A trailer lined with boxes of signed petitions calling for a referendum on Alberta separation were dropped off at Elections Alberta Monday afternoon.

The Stay Free Alberta petitioners say they have collected 301,620 signatures, well over the 178,000 threshold that can prompt the province to consider a referendum question. 

Supporters gathered outside Elections Alberta alongside a convoy of vehicles with Alberta flags flying celebrating the milestone for the group.


Alberta Separatists Submit Referendum Petition; Bid Crosses Signature Threshold

Top Italian officials, including the Tourism Minister, have resigned following Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s defeat in a major referendum. Political fallout continues as parties grapple with shifting public sentiment and leadership challenges.

 Italy: Top Officials & Tourism Minister Resign After Meloni Loses Referendum

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni faced a significant political defeat as voters rejected her judicial reform in the 2026 referendum, with about 53–54% voting No. Meloni expressed regret over a “missed opportunity to modernise Italy.” The result highlights public resistance to her reform agenda ahead of future elections.

Giorgia Meloni Loses Judicial Referendum; Regrets Missed Chance to Modernise Italy

Ecuador: A deadly riot erupted in Machala Prison in southern Ecuador on November 9, 2025, leading to the deaths of at least 31 inmates and injuries to over 30 others, including a police officer. The violence, marked by gunfire and explosions, was triggered by the transfer of inmates to a new maximum-security facility. 

Ecuador: Thousands Protest Ahead of Referendum | Foreign Military Bases To Return To Ecuador?

As Americans vote in key state elections, the Supreme Court weighs landmark cases that could define Donald Trump’s presidential power from his bid to control the Federal Reserve and reshape federal agencies, to his push to limit birthright citizenship. Together, these battles form a crucial test of Trump’s grip on Washington and a preview of what’s to come before the 2026 midterms.

Can Trump Survive America’s Mini-Referendum? Key State Elections, SC Battles Loom 

Pigeons, one of the earliest domesticated animals or birds, have a complex relationship with humans. While some people find them irritating and nothing but a menace, others share their food with the birds.

'Sky rats' no more: German town votes to kill pigeons by brutal methods

Leaders from Indigenous communities in Australian on Sunday (Oct 15) called for a week of silence and reflection after decisive rejection of referendum to recognise First Peoples in the country's constitution.

Australia: Indigenous leaders call for reflection after failed referendum

Early results from Australia's historic referendum to recognise Indigenous people in the constitution suggest the proposal will be rejected, in a setback to the country's efforts for reconciliation with its First Peoples.

Early votes show Australia set to reject landmark Indigenous Voice referendum

Australians are set to vote in a historic referendum on Sunday (Oct 14) which could see a change in the country’s constitution for the first time in nearly five decades…or not, and here’s why.

Explained | What is Australia’s historic Indigenous Voice to parliament proposal? Why it might get rejected?

Australians will vote in a referendum on 14 October 2023 to constitutionally recognise its Indigenous people by establishing a representative body responsible for providing non-binding advice to the parliament.

What is Australia's Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum? Here's all you need to know about the proposal

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said on Friday (September 1) that his government would hold a referendum to decide whether to construct the country's first nuclear power plant.

Kazakhstan to hold referendum on construction of first-ever nuclear plant

The Central African Republic began voting on Sunday in a referendum on a new constitution that would allow President Faustin-Archange Touadera to seek a third term in a country which has endured several coups.

Central African Republic votes in referendum on new constitution

Thousands of people have rallied in cities and towns across Australia to back a campaign to recognise the country’s Indigenous people in the constitution in advance of a referendum later this year.

Thousands rally across Australia in support of Indigenous reform

Malians voted in a referendum on a new constitution that expands the president's role and military. The West African nation is ruled by military officers, who seized power in a 2020 coup, followed by another coup nine months later that removed the interim civilian government at the time. Back then, the prime minister and the president were to steer the country towards new elections.

Junta holds referendum

Australia’s Blacktown City Council has decided to cancel a Khalistan propaganda referendum organised by Sikhs For Justice in Sydney following complaints raised about the threats that can take place after the event.

Sydney cancels Khalistan propaganda referendum organised by Sikhs For Justice

The Embassy of Uzbekistan in Delhi on Tuesday gave details of the referendum in Uzbekistan on April 30 to reform the Constitution, update basic laws in the country and explained their significance.

Uzbekistan to hold referendum to reform the Constitution, Uzbek envoy explains its significance

Just hours after it emerged that Humza Yousaf would be the new leader of Scottish National Party, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak rejected Yousaf's call for another referendum for Scottish independence.

UK PM rejects new Scottish leader Yousaf's call for independence referendum

The United Kingdom Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that the Scotland cannot go forward with a second independence referendum without the approval of the British parliament.

UK Supreme Court blocks Scotland from holding second independence referendum

In a big blow for Scottish nationalists, the United Kingdom's top court ruled that the Scottish government cannot hold a second referendum on independence next year without approval from the British parliament. Watch this report to know more.

UK's top court rejects Scottish independence referendum bid

Turkiye would soon hold a referendum on wearing a headscarf as the country's President proposed a nationwide vote on guaranteeing a woman's right to wear one in state institutions, schools and universities.

Turkiye President Erdogan proposes referendum on wearing headscarf

The Kremlin says it will annex four Ukrainian regions on Friday after what Ukraine and the West say were 'sham' referendum. Russia will claim control of Donetsk and Luhansk and parts of Zaporizhzhia and Kherson. The area is a home to 4 million people and make up around 15% Ukraine's territory.

Russia officially announces annexation of four provinces in Ukraine

The Russian government seems poised to officially announce the annexation of four provinces in Ukraine after it claimed victory in the referendum vote that the western countries have been regarding as a “complete sham”.

Russia poised to announce annexation after 'sham' referendum in Ukraine

After organising referendums in occupied territories, Russia is issuing fresh threats. Former President Dmitry Medvedev has said Russia can use "its most fearsome weapon" in Ukraine. Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: After 'sham' referendums, a nuclear threat

West, on Wednesday (September 28), was unanimous in rejecting results of 'referendums' held by Russia in eastern parts of Ukraine it partially controls. Moscow has claimed that all four regions of Ukraine have voted in favour of joining Russia.

West vows to 'never recognise' referendums in Ukraine as Russia claims victory

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