Emperor

An emperor is a sovereign ruler of an empire, often holding the highest political and sometimes religious authority. In modern contexts, it can refer to the head of state in a constitutional monarchy, such as in Japan.

Why it’s in the news: Emperors are in the news due to historical analysis, royal visits to disaster areas, and public criticism of high-profile leaders.

Latest on Emperor

• China’s only monogamous emperor: why Hongzhi refused a harem, remained dedicated to wife
• Online claims revive mercury mystery around tomb of first Chinese emperor
• Emperor and empress visit quake-hit Kumamoto Prefecture
• 'The emperor is naked': UEFA's Ceferin takes aim at FIFA boss Infantino
• Emperor and empress to visit quake-hit Kumamoto
• Emperor Emeritus Akihito’s funeral rite could be downsized, per his request

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