Japan held a snap election on Sunday, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi seeking to solidify her position after recently taking office. Early projections indicated a decisive victory for her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) coalition, potentially securing up to 300 of the 465 seats in the Lower House, according to Reuters. This election served as the first major electoral test for Japan's first female prime minister.
The snap election was called by Takaichi just months after she was elected by lawmakers. The conservative leader has garnered support by promising tax cuts and subsidies, although critics expressed concerns about the potential impact on Japan's economy, which has been sluggish. Sky News reported that Takaichi enjoys popularity among younger voters, who are drawn to her leadership style.
In other news, Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alexeyev, Russia's deputy head of military intelligence, regained consciousness after surgery following a shooting in Moscow on Friday. Russian media reported that the general was attacked in his apartment building and was in serious condition. Two suspects were arrested and were expected to be questioned. Russian officials have blamed Kyiv for the attack, but Ukraine's foreign minister denied any involvement, according to Reuters.
Also on Sunday, Lindsey Vonn was preparing to compete in the women's downhill at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. This marked a remarkable comeback for Vonn, who had torn her ACL just over a week prior in a World Cup race. She completed her training in the women's downhill on Friday and Saturday, and was also scheduled to compete in the women's team combined downhill and the women's super-G, according to Fox News.
In celebrity news, Kristin Cavallari shared insights into her dating life, revealing a strict six-month rule she follows after learning from past relationship mistakes. While answering fan questions on her podcast, "Let's Be Honest," Cavallari discussed the difference between infatuation and love, stating, "I have gotten confused by infatuation far too many times," according to Fox News. She explained that she now avoids saying "I love you" within the first six months of a new relationship.
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