In the early hours of October 28, a group of armed men fled the Alemão favela, sparking a violent confrontation with police. This event led to a massive police operation that lasted 17 hours and resulted in the deaths of 121 people, including four police officers. The operation, intended to dismantl
Brazil's commitment to lung health is not just a recent trend. It's a journey that has been ongoing for decades. At the heart of this journey are two key players: a society and a journal. Both have been working quietly but effectively to improve lung health in the country. First, let's talk about t
Fernando Haddad, Brazil's current finance minister, has made it clear he won't be running for any office in the upcoming elections. This news comes as a surprise to many, as he has been a popular figure in Brazilian politics. Haddad has been open about his desire to support President Lula's campaign
Brazil's congress has given a boost to Jair Bolsonaro, the ex-president who was handed a 27-year prison term for plotting to overthrow the government after the 2022 elections. The new law, which has been cleared by both the lower house and the senate, could cut Bolsonaro's time behind bars significa
Brazil is becoming a hotspot for crypto investments. A new player, Valour, just got the green light to launch a Solana ETP on the B3 exchange. This means Brazilian investors can now easily add Solana to their portfolios without dealing with the complexities of direct crypto trading. Valour already
In Brazil, people are not happy. They are protesting in big cities. Why? Because some lawmakers want to make the punishment for former President Jair Bolsonaro and his supporters less severe. These people were found guilty of trying to overturn the results of the 2022 election. Bolsonaro was senten
Fernando Haddad, Brazil's Finance Minister, hinted he might step down soon. He shared this with O Globo in a recent chat. Haddad wants to help Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's 2026 presidential campaign. He made it clear he won't run for office himself, but he wants to shape the campaign's strategy. Had
Brazil's teen pregnancy rates have been on a rollercoaster over the past 13 years. Between 2010 and 2023, the numbers first climbed and then started to fall. By 2023, the rate for girls aged 15-19 was 41. 6 births per 1, 000, while for those aged 10-14, it was just 2. 1 per 1, 000. These numbers sho
A recent phone chat between Brazilian President Lula and former US President Trump covered some big topics. Trade and fighting crime were at the top of the list. Lula was happy that Trump had decided to lower some tariffs on Brazilian exports like coffee and beef. He hopes to keep talking about othe
Edson Barboza is a name that rings bells in the MMA world. Born in Nova Friburgo, Brazil, this fighter has a story that's as tough as his kicks. He came into the world 12 weeks early, fighting for his life right from the start. Doctors weren't sure he'd make it, but he pulled through. That's the spi
