Brazil Runoff Set: Right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro beat incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil’s first round (about 47% vs 45%), setting up an Oct. 25 runoff; markets cheered with a jump in the real and stocks, while analysts warn Lula now faces an uphill climb. Congress Shift: The right also made major gains in the Senate and Chamber, raising fears among Indigenous and environmental groups that protections for the Amazon could weaken. Amazon Alarm: Indigenous and environmental organizations warned that stronger far-right power could boost mining on Indigenous lands, even as deforestation politics remain a flashpoint. US-Mexico Border Tension: Mexico demanded proof after the U.S. alleged shots fired from the Mexican side, as both countries keep troops deployed along the border. Caribbean-Venezuela Food Ties: Barbados’ agriculture minister visited Venezuela to advance cooperation on food and agriculture security and connectivity. Messi Farewell: Lionel Messi’s final Argentina match vs Benin is Tuesday in Buenos Aires, with the squad already celebrating with an asado and “cuddles.” Argentina Rugby Bid: Argentina submitted a joint bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup with Uruguay, Chile and Brazil.