Latest in The race is on to save Georgian democracy
Sort by
877 items
-
45 pro-democracy activists are sentenced in Hong Kong's biggest national security trial
A Hong Kong court sentenced dozens of leading pro-democracy figures to prison under a national security law that critics say has been used to suppress dissent.Top stories - NBC News - November 19 -
HK47: dozens of pro-democracy activists jailed in Hong Kong’s largest national security trial
Members of ‘Hong Kong 47’ – charged in 2021 over involvement in pre-election primary – sentenced to between four and 10 years. Activists, professors, legislators: who are the Hong Kong 47? ...World - The Guardian - November 19 -
Foreign governments criticize Hong Kong's sentencing of 45 activists. Beijing defends it
Forty-five prominent activists in Hong Kong have been sentenced to up to 10 years in jail, sparking criticism from foreign governments and rights groupsWorld - ABC News - November 19 -
45 pro-democracy activists get 4 to 10 years in prison in Hong Kong
Forty-five ex-lawmakers and activists have been sentenced to four to 10 years in prison in Hong Kong’s biggest national security case under a Beijing-imposed law that crushed a once-thriving ...World - ABC News - November 19 -
To protect US democracy from tyrants, we must protect the truly free press | Robert Reich
No billionaire or corporation controls us: the Guardian answers only to the public. Please help us raise the $4m we need to hold power to account in 2025 . Reliable and independent sources of ...World - The Guardian - November 19 -
Pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai denies asking U.S. to act against Hong Kong, China in landmark trial
Former Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai began testifying in his landmark national security trial that is widely seen as a measure of press freedom in the city.Top stories - NBC News - November 20 -
‘They have not broken him’: Son of pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai on his father’s imprisonment
Pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai took the stand in his own defense this week in a landmark national security trial in Hong Kong. His son, Sebastien Lai, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his ...Politics - NBC News - 4 days ago -
Elon Musk and a mass petition want a new UK election. Shall we do that – or just stick to democracy? | Marina Hyde
I know many are aggrieved with Starmer and co, but scrapping a government for Elon and a Shropshire publican seems like a stretch. By now you will be aware of the petition demanding another ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Congressional races to watch in the 2024 election
Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House and Democrats hold a slim majority in the Senate which means down-ballot races will carry profound weight in this presidential election. CBS News ...Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
The down-ballot races to follow this election
The 2024 election will not only decide the next U.S. president but will determine the balance of power in Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down what races to ...Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
The race to solve the mystery of 'ghost particles'
China is building a facility to measure neutrinos — mysterious subatomic particles. It's the first of three neutrino observatories expected to open worldwide in the next decade.Top stories - NBC News - October 31 -
The races that could decide control of Congress
The margins in the House and the Senate between Republicans and Democrats are razor-thin with a few key races likely to decide the balance of power for Congress. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill ...Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Americans vote in neck and neck race
Voters head to the polls for Election DayTop stories - NBC News - November 5 -
Braun wins Indiana governor's race
Sen. Mike Braun (R) has won Indiana's gubernatorial race, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. The latest polling ahead of the election showed Braun with nearly a 10-point lead over his ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Democrat John Mannion flips crucial Syracuse House seat
Freshman Republican Brandon Williams’ district was a top priority for Democrats.Politics - Politico - November 5 -
Schiff wins California Senate race
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) is projected to win his bid for the Senate in California, according to Decision Desk HQ. Schiff, who emerged as one of former President Trump’s chief critics in the ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Kehoe wins Missouri governor's race
Missouri Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe (R) has won the governor’s mansion to replace the term-limited Gov. Mike Parson (R), according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. Kehoe was expected to win the Show ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Cantwell wins Washington Senate race
Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell is projected to win a fifth term representing Washington state in the Senate, according to Decision Desk HQ. Cantwell, the chair of the Senate Commerce, Science and ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Dem Josh Riley topples House Republican in crucial upstate New York district
The upset came after Molinaro defeated Riley in 2022 by fewer than 2 points.Politics - Politico - November 6 -
The key races for control of the House of Representatives
Every seat in the lower chamber of Congress is up for grabs this election cycle.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Race voided as stalls stranded on track
A race at Chelmsford is dramatically halted because the starting stalls could not be removed from the track.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 10 -
Emotional Cavendish wins final race of career
Britain's Mark Cavendish, the most successful sprinter in cycling history, ends his career with victory in the Tour de France Criterium in Singapore.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
The race to shape UK industrial strategy
Business leaders and regional mayors try to influence government’s flagship economic growth policyWorld - Financial Times - November 13 -
Pennsylvania Senate race heads to a recount
Pennsylvania’s Senate race is heading to a recount, with the narrow margin between Republican Dave McCormick and Democratic Sen.Politics - NBC News - November 13 -
The Race to Create the Perfect EV Tire
With billions sold each year, the battle is on to make the ideal electric car tire—one that offers the holy trinity of increased range, eco credentials, and less noise. The results could benefit ...Tech - Wired - November 15
