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Crime & Justice

Woman arrested on suspicion of embezzling over R$ 277,000 from a welfare organization in RN

A woman was arrested for allegedly embezzling more than R$ 277,000 from a welfare organization in Natal, Brazil.

Mar 10 • 16:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public competition of the Public Prosecutor's Office of RN has 22 legal analyst vacancies and a salary of almost R$ 9 thousand

The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, announced a public competition for 22 legal analyst positions with a salary of R$ 8,977.79, and it aims to promote diversity in hiring.

Mar 10 • 15:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Reservoir breaks after heavy rains in municipality of RN

A water reservoir named Açude de Zé Pereira in Cruzeta, Brazil, broke after heavy rainfall, although no damage or risk to nearby facilities was reported.

Mar 10 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

6-year-old girl is shot by brother in RN

A 6-year-old girl was accidentally shot in the face by her 8-year-old brother while playing with a gun in Afonso Bezerra, Brazil.

Mar 10 • 12:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I have paid my punishment": a candidate from the RN list in the municipal elections in Ajaccio convicted of murder in 2005

Yann Fleurquin, a candidate from the RN list in Ajaccio's municipal elections, is revealed to have been convicted for murder in 2005, prompting controversy during the campaign.

Mar 10 • 08:56 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

From LFI to RN: How the Immigration Theme Could Matter in the Municipal Elections

The article discusses the significance of immigration as a contested theme in the upcoming French municipal elections, highlighting the differing perspectives of political parties.

Mar 10 • 07:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police investigates if there was a failure in the car that fell into the reservoir in RN; man and teenager died

A police investigation is underway in Brazil to determine if a car malfunction was responsible for the fatal accident in which a man and a teenager died after their vehicle plunged into a reservoir.

Mar 9 • 22:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man and teenager die after car falls into reservoir in RN

A man and a teenager lost their lives after a car fell into the Boqueirão Dam reservoir in Parelhas, Brazil.

Mar 9 • 12:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protests cause blockades on BR-101 and BR-405 in RN

Protests by the Landless Workers' Movement (MST) are blocking two federal highways in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, highlighting women's issues and environmental concerns.

Mar 9 • 10:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three men shot dead inside a car in a city in the interior of RN

Three men were shot dead inside a car in Lagoa Salgada, Brazil, early Saturday morning.

Mar 7 • 13:29 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: In Menton, Bardella Hopes for the 'First Step' of an RN Wave in the Southeast

Jordan Bardella, the president of National Rally (RN), is optimistic about the upcoming municipal elections in Menton, viewing them as a key opportunity for the party's expansion in southeastern France.

Mar 6 • 22:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bridge that 'shakes' during vehicle passage in RN is closed; see alternative routes

The bridge linking the municipalities of Alto do Rodrigues and Carnaubais in Rio Grande do Norte has been closed by the local authority due to safety concerns after it was observed shaking during vehicle transit.

Mar 6 • 15:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Marseille: "Mélenchon is not at home here," says Franck Allisio (RN)

Franck Allisio, RN candidate in the upcoming municipal elections in Marseille, criticizes Jean-Luc Mélenchon, claiming he is unwelcome in the city, amidst political tensions.

Mar 6 • 15:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man kills sister and takes his own life in the interior of RN

A man shot and killed his sister before committing suicide in Apodi, Brazil, amidst reported family disputes.

Mar 6 • 14:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN opens 1,164 formal job positions in January, according to Caged

Rio Grande do Norte created 1,164 formal job openings in January 2026, signaling a recovery in employment after previous losses.

Mar 6 • 12:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Asphalt on bridge in RN has cracks and 'wobbles' with vehicles passing through

A bridge on RN-408 in Brazil exhibits significant structural issues, including cracks and movement under vehicle weight, prompting inspections and reports from local authorities.

Mar 5 • 23:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The USA lifts sanctions on Russian oil giant Rosneft Deutschland

The U.S. Treasury has issued a general license allowing transactions related to Rosneft Deutschland and RN Refining & Marketing, lifting sanctions previously imposed in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Mar 5 • 16:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN confirms second case of superfungus Candida auris in hospital

The state of Rio Grande do Norte in Brazil has confirmed a second case of the superfungus Candida auris in a hospital, affecting an elderly woman with multiple health issues.

Mar 5 • 16:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than a week after announcement, appointment of 161 civil police officers has not been published in the Official Gazette of RN

The government of Rio Grande do Norte has yet to officially publish the appointments of 161 civil police officers, announced over a week ago by Governor Fátima Bezerra.

Mar 5 • 13:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Assembly defines rules for indirect election to the government of RN in case of double resignation

The Assembly of Rio Grande do Norte defined rules for an indirect election if both the governor and vice governor resign to pursue other political positions.

Mar 4 • 22:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Atacarejo opens 40 job vacancies in RN; see how to apply

Assaí has opened 40 job vacancies in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, across various operational roles, particularly for store operators and cashiers.

Mar 4 • 19:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues new orange and yellow alerts for heavy rains in RN

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued orange and yellow alerts for heavy rains affecting the entire state of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, with warnings valid until 10 AM on Friday, October 6th.

Mar 4 • 17:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

War in Iran: Why the RN's Proposal to Lower Energy Taxes Does Not Achieve Consensus

Marine Le Pen's proposal to lower energy taxes amid rising costs due to the Iran conflict faces rejection from the French government.

Mar 4 • 17:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains cause suspension of classes, road erosion, and other damage in cities of RN; see

Heavy rains in Rio Grande do Norte led to class suspensions, road erosions, and severe flooding across various cities.

Mar 4 • 17:04 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Var: The Mayor of Toulon Warns Against 'Division' and 'Shame' if Lavalette (RN) is Elected

The Mayor of Toulon, Josée Massi, warns voters against electing National Rally candidate Laure Lavalette, highlighting fears of division in the city.

Mar 4 • 17:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Wife of Spanish man found dead in lagoon in RN arrested on suspicion of involvement in the crime

The wife of Spanish businessman Joan Suriol Giralt has been arrested on suspicion of being involved in his murder near Maxaranguape, RN, alongside a trusted employee.

Mar 4 • 14:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN registers rain in all regions and has a new alert for intense precipitation

Rio Grande do Norte experienced significant rainfall across all regions, leading to class cancellations and a new weather alert for heavy rain.

Mar 4 • 12:39 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

War in Iran: the government closes the door on RN proposals to mitigate a possible surge in energy prices

The French government rejects proposals from the National Rally party to alleviate potential energy price increases due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.

Mar 4 • 08:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See rainfall forecast for March, April, and May in RN, according to Emparn

The rainfall forecast for March, April, and May in Rio Grande do Norte indicates normal levels of precipitation as announced by Emparn.

Mar 3 • 20:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver dies in collision between trucks on BR-226 in RN

A driver was killed in a collision between trucks on BR-226 in Triunfo Potiguar, RN, on Tuesday, with another driver seriously injured and taken to the hospital.

Mar 3 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Families rescued by helicopter after being stranded in the interior of RN

A group of five families trapped by heavy rains in rural Santo Antônio, Brazil, was rescued by helicopter amid growing concerns for their safety.

Mar 3 • 16:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Family Rescued by Helicopter After Being Stranded by River Flooding in RN

A family of five was rescued by helicopter after being stranded due to the flooding of the Jacu River in Espírito Santo, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.

Mar 2 • 22:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Dam in Serra Negra do Norte overflows after rains in RN

The Dinamarca dam in Serra Negra do Norte overflowed after recent rains in Rio Grande do Norte, reaching full capacity for water storage.

Mar 2 • 21:08 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

New nuclear deterrence doctrine presented by Macron: RN "takes note", Retailleau "reassured", Mélenchon puzzled

Emmanuel Macron's new nuclear deterrence doctrine has been cautiously received by political opponents, eliciting mixed reactions regarding its implications for France and Europe.

Mar 2 • 19:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet places 63 cities on red alert for rains; there are warnings for all of RN

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has increased the number of cities in Rio Grande do Norte under a red alert for heavy rainfall to 63, with warnings also in effect for the entire state.

Mar 2 • 19:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP charges 16 people for fraud in RN that caused a loss of R$ 3.8 million to banks and companies

The Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte has charged 16 individuals in connection with a systematic financial fraud scheme that resulted in R$ 3.8 million in losses to banks and consortium companies.

Mar 2 • 17:45 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Strasbourg: RN Candidate Withdraws from Debate After Student Blockade

The RN candidate for the Strasbourg municipal elections, Virginie Joron, has opted out of an upcoming debate following protests by students against her participation.

Mar 2 • 16:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Group of 15 people rescued after getting lost and partially stranded on a trail in RN

A group of 15 individuals, including three children, was rescued after getting lost and stranded by rising water levels in the Rio Grande do Norte region of Brazil.

Mar 2 • 11:23 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Marseille: Payan Tightened by Allisio, the Right Declines

A recent Ifop poll shows a close race between incumbent mayor Benoît Payan and RN candidate Franck Allisio ahead of the municipal elections in Marseille.

Mar 2 • 10:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues red and orange rain alerts for RN; see cities

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for heavy rain in 36 cities of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, valid until the end of Monday, warning of major risks including flooding and landslides.

Mar 1 • 15:42 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections: Jordan Bardella Calls on the 'So-Called Moderate' Left to Sever Ties with LFI

Jordan Bardella, leader of the RN, urges the moderate left in France to definitively break away from LFI during a meeting in Perpignan, linking recent violence to the political rhetoric of leftist leaders.

Feb 28 • 18:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues red, orange, and yellow rain alerts for cities in RN; see lists

Inmet has issued red, orange, and yellow rain alerts for several cities in Rio Grande do Norte due to expected heavy rainfall.

Feb 28 • 15:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN is the 2nd state in the country with the most obese adults, says Ministry of Health

Rio Grande do Norte has the second highest rate of adult obesity in Brazil, with 42% of adults attending the public health system showing some degree of obesity.

Feb 28 • 11:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders the blocking of R$ 3.7 million from the RN government and Natal city hall to guarantee surgeries for adolescents

A court in Rio Grande do Norte has ordered the freezing of R$ 3.7 million to fund scoliosis surgeries for adolescents due to delays in the public health system.

Feb 27 • 22:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Civil police officer is shot in clash with criminal in the interior of RN

A civil police officer in Brazil was shot during an operation to dismantle a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking and robbery, resulting in the suspect's death.

Feb 27 • 13:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

After Mélenchon's remarks in Lyon, should there be an anti-LFI barrier in the elections?

Following contentious remarks made by Jean-Luc Mélenchon in Lyon, there is debate about whether anti-La France Insoumise (LFI) measures should be enacted for the upcoming elections.

Feb 27 • 09:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The announcement of the competition for the Penal Police of RN will be published in March, government announces

The government of Rio Grande do Norte has announced that a public competition for the Penal Police will be published in March, creating 300 new positions.

Feb 26 • 21:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"What shocked me is exile in addition to pain": Sébastien Chenu justifies his vote in favor of the end-of-life bill

Sébastien Chenu, the vice-president of the RN party in France, explains his support for a contentious end-of-life bill, emphasizing the need for equality in access to palliative care.

Feb 26 • 08:07 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: "No question" for the RN to withdraw its candidates to block LFI, says Marine Le Pen

Marine Le Pen has stated that the National Rally (RN) will not withdraw its candidates in the 2026 municipal elections to prevent candidates from La France Insoumise (LFI) from winning.

Feb 25 • 21:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Multi-Year Energy Programming: The National Assembly Rejects the RN's Motion of Censure Against the Government

The National Assembly of France rejected a motion of censure from the National Rally (RN) against the government regarding the country's energy strategy up to 2035.

Feb 25 • 19:22 UTC

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