Flávio Bolsonaro, son of jailed former President Jair Bolsonaro, took 47% in Brazil's presidential first round, ahead of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's 45%, despite polls predicting a Lula lead. The far right also gained Senate and lower-house seats. The two now face an October 25 run-off, with Lula's camp alleging U.S. electoral interference.
Flávio Bolsonaro Leads Lula in Brazil's First Round
Source: The Hindu