Polling in Ecuador closed with President Daniel Noboa poised for re-election, leading with nearly 50% in early counts—just enough to potentially bypass a runoff. Challenger Luisa Gonzalez trails at 38%. With only 40,000 votes tallied and millions cast, final results are pending in the country’s most critical election in decades.
Oil prices increase as attacks hinder Strait of Hormuz reopening prospects
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Oil prices rose as violence in the Middle East raised concerns over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude increased by over 2%, nearing $90
Truck crash in Egypt claims 18 lives, including many child labourers
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A truck crash in Egypt’s Al-Dawawis area has resulted in the deaths of at least 18 individuals, predominantly children aged 13 and 14, according to