Health
Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery Before Latin America Trip
The 71-year-old pontiff announced he will be hospitalized this week to remove an early-stage lung nodule, with a week of recovery planned before his November visit to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru.
Afyon Türkeli Gazetesi, Arab News Pakistan, Bae Negocios +43

Agenda
TSE orders suspension of pro-Lula WhatsApp channel over disinformation
Justice Nunes Marques ruled the "Exército do Lula" channel coordinated mass falsehoods against Flávio Bolsonaro and gave Meta three hours to comply.
Brasil 247, ConJur, Diário do Centro do Mundo +11
Agenda
Spain's Supreme Court faces deadline on 'grandchildren law' voters before Nov 29 election
The government says it is impossible to review 163,020 naturalised citizens' files before the snap election, while plaintiffs seek to suspend the vote entirely.
20 Minutos, ABC, ABC Color +9
Technology
Apple Announces 'Welcome Home' Smart Home Event for October 13
Apple will host a special experience in New York focused on smart home devices, including a rumored display hub, new HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K.
Channel News Australia, CNBC, Kırklar Haber Gazetesi +7
Agenda
Hurricane Simon Strengthens to Category 4, Threatens Mexico's Pacific Coast
Major hurricane brings life-threatening flooding and storm surge to southwestern Mexico as Tropical Storm Rachel targets Baja California.
Depor, Gestión, Noticias de la Tierra +3
Economy
Social Security to Announce 2027 COLA on Oct. 14; 3.5% Projected
The Senior Citizens League forecasts the largest benefit increase in four years, but rising Medicare premiums may absorb much of the gain.
24/7 Wall St, Gestión, La Opinión +2
Economy
Milei Sells Argentina Water Utility AySA for $340 Million
A consortium led by Rowing, Arcos, Transclor and PHX won the 90% stake, beating Roggio's lower bid.
El Cronista, EldiarioAR, La Nación +1
Agenda
Colombia orders probe into ex-first lady drug trafficking claims
President Abelardo de la Espriella directs air force and prosecutors to investigate allegations by former aide Eva Ferrer that Verónica Alcocer used official flights to move drugs and cash.
El Espectador (Mundo), La Opinión (Cúcuta), La Silla Vacía +1