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Lithuania's government has resigned following internal coalition shifts, with the Social Democratic Party chairman positioned to lead a new administration—the third governing coalition since late 2024 elections.
The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance has nominated 26-year-old Rashifa Aljunied, currently heading the Puteri Wangsa service centre, as its candidate for the state seat in the upcoming Johor election. MUDA president Amira Aisya, the incumbent, is stepping aside to contest a parliamentary position.
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Johor State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi will not contest the Rengit seat in the July 11 state election, citing age as the primary reason for stepping down after representing the constituency.
Labour's Andy Burnham strengthens his position as a potential successor to PM Keir Starmer, with a Conservative-Reform UK vote split in the Makerfield by-election helping his chances in British politics.