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.
Protesters hold die-in demonstration against pesticides in Montreal
News Desk
Demonstrators held a “die-in” protest against pesticides in Montreal on 31 October 2026, aiming to highlight the dangers of pesticide use. Organised by Vigilance OGM,
CBS Weekend News highlights Trump rallies and rising travel costs
Loisa Lane
Donald Trump held campaign rallies in Iowa and Kansas ahead of the midterm elections, energising supporters. Meanwhile, rising airfares and gas prices are causing concern