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Counting ballots returned by mail takes more time than those cast in-person because signatures have to be matched.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Voting took place across the tiny Mediterranean island nation on Saturday, and ballots were ferried overnight to the Counting Hall in Naxxar, where counting begins on Sunday morning.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Counting to three and closing your eyes is all it takes to wipe the ovine memory clean and return to a state of blissful ignorance.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Counting in Cannock Chase is due to get under way later.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Counting songs are also found around the world as well.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin