Crypto Crackdown: Mexico seized a suspected crypto-mining operation in Puebla’s Sierra Norte, with transformers, satellite links, and nearly 300 computing units, as investigators probe whether generated funds helped launder illicit money. Brazil Politics: Polls show Flávio Bolsonaro and Lula neck-and-neck ahead of Brazil’s Oct. 4 election, with markets reacting to the tight race and Supreme Court turmoil. Argentina Sovereignty: Argentina says its Ushuaia naval base will monitor resources and sovereignty in the South Atlantic, while it files new complaints over Falklands oil exploration. Messi Farewell: Lionel Messi is called up for Argentina’s Oct. 6 home friendly vs Benin as a farewell after his Aug. 31 international retirement. Venezuela/UK Diplomacy: Venezuela and the UK agreed to raise bilateral relations, citing constructive dialogue and cooperation. Caribbean Migration: Venezuelan migrants in Trinidad and Tobago say they’ve waited over six months for updates on a migrant registration framework. Caribbean Climate: A $12.55M regional project launches to strengthen climate resilience in Caribbean fisheries and coastal livelihoods. Brazil Environment: A new IPAM analysis says gold mining is the biggest threat to Indigenous lands in the Brazilian Amazon, driving deforestation and mercury contamination. Colombia Football: James Rodríguez officially retires from Colombia’s national team after 15 years and 131 caps. U.S.-Venezuela Oil: A report highlights a small California firm’s troubled past as it moves into Venezuela’s oil sector amid U.S. policy shifts.