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Brazil keeps left: what Lula's victory means for his country and beyond
In today's newsletter: As Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva secured victory in the presidential race, we look the implications for democracy, the environment and international relationsGood morning. Chances are you woke this morning to news of two momentous election results. In Serbia, a student-led movement has ousted the country's long-serving leader, Aleksandar Vučić (which you can read more about here). And just hours ago, Brazil's president staged a sensational turnaround against his far-right opponent after a nail-biting vote.Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, known as Lula, won a forth nonconsecutive term as president, seeing off far-right senator Flávio Bolsonaro, who spearheaded the radical populist movement built by his father and former president, Jair. Jair Bolsonaro is serving a 27-year prison sentence for plotting a coup after he lost the 2022 election.UK news | Two people have been killed and more than 160,000 properties have been left without power as Storm Boelo continues to batter the UK.Crime | British police are recording a growing number of crimes linked to cocaine, including assaults, domestic abuse and dangerous driving, as figures show consumption has surged across England.France | Hundreds of thousands marched in cities across France on Saturday in largely peaceful protests to support schoolchildren's demands for more teachers and repairs to dilapidated buildings, as Emmanuel Macron faces a social and political crisis in his final months as president.UK politics | Prime minister Andy Burnham's call for the UK to consider a return to free movement with Europe has been backed by senior cabinet ministers including Angela Rayner but risks causing concern among fellow red wall MPs.Aviation | Three in four European airline pilots have taken microsleeps in the cockpit, while almost a quarter routinely fly despite being too fatigued to work, according to a report.Tuesday | Israel goes to the polls on Tuesday, amid orders from prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a full lockdown of the occupied West Bank after recent checkpoint attacks. His government will be fighting for its survival.Wednesday | On Wednesday Chancellor John Healey will deliver his first budget statement in the House of Commons, which is expected to give local authorities more spending powers, as a means to promote growthThursday and Friday | European and Canadian leaders will meet in Montreal for the 21st EU-Canada summit, to discuss security and strategic cooperation. It will be the first opportunity for leaders to iron out details over a proposed invitation for Canada to become the EU's first ever "associate member" Continue reading...
Brazil runoff live updates: world leaders congratulate Lula on historic election win as Bolsonaro refuses to concede
Leftist president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva defeated the far-right senator and was elected president of Brazil for a fourth non-consecutive termFull report: Lula wins fourth term as Brazil's president over Flávio BolsonaroLive second round resultsThe local electoral court ordered the immediate restoration of 100% of the bus fleet and ordered the arrest of the municipal transport secretary, Pablo Souza, on suspicion of an electoral offence and disobeying court orders. The arrest warrant could not be carried out, however, because he is in Paris on what the city government described as an "official mission", and is not expected to return to Brazil until Monday.Late in the afternoon, Flávio Bolsonaro also filed requests for voting to be extended by two hours in cities in the states of São Paulo, Paraná and Santa Catarina, but because of heavy rain that he said had prevented voters from turning out. Continue reading...
Rahul Gandhi acquitted in 2018 defamation case over remarks on Amit Shah
A special MP/MLA court in Sultanpur dismissed a defamation case against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday. This case originated in 2018 due to remarks Gandhi made about Amit Shah during a rally. Vijay Mishra, a local BJP politician, filed the complaint alleging Gandhi's comments were defamatory. Rahul Gandhi appeared before the court in 2023, where he secured bail successfully.
Winnipeg Jets’ winless skid hits 5 with another 1-goal loss in Heritage Classic
The Jets scored their lone goal with under five minutes left as their losing streak went to five games with a 2-1 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens in the Heritage Classic.
Tharoor On Lula Victory: Congress MP hails Brazil poll result; warns on Brazil–US tensions
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor welcomed Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's re-election as Brazil's president in a recent post. Tharoor emphasized Lula's commitment to social inclusion, economic justice, and poverty alleviation after his closely contested victory. The election reflects Brazil's preference for democratic resilience and cooperation amid rising right-wing movements in Latin America. Issues surrounding the voting process emerged, with disputes raised by both campaigns before result announcements.
Exiled opposition leader María Corina Machado returns to rapturous reception in Venezuela
Nobel peace prize winner's return after almost a year in exile is unlikely to please interim president Delcy RodríguezThe Venezuelan opposition leader, María Corina Machado, has announced she has returned to Venezuela almost a year after she left the country to receive the Nobel peace prize."I'm here. With you," she wrote on X on Sunday lunchtime. Continue reading...
Hopes for higher voter turnout in Thunder Bay, Ont., as election day approaches
As communities across Ontario prepare to elect their new municipal leaders, political scientists are hoping to see higher voter turnouts than four years ago. Thunder Bay, Ont., reported above-average turnout at just under 43 per cent in the 2022 election, compared to the provincial average of around 33 per cent.
Weather tomorrow: Heavy rain alert across 10 states; Andhra Pradesh, Yanam under red alert amid Cyclone Arnab; Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana to get heavy showers
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall in several parts of India on Tuesday, October 27, with Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and parts of central India likely to experience intense showers. Thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and squally condition...
'We hear you': Rahul Gandhi's message to traders in Delhi amid anti-CEC stir
Rahul Gandhi has publicly backed the traders in Delhi struggling from the ramifications of ongoing protests and governmental restrictions. He pointed fingers at the administration for hampering commerce by suspending metro services and blocking roads. Traders are reportedly facing losses of around Rs 3,000 crore following previous rallies in October.
'We're not doing great': Gilgeous-Alexander in tears after Williams suffers gruesome leg injury
Guard stretchered off court after apparent serious injuryTeam will learn more about status on MondayShai-Gilgeous Alexander scored 34 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder stayed undefeated but they lost All-Star guard Jalen Williams to what appeared to be a serious leg injury during their 108-101 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday night.Oklahoma City won their third straight game to start the season but lost three players to injury, including Williams, who went down hard on a drive to the basket with 1:14 left. The guard's left leg gave way as he landed and his foot bent at an unnatural angle. The 25-year-old left the court on a stretcher with towels covering his injured leg. He covered his mouth with his hands when he looked down at the injury while Gilgeous Alexander and players on both teams appeared to be in shock. Continue reading...
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Today In History
2005 — Chicago White Sox Win First World Series Since 1917
The Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros to win the team's first World Series title since 1917. How much do you know about baseball? Shaun Best—Reuters/Alamy
1984 — Release of The Terminator starring Arnold Schwarzenegger
The action thriller The Terminator was released in the United States; hugely successful, it made actor Arnold Schwarzenegger a star and established director James Cameron as a bankable filmmaker
1979 — Park Chung Hee assassinated
On this day in 1979, South Korean President Park Chung Hee was assassinated by his lifelong friend Kim Jae Kyu, head of the Korean Central Intelligence Agency, who was sentenced to death for his actions
1970 — Muhammad Ali Returns to Boxing After Vietnam Draft Refusal
Following an absence of more than three years, American boxer Muhammad Ali returned to the ring, defeating Jerry Quarry; Ali had been barred from fighting after he refused to be inducted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War
1958 — Boeing 707 Enters Service with Pan Am
America's first jet airliner, the Boeing 707, entered service for Pan American World Airways
1955 — Austria Enacts Constitutional Neutrality Law
In 1955, Austria enacted a constitutional law establishing its perpetual neutrality.
1918 — Ludendorff Resignation Paves Way for WWI Armistice
Prussian General Erich Ludendorff was forced to resign by Emperor William II on Prince Maximilian's advice, in an effort to establish an armistice agreement to end World War I
1916 — Birth of French President François Mitterrand
François Mitterrand, who served two terms (1981–95) as president of France and was the country's first socialist to hold the office, was born in 1916.
1905 — Formation of the St. Petersburg Soviet in 1905
The St. Petersburg soviet (workers' council) was formed during the Russian Revolution of 1905, marking an important step in the revolutionary movement against the tsarist regime.
1881 — Earp Brothers' Gunfight at the O.K. Corral
A feud between the Earp brothers (Wyatt, Virgil, and Morgan) and an outlaw gang led by Ike Clanton escalated into a celebrated gunfight at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, Arizona Territory. criminality and famous outlaws quiz National Archives, Washington, D.C
1825 — Opening of the Erie Canal Connecting Great Lakes to NYC
After some eight years of construction, the Erie Canal, which connects the Great Lakes with New York City via the Hudson River at Albany, officially opened; its success propelled New York City into a major commercial centre and encouraged canal construction throughout the United States
1813 — Battle of Châteauguay, 1813
British and U.S. troops clashed in the Battle of Châteauguayduring the War of 1812
1795 — Dispersal of the National Convention in France
The National Convention, the assembly that governed France during a pivotal period of the Revolution, was dispersed

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