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• Bolsonaro leads the first runoff poll in Brazil with a four-point advantage over Lula, according to Datafolha
  Senator and candidate Flávio Bolsonaro leads with 49% of voting intentions versus 45% for President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in the first poll ahead of the runoff of Brazil's presidential elections…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T05:17:12Z
• Why Ethiopia-Eritrea Tensions Pose Another Threat to Red Sea Shipping
  Ethiopia is on a precipice, with rival armed forces mobilizing across the country, old alliances fracturing and clashes intensifying.
  Bloomberg us 2026-10-09T05:15:00Z
• Spain’s housing crisis takes centre stage ahead of snap election
  Longstanding anger over unaffordable housing in Spain has become a central issue in next month’s general election, as rising rents, a shortage of public housing and a boom in tourist rentals put gro…
  RFI europe 2026-10-09T05:12:02Z
• Graphene opens new way to detect brain damage after stroke
  An international team of scientists involving Spain's CSIC has developed graphene sensors that pinpoint the brain regions most vulnerable after a stroke, tested in mice, opening the door to preventing…
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T05:03:29Z
• Labour Holds Off Green Party in Election for Starmer’s Former London Seat
  Sagal Abdi-Wali won a special election in central London that was seen as an early test for Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Keir Starmer’s successor.
  NYT us 2026-10-09T05:02:57Z
• El Niño could weaken the polar vortex. Does a scorching summer mean a freezing winter?
  El Niño’s European weather impacts tend to be indirect and less severe than in the tropics. But experts warn it could weaken the polar vortex.
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T05:02:41Z
• Russia slashes cancer care as defence spending hits post-Soviet record
  The federal cancer programme budget falls from 44.9 billion to 3.87 billion roubles in 2027 — a nearly 40-fold reduction against 2025 levels — as defence spending reaches 35% of all federal expend…
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T05:00:40Z
• Second UK health body drops Israeli drug firm after activist pressure
  Decision by Royal College of Pharmacy to end sponsorship comes after concerns over Teva Pharmaceuticals’ ‘activities’ A second major UK health body has cut ties with an Israeli drug firm after c…
  Guardian uk 2026-10-09T05:00:39Z
• Revealed: the 'black box' wastewater trade that rakes in millions for UK utility companies
  Exclusive: Firms made more than £340m last year from processing industrial and commercial wastewater at sewage works that are unable to remove many chemical pollutants Water companies in the UK made …
  Guardian uk 2026-10-09T05:00:39Z
• Somalia-born refugee wins by-election to UK Parliament
  Abdi-Wali, who represents the Labour Party, gathered 45.17%
  TASS russia 2026-10-09T05:00:26Z
• EU capitals caught between markets and metrics as debt fears rise
  Also in this newsletter: Putin meets his central Asian frenemies
  ft uk 2026-10-09T05:00:02Z
• Javier Milei and his measures, live: the president once again lashed out at the press and accused a journalist of being a "leftist"
  A decorated veteran of the Falkland Islands war is emerging as the leading candidate to take charge of the National Intelligence School (ENI), with the mission of carrying out a new model for training…
  La Nacion latam 2026-10-09T05:00:00Z
• French kitchenware Tefal faces legal ultimatum over harmful chemicals, as Europeans’ health at stake
  Environmental NGOs have threatened to sue the owner of Tefal, a leading French kitchenware company, over failing to phase out forever chemicals from their products, at a high price for consumer health…
  EUobserver europe 2026-10-09T05:00:00Z
• PM vows efforts to uphold value of Hangeul in AI era
  SEOUL, Oct. 9 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Han Seong-sook on Friday pledged to mak...
  Yonhap asia 2026-10-09T04:59:05Z
• Defense Forces strike Russian Osa air defense system with drones in eastern sector
  Fighters from the Signum Unmanned Systems Battalion struck the Russian invaders’ “Osa” anti-aircraft missile system twice with drones on the eastern front.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-10-09T04:58:00Z
• Philippines thought Pogos were gone. Corruption and AI still power them
  Two years after the Philippines banned its notorious offshore gaming hubs, or Pogos, a recent crackdown on hundreds of foreigners has highlighted a worrying trend of embedded corruption that still ena…
  SCMP asia 2026-10-09T04:56:49Z
• US Won't Attack Iran Before Midterms, Trump Says
  US President Donald Trump said in a social media post on Thursday that the US would not be attacking Iran before November’s midterm elections. His decision comes despite Iran escalating attack…
  Bloomberg us 2026-10-09T04:56:48Z
• From barbershops to nature courses: How community-driven campaigns are rethinking men’s mental health
  As waiting lists for mental health care continue to grow, community-driven campaigns across Europe have been finding unique ways to support men in particular.
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T04:53:43Z
• A municipal official from Neuquén was removed from her position for allegedly assaulting a woman in a public space
  This Thursday, the Municipality of the Neuquén town of Aluminé confirmed the definitive separation of the Environment Secretary, Gloria Molina. According to Mayor Diego Victoria, the decision was ma…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:53:05Z
• In 1769, a French explorer gifted Māori two pigs; their descendants helped establish feral pig populations in New Zealand
  A French explorer's gift of two pigs in 1769 led to trade, escapes, and wild herds. Here is what science says about the damage they caused.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:49:34Z
• The economy is a concern at the Casa Rosada, but the Government rules out a scenario of social unrest
  The economic data is worrying at the Casa Rosada, but the ruling party is convinced that a scenario of social unrest is not a potential danger today. Amid speculation about Luis Caputo's continuity—…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:48:59Z
• Sáenz projects a new term in Salta but flirts with becoming a national player
  The governor of Salta, Gustavo Sáenz, has a roadmap designed. It may undergo modifications. Detours, reconsiderations, unforeseen obstacles. He is determined to seek his second reelection in order to…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:48:40Z
• In 1986, Onondaga Lake reopened to fishing after sewage and industry made it infamous, and it now has more than 65 documented fish species
  Swimming was banned by 1940 and fishing by 1970. Today, Onondaga Lake is the cleanest in over a century, with 65-plus fish species documented.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:48:33Z
• Amid the debate over young candidates, LLA is preparing a congress with more than 1,000 activists to show its structure
  The Youth of La Libertad Avanza will meet this Saturday in Morón to hold its Provincial Congress. The gathering aims to bring together more than 1,000 young people from Buenos Aires Province and take…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:48:18Z
• The Government concedes on disability and land to avoid tensioning relations with its allies over the Budget and the PASO
  The ruling party in the Chamber of Deputies has shown in recent weeks to be more receptive than usual to the demands of its allies and provincial blocs. The concessions included a promise to restore t…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:47:56Z
• Ukraine needs additional $67 billion to finance its military expenditures in 2027
  Ukraine’s own revenues stand at mere $71.7 billion
  TASS russia 2026-10-09T04:42:58Z
• Trump chief of staff’s daughter Katie Wiles photographed with pro-Russia politician amid Bosnia lobbying row
  Katie Wiles, the daughter of White House chief of staff Susie Wiles, has been photographed holding a rifle alongside a senior official from Bosnia.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:40:37Z
• Danang cracks down on begging as Vietnam tourism surges
  Nikkei asia 2026-10-09T04:37:32Z
• FirstFT: SoftBank turns to Gulf for $100bn in AI financing
  Also in today’s newsletter: Maersk’s shopping spree and UBS’s options
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:34:58Z
• Estonian rescuers deliver equipment shipment to Ukraine
  The Estonian Rescue Department has provided its Ukrainian counterparts with equipment for rescuing people and dealing with the aftermath of Russian attacks.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-10-09T04:34:00Z
• SoftBank seeks $100bn from Gulf investors to expand AI bet
  Founder and chief executive Masayoshi Son has held talks with senior figures in the UAE in recent weeks
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:30:01Z
• Who is Oscar Belgal? 5 things on New York City man shot by ICE agents in Marble Hill; Mayor Mamdani vows action
  Oscar Belgal has been identified as the man shot in New York City by ICE agents as Mayor Zohran Mamdani vowed to take action against the agency.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:28:40Z
• Police boost presence and detain 17-year-old after 'Bloody Friday' threat to Polish schools
  Warnings about an alleged series of attacks on schools planned for 9 October have circulated on social media. Police say they are monitoring the situation and will deploy officers to schools they beli…
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T04:28:39Z
• Mexico prison clash in strife-torn Sinaloa state leaves 10 dead
  Nine inmates and one visitor killed in Sinaloa prison riot, local authorities say.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-10-09T04:26:55Z
• Uproar in NY after ICE shoots man with child in the car
  There are protests and outrage in New York after ICE agents shot a man after surrounding his vehicle.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-10-09T04:26:50Z
• In 1979, China introduced smooth cordgrass to create coastal land; it now covers about 68,000 hectares and reduces feeding space for shorebirds
  In 1979, China introduced smooth cordgrass to turn tidal flats into land. It now covers about 68,000 hectares, cutting feeding space for migratory shorebirds.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:26:50Z
• Nobel laureate Machado says Venezuela is ‘ready’ for new elections
  Exiled Nobel Peace Prize laureate demands ‘transparency’ over oil revenues after deal with Trump administration
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:23:44Z
• Costa Rica increased trafficking convictions in 2025 with sentences of up to 14 years in prison, reveals U.S. report
  Costa Rica remained at Tier 2 in the 2026 trafficking in persons report because, although the Government increased its efforts, it did not fully meet the minimum standards for eliminating the crime. A…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:21:17Z
• 6 leaders received awards as ‘America’s greatest living innovators’ from Donald Trump. Only 1 is US-born
  The leaders received awards from US President Trump in two categories: the National Medals of Science and the National Medals of Technology and Innovation.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:17:29Z
• Panama maintains its level in the fight against human trafficking
  Panama remained at Tier 2 in the U.S. State Department's annual human trafficking assessment, which acknowledged an increase in investigations, prosecutions, and convictions during 2025, while warning…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:17:14Z
• Masked ICE officers shoot a man while making an arrest in New York, officials say
  Eyewitnesses say they saw a few masked officers wearing Department of Homeland Security branded clothes surrounding a man on the ground who appeared injured. They say they heard three or four gunshots…
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T04:16:34Z
• Putin promised to "do everything possible" to end the war in the Middle East after meeting with the president of Iran
  Russian President Vladimir Putin promised on Thursday to "do everything possible" to contribute to ending the war in the Middle East during a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, i…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:16:25Z
• Panama's state payroll exceeds 270,000 employees and has added more than 17,000 since January
  The Panamanian public sector payroll surpassed the barrier of 270,000 employees in August 2026, reaching 270,301 workers, according to the report of the Office of the Comptroller General of the Republ…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:16:22Z
• China warned Myanmar syndicates, Trump urged Xi to talk to Takaichi: SCMP’s 7 highlights
  We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would…
  SCMP asia 2026-10-09T04:15:06Z
• Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: firm uses 3D-printed tiles to restore coral reefs
  In 2014, a University of Hong Kong research team watched two years of reef restoration work collapse in Sai Kung. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department had asked the researchers to sp…
  SCMP asia 2026-10-09T04:15:04Z
• Hong Kong national security police charge man over seditious social media posts
  Hong Kong national security police have charged a man with publishing seditious material on social media, while court proceedings did not reveal details of his posts. The force’s national security d…
  SCMP asia 2026-10-09T04:13:05Z
• Former Uruguayan president Julio Sanguinetti receives the Salvadoran vice president and praises the approval of Bukele's government
  Julio María Sanguinetti, former president of Uruguay, received the vice president of El Salvador, Félix Ulloa, this Thursday in Montevideo, in a meeting in which he praised the approval rating maint…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:12:01Z
• Costa Rica and the Netherlands join forces to curb drug shipments to Europe via trade routes
  Costa Rica and the Netherlands are advancing in strengthening their police cooperation to combat international drug trafficking, particularly the operations of criminal organizations that use trade ro…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:11:48Z
• Former Honduran congresswoman leaves the U.S. after a decade waiting for asylum and seeks a fresh start in Europe
  After nearly a decade of waiting for a definitive answer in her immigration process, former Honduran alternate congresswoman Delmis Carolina C'Nol Amaya decided to voluntarily leave the United States …
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:11:35Z
• What did Anthropic say about abusing Claude AI? New policy bans ‘cruel’ behavior
  Anthropic has announced that it will prohibit users from repeatedly subjecting its Claude AI models to needless abuse from November 12.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:11:31Z
• Honduras is considering producing soybeans on a large scale to replace imports
  Honduras is exploring producing soybeans on a commercial scale to supply the domestic market and, in a second phase, using the grain as raw material for biodiesel production. The proposal was discusse…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:11:16Z
• In 1999, Florida began restoring the Kissimmee River, a project that aims to reconnect 44 miles of channel and restore 20,000 acres of wetlands
  In 1999, Florida began refilling a flood canal on the Kissimmee River. Officials say it restored nearly 44 miles of channel and 20,000 acres of wetlands.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:11:07Z
• Panamanian Chamber of Commerce promotes engagement between young people, SMEs, and companies
  The Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama (CCIAP) is driving business connections to bring together young people, SMEs, and companies through commitments that could continue after …
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:11:03Z
• In 1907, Austria's emperor gifted chamois to New Zealand; the mountain animals spread through the South Island, browsing fragile alpine vegetation
  In 1907, Austria's emperor gifted chamois to New Zealand. They spread across the South Island, and studies show their diet may affect alpine and forest plants.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:11:03Z
• Nobel-winning AI scientist John Jumper said he was leaving Google DeepMind for Anthropic, drawing praise from Google AI chief Demis Hassabis
  John Jumper, the Nobel-winning mind behind AlphaFold, is joining Anthropic amid a fierce race for top AI talent, and Demis Hassabis publicly thanked him.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:11:00Z
• In 2014, Akon co-founded Akon Lighting Africa to bring solar power to rural Africa; within a year, it was reaching communities across 14 countries
  In 2014, Akon co-founded a solar program for rural Africa. It says it reached 14 countries in a year, but over 560 million in Sub-Saharan Africa lack power.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-10-09T04:10:54Z
• Victims of the helicopter crash that fell into Lake Atitlán in Guatemala were on their way to a corporate training session
  Volunteer Firefighters identified the victims of the plane accident on Lake Atitlán in Guatemala, who were going to attend a corporate training session that was suspended after the incident. The wat…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:07:58Z
• Tragedy in Mexico: a wrestling referee died after receiving a deadly hold in the ring
  HIDALGO.- Wrestling referee Gerardo Germán Pineda, 75, died after the wrestler known as "Hijo de Fishman" (36) applied a deadly hold on him inside the ring. The incident, which took place in Mexico, …
  La Nacion latam 2026-10-09T04:05:41Z
• Judicial Branch prepares registry of those convicted of violence against women in Panama
  The Judicial Branch of Panama is working on the implementation of a statistical registry of offenders convicted of violence against women, a tool whose creation is provided for in Law 82 of 2013. Near…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:04:44Z
• An alleged sniper kills a soldier of the Guatemalan Army in El Tumbador, San Marcos
  A member of the Guatemalan Army died after being shot in the head. According to authorities, the shot was fired by a sniper during security operations in the municipality of El Tumbador, in the depart…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:04:19Z
• Cuban regime acknowledges increase in hepatitis and diarrhea cases in children: "If you don't have safe water, you cannot prevent diseases"
  The Cuban regime acknowledged an increase in hepatitis and viruses that cause diarrheal diseases among children, such as norovirus and rotavirus. The warning was issued this Thursday by the vice presi…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:03:45Z
• Kyiv open to 'constructive dialogue' after Seoul recalls its ambassador amid North Korean POW disclosure row
  Kyiv says it is open to “constructive dialogue” with Seoul despite its decision to recall its ambassador. South Korea’s decision comes just days after its president threatened to take punitive a…
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T04:03:22Z
• The drone, the fine, a cat, and the police officer who escorted them to the border: the odyssey of an 'influencer' in Nicaragua
  The Russian-American content creator Yekaterina Vorokhobova, known as Tropical Russian, reported that she was detained with her pet in Bluefields for bringing a drone into Nicaragua in July 2024. The …
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:02:59Z
• Dominican Republic will allocate RD$2 billion (USD 3,3187.98) recovered from corruption to 40 sports facilities in 15 provinces
  The government of the Dominican Republic announced that it will allocate RD$2 billion (USD 33.3 million), funds recovered from corruption cases of previous administrations, to the construction and ren…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:01:46Z
• Dominican Republic will allocate RD$2 billion (USD 3,3187.98) recovered from corruption to 40 sports facilities in 15 provinces
  The government of the Dominican Republic announced that it will allocate RD$2 billion (USD 33.3 million), funds recovered from corruption cases of previous administrations, to the construction and ren…
  Infobae latam 2026-10-09T04:01:46Z
• A Rural Village Voted to Leave the U. K., Stirring Britain’s Migration Debate
  A plan to house 1,250 asylum seekers on the outskirts of Piddington prompted a symbolic independence vote, highlighting a growing dilemma for the government.
  NYT us 2026-10-09T04:01:06Z
• Barcelona team develops AI that detects ageing in blood stem cells
  ChromAgeNet has decoded chromatin architecture, the 3D organisation of DNA in the nucleus, distinguishing young from aged blood stem cells and opening new paths for cell rejuvenation.
  Euronews europe 2026-10-09T04:01:05Z
• EU faces gas supply shortage as winter looms
  BRUSSELS — The EU is facing a winter gas shortage that could leave it scrambling to replace lost energy supplies equivalent to the power used by 12 million homes, according to new reports shared wit…
  Politico EU europe 2026-10-09T04:01:00Z
• A Starbucks-Chipotle merger offers the wrong kind of synergy
  The overlap between the two brands is unlikely to be enough to justify a takeover premium
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:40Z
• Egyptian journalists plan weekend protest over detention of six colleagues
  Matsadaash staff allege torture and forced confessions after being held on charges of working for Muslim Brotherhood Egyptian journalists are planning a new protest in Cairo this weekend after six col…
  Guardian uk 2026-10-09T04:00:38Z
• How a plant selfie in Colombian jungle led to 'jaw dropping' giant waterlily find
  Species with leaves large enough to be seen from space is already critically endangered – and plans are afoot to protect it A chance social media encounter has led to the race-against-time discovery…
  Guardian uk 2026-10-09T04:00:37Z
• Five ways to tell if market trouble lies ahead
  The cost of credit default swaps for AI companies looking to borrow is rising
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:32Z
• The energy crisis is changing what investors want from oil majors
  Iran conflict has snarled up usually free-flowing energy markets
  ft markets 2026-10-09T04:00:32Z
• Some much-needed American optimism on Europe
  Siloed national markets, anti-competitive culture and low investment have stunted growth — but the opportunity is there
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:32Z
• Drop in fiscal headroom better option than Budget tax rises, says Jim O’Neill
  Former Burnham adviser tells FT that chancellor must not undermine confidence just as growth returns to economy
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:32Z
• University students will have to meet minimum entry standards to access loans
  Move comes as UK government seeks to deal with concerns about proliferation of underqualified people on poor-quality courses
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:32Z
• Famous Italian winery loses 30,000 bottles worth €5mn in heist
  Antinori says it hopes to ‘protect the market’ by alerting potential buyers
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:32Z
• US 10-year Treasury yields risk hitting 6% for first time since 2000, Pimco says
  Bond giant’s investment chief warns that further sharp rise in borrowing costs is ‘feasible’ as market participants are forced to unwind losing bets
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:31Z
• Starbucks’ new era of financial engineering?
  The world’s leading coffee shop chain has explored a takeover of Chipotle
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:31Z
• Why bank stocks are falling despite surging interest rates
  If funding costs rise, the expanding profit margins banks have enjoyed may start to reverse
  ft uk 2026-10-09T04:00:31Z