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A new Quaest survey on Brazil's 2026 presidential election is drawing attention, with commentators analysing poll numbers well ahead of the vote. Outlets such as Jornal GGN are dissecting what the presidential polls show, while Metrópoles reports on when the final presidential surveys will be released before the first round. Brazilian voters and analysts are debating early candidates' standings.

A Paraná Pesquisas survey for Rio de Janeiro shows Mayor Eduardo Paes leading the city's mayoral race both in scenarios that include Anthony Garotinho and in those that leave the former governor out. The result, reported by UOL Notícias, points to Paes holding a solid advantage as the election campaign takes shape, with Garotinho's potential candidacy failing to change the front-runner's position.

The Japan Women's Open golf tournament began its final round on Sunday, with the leading group teeing off at 11:48 a.m. Korean golfer Shin Ji-ae (Shin Jiyai) is among the names drawing attention as the championship is decided. Japanese sports outlets are carrying live updates as the leaders battle for the national women's open title.

Italian commentary is questioning whether Spain's government, which claimed to have solved the problems of the weakest, has gone quiet as Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez leaves the country in suspense. La Repubblica reports that tomorrow will be a decisive day, with Sánchez's silence keeping the political situation hanging in the balance.

Spain's state meteorological agency AEMET has issued weather warnings for today and tomorrow, with heavy rain and storms affecting much of the country and some areas placed under the maximum red alert level. The agency urges residents to follow official updates as conditions develop.

Latvia, one of the most pro-Kiev countries in the European Union, is holding elections under the shadow of Russian threats. Conservative Prime Minister Kulbergs is seeking reconfirmation, while tycoon Slesers has emerged as a surprise, stirring debate with his openness to different relations over Ukraine. His positions have drawn comparisons to Donald Trump.

Pope Leo has addressed the question of art generated by artificial intelligence, arguing that the difference between AI-made images and human works goes beyond aesthetics. Speaking on the matter, he stated that 'there is an ontological difference', meaning AI creations and human art differ in their very nature, not merely in quality. The remarks add a theological dimension to the ongoing debate about AI-generated art and creativity.

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to block BlackRock's $33.4 billion acquisition of AES, a major utility and renewable energy company. The lawmakers argue the deal raises concerns over concentration of control in energy assets. The move adds political pressure to the regulatory review of one of the largest utility takeovers proposed in recent years.

Stakes & Embers and Carolyn Fe Productions, working in association with Eldritch Theatre, are presenting the production "Aye Caesar". The collaboration brings together several independent theatre companies for a staged work riffing on the Julius Caesar story. Little detail beyond the announcement is available so far, so cast, venue and dates remain unclear, but the partnership itself is the news driving attention.

Israel is commemorating the October 7 Hamas attack, with the anniversary falling as the failures surrounding that day take centre stage in the country's election campaign. ANSA reports the country has shifted to the right, and few Israelis believe terrorism has been defeated. The commemorations are intensifying political debate over responsibility for the security lapses of October 7, 2023.

Pope Leo XIV has weighed in on art created by artificial intelligence, saying the issue goes beyond aesthetics and that there is an "ontological difference" between works made by machines and those made by humans. The remarks touch on ongoing debates about creativity, human dignity and the role of technology in culture. Commenters are likely to debate what the distinction means for artists and the wider art world.

LIFE magazine takes readers inside the wild world of a B-movie maestro, revisiting the filmmaker's low-budget career and larger-than-life persona. The feature looks at the cult appeal of cheaply made genre pictures and the maverick director who churned them out, celebrating a filmmaking style that prized speed and audacity over polish.

Mercedes has introduced a combination of aesthetic and performance upgrades to its car ahead of the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix, with changes reportedly developed or tested through its Malaysia connection. The update aims to boost the team's competitiveness on the grid. Attention is focused on whether the modifications will improve race pace against rivals.

SEALSQ Corp, a semiconductor company trading under the ticker LAES, is seeing heightened interest in its stock price, news coverage and trading history on financial platforms. Investors are checking quotes and latest updates on the Nasdaq-listed company, which specializes in secure chips and post-quantum technology. No specific corporate announcement has been confirmed as the driver of the attention.

Caesars Entertainment says it will not hold its scheduled earnings call while a merger remains pending, a move that leaves investors without the usual management commentary on results and outlook. Companies typically forgo calls during major transactions to avoid disclosing material information, so attention now turns to the merger's progress and what it means for Caesars' future.

Pope Leo XIV has spoken out against AI-generated art, writing that there is an 'ontological difference, even before an aesthetic one' between art and what a machine produces through statistical calculation based on millions of images created by others. His remarks add a prominent moral and philosophical voice to the ongoing debate over artificial intelligence and human creativity.

The opening rounds of the Japan Women's Open Golf Championship, one of Japan's domestic women's majors, have finished, with the cut line set at four over par. Players mentioned around the results include Miyu Abe, Kana Nagai, Shiho Kuwaki, Ayaka Furue, Ji-ae Shin, Amiyu Ozeki, Lee Min-young and Aina Fujimoto, as fans follow who advanced to the weekend rounds.

Aesthetic clinics are increasingly incorporating nutrition into their treatment plans, pairing skin and cosmetic procedures with dietary guidance. Experts told HELLO! Magazine the shift reflects a growing belief that skin health and treatment results depend on what patients eat, not just on topical or surgical interventions. The article explores why clinics are making the change and what specialists say about combining nutrition advice with aesthetic care.

ConnX has announced plans to integrate Intel's edge AI technology into its MaestroIQ platform. The announcement was carried by PR Newswire, though no details on timing, specific Intel hardware or software involved, or expected customer benefits were provided. The news suggests a partnership aimed at bringing AI-driven capabilities to ConnX's networking or communications offerings, but further specifics remain limited pending fuller disclosure.

Radio Digital Malayali, an online station focused on Malayalam music, is currently streaming 'Chithramani Kattil', an aesthetic Malayalam lofi symphony from a slowed lofi mix released by Def Dream Records, with listeners tuning in alongside others. The track reflects the growing popularity of Malayalam lofi and slowed remixes among online audiences.