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Prince Hisahito Turns 20 Amidst Japan's Reinforced Male-Only Succession Rules

Prince Hisahito of Japan has turned 20, coinciding with the Japanese government's reinforcement of male-only succession rules for the imperial throne.

15 Aug 202610:38 pm

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Liechtenstein Changes Succession Rules, Allowing Women to Inherit Throne

Liechtenstein's royal house has announced changes to its succession rules, which will now allow women to inherit the principality's throne in the future.

22 Jul 20265:25 am

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Japan's Imperial Family Changes Succession Rules Amid Heir Shortage, Keeps Female Empress Ban

Japan's Imperial Family has relaxed its succession rules due to a shortage of heirs, but the ban on female empresses remains in place. This change aims to addre

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