Namibia Election: What to Know

Voters head to the polls on Wednesday in the latest test for one of southern Africa’s liberation parties, which have been rebuked at the ballot box this year.

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What You Might Know (and Not Know) on Election Night

Declaring a winner may take some time.

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Is Namibia going to elect its first female leader?

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Is Namibia going to elect its first female leader?

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is the candidate for the dominant Swapo party but its popularity has waned.

What to know about inflation before Election Day

The economy is a top voting issue in the 2024 elections and voter feelings about inflation and costs may differ from what data shows about the country's economic health. CBS MoneyWatch associate ...

Here's what to know about election security

The FBI says two fake videos online claim to be from the agency, but they are not. One is about election security, while the other is about Vice President Kamala Harris' husband, Doug Emhoff. U.S. ...

What to know about abortion on the ballot this Election Day

The overturn of Roe v. Wade has made abortion rights a key issue in this election cycle with 10 states putting abortion access questions on their general election ballots this Election Day. CBS ...

Ireland to Hold Snap General Election: What to Know

The Republic of Ireland will hold a general election on Nov. 29, after Prime Minister Simon Harris dissolved parliament on Friday.

World - The New York Times - November 8

What to know about the presidential race with Election Day one week away

Republican strategist and CBS News political contributor Leslie Sanchez breaks down the presidential race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump as the campaigns ...

What to know about the Supreme Court's voter decision before Election Day

The Supreme Court decided to let Virginia remove around 1,600 alleged noncitizens from its voter registration rolls less than a week before Election Day. CBS News Supreme Court and legal producer ...

What Georgia election officials want voters to know about 2020 claims

Georgia election officials Brad Raffensperger and Gabriel Sterling were among the Republicans pushing back against claims of fraud in 2020. They're still fighting against conspiracy theories.

What to know about polls in final push to Election Day

CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto breaks down where the polls stand with Election Day just one day away.

What you need to know about Election Day exit polls

Exit polls are surveys conducted as voters leave their polling places.

What to know about new polls, fresh Election Day data

CBS News will receive fresh polling data throughout Election Day. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto previews what to expect as more information becomes available.

What you need to know about the US 2024 presidential election

Trying to understand it for the first time or need a refresher? This guide can help.

Trump Media released earnings on Election Day. Here's what to know.

Trump Media & Technology Group's main asset is the social media app Truth Social. Here's how it's performing.

Donald Trump projected to win 2024 presidential election. Here's what to know

CBS News projects former President Donald Trump to win the 2024 presidential election, surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed. Trump won multiple battleground states, including Georgia and ...

What to Know About Trump’s New York Criminal Case After the Election

Donald J. Trump, the first felon elected president, has a sentencing scheduled for Nov. 26. He has many ways to avoid punishment.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

What to Know About COP29 and How the U.S. Election Affects Climate Talks

Diplomats and leaders from around the world are gathering for annual climate negotiations. Here’s what they’re all about and what Donald Trump’s victory means for the meeting.

World - The New York Times - November 9

What to Know About Trump Media Now That the Election Is Over

Truth Social still has paltry revenues and a limited advertising base, and the president-elect’s majority stake raises the potential for conflicts of interest.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

What to know about President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime vaccine skeptic, was named as Trump's pick for secretary of Health and Human Services. The controversial choice reignited debates over his positions on vaccines ...

Namibia votes and could have its first female leader. But election upsets have shaken the region

A woman who joined Namibia’s independence movement in the 1970s is a strong contender to become its first female leader as the country votes in a presidential election

World - ABC News - 1 hour ago

Can Puerto Rico vote in U.S. elections? What to know amid Trump rally backlash

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is facing a backlash over an offensive joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally days before the 2024 election.

Trump-Harris election may take weeks to decide. Here’s what investors must know.

Election Day is supposed to be a one-day affair, but if polls and recent history are a guide, the results of the Nov. 5 presidential race and key congressional contests may not be known for days or ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

Jobs report offers blurry snapshot of economy days before election: What to know

The latest jobs report data is incomplete due to one-off disturbances last month.

Do you have to fill out your entire 2024 election ballot? Here's what to know

While some voters may fill out a bubble in each section, others may be unsure about certain races and wonder: is it necessary to vote on every item?

Politics - The Hill - November 3

Election Stresses Could Impact Worker Productivity. Here’s What You Need to Know–and How to Manage It

Here’s how you could help boost your team’s productivity during a fraught election week.

Business - Inc. - November 4

What we know about Trump's call with Netanyahu after 2024 election win

More details are emerging about former President Donald Trump's call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after the 2024 election. This comes as world leaders connect with the ...

Bitcoin tops $87,000 for record high. What to know about crypto's post-election rally

As money continues to pour into crypto following Donald Trump’s reelection, bitcoin has climbed to yet another record high

Tech - ABC News - November 12

What we know about Trump's team picks a week after 2024 elections

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio are the latest expected picks for President-elect Donald Trump's second term. CBS News' Jake Rosen breaks down what's confirmed so far.

What we know about offensive text messages sent to Americans after 2024 elections

Black, Hispanic and LGBTQ+ Americans across the U.S. say they received offensive text messages after the 2024 elections. CBS News Confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant breaks down what's known ...

What to know about the potential impact of President-elect Trump's proposed tariff plan

CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger speaks with "CBS Mornings" about President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs and what they could mean for consumers.

Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, but the Path Ahead Is Less Clear

The Federal Reserve is reducing rates in response to cooling inflation. Donald Trump’s presidential victory has pumped up uncertainty.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

What to know about the inflation report.

A fresh Consumer Price Index report could show that inflation, much cooler than in 2022 and 2023, is not fully stamped out.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

U.S. Inflation Ticks Up to 2.6% in October, as Fed Considers Rate Cut

Inflation has cooled notably, but a pickup in annual price increases underscores that it is not fully back to normal.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

The Investigations Into Matt Gaetz: What to Know

Federal prosecutors scrutinized claims that Donald Trump’s choice for attorney general had sex with an underage girl, but did not charge him. The House Ethics Committee had its own inquiry.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 14

What to know about the NWSL finals

The National Women's Soccer League Championship will occur between the Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell reports.

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