Stories for October 27th 2024

Sunday, October 27th 2024 - 22:25 UTC
Bolivia: Evo Morales survives alleged assassination attempt, accuses President Arce

Former Bolivian President Evo Morales was the target of gunfire on Sunday as his convoy traveled through Chapare, a coca-growing region where Morales has long held significant influence. Morales emerged unscathed but accused President Luis Arce of orchestrating the attack, an accusation Arce swiftly denied, pledging “an immediate and thorough investigation.”
Sunday, October 27th 2024 - 21:55 UTC
Uruguay's 2024 Election: Voter turnout reaches 40% by midday, anticipating a close race

As Uruguayans head to the polls this October 27 to elect their president, vice-president, and Parliament, preliminary reports from the Electoral Court indicate a steady turnout. By midday, 40% of the 2,727,120 eligible voters had cast their ballots across the country's 7,276 polling circuits. Voting is mandatory in Uruguay, with those abstaining required to pay a fine or present a valid excuse, such as illness, disability, or international travel.
Sunday, October 27th 2024 - 00:12 UTC
Argentina’s Copa de la Liga odds for Canadian bettors

Many people consider Brazil to be the greatest football nation, but we personally believe that Argentina adds something even more unique to the global sport. Okay, they are the reigning world champions with one and only GOAT Lionel Messi, but the real magic of Argentinian soccer is best seen from the inside.

Bolivia: Evo Morales survives alleged assassination attempt, accuses President Arce