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Top stories - The New York TimesJapan’s Liberal Democratic Party Is Faltering
The Liberal Democrats, long the guiding force for Japan, are in disarray just when their country needs them the most.4 hours ago -
World - The New York TimesJapan 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.Yesterday -
World - ABC NewsAP Explains: What does a shocking parliamentary loss for Japan's long-ruling party mean?
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s long-reigning coalition lost a majority in the parliamentary election, underscoring voters’ outrage over the party’s extensive financial scandals56 minutes ago -
Top stories - The New York TimesFor a Stalwart Voice of Liberal Catholicism, a Complicated Centennial
Commonweal magazine, founded in 1924, wrestles with its mission at a moment of a continuing loss of faith in both the church and liberalism.23 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC NewsJapan's government in flux after election gives no party majority
The makeup of Japan’s future government was in flux after voters punished Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s scandal-tainted ruling coalition in a Sunday election.Yesterday -
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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.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC NewsJapan'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.Yesterday -
World - ABC NewsJapan'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 SundayYesterday -
Top stories - NBC NewsJapan’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.Yesterday -
Business - Financial TimesChina’s industrial profits plunge as economic momentum falters
Steep monthly decline in September comes as policymakers battle to restore confidence2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
China's steel exports expected to falter in 2025 as pain from tariffs spread
Steel producers in China face a double-whammy of mounting overseas tariffs and weakened domestic demand at home.3 days ago -
World - The New York TimesGustavo Gutiérrez, Father of Liberation Theology, Dies at 96
Once considered revolutionary, his notion of empathy and advocacy for the poor has become a central tenet of Catholic social teaching.4 days ago -
World - ABC NewsJapan'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 ...4 days ago -
World - ABC NewsCanada's Trudeau vows to lead his Liberal Party into the next election
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he will lead his Liberal Party into the next election, dismissing a request by some party members to not run for a fourth term4 days ago -
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Top stories - NBC NewsHarris turns to the Democratic Party's biggest stars to make her closing argument to voters
After having spent the last month trying to persuade undecided voters to support her, Kamala Harris will now pivot to the closing argument phase of her campaign.4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Man arrested in attack on Democratic party campaign office in Arizona
An Arizona man is in custody after police say he shot at a Democratic party campaign office in Phoenix. Jeffrey Michael Kelly, 60, was arrested Tuesday. Officials say they found more than 200 guns ...4 days ago -
Top stories - ABC NewsDemocratic populists are key to congressional control and their party's future
Democrats have struggled with working-class, populist voters, but this year, a slate of congressional races could help reverse the tide -- or intensify it.5 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Bank of Canada resorts to jumbo rate cut as growth falters
Slowdown prompts shift to 50bp reduction, with rate-setters saying borrowing costs are likely to fall further5 days ago -
Top stories - The New York TimesThere’s One Main Culprit if Donald Trump Wins
They should look at themselves and the way they practice politics.6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC NewsObama rallies Democrats in Wisconsin's liberal bastion as they fret over 'coin flip' election
With just two weeks to go, former President Barack Obama made the case against Donald Trump in Wisconsin.6 days ago -
Politics - The HillObama's comments reveal what the Democratic Party thinks about the Black electorate
Former President Barack Obama and Vice President Kamala Harris have criticized Black men for not being excited about the Democratic Party, citing a perceived lack of support for women in politics.October 20 -
World - ABC NewsJapan's ruling party headquarters is attacked with firebombs and suspect is arrested
Tokyo police say a man was arrested after throwing several firebombs into the headquarters of Japan’s ruling party in Tokyo, then crashing his car into the fencing of the prime minister’s residenceOctober 19 -
Business - The New York TimesMan Arrested in Japan After Attack on Governing Party Headquarters
An assailant tried to breach security at the office of the new prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, the police in Tokyo said.October 19 -
Politics - The HillDemocrats look to quash threat from Green Party's Jill Stein
Democrats are sounding the alarm over Green Party candidate Jill Stein as they look to avoid a repeat of the 2016 presidential election, in which Stein was accused of playing spoiler in key swing ...October 18 -
Business - Financial TimesChina’s economy grows 4.6% in third quarter
Lowest figure in year and a half comes as Beijing steps up stimulus effortsOctober 18 -
World - The GuardianJapan 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 - The GuardianAre Black voters abandoning the Democratic party? | Steve Phillips
Polls that show Kamala Harris losing Black support have Democrats in a panic. The reality is more complicated. Are Black voters gravitating towards Donald Trump in meaningful numbers? Recent polls ...October 17
