WAO ART #189

Zimbabwe's upcoming election is being marked by unusual campaign tactics, including free fried chicken and an endorsement from Floyd Mayweather Jr. However, concerns about vote rigging and the fairness of the election persist. Activist group Team Pachedu plans to monitor potential hotspots using an app Mandla.

Left-wing candidate Luisa Gonzalez is leading in Ecuador's presidential election, with nearly 80% of the votes counted. Her closest rival, businessman Daniel Noboa, is trailing behind. The top two candidates will go into a run-off on 15 October.

Tropical Storm Hilary is causing havoc in Southern California, with heavy winds and rain putting 26 million people under flood warning. Some of Hollywood's most iconic locations, including Hollywood and Disneyland, have been hit by the storm.

Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales has apologized for kissing Jenni Hermoso on the lips after Spain's victory in the Women's World Cup. Hermoso expressed her discomfort with the kiss on Instagram, but a statement released on her behalf defended Rubiales.

India and Russia are in a race to explore the mysteries of the Moon's south pole. The south pole is of great scientific interest due to the presence of water ice, which could potentially sustain human life. India's Chandrayaan-3 mission plans to land a robotic probe near the south pole.

Gas prices in Europe and the UK have risen by around 10% due to fears of strikes at liquefied natural gas (LNG) plants in Australia. The Offshore Alliance union has warned of a possible strike at the North West Shelf facility if a pay deal is not reached by 2 September.

The Bitcoin daily RSI has dropped to levels not seen since the Covid crash in 2020, indicating oversold conditions. This has led to speculation about a potential price rebound in the coming weeks. However, it's important to approach these indicators with caution as they are not foolproof predictors.