Twelve candidates are on Brazil’s presidential ballot, but the contest is focused on two rivals: President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, seeking a fourth and final term, and senator Flavio Bolsonaro. Lula says Brazil’s sovereignty is at stake amid pressure from Donald Trump, while Bolsonaro points to his White House ties and calls for better US deals, including over rare mineral resources.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 11:56

Cornell University remains embroiled in controversy over an alleged gang rape at a campus fraternity. In an eight-minute video released Saturday night, President Michael Kotlikoff called the allegations by a woman identified as Jane Doe deeply disturbing and said the university must do better.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 11:53

Bruce Springsteen began his Saturday performance at the “Power to the People” festival by paying tribute to Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were fatally shot by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis in January.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-04 11:45

Government research suggests about two-thirds of parents with young children feel overwhelmed by the volume of parenting information and struggle with conflicting advice. With social media offering support and a range of parenting philosophies to choose from, the debate is whether this guidance helps or heightens anxiety—and whether the pursuit of being a “perfect” parent is weakening parents’ own instincts.

BBBC News2026-10-04 11:30

‘Have a Seat’ host Chris Hansen explained on ‘My View with Lara Trump’ why he is funding pre-release advertising for the movie ‘Primetime,’ calling the film a “complete work of fiction.”

FFox News2026-10-04 11:30

Bloomberg This Weekend features conversations spanning news, politics, lifestyle and culture, with discussions involving lawmakers, business leaders and cultural figures. The Oct. 4 program highlights the latest on FlyDubai, the US-Iran standoff, the data-center boom and Russia’s renewed strikes on Kyiv.

BBloomberg Television2026-10-04 11:03

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz paid tribute to Ukrainian soldiers killed in the war during a meeting in Kyiv on Sunday, as Russia intensified its attacks.

TThe Associated Press2026-10-04 11:00

China’s AI ambitions now extend beyond catching up with Silicon Valley. Beijing is building an ecosystem spanning chips, data centers, energy, talent and global markets to challenge US technological dominance. As Chinese companies release more powerful models, the contest is increasingly about who will shape the future rules of AI.

DDW News2026-10-04 11:00

Georgia, once a deeply Republican state, has become increasingly competitive in recent years. John King visits the state to hear voters discuss demographic changes that could push it further toward Democrats in the midterm elections and reshape this battleground.

CCNN2026-10-04 11:00

In this episode of Deja Vu, author Tariq Ali traces the rise and fall of al-Andalus, examining how Muslims shaped Europe over centuries and how book burnings and the loss of a shared past continue to influence European politics.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 11:00

An Israeli strike on a civilian vehicle in Gaza killed one Palestinian and wounded at least 11 others on Sunday. Israel’s military said it was targeting a Hamas militant. Palestinians reported intensified Israeli fire and airstrikes across Gaza over the past month. In Tel Aviv, Israelis held their weekly protest in Hostages Square, the last before Wednesday’s third anniversary of the October 7 attack.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 10:59

Polling has opened in Brazil in one of the most closely contested elections in the country’s history. Incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is seeking a fourth non-consecutive term against far-right Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The 159 million eligible voters will also choose governors and federal and state representatives.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 10:50

South Korea is investing almost $900bn to compete with China and the US as an AI superpower. To build a strong domestic talent pool, primary pupils are learning robotics and coding while also examining the ethics of the technologies they create.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 10:30

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Democrats are the party of “no” and argues on “My View with Lara Trump” that the GOP’s legislative agenda is putting more money in people’s pockets.

FFox News2026-10-04 10:30

Catch up on the most important stories from Europe and beyond in Euronews’ midday bulletin for October 4, 2026, covering news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.

Eeuronews2026-10-04 10:05

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made an unannounced visit to Kyiv to demonstrate support for Ukraine as it fights Russia. The capital is facing increasingly frequent Russian missile and drone attacks on key infrastructure, including energy facilities needed for electricity and heating as winter approaches. Economy Minister Katherina Reiche accompanied him.

DDW News2026-10-04 10:01

The programme says that 368 days into a ceasefire, Israel has killed at least 1,439 Palestinians in Gaza. The United States is dispatching more soldiers and ships to the Middle East while completing its military withdrawal from Iraq. Gaza has held another mass funeral, and at least 74,040 Palestinians have been killed there by Israel since October 7, 2023.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 09:55

Moscow has bombed another Kyiv bridge while German Chancellor Friedrich Merz was visiting the Ukrainian capital. Merz said the unplanned trip was meant to demonstrate Germany’s support for Ukraine. Traffic has resumed slowly, while video shows a large hole in the roadway. Experts say the bridges are highly robust and difficult to destroy even with ballistic missiles.

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 09:52

Brazilians are voting for governors and lawmakers, but the presidential race carries the greatest stakes. Twelve candidates are on the ballot, with the contest viewed as a toss-up between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro. Lula is seeking a fourth and final term, warning that Brazil’s sovereignty is at risk amid pressure from Donald Trump. Bolsonaro is stressing his White House ties and arguing that Brazil needs better deals with the US, including over its rare…

FFrance 24 English2026-10-04 09:49

Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly powerful tool in modern warfare. In Gaza, Israel has used it for surveillance to identify, monitor and analyse Palestinians. The report comes from Deir el-Balah in central Gaza.

AAl Jazeera English2026-10-04 09:45

Around 3.4 million voters in Bosnia and Herzegovina are choosing the three members of the country’s multi-ethnic presidency, national lawmakers and heads of institutions in its two entities. A pro-Russian politician and the stalled EU bid dominate the race.

Eeuronews2026-10-04 09:43

A report says Ethiopian federal troops have retaken Mekelle airport. Abdullahi Boru Halakhe, a senior advocate for East and Horn of Africa at Refugees International, discusses the situation in Tigray, the humanitarian crisis, access challenges and what the international community should do next.

TTRT World2026-10-04 09:39

The Houthis say Saudi Arabia carried out 26 strikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, on Saturday. Annelle Sheline of the Quincy Institute discusses Yemen and rising US-Iran tensions, examining the strategic stakes, proxy dynamics and risks of further escalation in the region.

TTRT World2026-10-04 09:36

Little Louder Music co-founder Arturo Buenahora Jr. says country music comforts listeners in crazy times during an appearance on ‘The Big Weekend Show.’

FFox News2026-10-04 09:30