Moldova's election has been marked by corruption scandals and a split in the old governing coalition.
“Socialism” in three countries
Whether in Britain, Australia or the United States, most voters don't want to get rid of the market economy. So actual socialists are trying to convince them that there's no alternative.
Split now – beat the rush!
Britain's Labour Party loses seven MPs, which might – or might not – be the precursor to a larger split.
No, not Nigeria
We'll have to wait another week for Nigeria's election. Logistical problems are blamed.
Weekend reading
Interesting things from around the internet to enliven and enlighten your weekend.
Election preview: Nigeria
Africa's biggest election is on tomorrow, pitting an elderly incumbent against a lacklustre challenger.
Thoughts of a Polish comeback
With Polish elections due later this year, EU president Donald Tusk is set to play an important role in his home country.
Spain’s nationalists lose the plot
While Spain's minority government struggles for survival, the opposition parties have stepped up their rhetorical opposition to anything that smacks of Catalan self-determination.
Macron fights back
France's "yellow vests" may have passed their peak, but their impact on French politics is large and uncertain.
Electoral loose ends
Rounding up some recent electoral news from El Salvador, Macedonia, Belgium, the United States and Latvia.
