The 5 things you should know this November 8: The elections in Nicaragua are called a “parody”

The international community criticizes the elections in Nicaragua. They sue rapper Travis Scott. The US opens its borders. The “Checo” Pérez made history alongside Verstappen. Also, is it good to sleep with your pet? This is what you need to know to start the day. Truth first.

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Preliminary results in Nicaragua give Ortega the winner

The Supreme Electoral Council (CSE) of Nicaragua announced the provisional results in which the Alianza Unida Nicaragua Triunfa, led by the Sandinista National Front, of President Daniel Ortega, is in the lead with more than 70% of the votes. International observers, leaders of other countries and Nicaraguan exiles have described the election day as a “farce”, a “parody” and even a “circus”.

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Rapper Travis Scott sued over Astroworld festival tragedy

After the tragedy at the Astroworld festival where a crowd was crushed due to the compression of the public during the show of rapper Travis Scott, and in which at least 8 people died, an attendee at the event sued the rapper, the Live Nation company. and others involved. CNN obtained a copy of the lawsuit and here are the details.

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The US opens its borders to tourists

This Monday the US will reopen its borders to tourists who are fully vaccinated against covid-19. What can and cannot be done? This is what you should know before traveling.

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Vaccination against covid-19 in Latin America

More than half of the world’s population, 51.02%, have received at least one dose of the covid-19 vaccine, according to figures from Our World In Data. Some Latin American countries far exceed the world average, but others still lag behind. Find here the rates by country.

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Obama at COP26

Former US President Barack Obama will speak at COP26 in Glasgow on Monday. His speech “will expose the important progress made in the 5 years since the Paris Agreement came into force,” according to a spokeswoman for the former president.

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At coffee time

Verstappen won the Mexican Grand Prix, but “Checo” Pérez made history

Sergio “Checo” Pérez is the first Mexican to achieve a podium at the Mexican Grand Prix. The race was won by his teammate Max Vertappen, followed by Lewis Hamilton. So was the race.

Do you sleep with your pet? Find out how that can affect you (and your pet)

Experts have arguments for and against both for the furry and for us. Which one applies to you? Discover it here.

Koalas are dying from a silent killer

It’s called chlamydia and it is spread throughout Australia’s koala population. They are in danger of extinction? This is what the research says.

What is the healthiest cheese? These are the best options

High in protein, calcium, vitamins and essential amino acids, cheese is also a caloric food, and it can be high in fat and sodium.

Will the volcano of La Palma in Spain be extinguished soon?

Science, incredibly, has specific ranges based on past eruptions in the region. The Cumbre Vieja volcano has been spitting fire for seven uninterrupted weeks.

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The number of the day

30%

It is the percentage of the increase in the food price index of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) during the past year.

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Quote of the day

“It was a little more complicated than I thought”

Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez said it at the press conference after defeating Caleb Plant in the fight for the undisputed super middleweight title.

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Selection of the day

IPad Mini review: Proof that size doesn’t really matter

After many years, Apple decided to renew the iPad Mini line. We tested it and it’s more powerful than ever.

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And to finish…

Meet Mateo García, the Mexican boy who is a prodigy in motorsports

At 5 years old, he already accumulates several championships and dreams of more. Mateo showed his skills alongside Sergio ‘Checo’ Pérez during an exhibition in one of the most emblematic avenues in Mexico.