Japan PM Takaichi to Dissolve Lower House on Jan 23 for Snap Election
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will dissolve Japan’s lower house on January 23, triggering a snap general election—digital campaigns and youth issues take center stage.
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Maduro’s Son Breaks Down in Emotional Speech After Father’s Seizure
Venezuelan President’s son Nicolas Maduro Guerra broke down in tears during a National Assembly session in Caracas, vowing to fight for his father after his reported U.S. seizure.
Delcy Rodriguez sworn in as acting president of Venezuela
Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as acting president of Venezuela on Jan. 5, 2026, after a U.S. military operation captured Nicolas Maduro, urging unity and peace amid political upheaval.
Venezuela’s VP Delcy Rodríguez Steps In After Maduro’s Capture
Venezuela’s Supreme Court orders VP Delcy Rodríguez to serve as acting president after President Maduro’s reported capture by U.S. forces, shaking up the political scene.
Japan’s Opposition Slams Plan to Relax Arms Export Rules
Japan’s opposition has slammed the ruling coalition’s plan to relax weapons export rules, warning it departs from the country’s postwar pacifist stance and risks a military-industrial complex.