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Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya announced on Sunday that he plans to attend the inauguration of Donald Trump as U.S. president on January 20. This decision comes as Japan, under Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s government, seeks to reinforce its strong relationship with its key security ally, the United States. Iwaya emphasized Japan’s commitment to building a reliable, trust-based relationship with the incoming Trump administration. He made these remarks during an appearance on the NHK public broadcaster’s talk show. Iwaya also indicated that he was looking to arrange a meeting with Senator Marco Rubio, who Trump has selected to be the…

On Friday, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved Germany’s lower house of parliament to pave the way for snap elections on Feb. 23 after Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-way coalition collapsed. “Especially in difficult times like now, stability requires a government capable of acting and reliable majorities in parliament,” Steinmeier said in Berlin, explaining that this is why early elections were the right way forward for Germany. Steinmeier added in a speech that politics must again focus on problem-solving after the elections. The president, whose role has been largely ceremonial in the post-war era, called for the election campaign to be conducted fairly…

Highlights Germany is actively investigating possible security lapses after a man drove his car into a Christmas market, killing at least five people. The attack, which occurred on December 23, has raised urgent questions about the effectiveness of security measures in the country. As the nation grapples with the aftermath, authorities are under pressure to find answers and prevent similar tragedies in the future, especially with a snap election looming. The man, who has been arrested, is identified as a 50-year-old psychiatrist from Saudi Arabia. Investigators are working to determine the motive behind the attack, as the suspect’s background and…

On Monday, Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda announced that they have entered official talks to merge and create the world’s third-largest automaker by sales. During a press conference, Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe explained that the companies need greater scale to compete in developing new technologies for electric vehicles and intelligent driving. He stated that a business integration would give the companies an “edge that will not be possible under the current collaboration framework.” The deal aims to share intelligence and resources, deliver economies of scale and synergies, while preserving both brands, he added. A holding company will be formed as…

Houston Texans star receiver Tank Dell suffered a potentially devastating knee injury during the third quarter of Saturday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The injury, which resulted in Dell being carted off the field, visibly affected several of his teammates, who struggled to hold back tears on the sidelines. The injury occurred on a play that initially seemed like a cause for celebration. Dell caught a 30-yard touchdown pass from quarterback CJ Stroud, pulling the Texans (9-5) within a single point of the Chiefs, 17-16. However, as Dell made the catch in the back of the end zone, he…

U.S. Navy pilots safely ejected over the Red Sea on Sunday after what appeared to be friendly fire shot down the F/A-18 fighter jet they were in, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). CENTCOM stated that the F/A-18 was flying off the USS Harry S. Truman when it was downed. One of the pilots may have sustained minor injuries during the ejection. The USS Gettysburg, a guided missile cruiser in the USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, mistakenly fired on and hit the F/A-18, CENTCOM reported. CENTCOM added that a full investigation is underway. Officials did not disclose the…

A newly released report from Google Trends suggests that current events and TikTok trends influenced the recipes Americans searched for. This year, Americans searched for recipes including a famous breakfast pastry, life-changing macaroni and cheese, and cookies made famous by an NFL player’s mother. Here are the top five: 1. “Olympics chocolate muffins”  Google Trends reported that the chocolate muffin from the Olympic village was the most searched-for recipe in the United States. The muffins gained attention after Norwegian swimmer Henrik Christiansen shared them on TikTok, quickly becoming a viral sensation among Olympians and viewers at home. Team USA swimmers…

A Key Member of England’s 1966 World Cup Squad George Eastham, a member of England’s 1966 World Cup-winning team, has passed away at the age of 88. Although he did not feature in England’s victorious World Cup campaign on home soil, Eastham was an integral part of Sir Alf Ramsey’s squad. The tournament remains England’s only World Cup triumph in history. A Distinguished Playing Career Eastham, born in Blackpool, enjoyed a successful career at several major clubs, including Newcastle, Arsenal, and Stoke City. Despite not playing in the final, his contribution to the team’s overall success in 1966 was significant.…

Since Amazon acquired Hollywood studio MGM in May 2022, it has set its sights on fully exploiting the intellectual property of the fictional superspy James Bond. The acquisition sparked anticipation for new developments in the Bond franchise, with many speculating that Amazon would bring fresh content to Prime Video. However, Amazon has yet to release any new Bond movies or cast a new actor to take on the iconic role of 007. Fans have been left waiting, as there has been no major update on the future of the franchise since the 2021 release of No Time to Die. The…

WASHINGTON — The Democratic-led Senate confirmed President Joe Biden’s 235th federal judge, marking a milestone for the outgoing president by surpassing the number of judges secured by former President Donald Trump. This latest confirmation on Friday could be Biden’s last, meaning he will leave office with one Supreme Court justice, 45 appeals court judges, 187 district court judges, and two judges on the U.S. Court of International Trade. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer hailed the vote as “historic” as the gavel fell to applause in the Senate chamber. “The majority has now confirmed more judges under President Biden than any…