On Tuesday, October 20, the official dollar was quoted at 1,490 pesos to buy and 1,540 to sell at Banco Nación. The wholesale rate stood at 1,536.90 pesos, while the blue dollar sold for 1,560 pesos, a 1.30% gap over the official rate. The dollar card rate was 2,002 pesos. Argentina’s exchange-rate bands are now adjusted according to the latest inflation reading; the upper bound was 1,939.33 pesos. The Central Bank bought US$18 million on Monday and had accumulated US$1 billion in purchases during October, with total international reserves at US$50.152 billion.

Argentina postponed the launch of its Labor Assistance Funds (FAL) from November 1 to December 1, 2026, and doubled the minimum waiting period before accumulated funds may help meet severance obligations from six to 12 consecutive monthly periods. The changes, set out in Decree 1228/2026, follow requests from investment-fund and brokerage industry groups, which cited the need for more time to prepare systems and build adequate fund assets. The government says the longer accumulation period is intended to support solvency and liquidity; it also delays the system's start and may reduce the political sensitivity of dismissals ahead of elections. Employers' contributions will be eligible to support severance payments only after the 12-month waiting period.

A tourism-sector employer in Andorra is recruiting a full-time receptionist, potentially on a seasonal contract, through Anywork Anywhere. Applicants need prior reception or customer-service experience, fluency in Spanish, French, and English, and availability for rotating shifts. The role includes guest assistance, reservations, communications, and front-desk duties. Accommodation and meals are offered, along with training and development opportunities, but the salary is unspecified, relocation assistance is not included, and applicants are advised to confirm pay, schedules, and lodging details with the employer.

The Braves and Diamondbacks played an exciting game with numerous twists and turns. For eight innings, it seemed like the Diamondbacks would defeat the Braves.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's re-election has been marred by allegations of election fraud and widespread repression. Despite protests and opposition claims of a rigged election, Maduro remains in power, employing a strategy of state control and repression. The opposition, led by María Corina Machado, faces significant challenges, including bans and harassment. International response has been muted, with the US and EU not recognizing Maduro's victory. The article highlights the Venezuelan government's reliance on force and international allies like Russia and China to maintain power, while the opposition seeks to keep international attention on the situation.

Super Mayorista Yaguar has reopened its Ingeniero Maschwitz store in Buenos Aires after comprehensive renovations aimed at enhancing the customer shopping experience. The improvements include better lighting, signage, and checkout processes, as well as a revamped fresh produce section and a new butcher area. CEO Sebastián Zimmermann emphasized the company's commitment to quality and service, while Marketing Director Javier Chiste highlighted the store's competitive pricing and partnerships with credit card companies. Yaguar, a leading Argentine wholesale supermarket chain, continues to focus on customer satisfaction and market needs.

Nicolás Maduro is campaigning for a third term with a more personable public image as opposition candidate Edmundo González, backed by barred opposition leader María Corina Machado, leads polls ahead of Venezuela’s July 28 election. The government controls electoral institutions and courts, restricts opposition media and participation, and has faced accusations of harassment and repression. The opposition warns of fraud and is organizing election witnesses, while international monitoring will be limited. Maduro could disqualify González, postpone the vote, or seek leverage through renewed tensions with Guyana; US sanctions, criminal allegations against Maduro’s circle, and possible negotiations may influence whether he accepts an electoral defeat. Despite promises of social spending and a charm offensive, voters quoted in Caracas express both support for Maduro and determination to remove his government.

Legendary actor and singer David Hasselhoff has joined PlanetPlay's Make Green Tuesday Moves initiative, collaborating with leading video game studios to support environmental causes. This unprecedented climate change collaboration aims to leverage the influence of video games and influencers to promote sustainability.

Bolivian General Juan José Zúñiga was arrested after soldiers and military vehicles entered La Paz’s central Plaza Murillo and attempted to storm the presidential palace. President Luis Arce denounced the action as a coup attempt, replaced Zúñiga, and called on the public to mobilize; the troops later withdrew. Zúñiga alleged, without providing evidence, that Arce had asked him to stage an action to boost the president’s popularity, while the interior minister said Zúñiga sought to topple the elected government. The episode unfolded amid a bitter split between Arce and former president Evo Morales, economic difficulties, and rising political instability. International officials condemned the military action, and analysts warned that Bolivia is likely to remain unstable.

María Corina Machado is campaigning for Venezuela’s July 28 presidential election despite being barred from running, restricted from domestic flights and facing threats. She says the opposition will win decisively if votes are counted fairly and is organizing hundreds of thousands of people to monitor polling stations for Edmundo González, the candidate who replaced her. Polls suggest Nicolás Maduro’s government could lose, but it controls key state institutions and has arrested opposition aides, raising doubts about whether the vote will be free and whether results can be protected. The election’s outcome matters to Venezuelans facing economic collapse and mass migration, as well as to the US, foreign creditors and investors seeking political change and a possible recovery of the oil industry.