Japan's ruling party secured a supermajority in the country's lower house on Sunday, fueled by the popularity of its first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, according to NPR Politics. Elsewhere, the French government announced a 16-point plan to boost the country's fertility rate, including encouraging all 29-year-olds to have children, as reported by Sky News. In other news, scientists revealed the reconstructed face of a "vampire" whose remains were mutilated to prevent them from rising from the dead, also according to Sky News.
Prime Minister Takaichi's gamble to revive her ruling party through her popularity paid off, resulting in the party's biggest electoral win in its seven-decade history, NPR Politics reported. The election results reflect a significant shift in Japanese politics, with the public seemingly embracing Takaichi's leadership.
Meanwhile, the French government's initiative to encourage 29-year-olds to have babies is part of a broader strategy to address declining birth rates, Sky News reported. The plan includes more free egg-freezing centers. Health officials hope to prevent future fertility problems by encouraging younger citizens to start families.
In Croatia, scientists reconstructed the face of a man believed to be a "vampire," whose body was exhumed, beheaded, and reburied face down in an attempt to prevent him from returning from the dead, according to Sky News. The discovery, made in a fortress in eastern Croatia, provides a glimpse into historical beliefs and practices surrounding death and the supernatural.
In the world of fashion, Victoria's Secret is betting on the younger generation's embrace of glamour, according to Fortune. CEO Hillary Super noted that Gen Z shoppers, unlike millennials, did not grow up with the body image issues of the 2000s and are more receptive to the brand's runway show. Super, who joined the company in the fall of 2024, has re-energized the show after previous attempts to change the brand's narrative.
Finally, The Verge released its 2026 Valentine's Day gift guide, offering a range of gift ideas for her, from smart rings to Lego roses, according to The Verge. The guide aims to help readers find thoughtful and sincere gifts for their loved ones.
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