Switzerland's strict citizenship laws are relaxed slightly following a very convincing referendum victory. It's one sign that the power of xenophobia might be waning.
Category: Referenda
World election news, part II
More world electoral news (an occasional feature). Today Macedonia, Bulgaria, Italy and Gambia.
Italy, Austria and the authoritarian dilemma
A referendum in Italy and a runoff election are both tests of Europe's political future.
Thailand votes for an uncertain future
Thailand has a new constitution, but there was something less than a resounding vote of confidence in military rule.
Disunited Kingdom, European Disunion
A look at the winners and losers from the British referendum result.
Brexit: live reports
British referendum results as they appear.
Decision-day for Britain on Europe
In or out? Britain decides whether or not to stick with a European future.
Finally, a winner in Peru
And you thought Austria was close? Peru's presidential election finally produces a winner, by a tiny margin.
And now Peru puts on a cliffhanger
The second round of Peru's presidential election is too close to call. Venezuela's president, on the other hand, is fighting tooth and nail against recall.
Three weeks and counting
With three weeks to go until the "Brexit" referendum, the polls are pointing to a close result.
The World is Not Enough 