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Experts and pollsters certainly expect John Tory, 68, to cruise to victory despite a crowded field of 30 other competitors, many who were largely unknown before the campaign.

John Tory had absorbed the verbal jabs and endured the criticism of his record as his rivals at this weeks mayoral debate slammed his eight-year tenure leading Canadas most populous city.

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson -- ousted by ethics scandals just three months ago -- jockeyed to make a comeback Friday as one of several contenders seeking to replace Liz Truss, whose rapid downfall threw the countrys leadership into disarray at a time of severe economic challenges.

Boris Johnson eyes comeback as UK Conservatives pick new PM

Several British lawmakers, including scandal-tarnished former PM Boris Johnson, jockeyed for support Friday to become the country's next leader following the implosion of Liz Truss

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson -- ousted by ethics scandals just three months ago -- has jockeyed to make a comeback as one of several contenders seeking to replace Liz Truss, whose rapid downfall threw the countrys leadership into disarray at a time of severe economic challenges. World News | Boris Johnson, Ousted by Scandal, Eyes Comeback as UK Leader.

Liz Truss quit on Thursday after a turbulent 45 days, conceding that she could not deliver on her tax-cutting economic package

One of Toronto’s longest-serving councillors looks poised to win her eighth term in a ward with one of the least crowded ballots in the city.

For the first time in more than 20 years there will be no Ford on the municipal ballot in Etobicoke North. And the open race in the ward has drawn 16 candidates to the fray, including one veteran civic politician hoping to make a comeback to city council.

For the first time in 22 years, Etobicoke North wont have a Ford on their municipal election ballot.