Brazil’s Presidential Runoff: Lula’s Last Remake?
The victory of far-right candidate Flavio Bolsonaro in the first round caught Lula by surprise, as he had expected to win the election outright.
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I Wrote “My Name Is Colombia” So My Daughters Could Know the Truth
What I needed was to tell something that was too painful for me to keep silent about. I wanted my daughters to know my version...
International News Briefs for Thursday, October 22, 2026
We bring you some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
The Gasoline of a Fleeting Country
Next to the barbershop, there is a small square of concrete that provides shade at certain times of the day.
As Cuba’s Hospitals Fail, Healers Step In
Since late September, Cubans living abroad have had an easy way to contact Yimi Ferro, the “healer” from San Cristobal.
Havana Weather for October 22-28
Highs will be between 27 and 30°C (81 and 86°F), while lows between 21 and 24°C (70 and 75°F). Sea surface temperatures will be 28°C (82°F).
Meet Estrella, a Trans Woman Jailed for 9 Years, Then Deported to Mexico
We’re joined by Latino USA host Maria Hinojosa as she shares the story of Estrella Diamantina González...
Believing Is Achieving Solo Exhibition
Amaury Mengana Abreu's paintings are created using mixed media and acrylic paint, while his installations incorporate natural materials... (16 photos)