The decision affects 163,020 citizens residing abroad registered in the Electoral Census of Absent Residents (CERA).

Last Monday, the Spanish Supreme Court upheld the precautionary suspension of voting rights for some citizens who acquired Spanish nationality through the Democratic Memory Law, which generated concern among descendants of Spaniards residing in Cuba.

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The measure maintains restrictions on registration in the CERA for individuals who obtained nationality under an instruction signed in October 2022 by Sofia Puente, then Director General of Legal Security and Public Faith.

The decision does not affect all beneficiaries of the Democratic Memory Law, but rather 163,020 citizens residing abroad registered in the CERA. It also does not restrict the right to vote for those who obtained nationality and subsequently established their residence in Spain.

The Democratic Memory Law allowed children, grandchildren, and other descendants of Spaniards who lost or renounced their citizenship as a consequence of exile for political, ideological, or other reasons stipulated in the legislation to obtain Spanish nationality.

The now-challenged instruction established a presumption of exile for Spaniards who left the country between July 1936 and December 1955, provided they could prove their departure from Spain during that period.

The strong expression of support for #Cuba at the @UN today sends an unmistakable message: no U.S. political maneuver can conceal the devastating humanitarian impact of the blockade and energy siege on our people.

While the U.S. staged an event aimed at discrediting Cuba,… pic.twitter.com/yY25kULBnl

— Ernesto Soberón (@SoberonGuzman) October 19, 2026

Estela Marina Perez, president of the Association of Descendants of Spaniards Around the World (ADEM), pointed out that around 90% of nationality applications were based on this instruction, especially in countries like Cuba.

ADEM filed an appeal against the precautionary measures and argues that the suspension of voting rights harms people who obtained nationality through procedures officially approved by the Spanish State.

However, Perez stated that among naturalized citizens residing in Cuba, the main concern is not the inability to vote, but rather the possibility that a future ruling could invalidate the instruction that facilitated thousands of applications.

The ADEM representative warned that if the Supreme Court were to conclude that this instruction was irregular, numerous naturalization processes already granted or still pending could be affected, generating uncertainty among thousands of descendants of Spaniards abroad.

#Cuba | British Lawmaker Jeremy Corbyn calls for an end to the US blockade following his participation in a humanitarian aid mission, stressing that lasting relief requires more than emergency assistance.#JeremyCorbyn #Blockade #teleSUREnglish pic.twitter.com/ZbRzDGqd76

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 17, 2026

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Source: Diario de Cuba

It charges the Revolutionary leader with ‘conspiracy to commit first-degree murder.’

On Monday, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel called the Florida Court’s arrest warrant for Army General Raul Castro a “reprehensible action” and a “pathetic Miami circus”.

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“The reprehensible action taken against the Army General this morning—a pathetic circus in Miami with an electoral agenda—lacks, and will forever lack, any legal basis, let alone any practical merit. Raul is Raul, and every affront to his person will always be met with the determination of a people to defend the Revolution,” he said.

“This maneuver, dressed up in legal terms by anti-Cuban politicians against Raul and against Cuba, deserves our firm condemnation. It is part of an aggressive agenda and reflects the difficulties they face in trying to justify the blockade and the collective punishment of our people,” Diaz-Canel stressed.

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez also condemned what he called a “sterile maneuver” driven by anti-Cuban politicians in South Florida. The minister maintained that the accusations were unfounded and linked them to a strategy of political pressure and hostility.

YES to a 30-year-old Cuba case. NO to today's problems.
FYI: A U.S. grand jury in Florida has indicted Cuban leader Raul Castro, a move widely seen as an escalation of Washington's pressure campaign against Cuba.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez swiftly condemned the… pic.twitter.com/WDXuhlWeeT

— China Xinhua News (@XHNews) May 21, 2026

The attack occurred on February 24, 1996, in international waters, where three U.S. citizens and one legal permanent resident of the United States died. Miami-based “Brothers to the Rescue” carried out missions to locate and assist Cubans attempting to leave the island by sea for the United States.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the warrant charges the former Cuban leader with “conspiracy to commit first-degree murder” for the events that occurred nearly three decades ago.

The warrant, signed by a Miami judge, is based on an investigation into Castro’s alleged role as Minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Cuba. According to U.S. authorities, Cuban agents gathered information about flights belonging to the Brothers to the Rescue organization and transmitted it to Havana.

The U.S. investigation maintains that this information “facilitated” the interception of the aircraft by Cuban military fighter jets during an operation that resulted in the downing of both planes.

#Cuba | Cuba is reforming its state-owned enterprises to expand financial autonomy, boost domestic production, and strengthen cooperation with the private sector amid US sanctions.
The government says public ownership will remain central to its economic model.#EconomicReforms… pic.twitter.com/GJMG0FJz6d

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 16, 2026

teleSUR: JP

Source: France 24

Magistrate Bellizze warns daily fine could double to about US$185,000 if Meta fails to comply.

On Monday, the Brazilian Superior Electoral Tribunal gave the technology company Meta a 24-hour deadline to demonstrate that the campaigns of the two presidential candidates, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro, are receiving equal treatment on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.

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Magistrate Marco Aurelio Bellizze warned that if Meta does not demonstrate that it has complied with the equity measures previously ordered, the court will double the planned daily fine to about US$185,000 until the end of the runoff that will take place on Oct. 25.

His decision comes after both campaigns went to court to denounce that their political content is being harmed by Meta’s platforms and to accuse the company of favoring its rival.

This discriminatory treatment has been particularly notable against the campaign of President Lula da Silva, according to denunciations by militants of the Workers’ Party.

More generally, Brazilians have confirmed that Meta-controlled social networks have imposed limitations on the advertising boost of the leftist candidacy and have selectively restricted the dissemination of posts linked to Lula and his supporters.

Esto es un escándalo por el que tendría que responder Zuckerberg
La periodista Daniela Lima muestra en directo como la IA de Meta favorece la campaña de Bolsonaro creando imágenes de "Flavio 22", y con las mismas instrucciones se niega a hacerlas de "Lula 13". pic.twitter.com/SGb5NjStcR

— Julián Macías Tovar (@JulianMaciasT) October 14, 2026

The text reads, “This is a scandal for which Zuckerberg would have to answer. Journalist Daniela Lima shows live how Meta’s AI favors Bolsonaro’s campaign by creating images of ‘Flavio 22,’ and with the same instructions refuses to make images of ‘Lula 13’.”

Last week, Judge Bellizze determined that Meta offer equal treatment to both candidates in a decision that was endorsed on Friday by the entire electoral tribunal.

In Monday’s decision, the magistrate stated that there are still not enough elements to conclude that Meta deliberately manipulated the distribution of content, but he considered that the multinational has not satisfactorily demonstrated compliance with all previous orders.

Bellizze also questioned that Meta has assumed the authority to modify the deadlines set by the Court, since it requested more time to comply.

Among the court’s demands on Meta are explanations about recommendation systems, the review of ads from both candidacies, the identification of those responsible for political advertising and the measures adopted against possible networks of inauthentic profiles.

The new decision comes after Meta last week denied any interference in the Brazilian elections and rejected accusations of favoring a candidate. The company attributed the problems denounced by the Lula campaign to technical incidents and assured that its systems do not classify or distribute content based on political ideology.

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Source: EFE

Christopher Landau met with Paraguayan President Peña to discuss regional security and investment opportunities.

On Monday, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau began a three-day visit to Paraguay, where he announced that U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are interested “on refocusing attention on the Western Hemisphere.”

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Landau specified that their attention is focused specifically on “the Great America,” a territory that Washington considers extending from Canada to Tierra del Fuego, at the southern tip of South America.

During the day, the senior U.S. official met with President Santiago Peña and Vice President Pedro Alliana as part of a visit he described as “very important” for U.S. diplomacy, which seeks to explore investment opportunities and regional security.

“We talked about security issues. Paraguay is located in the heart of South America, and I think there are many opportunities to strengthen those ties,” he said after meeting with Peña and Alliana.

🇵🇾🇺🇸 El presidente Santiago Peña recibió al subsecretario de Estado adjunto de Estados Unidos, Christopher Landau, quien inició una visita oficial de tres días a Paraguay.

🔗🗞 https://t.co/bVQpC0lwLs pic.twitter.com/EaZXZZ4wB6

— IP Paraguay (@IPParaguay) October 19, 2026

The text reads, “President Santiago Peña received the U.S. Deputy Undersecretary of State, Christopher Landau, who began a three-day official visit to Paraguay.”

He also indicated that his visit recognizes “the great importance” of the relationship between the two nations and that there are “many win-win situations given Paraguay’s great potential” for investors.

On Monday, Landau arrived accompanied by a delegation of U.S. business executives and Juan Pablo Segura, deputy assistant secretary of state for Western Hemisphere affairs.

On social media, President Peña posted a welcome message in Guarani and Spanish in response to a post by Landau, who lived in Paraguay from 1972 to 1977, when his father, George Landau, served as ambassador to the South American country during the U.S.-backed dictatorship of Alfredo Stroessner (1954-1989).

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Source: EFE

The delegation finished the competition with 75 medals, including 24 gold.

On Saturday, Italy achieved its second consecutive title at the World Skate Games in Paraguay, beating Colombia in a close race for first place in the overall medal count.

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The Italian delegation finished the competition with 75 medals, including 24 gold, while Colombia finished second with 49 medals and 23 gold. Spain took third place with 47 medals, 17 of which were gold.

The Italian wins were based primarily in the artistic and technical disciplines, where they achieved a significant advantage over their rivals. In artistic skating, Italy won twelve medals compared to Colombia’s three.

Meanwhile, Colombia showed its dominance in speed skating, amassing 35 medals in this discipline, including 17 gold. Therefore, they solidified a hegemony that has allowed them to win 23 world titles.

🌎 World Skate Games ASU🇵🇾2026 🛼

🛹 ¡A puro #Skateboarding en el Parque Olímpico Paraguayo! ✨

🚨EN VIVO – COPTV: https://t.co/vLo2focNRu #ParaguayPuede pic.twitter.com/vij7N1zgCp

— Comité Olímpico Pyo (@coparaguay) October 15, 2026

The text reads, “World Skate Games Asuncion 2026. Pure Skateboarding in the Paraguayan Olympic Park!”

Among the tournament’s outstanding performances was that of 15-year-old Spaniard Egoitz Bijueska, who was crowned champion in the park skateboarding event, ahead of renowned international figures.

Sebastian “Chevi” Guzman, a Venezuelan-born, naturalized Spanish sprinter, won five medals and broke his own world record in the 100-meter sprint with a time of 9.467 seconds.

According to the organizers, the Games brought together 5,600 competitors from 91 countries between October 2nd and 18th. The participants competed in 11 sports and 40 disciplines, making the event one of the biggest international skating events.

#FromTheSouth News Bits | The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization's World Food Forum is being held in Rome, Italy, offering nations an opportunity to showcase their capabilities and limitations in ensuring food security. pic.twitter.com/APin31lft6

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 14, 2026

teleSUR: JP

Source: EFE

Houthi Gen. Saree denounces 110 airstrikes in 24 hours as rescue teams search rubble.

On Sunday, the Yemeni government led by the Ansar Allah party (Houthi) denounced that Saudi Arabia’s airstrikes turn a family lunch into a massacre in Saada, leaving 10 killed and 23 wounded, most of them women and children.

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“Thirty-three people, most of them women and children, had gathered for a family occasion. As they were preparing to eat, Saudi warplanes launched airstrikes at midday, reducing their home to rubble and turning the joy of their reunion into a bloody tragedy. Amid the ruins, cries for help mingled with the groans of the wounded and the shock of local residents,” Ansar Allah media official Nasr al-Din Amer said.

“Ambulances from the Republican Hospital and vehicles mobilized by residents rushed to the scene, while rescue workers and locals struggled to find survivors and pull victims from beneath the debris. The complete destruction of the house made the rescue operation extremely difficult, delaying efforts to reach those trapped underneath.”

“Children’s small bodies bore the devastating impact of shrapnel and injuries, as the entire family was left confronting an act of horrifying brutality. There was nothing in the Al-Qahm family home but relatives gathering to share a meal, before Saudi airstrikes tore them apart, leaving some dead and others wounded,” al-Din Amer stressed.

“Another crime committed by Saudi forces using American bombs. The world merely watches the suffering of Yemenis, yet raises its voice in outrage when they seek to avenge their loved ones and retaliate against those responsible for twelve years of such crimes,” he added.

Saudi-backed Yemeni government fears potential Ansarallah takeover of third-largest city
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Fighting across Yemen has escalated sharply as the Saudi-backed government scrambles to defend key positions against a sweeping offensive, according to Al Jazeera.

Over recent days,… pic.twitter.com/LSPckOhDZg

— The Cradle (@TheCradleMedia) October 19, 2026

A bomb also destroyed a drinking water depot in the Al Dhalea district. Heavy artillery stationed at the border attacked various sectors of the town of Shada, while health authorities deployed emergency assistance teams to care for the affected population.

General Yahya Saree, spokesperson for the Yemeni Armed Forces, confirmed that enemy forces carried out 110 airstrikes and missile launches in the last 24 hours. He detailed that fighter jets took off from Saudi military bases to bomb civilian targets in Sana, Taiz, Hodeidah, Amran, Hajjah, Al Jawf, and Marib.

The military spokesperson stressed that the cumulative total of strikes carried out since the start of the current escalation amounts to 2,652 bombings on the territory.

These actions are part of an offensive deployment that hits basic infrastructure, family homes and essential service facilities in various provinces of the country.

Faced with the persistence of the aggressions, the Yemeni armed forces ratified that they will continue carrying out military response operations against strategic positions of the neighboring country.

In this regard, the command issued a formal warning addressed to aircrews and international companies about the dangers of transiting Saudi airspace.

The Houthi authorities called on the international community to condemn the systematic destruction of civilian goods indispensable for urban survival. Currently, the situation in the affected governorates remains under high tension while rescue teams remove rubble in search of survivors.

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Source: Al Mayadeen

Among its key milestones is the experimental confirmation of the pion, a subatomic particle.

Bolivia is promoting the candidacy of the Chacaltaya Cosmic Physics Laboratory for UNESCO World Heritage status. The scientific center is considered the highest in the world, located at 5,220 meters above sea level.

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The laboratory belongs to the San Andres High University and is situated on Chacaltaya mountain in the Andes Mountains, about 30 kilometers from the city of La Paz.

According to researchers at the institution, the main reason for the nomination lies in the historical significance of the scientific discoveries made at this site over several decades.

Among its key milestones is the experimental confirmation of the pion, a subatomic particle whose existence was predicted in 1935 by Japanese physicist Hideki Yukawa and confirmed at Chacaltaya in 1947.

🏔️¡Una nueva cima para las Cholitas Escaladoras de Bolivia 🇧🇴!

Con apoyo de OIT, la Asociación Cholitas Escaladoras Khunu obtuvo personalidad jurídica.

Un paso clave para fortalecer su organización, avanzar en su formalización y ampliar sus oportunidades de trabajo decente. pic.twitter.com/K9UUIpRWxv

— OIT Países Andinos (@OITAndina) October 15, 2026

The text reads, “A new milestone for the Cholita Climbers of Bolivia! With support from the ILO, the Khunu Cholita Climbers Association has obtained legal status.

This is a key step in strengthening their organization, advancing their formalization process, and expanding their opportunities for decent work.”

The work carried out at the laboratory was linked to internationally renowned scientists such as Hideki Yukawa, Cecil Frank Powell, and Cesar Lattes, whose contributions were recognized as significant advances in modern physics.

In addition to particle physics research, the center expanded its activities into areas such as astrophysics, astronomy, and atmospheric physics, establishing itself as an international scientific leader.

The mountain also houses a station of the World Meteorological Organization’s Global Atmosphere Watch network, dedicated to monitoring greenhouse gases, aerosols, and radiation.

The University is managing the nomination to UNESCO with the support of countries such as Brazil and Japan. The process requires prior recognition by Bolivian regional and national authorities.

#FromTheSouth News Bits | In Bolivia, the indigenous march arrived in La Paz, where they are demanding that the government repeal a new land law passed on April 8. pic.twitter.com/J9JryjZKvv

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) May 7, 2026

teleSUR: JP

Source: EFE

She rejects Western accusations of Russian involvement in unrest in France.

On Sunday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova strongly criticized French President Emmanuel Macron, describing his condemnation of the massive student protests as an example of hypocrisy and double standards.

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“So, when the French smash Paris, it demands uncompromising condemnation and harsh measures, but when protesters smash cities in other countries, we should watch in silence,” she wrote on her Telegram channel.

“What is needed is uniform standards, not endless Western manipulation of human rights issues and interference in the internal affairs of sovereign states,” Zakharova stressed.

Referring to the student protests that intensified over the past week, the Russian diplomat also accused Macron of stealing money from the French people to finance the Ukrainian regime led by Volodymyr Zelensky.

“Guns and shells instead of school supplies and textbooks — these are the priorities of France’s political leadership today. While billions of euros are being channeled to support the neo-Nazi regime in Kiev,” she said.

On Sunday, Zakharova also categorically denied accusations by Western leaders that her country was involved in the social unrest in France. “The EU’s accusations show how disrespectful the bloc is toward its own citizens,” she pointed out, and posted a video in which she answers the question of who actually attacked Europe.

“The beginning of the recording includes statements by European political leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. They talk about a threat that allegedly originates from Russia,” Akmu reported.

“Following are footage of riots and pogroms in France, Italy, and Albania, accompanied by the question: ‘Were they Russians?’ The video ends with a categorical answer: ‘No, the Europeans attacked the ‘blooming garden’,” the European outlet added.

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Source: TASS – Akmu – The Moscow Times

New probe examines financial transactions, ties to lawyer Tomaz and payments for the senator’s trips to Europe.

On Sunday, newspapers Estadao and Folha revealed for the first time that the Brazilian Federal Police had sent a new investigation to the Supreme Federal Court (STF) to examine suspicions of money laundering involving presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro and lawyer Willer Tomaz.

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The investigation seeks to clarify the relationship between them and possible irregularities in financial transactions detected during another probe related to the movement of capital through betting activities.

The journalistic revelation came hours before a televised presidential debate in which Workers’ Party leader Lula da Silva challenged the far-right senator to authorize Brazilian authorities to examine his bank accounts and phone so the Brazilian people could learn the origins of his personal wealth and his family’s fortune. Flavio Bolsonaro refused to do so.

On Oct. 8, the case file for the new investigation arrived at the Supreme Court and was assigned by lottery to Justice Alexandre de Moraes. Previously, he oversaw the case that ended with a 27-year prison sentence for coup plotting against former President Jair Bolsonaro, Flavio’s father.

Brazil’s election offers a simple choice:
Governance from Brasilia or from Washington.https://t.co/TORegJQvQK

— BRASILWIRE (@BRASILWIRE) September 21, 2026

De Moraes was also the justice responsible for the proceedings in which Eduardo Bolsonaro, the far-right presidential candidate’s brother, was sentenced to four years in prison for attempting to coerce judges and orchestrate U.S. sanctions against Brazil to obstruct the case against his father.

According to investigators, an analysis of data extracted from digital files linked to lawyer Willer Tomaz revealed records indicating a close relationship between him and Flavio. Items found in the material examined by the Federal Police included references to meetings, parties and gatherings, as well as the lawmaker’s personal documents.

The investigation also indicates that a bank account linked to Willer Tomaz recorded transactions totaling about 130 million reais between March and May 2025. Investigators seek to establish the origin and destination of these funds, as well as verify possible connections to companies and financial operations related to the betting sector.

The case also includes information about payments for Flavio’s trips to Europe and an account linked to Alcazar Holding, in which the senator was identified as the “master user.” Both Flavio and Willer deny any wrongdoing and say their relationship is one of “friendship.”

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Sources: Estadao – Folha – La Jornada

Acting President Rodriguez praised voter participation in the Second 2026 National Consultation.

Venezuelan Minister of Communes, Social Movements and Urban Agriculture, Angel Prado, announced that direct financing for projects selected in the Second 2026 National Consultation will begin next week.

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In a review of the electoral process held on Sunday, he explained that financial resources will be allocated promptly to begin work in communities before the end of the year, coordinating budget execution with the December holiday season.

Prado also said the election called by Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez was characterized by massive public mobilization, reaffirming the model of participatory democracy and territorial self-management in the face of external aggression.

On Sunday, to guarantee the exercise of voting rights throughout the country, the Venezuelan state deployed 11,495 polling centers and 12,769 polling stations organized around 5,418 communal circuits and more than 48,000 communal councils.

Youth organizations played an active role in the election. Albany Montilla, vice minister for youth, highlighted the inclusion of younger generations in collective decision-making and the resolution of social needs in their immediate communities.

Youth Minister Sergio Lotartaro announced that authorities are preparing the next National Youth Consultation. The event will put to a vote projects designed exclusively by grassroots youth organizations throughout the country.

Acting President Rodriguez Praises Participation

Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez congratulated citizens who participated Sunday in the Second 2026 National Popular Consultation and emphasized that investment funds for the selected projects are ready for implementation.

The acting president described participation as extraordinary and expressed satisfaction with the process’s results. “I could only say that I feel very happy. I thank you and congratulate you,” she said.

Rodriguez said the consultation reflects a democracy that is growing stronger and respects the decisions of communities organized into neighborhood circuits. “I want to congratulate all Venezuelan citizens who have participated in this consultation because it represents a genuine belief in a democracy that is growing stronger,” the president said during a telephone interview.

Rodriguez said the next step is to fulfill the commitments and implement the approved projects, for which investment funds are already available. “I am making the most important announcement: The investment funds for these projects are already ready to be allocated for their implementation,” she emphasized.

Venezuela’s acting president called for continuing along the path of respect for democratic and peaceful coexistence, in which popular organizations guide decisions within their communities and condominium boards.

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Source: teleSUR – MinComunas

A special sesion will include a performance of Don Quixote, one of the company’s emblematic works.

On Sunday, the National Ballet of Cuba announced a special season to celebrate its 78th anniversary, the 81st anniversary of the United Nations (UN), and the 50th anniversary of the island’s Ministry of Culture.

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The first gala will take place on October 20 at the National Theater of Havana to honor the Ministry of Culture, coinciding with the celebrations of National Culture Day.

The program will include a performance of Don Quixote, one of the company’s emblematic works. Contemporary Dance of Cuba and the National Folkloric Ensemble will also participate, presenting renowned pieces from their repertoires.

The performances on October 24 and 25 will be dedicated to the UN anniversary. For this occasion, the National Ballet of Cuba will present Giselle in the stage version by the legendary ballerina Alicia Alonso.

🇨🇺 Through blackouts and shortages largely spurred on by the U.S. oil blockade, Cubans are still working hard to preserve the arts.

Cubans in ballet and acting display extreme dedication as they "live day to day" through hardships to persevere against U.S. sanctions. pic.twitter.com/jBvKYUMIWH

— Cuban Americans For Cuba (@Cubans4Cuba) October 14, 2026

The season will close on October 28th, commemorating the anniversary of the first performance given in 1948 by the then-Alicia Alonso Ballet, the precursor to the current national company.

During this final performance, “The Magic of Dance,” an anthology featuring highlights of 19th-century ballet in versions conceived by Alicia Alonso, will be presented, along with the epilogue to Gottschalk’s Symphony.

The institution explained that these performances aim to compensate for the cancellation of the Alicia Alonso International Ballet Festival of Havana, which cannot be held this year due to the country’s economic difficulties.

#Cuba | Cuba is reforming its state-owned enterprises to expand financial autonomy, boost domestic production, and strengthen cooperation with the private sector amid US sanctions.
The government says public ownership will remain central to its economic model.#EconomicReforms… pic.twitter.com/GJMG0FJz6d

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 16, 2026

teleSUR: JP

Source: EFE

The celebration also included a horror-themed fashion show and contests focused on costumes, acting, and performance.

On Sunday, hundreds of people participated in the 19th annual Zombie Walk in Mexico City, an event that combined horror costumes with a food drive for families in need.

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Attendees, dressed as zombies, witches, ghosts, and other characters, marched from the Revolution Monument to the Zocalo, one of the country’s most iconic public squares.

Organizers emphasized that the event aimed to demonstrate that “zombies are also compassionate.” While donations were voluntary, participants were encouraged to contribute non-perishable food items.

The call for donations included food such as rice, beans, and canned goods, which were given to the organization Food for All, dedicated to distributing aid to vulnerable individuals and families.

Revelers dressed as zombies filled the streets of Mexico City for the annual Zombie Walk, with many wearing elaborate costumes inspired by pop culture characters, including Michael Jackson's iconic 'Thriller' zombies pic.twitter.com/6GIWtafqvs

— Reuters (@Reuters) October 19, 2026

The 19th anniversary celebration also included a horror-themed fashion show and contests focused on costumes, acting, and performance.

Among the groups present were Resident Evil fans, circus performers, K-pop group BTS enthusiasts, and performances inspired by Mictlantecuhtli, the Aztec deity associated with death.

In addition to zombie weddings and themed makeup services, the event promoted respect among attendees and community support, transforming a Halloween party into an act of solidarity.

#Mexico | Five people are dead after powerful storms battered the Pacific coast, triggering widespread flooding and emergency rescues.
The disaster raises fresh concerns over the growing threat of extreme weather.#Flooding #ClimateChange #teleSUREnglish pic.twitter.com/a27BUDw9zy

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 13, 2026

teleSUR: JP

Source: EFE

They denounce police brutality, budget cuts and the deterioration of public services as workers join the demonstration in Paris.

On Monday, students from the Ecole du Louvre blocked access to the museum in support of the secondary school student movement and to denounce police brutality during protests. They blocked the main entrance through the Pyramid and the entrances along the Richelieu Passage.

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“We are proud to announce that we have blocked the largest museum in the world,” the students said in a leaflet distributed to inform Louvre visitors.

In their statement, the Louvre students accused the government of President Emmanuel Macron of responding to social discontent with police repression. They also denounced budget cuts, job losses and the deterioration of public services.

The protesters justified the museum blockade as a last resort after several weeks of mobilization and expressed their support for the student movement that began in the French overseas territories and spread to Paris.

🚨 PARIS | La police RÉPRIME violemment le blocus de Sciences Po ce matin

La police a arrêté un étudiant et déboîté l’épaule d’une étudiante en la traînant par terre. Une partie des étudiant•es est allée soutenir les blocus des Saints-Pères (UPC) et du Louvre. pic.twitter.com/SHk5mbAgwB

— Révolution Permanente (@RevPermanente) October 19, 2026

The text reads, “Paris. Police violently suppressed the blockade at Sciences Po this morning. Officers arrested one student and dislocated another student’s shoulder while dragging her along the ground. Some of the students have gone to support the blockades at Saints-Pères (UPC) and the Louvre.”

“We are here to talk about the lack of funding for culture and education, and we are at the Louvre to be heard because it is a symbolic place,” said Ange, a member of Inverti.e.s, one of the youth organizations that took part in the blockade.

Dozens of tourists gathered in the Pyramid Square, waiting to enter the building. Louvre employees approached them to explain that the museum would remain closed at least for the morning and that the cost of their tickets would be refunded.

On Monday, student protests at the Louvre were accompanied by groups of workers, including members of the Culture division of the General Confederation of Labour (CGT).

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Source: EFE

Patricia Villegas highlights digital infrastructure, media sovereignty and cooperation with China.

On Sunday, teleSUR President Patricia Villegas participated in the closing session of the Global South Academic Forum, held in Shanghai, where she defended South-South cooperation to strengthen communications sovereignty.

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During her presentation, the Colombian journalist argued that power in the international arena is also exercised through digital infrastructure, undersea cables and algorithms that determine the global circulation of news.

Villegas warned that the digital environment is not neutral but instead reflects power relations that prioritize content with immediate impact at the expense of the peoples’ memory and identity.

She also urged Latin America and the Caribbean to engage more decisively in Global South initiatives to narrow the gap between existing knowledge and strategic decision-making.

teleSUR President highlighted the partnership with China as a key channel for diversifying the capacity of developing nations to produce their own content.

Villegas pointed to concrete advances, including the teleSUR+ platform, created in July 2026 to distribute material produced by creators from the Global South, and the joint bureau operated in Beijing with Prensa Latina and Brasil de Fato.

On the sidelines of the 2026 Global South Academic Forum in Shanghai, I held discussions with the forum’s organising committee, led by Prof. Lu Xinyu, Chair of the Global South Academic Forum, about China’s experience in rural revitalisation, poverty reduction, and community… pic.twitter.com/xnoslb0ouk

— Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang (@NJOAgyemang) October 19, 2026

U.S. Blockade Affects Cuban News Agency

During the same panel on communication and governance, Prensa Latina Vice President Alejandro Gomez denounced the severe obstacles facing the Cuban news agency as a result of the U.S. blockade.

Gomez explained that unilateral restrictions limit the acquisition of fuel for electricity generation and the purchase of basic medical supplies for Cuba’s children.

He said the financial blockade directly affects the work of the agency’s foreign bureaus through the arbitrary closure of bank accounts and restrictions on transfers. These coercive measures hinder the objective reporting of the Cuban reality and the provision of communications services across several continents.

The international forum brought together more than 200 delegates in the Chinese metropolis to discuss modernization, governance, and social mobilization from the perspective of developing countries.

Speakers agreed that content exchange, journalism training and the fight against disinformation are essential to democratizing the global media landscape.

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Greece remains a major entry point for migrants and refugees attempting to reach the European Union by sea.

On Monday, Greek authorities confirmed that six people died and 14 others were rescued after a speedboat carrying migrants capsized off the island of Samos, hours after a separate collision between a migrant speedboat and a Greek coast guard patrol vessel off Lesvos left six people dead.

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The boat capsized during manoeuvres about 3.7 nautical miles north of Samos. A search-and-rescue operation was underway, involving a navy vessel, a coast guard rescue boat and an air force helicopter.

In a separate incident off Lesvos, another eastern Aegean island, four men, a woman and an infant died when a speedboat carrying migrants collided with a Greek coast guard patrol vessel in the early hours of Monday.

Authorities said the migrant boat had made dangerous manoeuvres to evade a coast guard inspection before the collision.

Tra il 2014 e il 2025 almeno 4.414 bambini sono morti lungo le rotte dei migranti: più di uno al giorno, per dodici anni.

Il conto è dell’Organizzazione internazionale per le migrazioni (Oim), l’agenzia dell’Onu che dal 2014 registra i migranti morti e dispersi nel mondo.

Nel… pic.twitter.com/DPCVfEoDtN

— InsideOver (@insideoverita) October 18, 2026

The text reads, “Between 2014 and 2025, at least 4,414 children died along migration routes—an average of more than one per day over the course of twelve years. This figure comes from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations agency that has been tracking migrant deaths and disappearances worldwide since 2014.

In a report published on October 13, produced in collaboration with a network of organizations led by UNICEF, the IOM warns that the actual number is likely much higher. Over these twelve years, nearly 81,000 migrant deaths or disappearances have been recorded; in more than half of these cases, the individuals’ ages are unknown. Among the children whose ages are known, more than a hundred were under five years old.

More than half of these minors died in the Mediterranean, the deadliest route. In 2024, minors accounted for 19% of the people who arrived in Italy and Malta, yet they represented only 2% of the deaths recorded along that same route. This discrepancy exists because many children who die are never accounted for.

Some disappear without their deaths being registered, while others appear in the data without a specific age—particularly adolescents, who are often classified as adults. The most precise age-related data comes from forensic experts and the police, though they document only a small fraction of cases; the rest of the information is gathered through humanitarian organizations, media outlets, survivors, and witnesses.

IOM Director Amy Pope links these deaths to the lack of safe and legal migration pathways. The organization urges states to systematically record the age of deceased individuals and to share this information among police forces, forensic experts, and humanitarian organizations.

‘Every child who dies during a migratory journey deserves to be accounted for. Yet far too many do not appear in the data. We cannot protect children from dangers that we do not see,’ says Stuart Campo, strategy lead for the IOM’s Data Department.”

Eight survivors — four men, two women and two children — were rescued and taken to hospital for treatment. The boat’s 37-year-old Turkish operator was arrested on suspicion of people smuggling.

Greek Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Vassilis Kikilias expressed grief and anger over the deaths off Lesvos. He reiterated the government’s zero-tolerance policy towards people smugglers, describing them as criminals who endanger the lives of desperate people for profit.

Greece, located at the southeastern edge of Europe, remains a major entry point for migrants and refugees attempting to reach the European Union by sea.

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The Workers’ Party leader challenged the far-right candidate to disclose the origin of his wealth.

On Sunday, Brazilian President and re-election candidate Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and far-right opposition candidate Flavio Bolsonaro faced off for the first time in a presidential debate.

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Just one week before the Oct. 25 runoff election, and after skipping the first-round debates, they engaged in a tense confrontation marked by insults, corruption accusations and constant interruptions.

The friction forced the moderator to intervene repeatedly. In one of the initial exchanges, after Lula complained that Flavio was mocking him, the journalist demanded that the far-right politician show “respect” for speaking out of turn.

“The clown here is him, not me,” the Brazilian president said, accusing Flavio and Bolsonarism of lacking “ethical behavior.” Addressing public spending, Lula called his opponent a “crook” and a liar.

“Do you see that innocent-looking face of his? It belongs to a compulsive liar. He is the Rio de Janeiro crook who lies shamelessly,” the Workers’ Party leader said.

Streets of Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, are filled with people mobilizing in support of President Lula da Silva and against the return of the far-right. Citizens share their concerns about public health (SUS) and fundamental rights.

This major cultural and political gathering… pic.twitter.com/jcGhcc9FhA

— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) October 19, 2026

“I Don’t Want to Be Near You,” Lula Said

The most tense moment occurred when Lula was invited by Bolsonaro to stand beside him and calm down. The Brazilian president returned to his podium, drank some water, and responded:

“I don’t want to be near you. I want to keep my distance from the Bolsonaro family,” Lula said, later recalling the criminal clan’s low character.

The Brazilian president accused Eduardo Bolsonaro — Flavio’s brother, who is living in the United States — of fleeing and calling for the intervention of U.S. President Donald Trump.

“They are betraying the homeland and will be judged for it… Your brother is a fugitive in the U.S., conspiring against Brazil,” Lula declared, implicitly referring to calls by the Bolsonaro clan for U.S. economic, political, and even military intervention in Brazil.

In an attempt to discredit the Workers’ Party leader, Flavio demanded that Lula explain his alleged strong electoral performance among prison inmates. “Can you explain why 73% of prisoners voted for you?” the far-right candidate asked.

Flávio Bolsonaro quer seguir o modelo da Argentina, país vizinho da carne de burro, do desemprego em alta. Lula questionou o adversário sobre isso, mas, de novo, não teve resposta. Se ele não responde, Lula faz isso: o modelo do Brasil será o modelo de Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.… pic.twitter.com/27ne3ncadO

— PT Brasil (@ptbrasil) October 19, 2026

The text reads, “Flavio Bolsonaro wants to follow the model of Argentina—a neighboring country plagued by economic hardship and rising unemployment. Lula questioned his opponent about this, but, once again, received no answer. Since he offers no response, Lula provides one: Brazil’s model will be the model of Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. According to the IMF, Brazil is set to climb back up and become the world’s 8th-largest economy by 2027. The last time Brazil held the 8th position was in 2017.”

Lula responded to the provocation mockingly, saying he would like to receive the votes of the entire prison population, including the vote of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving house arrest for an attempted coup.

“I want 100% of them to vote, including your father. Your father can vote for me. He will have voted for the better candidate. He knows you and knows I am better than you,” Lula asserted and issued a challenge to Flavio Bolsonaro.

“I challenge you. Tomorrow, we will open our bank accounts and phone records to the Electoral Court and the Supreme Court so that the Brazilian people can know who the real thieves in this country are.”

In the final stretch of the debate, foreign policy took center stage. Lula questioned Flavio’s close ties with Argentine President Javier Milei, asking whether he planned to apply Milei’s economic “chainsaw” model in Brazil.

The far-right candidate dodged the question and counterattacked by criticizing the left’s regional alliances.“Brazil is internationally ruined by your policies, Lula. Look at your friends,” he declared.

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Over 550,000 people took part in protests across France on Saturday. At least 2,397 people were arrested.

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said that partial curfews would be introduced in some areas starting on Monday evening following incidents of looting during weekend protests.

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He had asked French prefects to implement “a number of partial curfews as early as this evening,” describing the disorder as “very localized in urban centers.”

Lecornu said a state of emergency would be declared “if necessary,” but added that curfews “appear to be more appropriate.”

“There is no question of allowing the looting to become established,” he said, adding that the Interior Ministry would release a detailed map of the areas concerned during Monday afternoon.

Partial unemployment measures would be activated from Tuesday for shopkeepers affected by damage and looting, Lecornu said.

The government of President Emmanuel Macron would also provide public funding to support affected businesses, he said, while stressing that such assistance “makes no sense if we are not capable of restoring order as quickly as possible.”

French Trade Minister Serge Papin estimated that at least 3,000 businesses had been affected during weekend protests.

A real look into what is actually happening with the MILLIONS of protestors across France.

And even at this very well behaved protest it is the Police using Tear Gas and trying to get a reaction. pic.twitter.com/VowJqsoqIr

— BladeoftheSun (@BladeoftheS) October 18, 2026

Daytime Gatherings and Demonstrations Banned in Marseille

On Sunday, the police prefecture of Bouches-du-Rhone informed that gatherings and demonstrations throughout Marseille will be banned from noon to 8 p.m. local time Monday.

Local authorities recorded more than 30,000 people involved in looting in Marseille on Saturday during demonstrations, according to French news channel BFM TV.

In Paris, the entrance to the Louvre Museum was blocked by student protesters on Monday morning, French daily Le Parisien reported, citing the museum’s management and two trade unions. According to the trade union General Confederation of Labour, the museum would remain closed at least until noon.

Over 550,000 people took part in protests across France on Saturday. At least 2,397 people were arrested during the protests, which were marred by violence. According to the Interior Ministry, 997 police officers and gendarmes were injured, seven of them seriously.

Since September, France has witnessed multiple rounds of mass student protests demanding better educational conditions.

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“My ambition is to contribute to a solution to the government question, not to become prime minister myself,” Thand Ringqvist said.

On Monday, Swedish Parliament Speaker Andreas Norlen tasked Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist, leader of the Centre Party, with exploring the possibility of forming a new government.

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Despite the decision, Norlen acknowledged that there was no clear consensus among political parties on who should be tasked with exploring government formation. Thand Ringqvist has to report back to the speaker by next Monday.

“My ambition is to contribute to a solution to the government question, not to become prime minister myself,” Thand Ringqvist said, adding that she would invite all party leaders for talks.

The Centre Party emerged as the third-largest party in the opposition bloc, winning 25 seats in September’s general election.

More than a month after 🇸🇪 election there is still a total deadlock when it comes to forming a new government. Trenches seem even deeper. Some weeks to go with further efforts to force someone into a major U-turn, but the likelihood of a snap election is undoubtedly increasing. pic.twitter.com/WPiCOgUUyO

— Carl Bildt (@carlbildt) October 17, 2026

Together with the Social Democratic Party, Left Party and Green Party, the four parties secured 176 seats in the 349-member parliament, giving them a narrow majority but leaving them divided over the composition of a new government.

Norlen first tasked Social Democratic Party leader Magdalena Andersson with exploring government formation on Sept. 18, following outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s request to be relieved of his duties after the election.

Andersson returned the mandate on Sept. 28 amid divisions within the bloc over the election of the parliamentary speaker. Norlen reassigned her the task in early October, but negotiations remained inconclusive.

Parliament rejected a proposal for Andersson to become prime minister and form a Social Democratic single-party government last Thursday, prompting a new round of efforts to break the political deadlock.

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Delcy Rodriguez Says Investment Funds for Approved Projects Are Ready for Implementation.

Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez congratulated citizens who participated on Sunday in the Second 2026 National Popular Consultation and emphasized that investment funds for the selected projects are ready for implementation.

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The Acting President described participation as extraordinary and expressed satisfaction with the process’s results. “I could only say that I feel very happy. I thank you and congratulate you,” she said.

Rodriguez said the consultation reflects a democracy that is growing stronger and respects the decisions of communities organized into neighborhood circuits. “I want to congratulate all Venezuelan citizens who have participated in this consultation because it represents a genuine belief in a democracy that is growing stronger,” the president said during a telephone interview.

Rodriguez said the next step is to fulfill the commitments and implement the approved projects, for which investment funds are already available. “I am making the most important announcement: The investment funds for these projects are already ready to be allocated for their implementation,” she emphasized.

Venezuela’s acting president called for continuing along the path of respect for democratic and peaceful coexistence, in which popular organizations guide decisions within their communities and condominium boards.

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