgaria heads to runoff amid Black Sea security fears

Experts said the very low voter turnout expressed frustration "with the very functioning of democracy" among Bulgarian citizens. [...]

'A stone in our hearts': MPs pause for emotional tribute to Helen Haines

Parliament united behind the independent MP as colleagues shared messages of support and admiration. [...]

'Lightning in a bottle': The unlikely election issue aligning Trump voters with Democrats

Experts say they’ve never seen an issue soar to prominence so quickly — and it could have major implications. [...]

Houthis claim strikes on a major Saudi Arabian airport hours after flights resumed

Riyadh's international airport is due to reopen after a two-week closure following Houthi strikes. [...]

Serbians face a choice between the populist right and the student protest movement

Serbians are voting after nearly two years of anti-corruption protests. [...]

A new twist in the starry mystery behind one of the world's most famous paintings

Scientists put on their detective hats on to investigate a puzzle surrounding Vincent van Gogh's most iconic work. [...]