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MiscellaneousWashington D.C. Voters to Decide Fate of Foie Gras in Upcoming Ballot Measure
Washington D.C. voters will decide on Tuesday whether to ban foie gras, a delicacy produced through force-feeding birds. The referendum, Initiative 86, faces opposition from some restaurateurs and chefs, while animal rights groups advocate for its prohibition due to ethical concerns.
PoliticsAlberta Votes to Remain in Canada: What's Next for the Province?
Alberta has voted to remain part of Canada in a nonbinding independence referendum, with 76 percent of ballots favoring unity. The result is a win for Prime Minister Mark Carney amid trade tensions with the US, but a disappointment for separatist movements.
PoliticsAlberta Votes Decisively to Remain Part of Canada in Historic Referendum
Alberta voters have overwhelmingly chosen to remain part of Canada in the province's first-ever separation referendum. The results offer a boost to Prime Minister Mark Carney's efforts to unify the country.
PoliticsAlberta Independence Referendum: Separatist Movement Faces Crucial Test as Voters Decide Fate
Albertans are heading to the polls for a referendum on independence, a vote that could test the resilience of the separatist movement. Despite low expectations for a 'yes' vote, organizers vow to continue their long-term fight for provincial autonomy.
PoliticsDemocratic Republic of Congo Faces New Turmoil Amid Fears Over Third-Term Bid by President Felix Tshisekedi
Protests and political tension have erupted in the Democratic Republic of Congo following parliamentary steps toward a potential third-term referendum for President Felix Tshisekedi.
PoliticsGuinea-Bissau Approves Controversial Referendum Expanding Presidential Powers Ahead of Elections
A referendum in Guinea-Bissau has approved a new constitution expanding presidential powers, drawing sharp criticism from the opposition and civil society groups ahead of upcoming elections.
PoliticsVote Counting Begins in Guinea-Bissau After Referendum on Expanding Presidential Powers
Vote counting is underway in Guinea-Bissau following a constitutional referendum aimed at shifting the nation from a parliamentary to a presidential system. The vote takes place less than 10 months after a military coup, with results expected on Tuesday.
PoliticsGuinea-Bissau Prepares for High-Stakes Referendum on Sweeping Presidential Powers
Voters in Guinea-Bissau will vote on August 30 in a referendum to decide on a new constitution that significantly expands presidential powers ahead of the December elections. The proposed changes come nine months after a military coup led by General Horta Inta-A Na Man.