2024 re election race

State Senator John Cavanaugh and political activist Denise Powell are locked in a tight primary for Nebraska's Blue Dot

In a lively interaction with law enforcement officials, president Trump playfully floated names for potential running mates in the next presidential election, generating excitement for both JD Vance and Marco Rubio. Hailing them as a 'dream team' and 'perfect pairing,' Trump emphasized that his endorsement is still up in the air.

Indian-origin Republican Vivek Ramaswamy has secured the nomination for Ohio governor, setting up a significant November contest against Democrat Amy Acton. Ramaswamy, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, comfortably won his primary. The race is anticipated to draw national attention as both candidates prepare for the general election.

A newly elected Reform UK councillor in Plymouth, Ben Rowe, has been suspended from the party following the emergence of social media posts containing Islamophobic and antisemitic content. These controversial posts surfaced before his election victory, leading to an investigation. Rowe's suspension comes amidst Reform UK's significant electoral gains in Plymouth and across England.

Jaguar TCS Racing driver Mitch Evans is looking forward to racing around the iconic Monaco Street Circuit at the upcoming Monaco E-Prix. The Kiwi considers it a home race after securing four consecutive podium finishes at the venue from 2021 to 2024, including a victory last season. Coming fresh from a win in Berlin, Evans would certainly be hoping for a podium in Monte Carlo.

BJP's strong performance in Kolkata's assembly elections, leading in 102 of 144 KMC wards, has sparked speculation about advancing municipal polls. This surge contrasts with Trinamool's previous dominance, as evidenced by the 2024 Lok Sabha results showing BJP gaining significant ground in the city's wards.

Democrats in red states are backing independent candidates to counter their party's toxic brand, a strategy quietly supported by national party figures. This approach aims to win seats by bypassing traditional Democratic nominees, though some question its long-term impact and the independents' future allegiances. The move reflects a pragmatic effort to break partisan gridlock and gain representation.

DMK candidate Dr. Kalai Kathiravan secured victory in the Tenkasi Assembly election by a margin of 10,299 votes. This follows a closely contested 2021 election where the INC narrowly won, and a recent 2024 general election where the DMK also triumphed in the Tenkasi Lok Sabha constituency.

Thalapathy Vijay, once criticized for his looks and performance, transformed rejections into a historic success, becoming the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Despite initial doubts and trolling, his determination led to a remarkable career in cinema and a groundbreaking victory in the 2026 Assembly Elections with his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam.

Haryana Board has opened online applications for D.El.Ed October 2026 exams, starting May 21. Re-appear candidates from 2023-25 and 2024-26 batches, along with regular second-year students of 2024-26 and first-year students of 2025-27, are eligible. Strict deadlines and late fees apply, with a one-time fee for the 2025-27 batch. Check complete details here.

Following a saffron surge in Bengal's assembly elections, the BJP secured leads in 102 of Kolkata Municipal Corporation's 144 wards, raising questions about Trinamool Congress's hold on the civic body. This shift, evident in recent polls, contrasts with TMC's previous dominance, prompting analysis of potential early KMC elections.

Citroen Racing have signed French racer Doriane Pin as their Development Driver. She already serves as a Development Driver for the Mercedes F1 team and the Peugeot Sport Hypercar programme. She will make her first appearance for the team at the Monaco E-Prix and has many race titles to her name.

The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a special leave petition challenging the Orissa High Court's dismissal of a substitution plea in an election petition. A lawyer sought to continue the challenge to BJD MLA Sanjib Kumar Mallick's election after the original petitioner's death, but the High Court rejected the plea due to a delay beyond the 14-day limit.

Congress is deliberating on its Kerala chief minister choice, with V.D. Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala, and K.C. Venugopal as top contenders. Meetings with the high command are ongoing, with a decision expected imminently. The party is also addressing internal indiscipline following public demonstrations supporting individual leaders.

Billionaire Paul Tudor Jones warns the US is dangerously behind in regulating AI, urging immediate action to address the 'deepfakes problem' and mandate digital watermarking. Despite concerns, Jones has increased his AI stock investments, acknowledging the technology's dual nature.

Nicolas Cage is buzzing with excitement for the upcoming 'Longlegs' project, pouring his heart into his unnerving character. He shared that his portrayal is deeply inspired by memories of his mother. While fans await more details about the 2028 launch, Cage and the visionary director Osgood Perkins are gearing up to reunite in this spine-chilling universe.