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Brazil's right embraces election betting odds amid polls skepticism

Polymarket, the world's largest prediction market, may be banned in Brazil, but right-wing figures have embraced its election odds as an accurate litmus test of voter intent, amid distrust of opinion polls.

Leaders weigh 'huge benefit', risks of AI for global economy

The artificial intelligence boom has been a key driver of global growth, but also poses economic risks should investment in the technology falter, experts and policymakers said this week at the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok.

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Hurricane Simon strengthens as it nears western Mexico

Hurricane Simon strengthened into a powerful Category 4 storm as it swept toward Mexico's west coast, where it was expected to make landfall late Saturday or early Sunday.

New Yorkers snap up discarded subway signs, seats at annual sale

New York's subway is known for being dirty, noisy and sometimes flooded, but that doesn't stop people from flocking to grab a seat, sign or other memorabilia at a unique annual auction.

Trump's trade wars sting US manufacturers ahead of midterms

For Doug Rende, who runs an aluminum product manufacturer in the US state of Ohio, President Donald Trump's tariffs have meant millions of dollars more in annual costs -- and recently, the Iran war has made shipments even more expensive.

Zelensky blasts diesel deal after Russian strikes kill 15

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday that Russia was expressing its "thanks" for a diesel deal agreed with the United States by attacking Ukraine, after fresh Russian attacks killed 15 people, according to authorities.

Spanish PM begins vote campaign overshadowed by housing protests

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez aimed to pull off another unlikely comeback as he began campaigning on Saturday for a snap vote dominated by housing protests that have shaken the country.

Proposed next EU budget cut back in search for deal

Ireland, which holds the EU's rotating presidency, suggested Saturday slashing the bloc's next proposed budget by 140 billion euros ($155 billion), in a quest to bridge deep division and reach a deal by the end of the year.

'No divisions, no borders', French astronaut says of seeing Earth

French astronaut Sophie Adenot went through "all human emotions, from the most joyful to the hardest" during her eight months in space, she said back on solid ground on Saturday in Germany.

Stocks rise as Trump says Russia to release diesel to world markets

Stock markets climbed Friday after US President Donald Trump ruled out a strike on Iran before midterm elections, while announcing that Russian diesel would flow to global markets following talks with Moscow's Vladimir Putin.

Turkey jails 2 journalists pending trial for fund crisis 'misinformation'

A Turkish court on Friday jailed two journalists pending trial for allegedly spreading misinformation over a sprawling investment fund scandal, while another two were granted conditional release, media reports said.

Trump forms panel to probe US Fed governor Lisa Cook

US President Donald Trump has set up a committee to probe Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over alleged "false statements" linked to mortgages, renewing his efforts to oust her.

Stocks advance as Trump rules out pre-vote Iran attack

Stock markets climbed Friday as oil prices dropped after President Donald Trump ruled out a strike on Iran before next month's US midterm elections.

China agrees to 'moderate' car exports to Europe: EU commerce chief

China and the European Union reached an understanding to "moderate" hybrid vehicles exports on Friday, which could prevent millions of Chinese cars from being shipped to Europe, the bloc's commerce chief said following talks that dispelled a much-feared trade war.

Massive debt puts France in a bind as investor doubts deepen

French government bonds have become the bane of investors on fears that officials are unwilling or unable to rein in spending that far outstrips its revenue.

'Human-authored' book labels gain ground amid AI scandals

Initiatives to label books as written by humans, and not artificial intelligence, are gaining ground following a string of scandals where authors were suspected of using the technology without admitting it.

Cuban ration book, symbol of the revolution, gathers dust

For 60 years, Cuban life revolved around a small well-thumbed ration book used by families to buy subsidized goods in state-run stores.

Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. Raises Fiscal 2026 Revenue Guidance 62% at Midpoint to $10–$11 Million and Reaffirms $400–$460 Million Fiscal 2027 Outlook

Delivery of thirteen additional ULVAC sintered magnet production machines scheduled for delivery in October are expected to expand annual capacity to more than 10,000 metric tons of magnets as EM&T scales its non-China feedstock position to meet strong customer demand

Stocks advance, oil retreats as Trump rules out pre-vote Iran attack

Stock markets climbed Friday as oil prices dropped after President Donald Trump ruled out a strike on Iran before next month's US midterm elections.

Talks with Iran can only succeed without threats, president says

Peace negotiations with Iran would only succeed without "pressure and threats", Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Friday, amid deadlocked efforts to end months of fighting in the Middle East.

OpenAI denies firing researchers over AI safety warnings

OpenAI on Friday hit back at three former safety researchers who accused the ChatGPT-maker of firing them for warning about the dangers of artificial intelligence.

China, EU agree on dialogue, cars and rare earths after trade talks

China and the European Union reached an "understanding" on hybrid vehicles on Friday, as their commerce chiefs concluded talks with an agreement to strengthen dialogue, dispelling fears of a full-blown trade war.

MEXC and Payward Highlight Collaboration as Crypto and TradFi Converge at TOKEN2049

MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, and Payward, the parent company of Kraken, shared their perspectives on the convergence of crypto and traditional finance during a TOKEN2049 Singapore panel. MEXC CEO Vugar Usi Zade and Payward Co-CEO Arjun Sethi, discussed how broader market access, retail demand and collaboration between platforms could shape the future of global trading.

EU states agree beefed-up European financial markets watchdog

EU finance ministers struck a deal Friday to establish a new, more powerful European securities watchdog as part of efforts to unify financial markets and strengthen the bloc's economy.

Ufunded Launches “Spotlight” Series, Documenting the Minds Shaping Modern Trading

Ufunded has introduced Spotlight, a new long-form content format created to shed light on the stories seldom discussed behind some of the most influential minds in the trading industry, and to document the individuals shaping its ongoing evolution.

Chinese AI tool pulled to prevent 'misuse' after South Korea hacks

Chinese AI cybersecurity tool Artex said it stopped programmers from accessing its source code, acknowledging misuse by "bad actors" after South Korea linked it to several recent bank hacks.

Asian stocks mostly up as traders weigh AI, oil dips after surge

Asian stocks mostly rose Friday as traders weighed the outlook for the AI investment boom, with support coming from a drop in oil prices after Donald Trump ruled out a pre-election strike on Iran.

Saint Laurent designer Vaccarello leaves after glittering decade

Belgian fashion designer Anthony Vaccarello is to leave Saint Laurent after a decade in charge, having overseen a surge in revenues at the French house and a last gold-themed catwalk show that was hailed as one of his best.

Activists hope trial will stop 'forever chemicals' at Italy plant

Egio Spineto filters his water and avoids eating locally grown produce in case it is contaminated, but the chemicals from a factory near his home in northern Italy are in the very air he breathes.

New York mayor says asking Trump to withdraw ICE after shooting

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Thursday he would ask US President Donald Trump to remove federal immigration agents from the city as tensions flared over the latest shooting involving ICE.

Asian stocks mixed amid AI concerns, oil dips after surge

Asian stocks headed into the weekend on a mixed note on Friday with tech weighed by renewed concerns about the AI investment boom, while support came from a drop in oil prices after Donald Trump ruled out a pre-election strike on Iran.

BrandPilot AI Announces Closing of Previously Announced Debt Settlement

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 9, 2026 / BrandPilot AI Inc. (CSE:BPAI)(OTCQB:BPAIF)(FSE:8LH0) ("BrandPilot" or the "Company"), a performance marketing technology company focused on identifying and eliminating inefficiencies in digital advertising for global enterprise brands, announces the closing of the debt settlement (the "Debt Settlement") previously announced in its news releases dated September 22, 2026 and September 28, 2026. The Debt Settlement was completed in a single closing.

SMX's Gold-Traceability Technology Emerges as a Stabilizing Force Amid Global Uncertainty

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 9, 2026 / As geopolitical tensions, inflation, currency instability, and supply‑chain disruptions continue to escalate, global markets are once again turning to gold as a trusted store of value. Yet even as gold plays a critical role in economic security, the industry faces long‑standing challenges around transparency, authentication, and responsible sourcing. SMX (Security Matters), a global leader in advanced material‑traceability technologies, is uniquely positioned to address these challenges through its proven molecular‑marking and digital‑tracking platform.

Gorilla Technology and Hoya Capital Interviews to Air Nationally on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money(TM) Show on CNBC and Bloomberg TV

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / October 9, 2026 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ:GRRR) and Hoya Capital on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money™ show, a sponsored television program airing on Bloomberg TV this Saturday, October 10, at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET), and on CNBC this Sunday, October 11, at 11:00 a.m. ET. Bloomberg TV is available in an estimated 73 million homes across the United States, and CNBC is available in approximately 90 million U.S. households.

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