The poll is widely viewed as a major test for Nepal’s political old guard, who have dominated the nation’s leadership for more than a decade.

Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s party gained leads in early counting in Nepal’s general election, far outpacing his other rivals, including the country’s former ​prime minister who was forced ...

Rep. Valerie Foushee's progressive challenger, Nida Allam, conceded in their high-profile Democratic primary in North Carolina.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces an election later this year. The US-Israeli war with Iran could help rewrite his legacy on security and ensure his political survival.