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Finally, some Brexit movement

Britain's House of Commons votes to seize the initiative from the hapless Theresa May, signalling a bad setback for the hard Brexiters.

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Good news for Scott Morrison – sort of

The New South Wales government is returned in a better-than-expected result that provides some comfort (although not much) for its federal counterpart.

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Election preview: Thailand

In the weekend's other big election, Thailand goes to the polls on Sunday, hoping for a peaceful transition out of military rule.

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Election preview: New South Wales

The New South Wales Coalition government seeks a third term on Saturday, with the polls suggesting a very even contest.

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Let’s talk about preferences

Even after Christchurch, the Liberal Party still resists cutting ties with the far right. Don't believe anyone who tells you it's about electoral expediency.

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A liberal front-runner in Slovakia

Slovakia's political strongman is facing another defeat, with his preferred presidential candidate trailing his liberal opponent in the polls.

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Two anniversaries

Czechia and Tibet: compare and contrast. Can history tell us anything about appeasement?

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Brexit at the pointy end

With Theresa May having failed to extract anything new from negotiations with the EU, Britain could be heading towards a fresh referendum – which would mean a huge disruption to the party system.

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(Long) weekend reading

Reading suggestions for your weekend, which might be particularly helpful if you've got the day off on Monday.

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More on compulsory voting

If we debate compulsory voting, or other electoral matters, what other countries should Australia compare itself with?

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