Uruguay's new President Yamandú Orsi takes office

It appears to be a peaceful and celebratory transition of power! Good news! 

Alleged Coup Plot in Tajikistan Linked to Pre-Transition Jitters. Hereditary power transition?

What is new in Central Asia? Same old, same old?

Alleged Coup Plot in Tajikistan Linked to Pre-Transition Jitters - Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center "A spate of arrests in Tajikistan come as President Emomali Rahmon prepares to step down in favor of his son."