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Taiwan Referendum: Restarting Maanshan Nuclear Plant Amidst Security, Environmental Concerns

Taiwanese voters decide Saturday whether to restart the Maanshan nuclear plant, shut down in May 2025, amidst national security concerns due to China's aggression and conflicting environmental and economic considerations; polls show over 60% support restarting it.

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French Court Rejects Extended Detention for Foreign Nationals

France's Council of State rejected a government bill extending detention for dangerous foreign nationals to seven months, prompting Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin to announce a revised bill and a potential referendum on immigration and security.

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Dodik Defies Court Ruling, Announces Referendum in Republika Srpska

Following the Central Election Commission's (CIK) decision to revoke his mandate, Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik announced a referendum on the constitution's alleged violation, defying a court ruling with a partial fine payment and facing potential early elections.

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Turkish Official Advocates Referendum for New Constitution

Mehmet Uçum, Deputy Chairman of Turkey's Presidential Legal Policy Board, argues that claims of no public demand for a new constitution are superficial, asserting that a referendum is essential for democratic legitimacy and public oversight, even with parliamentary approval.

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New Caledonia to Become Self-Governing State Within France

France and New Caledonia signed a historic accord creating a self-governing "State of New Caledonia within the Republic," addressing years of separatist violence and economic instability; the deal includes a new Caledonian nationality, economic recovery plans, and will be put to a referendum in 2026...

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New Caledonia Agreement Faces Strong Opposition Amidst Concerns Over Legitimacy and Economic Details

A new institutional agreement for New Caledonia creates a New Caledonian State within the French Republic and a Caledonian nationality, but faces strong opposition due to concerns about legitimacy, economic details, and the potential for renewed unrest, leading to a February 2026 referendum.

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Greek Referendums: A Critical Examination of Democracy's Outcomes

Analysis of three Greek referendums reveals that democracy, while offering decentralized responsibility, does not guarantee optimal outcomes, as evidenced by the 1920 referendum reinstating the monarchy, and the near-catastrophic 2015 referendum.

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Alberta Court to Rule on Referendum Question Regarding Provincial Sovereignty

An Alberta court is reviewing a proposed referendum question on whether the province should become a sovereign country, raising concerns about potential constitutional violations and treaty rights. The chief electoral officer referred the matter to court, while the question's proponents argue the re...

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Fictional Town 'The Leap' Reflects Ongoing Impact of Colonial Violence

The author's new novel, set in the fictional town of "The Leap," explores the ongoing impact of colonial violence against Indigenous Australians, using the town's name to symbolize the massacres where Indigenous people were driven over cliffs and to highlight the continuous oppression they face. The...

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Swinney Unveils Three-Part Plan to Reignite Scottish Independence Push

John Swinney, Scotland's Deputy First Minister, launched a three-part plan on October 26, 2023, to reignite the push for Scottish independence, aiming to increase support, pressure Westminster, and secure a decisive SNP victory in the 2026 Holyrood election, despite facing criticism for prioritizing...

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New Caledonia to Become New State within French Republic

France and New Caledonia agreed to create a new "State of New Caledonia" within the French Republic, addressing 2024 unrest over electoral reforms that cost €2 billion and 14 lives; the deal grants New Caledonia immediate control over foreign policy, with further powers subject to a 2026 referendum.

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Hamburg Climate Talks Fail: 2040 Neutrality Referendum Looms

Negotiations between Hamburg's government and the "Zukunftsentscheid" climate initiative to compromise on the city's climate neutrality target before an October referendum failed; the city's offer was rejected, leaving the initiative's 2040 goal unchanged despite the government's 2045 target.

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