Kathryn Ledebur, director of the Andean Information Network, joins TRT World News Hour to discuss Brazil’s presidential election. She examines the runoff, the key issues shaping the contest and what the result could mean for the region.

TTRT World2026-10-04 09:28

The Mustaqbal Centre for Special Needs, the only school of its kind in Somalia’s capital, may close as funding comes under pressure. It offers free education to more than 140 children, 70 percent of whom have been diagnosed with autism. Government support covers only some costs, while private donations have fallen sharply as prices and energy expenses rise.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 09:15

The remains of Bulgaria’s medieval ruler Tsar Samuel have been laid to rest in the capital, Sofia. Bulgarian fighter jets flew them back from the Greek border after decades of negotiations with Athens, under an agreement that also involved returning religious artefacts.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 08:39

Protesters take to the streets of Madrid to demand help for renters amid Spain’s housing affordability crisis. Spanish lawmakers rejected an emergency package aimed at addressing the problem earlier this week.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-04 08:34

Fox News host Jimmy Failla and the panel discuss astrology’s role in relationships on “Fox News Saturday Night.”

FFox News2026-10-04 08:30

Ireland and Israel are due to meet in the second leg of their Nations League tie in Serbia, with political tensions dominating attention. In last week’s first match in Bulgaria, Irish players wore black armbands in support of Gaza and deliberately bowed their heads during Israel’s anthem. The Irish team then ended a pre-match press conference early after intense questioning from Israeli journalists.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 08:27

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says the US proposal centres on the nuclear issue, while Iran’s foremost concern is reopening the Strait of Hormuz. He says Tehran wants peace and stability restored in the waterway but that the United States must take tangible measures.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 08:26

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his main challenger, Flavio Bolsonaro, concluded their campaigns on Saturday in São Paulo state, which accounts for one-fifth of the national vote. Both sought to rally supporters and persuade undecided voters ahead of Sunday’s knife-edge election. Mareeke Reethof, a lecturer in Latin American politics at the University of Liverpool, offered further insight.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 08:25

Flock Security cameras in the United States form an AI-powered surveillance network that records licence plates and other vehicle information. Their controversial use has become a political issue ahead of the midterm elections, while vandals are increasingly targeting the cameras.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 08:23

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for attacks in Riyadh, including against facilities belonging to Aramco. Residents reported seeing flames and smoke from an oil facility outside the Saudi capital. The Houthis also accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out dozens of strikes on Sanaa and warned they would answer any escalation with further escalation.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 08:21

Maritime security and military defence analyst Alexandru Hudisteanu tells Al Jazeera that deploying a third US aircraft carrier would give Washington greater leverage and more military options regarding Iran, without necessarily indicating that strikes are imminent.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 08:00

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Sunday to show support for Ukraine in its war with Russia. His arrival came a day after Moscow warned foreigners and diplomats to leave the capital, saying it would face new “massive” airstrikes.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 07:58

The panel on ‘The Big Weekend Show’ discusses President Donald Trump’s remarks on the conflict with Iran and his call to make daylight saving time permanent.

FFox News2026-10-04 07:30

The report examines the upcoming Holborn and St Pancras by-election, where Green leader Zack Polanski is standing. It considers how much of a gamble a resurgent Labour Party makes the contest for him, and what could follow if he performs poorly.

BBBC News2026-10-04 07:10

Young Palestinians in Gaza City are using concrete slabs, rubble and damaged rooftops as improvised skate parks to keep their sport alive. Israel’s war has destroyed most skate parks across the Strip, while skating gives young people mental relief, rare moments of normalcy and a sense of freedom amid the devastation.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 07:00

Bosnia is voting in a general election after a campaign dominated by parties closely aligned with the ethnic divisions of the 1990s war. Voters are choosing a large number of officials across several levels of government under the complex system that has held the partitioned country together since the 1995 peace deal.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 06:51

Panelists on “Gutfeld!” discuss trending stories from the week, including a failed stock-trading ban, whether Gen Z dislikes capitalism, and Kamala’s latest “word salad.”

FFox News2026-10-04 06:30

A rapidly spreading wildfire burned Saturday in the Angeles National Forest northeast of Santa Clarita, California, prompting evacuation orders and warnings in the area.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-04 06:00

The leader of the Ku Klux Klan tells Al Jazeera that support for the hate group is increasing ahead of the US midterm elections, attributing the rise to the current political climate. As younger white supremacists reach larger audiences on social media, the report examines how relevant the KKK remains in 2026 through voters’ views in Boone County, Arkansas.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 05:47

Acting Deputy Attorney General Trent McCotter discusses the Justice Department’s charges against 10 non-citizens accused of voter fraud in Minnesota and its appeal of a Florida federal judge’s ruling on laws concerning non-citizen voting.

FFox News2026-10-04 05:30

Getty photographer Alex Pantling reflects on covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sharing his experience with European Lens and highlighting some of his favourite images from the tournament.

Eeuronews2026-10-04 05:15

A morning bulletin rounding up the most important stories from Europe and beyond on October 4, 2026, covering world news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.

Eeuronews2026-10-04 05:05

Donald Trump offers what he calls a “sign of respect” ahead of the midterm elections. Former presidential counselor Kellyanne Conway discusses the upcoming vote, voter sentiment about the economy and key Senate races.

FFox News2026-10-04 04:30

Vinicius Rodrigues Vieira, an associate professor of economics and international relations at the Armando Alvares Penteado Foundation, says Brazil’s presidential election is a very close contest between incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro, who is running on behalf of his father. Vieira considers an October 25 runoff the most likely outcome. He says Lula’s appeal to defend sovereignty against Donald Trump’s tariffs and pressure on Supreme Court justices has not resonated as strongly as expected.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 04:16