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Italian TV ratings for Saturday 3 October show a close head-to-head between Ballando con le Stelle and Tu sì que vales. Milly Carlucci's dance show edged out Gerry Scotti's talent programme, while Alfonso Signorini's talk scored a notable result but still finished behind Scotti's show.
- 2US threatens diesel export ban unless France and Germany release stocks●US tells France and Germany to release diesel stocks or face US export ban
The United States has told France and Germany to release their diesel stockpiles or face a ban on US diesel exports, according to Reuters reporting citing sources. The ultimatum aims to ease pressure on tight diesel supplies, but European capitals would face a dilemma between tapping reserves and keeping American fuel flowing.
- 3Pay Advance Apps May Cost More Than Workers Realize●Pay Advance Apps May Be Costlier Than Workers Think https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/02/your-money/pay-advance-apps-fees.
The New York Times reports that pay advance apps, which let workers access their wages early, may be more expensive than users realize, with fees that can add up to effective interest rates far higher than expected. The article examines how small charges and tip requests accumulate, prompting personal finance commentators to warn workers to compare the true cost before relying on these services.
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A new commentary argues that startups which respond to growth by tightening control over employees risk undermining the very trust that made them function well in the first place. The piece suggests founders should resist micromanagement as they scale, and instead build systems that preserve autonomy and accountability across a larger team.
- 5US reportedly threatens diesel export ban unless France and Germany release stocks●Sources: US tells France, Germany to release diesel stocks or face US export ban
The United States has told France and Germany to release their diesel stockpiles or face a ban on US diesel exports, according to sources cited by Reuters. The reported ultimatum would put pressure on the two European governments to ease fuel supplies amid tight diesel markets, and is drawing attention over its implications for transatlantic energy relations and European fuel prices.
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Attention on Manuela D'ávila comes as Rio Grande do Sul's Senate contest draws to a close, with O Globo reporting a tight race that sent Sanderson and Marcel Van Hattem to the Senate. D'ávila, a former deputy and 2018 vice-presidential candidate, remains a prominent figure in the state's politics, prompting searches about her role and current standing.
- 7Brazil presidential election heads to second round●Live # election results # Brazil # Brasil To win, a candidate must get over 50% of the vote Nobody achieved that Thus th
Brazil's presidential election is heading to a runoff after no candidate secured the more than 50% of valid votes needed to win outright. Live results are being followed closely, with Lula, Flávio and Bolsonaro among the names in play. The decisive second round is scheduled for October 25, and discussion is focused on the tight outcome and what it means for the country.
- 8Early Brazil count puts Bolsonaro ahead of Lula●Brazil election: Early count puts populist Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of leftist Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva
An early count in Brazil's election puts populist candidate Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of leftist former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, according to DW reporting. The tally, still preliminary, suggests a tight race that could shape the country's political direction. Results remain subject to change as counting continues and final numbers come in.
- 9Brazil heads to runoff after tight presidential election●Brazil election: Flavio Bolsonaro and Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva head to runoff after tight race
Brazil's presidential election is going to a runoff after neither candidate secured a majority in the first round. Flavio Bolsonaro, standing for the incumbent camp, and former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva finished in a tight race and will now compete in a second round of voting. The outcome of the runoff will decide who leads one of the world's largest democracies.