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Lula da Silva won Brazil’s presidential election, while U.S. President Donald Trump criticized a judge’s extension of voting, claiming the process resembled a rigged election.
European natural-gas prices climbed to nearly 98 euros per megawatt-hour, their highest since late 2022, amid cold-weather demand forecasts, Middle East tensions and maintenance outages.
The European Commission accepted Temu’s proposed changes to curb illegal product listings, as the Chinese marketplace pledged a five-part plan and further risk assessments under EU law.
Andy Burnham said he wants Britain to rejoin the European Union but ruled out major changes during the current parliamentary term, saying voters would decide.
Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala defended a temporary military deployment after recent unrest, as center-left allies criticized the move and protesters vowed another march on Oct. 30.
