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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.45 minutes ago -
Business - CNBC
Japan's central bank to remain undeterred on rate hikes despite LDP's electoral shock, analysts say
Roughly 86% of economists polled by Reuters expect the central bank to leave its rates unchanged when it announces its decision Thursday.47 minutes ago -
Business - CNBC
Japan's Shigeru Ishiba suggests he intends to stay on as PM after ruling coalition loses majority
It is the first time since 2009 that the Liberal Democratic Party has lost its parliamentary majority.1 hour ago -
Business - CNBC
Vietnam waits for major upgrade to its $200 billion stock market
Vietnam's chip capabilities have it competing against near neighbor Malaysia, attracting global semiconductor firms.1 hour ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Trump’s tariffs risk global economic recovery, warn policymakers
Also in today’s newsletter, Keir Starmer to set scene for Budget and Japan’s unexpected election result1 hour ago -
Business - Financial Times
Japan plunged into political turmoil after voters punish ruling LDP
Coalition led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party loses parliamentary majority2 hours 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 Sunday4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Japan election: voters have issued ‘severe judgment’, PM says after ruling coalition loses majority
Shigeru Ishiba and his Liberal Democratic party must try to find a third coalition partner after bruising election result creates political turmoil. Japan’s political future was shrouded in ...4 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 says15 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 liability18 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.11 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.13 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 ...14 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 - 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 opposition3 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
FirstFT: Shares in McDonald’s plunge on links to E. coli outbreak
Also in today’s newsletter, Israel claims Nasrallah’s heir killed and Starbucks scraps financial guidance4 days ago -
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 -
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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