What is Super Tuesday and why is it different this year?

Super Tuesday is traditionally the biggest day in the US for primary elections and caucuses before the actual Election Day in November

On Super Tuesday, Democrats and Republicans vote on who they want to run for president and other offices. Once those votes are tallied, delegates are awarded. File Picture: AP Photo/Jeff Chiu

It’s almost Super Tuesday when US voters in 16 states and one territory will cast their ballots in the 2024 presidential primaries.

Here’s why the day matters — and why it looks a little different this year.