In North Rhine-Westphalia, 16 candidates have died before the local elections on September 14. While the election authority is not concerned about the number of deaths, speculation has arisen on social media, particularly regarding candidates from the far-right AfD party. Four initial deaths were reported, later rising to seven, with no evidence of foul play found. The causes of death include kidney failure and suicide, while one candidate died of natural causes. The AfD's state vice-president suggests the deaths are coincidental. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)