Learn what norovirus is, the main suspect in an outbreak that affected more than 70 people and suspended classes in RS
Classes in Pelotas, Brazil, have been suspended due to a gastrointestinal illness outbreak linked to norovirus, affecting over 70 individuals, primarily young children.
Gastrointestinal outbreak causes 8 schools in RS to suspend classes; more than 60 children have symptoms
A gastrointestinal virus outbreak has led to the temporary closure of eight municipal schools in Pelotas, Brazil, following reports of over 60 symptomatic children.
Farmer killed by police in RS: deadline for conclusion of the investigation extended; understand the reason
The deadline for the conclusion of the military police investigation into the killing of farmer Marcos Nörnberg has been extended to allow for a simulation of the events involved.
Invasive piranha species found in RS and raises alert for ecological, economic risks and risk of attacks
Yellow piranhas were discovered in Pelotas, southern Rio Grande do Sul, raising alarms for ecological and economic threats due to their invasive nature.
Toll in RS, one of the most expensive in Brazil, will be deactivated after 28 years; understand
The Pelotas toll plazas in southern Brazil will be deactivated after 28 years of operation, eliminating high toll fees for motorists and truck drivers alike.
Antena 3 hires Patricia Conde to replace Juanra Bonet in 'Juego de pelotas'
Antena 3 has hired Patricia Conde to take over from Juanra Bonet as the host of 'Juego de pelotas', which is set to begin its second season.
Truck driver indicted for accident with 11 deaths on BR-116; investigation points to speeding and distraction
A truck driver has been indicted for causing an accident that resulted in 11 fatalities on BR-116, with investigations indicating speeding and distraction as key factors.
Accident with Uruguayan vehicle on BR-116 leaves one child dead
A child died in a rollover accident involving a Uruguayan vehicle on Brazil's BR-116 near Pelotas.
Tornado hits Pelotas and causes damage in a mechanic shop in RS
A tornado struck Pelotas in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, causing damage to a mechanic shop and resulting in localized flooding and other damages across several neighborhoods.
Daily Summary #1863: After Toffoli's departure, understand the next steps in the Master case at the STF; Tornado causes destruction in Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul
The daily summary discusses the aftermath of Toffoli's departure from the STF and its implications for the ongoing Master case, the destructive tornado in Pelotas, and other local news including a tragic student death and insights on Brazil's generational satisfaction in love and sex.
Tornado causes destruction in Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul
A tornado caused significant destruction in Pelotas, Brazil, affecting buildings and infrastructure.
VIDEO: Funnel Cloud Recorded During Storm in Pelotas
A funnel cloud was observed in Pelotas, Brazil, during a storm, although it did not touch the ground to become a tornado.
Investigation into accident with 11 victims on BR-116 stalls as it completes one month without conclusions
The investigation into a traffic accident on BR-116 that resulted in 11 deaths in Pelotas, southern Brazil, has reached a month without any conclusions due to pending forensic reports from the Institute of General Expertise.