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Taiwan Lawmakers Brawl Over Bills That Would 'Damage Democracy'

Taiwanese lawmakers tackled and doused each other with water on Friday as President Lai Ching-te's party tried to block the passage of bills they say could harm the self-ruled island's "democratic system".

International Business Times · Dec 20, 2024

Up to 100 MPs could rebel against Labour over Waspi decision if vote held

UP to 100 Labour MPs could rebel against the UK Government’s decision to rule out giving compensation to Waspi women if a vote is held, it is…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 19, 2024

Melbourne teen accused of plotting school shooting applies for bail

Notes found in cell of 19-year-old detained after FBI tip-off allegedly included further plans for attacks, court hears

The Guardian - AU · Dec 5, 2024

‘My very death depends on it’: Terminally ill teacher urges MPs to back assisted dying bill

It comes as the Labour MP behind the legislation said she expects assisted dying to be used by just hundreds of people each year

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2024

Japan PM Set To Form Minority Government

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces a parliament vote on Monday that is expected to keep him in the job, but with a fragile grip on power after a disastrous general election.

International Business Times · Nov 11, 2024

Conor McGregor rape accuser thought she would never see her daughter again

Nikita Ni Laimhin is claiming civil damages against the MMA fighter and another man over an alleged sexual assault in a Dublin hotel in 2018.

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2024

Bank Of Japan Warns Of 'High Uncertainties' After Election

The Bank of Japan warned Thursday of "high uncertainties" following the ruling party's worst election result in 15 years, as it kept interest rates unchanged.

International Business Times · Oct 31, 2024

Worries For Japan Economy After Election Shock

Political uncertainty after Japan's election shock risks slowing economic reforms, pushing up government spending and even holding up the Bank of Japan's exit from its outlier monetary policy, economists said.

International Business Times · Oct 30, 2024

Bruised Japan PM Scrambles For Support

Japan's bruised Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is exploring potential collaboration with other parties after losing his majority in elections, local media reported Tuesday.

International Business Times · Oct 29, 2024

After Disastrous Election, What Happens To Japan's New PM?

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's ruling coalition fell short of his declared "victory line" of a majority in snap parliamentary elections, media projections showed Monday.

International Business Times · Oct 28, 2024