Brazil’s World Cup turnaround under Ancelotti: Endrick praises Carlo Ancelotti’s “God looks down” influence as Brazil heads into the Round of 16 vs. Norway, after a turbulent coaching carousel since Qatar 2022. World Cup knockout stakes: A full slate of Round-of-16 matchups is set, with Messi extending his record streak for Argentina and France, England, and other contenders chasing the last eight. Peru’s political shift: Keiko Fujimori is declared winner of Peru’s presidential election, promising a crackdown on organized crime and signaling a rightward turn in the region. Brazil court and politics: Brazil’s Supreme Court maintains house arrest for former President Jair Bolsonaro, keeping legal pressure on the former leader. Child protection alarm in Brazil: Reports of violence against children and adolescents more than doubled from 2020 to 2025, with most abuse tied to the home. E20 fuel controversy in India with Brazil comparisons: India’s government and automakers defend ethanol-blended petrol after viral claims, citing testing and global practice—including references to Brazil—while acknowledging some mileage drop. Trade diplomacy: India says it will conclude free-trade talks with Canada, Mexico, and Brazil within six months, with an India-EU path also advancing. Crypto crackdown and sanctions spillover: Brazil freezes $2B in assets tied to a PCC-linked money-laundering network after US sanctions, while tightening crypto oversight.