Abe wins landslide in Japan election may seek constitution change
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's ruling bloc maintained a supermajority in Japan's 465 seat House of Representatives, surpassing 310 seats as NHK projects. The victory strengthens Abe's bid for leadership renewal and could enable pushing constitutional amendments including Article 9.
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Typhoon Lan Leaves Tokyo Barely Hit as Two Die
A rapidly weakening Typhoon Lan made landfall in Japan causing landslides and floods while Tokyo escaped major damage. At least two people were killed and transport services disrupted as the storm downgraded to Category 2 after moving north from Category 4. The Self-Defense Forces supported response efforts amid ongoing flood warnings.
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Pahor faces runoff after first Slovenia presidential vote
Slovenian President Borut Pahor trails with 47.1 percent in 99 percent of votes and heads to a November 12 runoff against Marjan Sarec who won 25 percent. Turnout was 43.5 percent.
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Americans fear corruption and health costs top 2017 list
Chapman University survey shows 75 percent fear government corruption, up from 61 percent. Health care, North Korea and pollution follow as major anxieties, with Trumpcare and Obamacare fears high. Environmental issues rise in prominence, while terrorism and gun restrictions fade from the top fears.
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