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What Worries Me About Uruguay’s Elections This Year
An unexciting campaign mirrors young Uruguayans’ lack of enthusiasm for democracy.Top stories - The New York Times - 19 hours ago -
Uruguay’s Presidential Election Is Headed to a Runoff
Yamandú Orsi, a center-left former mayor, finished first on Sunday but fell short of the 50 percent threshold needed to avoid another round of voting.World - The New York Times - October 28 -
Uruguay’s 2024 Election: Candidates, Issues and Predictions
Crime, child poverty and an aging population are top issues as voters in one of Latin America’s most stable democracies head to the polls on Sunday.World - The New York Times - October 25 -
Uruguay presidential election heads to runoff with center-left candidate in lead
Yamandú Orsi came out ahead of two conservative rivals as voters rejected a controversial pension reform plan. Uruguay is heading for a tight presidential election runoff next month after a ...World - The Guardian - October 28 -
Uruguay's once-dull election has become a dead heat in the presidential runoff
Uruguayans are returning to the polls for a second round of voting to choose their next presidentWorld - ABC News - 2 hours ago -
High-stakes pension plebiscite could turn Uruguay’s election in to its ‘Brexit moment’
On Sunday, Uruguayans will not only vote for a new president, but also a referendum that experts fear will cripple the economy. Uruguayans vote for their next president on Sunday, but the election ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Polls open in stable Uruguay in a vote free of political hostility seen elsewhere in the region
Polls have opened in the small South American nation of Uruguay in a remarkably civilized general election that pits an incumbent conservative coalition against a moderate left-wing allianceWorld - ABC News - October 27 -
Polls open in Uruguay in a general election free of the deep political divisions seen elsewhere in South America
Polls open in Uruguay in a general election free of the deep political divisions seen elsewhere in South AmericaWorld - ABC News - October 27 -
Polls close in Uruguay's general election after a quiet day that saw the nation live up to its reputation for stability
Polls close in Uruguay's general election after a quiet day that saw the nation live up to its reputation for stabilityWorld - ABC News - October 27 -
This election year, Americans are dedicating their vote to their children, grandchildren
As Americans across the country voted early in record numbers ahead of Tuesday's election, it has become clear that they are motivated, arguably like never before.Top stories - NBC News - November 3 -
2 Wishes for Small Businesses in an Election Year
No matter who’s in the Oval Office, the economy is something we should all be rooting for.Business - Inc. - November 12 -
Vote on lowering pension age to 60 jangles nerves in Uruguay
Public to decide on a union-backed reform that worries the government, economists and marketsWorld - Financial Times - October 26 -
Uruguay's presidential runoff will be tight. But with rivals in agreement, it's no nail-biter
Uruguay’s presidential election has opened a four-week window during which the leading center-left and center-right coalitions will go all-out to pull more voters into their camps ahead of a heated ...World - ABC News - October 28 -
Ex-Uruguay striker Forlán loses pro doubles debut
Former soccer star Diego Forlán's newfound career in professional tennis started with a doubles loss Wednesday at the Uruguay Open.Sports - ESPN - November 14 -
Argentina beats Peru to close in on World Cup spot; Brazil and Uruguay draw
Lautaro Martínez’s goal gave Argentina a 1-0 win over Peru in a South American qualifying match in Buenos Aires and put the hosts close to a spot in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico ...Sports - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Japan plunged into political turmoil after voters punish ruling LDP
Coalition led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party loses parliamentary majorityBusiness - Financial Times - October 28 -
Six years after synagogue shooting, a Jewish neighborhood grapples with antisemitism and elections
Amid a somber anniversary and with Election Day on the horizon, concerns about rising antisemitism are at the forefront of many voters’ minds in Squirrel Hill, a Jewish neighborhood in Pittsburgh.Top stories - NBC News - October 27 -
The battle for the House: All 435 seats up for grabs in a critical election year
Republicans hold a slim majority as the race for control of the House heats up. Only 25 seats are considered toss-ups and Democrats face a tougher path to reclaim the majority. Congressional ...Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
How the 'vibecession,' global economic uncertainty are influencing investors this election year
More than 60 countries held or will hold national elections in 2024. Here's the Principal Financial Group CEO's take on investors' response.Business - CNBC - November 5 -
10-year Treasury yield posts huge leap to 4.43% on Trump win, possible GOP Congress sweep
The pop for bond yields comes as the Trump win carries expectations that more tax cuts and steep tariffs could widen the fiscal deficit and reignite inflation.Business - CNBC - November 6 -
Trump election win spurs US stocks to strongest week in a year
S&P 500 breaks through 6,000 for first timeBusiness - Financial Times - November 8 -
Married for 54 Years, Two Poll Workers Die in Election Day Flood
Chuck and Cathie Baldwin were caught in a flash flood as they drove to the polls. Known as “proud hippies,” they hosted a musical festival called Chuckstock on their Missouri farm.Top stories - The New York Times - November 12 -
Huge election year worldwide sees weakening commitment to act on climate crisis
Among sweeping rightwing electoral victories across the globe, the ‘big loser of the elections has been climate’. An unprecedented year of elections around the world has underscored a sobering ...World - The Guardian - 20 hours ago -
Front-runners in Uruguay's presidential race say they'll face off in a second round of voting next month
Front-runners in Uruguay's presidential race say they'll face off in a second round of voting next monthWorld - ABC News - October 27 -
Uruguay beats Colombia 3-2 on last-minute goal in South American qualifying
Uruguay beat Colombia 3-2 with a last-minute goal in South American World Cup qualifying, and eased the pressure on coach Marcelo BielsaSports - ABC News - November 15 -
Brazil vs. Uruguay lineups, odds: Where to watch CONMEBOL WCQ, live stream, prediction, pick
Selecao and Celeste vie to finish 2024 in second spotSports - CBS Sports - 5 days ago -
Botswana holds an election where the diamond trade has become a central issue
Botswana is holding a national election and voters are deciding if one of Africa’s longest-ruling parties stays on for another five-year termWorld - ABC News - October 30 -
Botswana's president concedes defeat in election to end his party's 58 years in power
Botswana's president concedes defeat in election to end his party's 58 years in powerWorld - ABC News - November 1 -
Seismic change in Botswana as party that ruled for 58 years since independence loses power
Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi has conceded defeat in the election in a seismic moment of change for the county that ended the ruling party’s 58 years in power since independence from ...World - ABC News - November 1 -
Should I wait until after the presidential election before investing $300,000 in stocks? I’m a 66-year-old retiree.
“I have most of my expenses covered.”Business - MarketWatch - November 4 -
24-year-old man punches election judge in face while waiting in line to vote: Police
A 24-year-old Illinois man has been arrested after allegedly causing a disturbance in a voting line before punching an election judge in the face, police said.Top stories - ABC News - November 5 -
10-year Treasury yield ends lower after strong auction as investors await election results
Long-dated Treasury yields erased their rise to end lower Tuesday following an auction of 10-year notes that met solid demand as investors awaited the outcome of the U.S. presidential election.Business - MarketWatch - November 5