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Japan's ruling coalition loses parliamentary majority in snap election
It is the first time since 2009 that the Liberal Democratic Party has lost its parliamentary majority.5 minutes ago -
World - ABC News
Japan's ruling coalition loses a majority in the lower house, creating political uncertainty
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling coalition has lost a majority in the 465-seat lower house in a key parliamentary election Sunday31 minutes ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Japan's ruling party loses its majority in blow to new PM
The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings.1 hour ago -
Business - Financial Times
Japanese voters strip LDP coalition of parliamentary majority
Stunning rebuke to Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party plunges country into political uncertainty1 hour ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Japan’s LDP loses its parliamentary majority
Also in today’s newsletter, Shanghai cracks down on Halloween costumes, and Iran’s supreme leader signals measured response to Israel’s attack5 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Lithuanians vote in the final round of parliamentary election
Lithuanians are voting in the second round of parliamentary elections, with the conservative governing party still in contention despite first-round gains two weeks ago for the left-leaning opposition5 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Japanese premier Ishiba's ruling coalition is certain to lose a majority in parliamentary vote, NHK public TV says
Japanese premier Ishiba's ruling coalition is certain to lose a majority in parliamentary vote, NHK public TV says11 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Harris stays quiet on student loans as cancellation loses its political luster
In just a few years, the issue of student loan cancellation has gone from being a pillar of the Democratic Party to a political liability14 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Japan Election: Governing Party Projected to Lose Majority
The Japanese electorate appeared to punish the Liberal Democrats, leaving it unclear whether the party would be forced to expand its coalition to stay in power.7 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Japan’s ruling party is certain to lose a majority in the lower house, broadcaster says
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s conservative ruling party braced for a blow to its comfortable majority in the lower house of parliament in Sunday’s elections.9 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Uzbekistan holds parliamentary election without real opposition
Polls have closed in Uzbekistan's parliamentary election that featured no real opposition to the Central Asian country's strongman president10 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Japan’s ruling coalition to lose majority in election, national broadcaster says
PM Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party faces losses amid voter anger over funding scandal and cost of living. Japan’s ruling coalition is certain to lose its majority in parliament in ...10 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
U.S.C. Snaps Its Losing Streak With a Win Over Rutgers
When it seemed like a collapse was inevitable, the Trojans pushed forward and cruised to a 42-20 victory.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Georgians head to the polls in pivotal parliamentary election
Voters will decide if Georgian Dream party, in power since 2012, will secure another four-years, having shifted the country closer to Russia. Georgians have headed to the polls in a pivotal ...Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Here’s when Adam Silver thought Warner Bros. Discovery might lose its NBA broadcast deal
Of the negotiations, Silver said: “It wasn’t a longtime relationship with the people currently running Warner Bros. Discovery.”2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Lithuania votes in the 2nd round of its parliamentary election, with change uncertain
Lithuanians will vote Sunday in the second round of parliamentary elections, with the conservative governing party still in contention despite first-round gains for the left-leaning opposition2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Japan's ruling party may struggle in Sunday's vote, but its decades of dominance won't end
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling party, dogged by corruption scandals and plunging support for his weeks-old government, faces its toughest challenge in decades in Sunday’s ...3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
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Tech - VentureBeat
Netflix shutters its only triple-A studio, loses major industry hires
Netflix has closed Team Blue, the LA-based internal studio, before it could release its alleged triple-A game.5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Japan general election: what would it take for the ruling LDP party to be ousted?
Corruption scandals, an economic crisis and widespread leader dissatisfaction have dogged the party yet it remains in contention. All eyes are now on whether it will secure a majority. Bruised by ...October 17 -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Uber explored bid for travel website Expedia
Also in today’s newsletter, Kamala Harris locks horns with Fox News interviewer Bret Baier and Wall Street roars backOctober 17 -
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
USMNT sends a B-team to Mexico, and loses its unbeaten streak vs. El Tri in pitiful fashion
"It seemed like the USA didn't want to play. It seemed like nobody wanted the ball," former USMNT star DaMarcus Beasley said. "Nobody's up for this moment."October 16 -
World - Financial Times
Ishiba’s election gamble: Japan’s PM fights to keep LDP on track
Reduced majority could impair the prime minister’s ability to tackle economic and demographic challengesOctober 15 -
World - ABC News
Campaigning begins for Japan's parliamentary election
Official campaigning has begun for Japan's Oct. 27 parliamentary electionOctober 15