Commodities & Climate: Cocoa prices kept climbing for a sixth straight month as El Niño-linked weather risk and West Africa harvest worries lifted the market, alongside broad gains in wheat, corn, soy, rice, sugar and cotton. Energy Markets: China’s oil demand rebound is pushing crude prices higher across Africa, Canada and Latin America, with Shanghai crude back above $100 and Brent expected to follow. Mexico Justice: The trial over the alleged killing of Australian brothers in Baja California began in Mexico, with parents demanding answers as prosecutors lay out the case. Mexico Public Safety: Six people died after a suspected gas leak on a flooded public transport vehicle in central Mexico, as authorities investigate the cause. Trade & Policy: Canada’s retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. are set to take effect, escalating a wider trade fight tied to U.S. pressure on foreign manufacturing. Venezuela Politics: PSUV leader Diosdado Cabello said Venezuela’s Oct. 18 National Popular Consultation is open to all citizens, stressing no political “distinction.” Argentina–UK Tensions: Israel’s far-right Itamar Ben Gvir urged recognition of the Falklands as Argentine territory under “occupation,” adding noise to the ongoing Malvinas dispute. Media/Entertainment: Rakuten Viki’s early 2026 charts show U.S. viewers leaning into Korean drama and romance/legal mixes, with Brazil among top reach markets.