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Brazil Runoff Locked: With 99.99% of ballots counted, right-wing Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro led Lula in the first round (47.03% vs 45.16%), forcing a runoff on Oct. 25 after neither cleared 50%—a result that could shift Brazil’s direction on US ties, China policy, and domestic security. Markets Watch: Reuters reports traders expect a positive reaction—stocks up and the real strengthening—as investors look for reform and lower deficit risk. Android Security in Brazil: Google began enforcing new developer verification rules on Android, adding friction for sideloading from unverified developers starting Sept. 30. Ports & Trade: AD Ports completed its $835m acquisition of Brazilian terminal operator CLI, expanding agri-bulk logistics at Santos and Itaqui and building a Brazil–Abu Dhabi trade corridor. Climate Pressure: UN officials warn extreme heat is becoming a “fatal faultline” for pregnancy and newborn health, with rising heat-linked complications reported worldwide.

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