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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Rise in Fuel Prices is the Current Political Bombshell

The surge in fuel prices in Brazil is significantly shaping the electoral landscape amid global geopolitical tensions.

Mar 23 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula's chief of staff files a lawsuit against Kim Kataguiri over statements about Vorcaro at the Planalto

Marco AurΓ©lio Santana Ribeiro, chief of staff for President Lula, has filed a lawsuit against Congressman Kim Kataguiri for his comments regarding meetings with former banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 23 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

One should not politicize the diesel price

The Brazilian government is proposing a temporary suspension of state taxes on diesel imports to manage rising fuel prices without burdening consumers.

Mar 23 β€’ 01:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

New protected area and expansion of conservation and protection: understand the decrees signed by Lula at COP15 in MS

President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva announced an expansion of protected areas in the Pantanal and the creation of a new conservation unit in the Cerrado during the COP15 conference in Brazil.

Mar 23 β€’ 00:13 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula highlights the importance of the Pantanal at the opening of COP15 in MS

Brazilian President Lula da Silva emphasizes the significance of the Pantanal region during the opening of the COP15, focusing on biodiversity protection and environmental agreements.

Mar 22 β€’ 23:22 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula announces expansion of protected areas in the Pantanal at UN summit

President Lula has announced the expansion of conservation areas in the Pantanal during the opening of the UN COP15 summit.

Mar 22 β€’ 22:21 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Zema resigns in MG with attacks on Lula's government

The Governor of Minas Gerais, Romeu Zema, resigned while criticizing President Lula's administration and vowing to end corruption.

Mar 22 β€’ 17:15 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

COP15 Sunday brings together Lula and international leaders in MS; see the schedule

The opening of COP15 in Campo Grande, Brazil, features discussions on the preservation of migratory species with Brazilian and international leaders.

Mar 22 β€’ 15:45 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula tries to rejuvenate the PT bench, one of the oldest in the Chamber

President Lula is urging his party leadership to seek out younger candidates to rejuvenate the PT, which currently has one of the oldest average ages in the Chamber of Deputies.

Mar 22 β€’ 15:00 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
National & Local

US wants β€˜to colonize us again’ – Lula to Latin American leaders

Brazilian President Lula da Silva criticized US foreign policy in Latin America, suggesting it threatens a return to colonialism and questioning its democratic nature.

Mar 22 β€’ 12:41 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Without a meeting between Alcolumbre and Lula, Messias's hearing may be postponed until after the elections

The failure to schedule a meeting between President Lula and Senate President Alcolumbre could delay the voting on Jorge Messias's nomination to the Supreme Court until after the upcoming elections.

Mar 22 β€’ 07:01 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Municipal power and in the states, PSD consolidates nationally with 'pragmatic balance'

The PSD party in Brazil is positioning itself as a major player in the 2026 elections, capitalizing on its municipal power while seeking to offer a third option amid the political polarization between Lula and Bolsonaro.

Mar 22 β€’ 05:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro's plea negotiations put political class and STF under pressure in election year

Daniel Vorcaro's negotiations for a plea deal with law enforcement have heightened tensions in Brazil’s political landscape amid the election season.

Mar 22 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 2nd Edition this Saturday, March 21, 2026

The article discusses various news highlights, including the rising prices of fertilizers due to the war in Iran, commentary on the UN Security Council, the death of an influential Brazilian actor, and a police incident involving a woman.

Mar 22 β€’ 00:32 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 2nd Edition - TO Saturday, March 21, 2026

Former FBI agent dies, Trump expresses contentment; Lula criticizes the UN Security Council; notable Brazilian actor Juca de Oliveira passes away; disturbing incident of police violence reported; arrests made in animal cruelty case; Lewis Capaldi's successful Brazil debut and highlights from Lollapalooza festival.

Mar 22 β€’ 00:05 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula criticizes UN Security Council and calls for reforms: "They are the ones making the wars"

Brazilian President Lula da Silva criticizes the UN Security Council and advocates for reform, arguing that its permanent members contribute to global conflicts.

Mar 21 β€’ 23:54 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

FlΓ‘vio Bolsonaro starts pre-campaign in the Northeast with defense of house arrest for Jair and anti-PT speech

Senator FlΓ‘vio Bolsonaro launched his presidential pre-campaign in Northeast Brazil, advocating for house arrest for his father, Jair Bolsonaro, while criticizing the Lula government.

Mar 21 β€’ 23:43 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula criticizes UN and says Security Council 'creates wars' instead of preventing them

President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva criticized the UN Security Council for promoting conflicts instead of maintaining peace, particularly pointing to wars in the Middle East.

Mar 21 β€’ 21:41 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Pemex could partner with Petrobras for exploration in the Gulf of Mexico: Lula discusses topic with Sheinbaum

Brazil's President Lula discussed a potential exploratory partnership between Brazil's Petrobras and Mexico's Pemex in the Gulf of Mexico with Mexican President Sheinbaum.

Mar 21 β€’ 17:30 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lawyer linked to Lula criticizes Federal Police while defending Lulinha: 'They shoot the arrow and paint the target'

Marco AurΓ©lio Carvalho, a lawyer connected to President Lula, criticizes the Federal Police's investigation into Lulinha, arguing it lacks validity and condemning leaks about the case.

Mar 21 β€’ 15:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Legacy of Haddad

Brazil's Minister Fernando Haddad reflects on his nearly three-year tenure at the Ministry of Finance as he prepares to run for the governor of SΓ£o Paulo.

Mar 21 β€’ 14:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Can Lula intervene in the elections of Rio Grande do Sul? Understand the negotiations between PT and PDT for a single platform in the state

President Lula is exploring negotiations between his party, PT, and PDT to unify their campaigns for the upcoming elections in Rio Grande do Sul while prioritizing his re-election.

Mar 21 β€’ 11:52 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula embarks for CELAC meeting, which seeks prominence amid Trump's movements in Latin America and the Caribbean

Brazilian President Lula is heading to Colombia to participate in the CELAC summit, aiming to strengthen regional unity and address issues such as organized crime.

Mar 21 β€’ 03:01 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Datafolha: Discouragement, insecurity, and fear of the future dominate pre-election sentiment

A recent Datafolha survey reveals a prevailing negative sentiment among Brazilians seven months ahead of the elections, marked by insecurity and fear for the future.

Mar 21 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pro-Lula wing of Cidadania accuses government opponents in the party of undemocratic methods

A faction within Brazil's Cidadania party, led by former deputy Comte Bittencourt, has accused rival members of using undemocratic tactics, amidst internal disputes over party leadership.

Mar 21 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Petrobras president announces reopening of biodiesel plant in QuixadΓ‘, CearΓ‘

The president of Petrobras announced the planned reopening of the QuixadΓ‘ biodiesel plant in CearΓ‘, which has been closed since 2016.

Mar 21 β€’ 00:14 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Proposal to Bar Active Military from Public Positions Stalls in Congress

A proposal to prohibit active-duty military personnel from holding public office has stalled in the Brazilian Congress since 2024.

Mar 20 β€’ 20:02 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula says Brazil owns Petrobras and criticizes the privatization of BR amid rising oil prices

President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva defended Petrobras's role and criticized the past privatization of BR Distribuidora as a barrier to controlling rising diesel prices in Brazil.

Mar 20 β€’ 19:15 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pacheco says that the candidacy for the government of MG needs to be evaluated 'responsibly' and that there are other possible names

Senator Rodrigo Pacheco emphasizes the need for a responsible evaluation of his candidacy for the government of Minas Gerais, noting potential alternatives.

Mar 20 β€’ 19:07 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government publishes price table for diesel subsidy; market still analyzes

The Brazilian government has released a price table for diesel subsidies aimed at mitigating the effects of rising international oil prices due to the Iran conflict.

Mar 20 β€’ 16:56 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

On a visit to MG, Lula announces billion-dollar investments from Petrobras in the state

President Lula announces a R$ 9 billion investment by Petrobras for refining plants in Minas Gerais over the next decade during his visit to the state.

Mar 20 β€’ 16:43 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula meets with the mother of a victim of femicide dragged on Marginal TietΓͺ and promises to evaluate stricter punishments for the crime

President Lula met with the mother of Tainara, a femicide victim, pledging to consider tougher laws against femicide in Brazil.

Mar 20 β€’ 16:21 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Haddad defends Alckmin as Lula's vice, revisits 2022, and says Tebet has deeper roots than TarcΓ­sio in SP

Fernando Haddad promotes a campaign for the SΓ£o Paulo gubernatorial election similar to 2022, supporting Alckmin as Lula's vice and criticizing TarcΓ­sio de Freitas.

Mar 20 β€’ 14:32 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

'TarcΓ­sio has no familiarity with SP even today,' says Haddad in his first interview as a gubernatorial candidate

Fernando Haddad, in his first interview as a pre-candidate for governor of SΓ£o Paulo, criticizes current governor TarcΓ­sio de Freitas and addresses his political ambitions for the 2026 election.

Mar 20 β€’ 14:23 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Wellington Dias will coordinate Lula's re-election campaign in 2026, says ministry

Minister Wellington Dias will oversee President Lula's re-election campaign for 2026, playing a strategic role according to the Ministry of Social Development.

Mar 20 β€’ 13:52 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro's DelaΓ§Γ£o Creates a War of Versions and May Change the Course of the Election

Daniel Vorcaro's potential collaboration with investigators has sparked conflicting narratives from supporters of President Lula and former President Bolsonaro regarding the implications of his revelations.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:34 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dario Durigan appointed as the new Minister of Finance in place of Haddad

Dario Durigan has been appointed as the new Minister of Finance, succeeding Fernando Haddad who stepped down to run for the government of SΓ£o Paulo.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:35 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

The legacy of Fernando Haddad in economics - The Subject #1684

Fernando Haddad concluded his tenure as Brazil's Minister of Finance, during which he achieved notable economic growth and reforms while facing criticism over increased taxes and public debt.

Mar 20 β€’ 05:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Haddad to contest his fifth election in 14 years; see voting history

Fernando Haddad announces his candidacy for the SΓ£o Paulo governorship for the fifth time in 14 years, backed by President Lula.

Mar 20 β€’ 03:01 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Durigan Takes Over the Treasury with the Challenge to Shield Fiscal Policies and Pave the Economy for Possible Lula 4

Dario Durigan is set to officially take over as Brazil's Minister of Finance, tasked with managing fiscal pressures in an election year while preparing for the potential continuation of Lula's economic policies.

Mar 20 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Paes leaves the City Hall of Rio with broken promise, bolsonarist language, and support for Lula

Eduardo Paes has announced his resignation as mayor of Rio de Janeiro to run for state governor, contradicting his campaign promises while adopting a political discourse appealing to the bolsonarist electorate.

Mar 20 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Who is Dario Durigan, the new Minister of Finance after Haddad's departure

Dario Durigan has been appointed as Brazil's new Minister of Finance, succeeding Fernando Haddad.

Mar 20 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Haddad seeks a vice connected to agribusiness to strengthen himself in the interior of SP

Fernando Haddad is looking for a vice-presidential candidate linked to the agribusiness sector to bolster his campaign in the interior of SΓ£o Paulo after his recent candidacy for governor.

Mar 20 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula says the vice-presidential position is open for Alckmin but does not rule him out for the Senate

President Lula stated that the vice-presidential spot for his re-election campaign is open to Geraldo Alckmin, who may also consider a Senate candidacy.

Mar 20 β€’ 00:39 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula says Master is 'snake's egg' of Bolsonaro and Roberto Campos Neto, former president of the Central Bank

Brazil's President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva criticized the Master Bank issue as a product of the Bolsonaro administration and its former Central Bank president, Roberto Campos Neto.

Mar 20 β€’ 00:33 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: NSC News from Thursday, March 19, 2026

NSC News covers various topics including legal issues surrounding Vorcaro and the implications of recent geopolitical events.

Mar 20 β€’ 00:22 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Haddad announces pre-candidacy for the Government of SP, denies bargaining and says he is entering to win

Minister Fernando Haddad has announced his pre-candidacy for the Government of SΓ£o Paulo, emphasizing a focus on winning rather than political bargaining.

Mar 20 β€’ 00:14 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

PT announces Haddad's pre-candidacy for the government of SP: 'You can have defeat in any election, but never a political defeat'

Fernando Haddad has been announced as the pre-candidate for the government of SΓ£o Paulo by the PT party, emphasizing the importance of political victories over electoral losses.

Mar 19 β€’ 23:42 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Iranian war alters Brazilian election and forces Lula to take action

The ongoing war in Iran is impacting Brazil's electoral landscape, compelling President Lula to implement emergency measures to mitigate rising fuel prices ahead of the elections.

Mar 19 β€’ 23:11 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Defense of businesswoman friend of Lulinha tells STF that PF made an error in report that raises suspicion of bribery via travel agency

The defense of Roberta Luchsinger claims that a Police Federal report alleging suspicious payments connected to her and Lulinha contains errors.

Mar 19 β€’ 22:06 UTC

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