Mexico Storm: Hurricane Trudy strengthened as it neared the Pacific coast, prompting warnings for dangerous rain, flooding and landslides across several states. Brazil Election: With the Oct. 25 runoff approaching, Flávio Bolsonaro’s supporters are citing betting-market odds amid doubts about polls; Meta denies political bias after a court ordered equal treatment of both candidates. Venezuela Oil: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez says new agreements could bring nearly $76 billion in oil investment over five years, including plans for 250 rigs under a US deal. Guyana Energy and Finance: Guyana picked Trinidad-based Phoenix Park Gas Processors to operate its natural gas liquids facility and received an OECD credit-risk upgrade that could lower costs on some export-backed loans. Guatemala Security: Anti-corruption lawyer Juan Francisco Solórzano Foppa was shot dead in Guatemala City; police detained two suspects. Amazon: Brazil reports deforestation fell to its lowest level in nearly 40 years.