'Pesso' and 'precionando': Portuguese mistakes in messages lead family to report disappearance of woman from Rio Grande do Sul in Florianópolis
A 47-year-old real estate agent, Luciani Aparecida Estivalet Freitas, has gone missing in Florianópolis, prompting her family to file a police report due to suspicious messages sent from her phone.
Ministry of Justice requests investigation into fuel price increase in RN
The National Consumer Secretary has requested an investigation into recent fuel price hikes in Rio Grande do Norte, despite unchanged prices from the main national supplier, Petrobras.
Mother arrested after test detects cocaine in 3-year-old daughter's urine in a city in Rio Grande do Sul
A 33-year-old woman was arrested in Gravataí, Brazil, after tests revealed cocaine in her 3-year-old daughter's urine, leading to an investigation of drug exposure.
Court orders compensation of R$ 120,000 and lifetime pension for victim of medical negligence in maternity hospital in RN
A court in Rio Grande do Norte determined compensation and a lifetime pension for a victim of medical negligence from 19 years ago.
VIDEO: Police investigate assault on delivery driver at restaurant in Natal
Police in Rio Grande do Norte are investigating an assault on a delivery driver that occurred outside a restaurant in Natal.
Gasoline surpasses R$ 7.30 in a city in Rio Grande do Sul; diesel reaches R$ 8.19
Gasoline prices in Bagé, Rio Grande do Sul, have exceeded R$ 7.30 per liter, prompting challenges for rural producers seeking diesel.
Conflict in the Middle East: Difficulty buying diesel affects public transport, and city in RS reduces bus schedules
Public transport in Rio Grande, Brazil, is facing reductions in bus schedules due to difficulties in procuring diesel fuel, influenced by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
New police station to combat rural crimes and cattle theft in RS will have sheepdog and Criollo horses on the team
The new Specialized Police Station for Rural Crimes and Cattle Theft in Rio Grande will incorporate a police sheepdog named Luna and donated Criollo horses into its operations.
Did you know? A plant from the canola family produces oil that serves as airplane fuel and becomes a bet among farmers from Rio Grande do Sul
Farmers in Rio Grande do Sul are looking to carinata, a winter crop from the canola family, as a potential source of airplane fuel amidst rising oil prices and supply issues.
Jesus Image? Unexpected Detail in Photo Moves Family from RS After Visit to Cristo Protetor
A family from Rio Grande do Sul was moved by a photograph that appeared to capture the outline of Jesus after their visit to the Cristo Protetor monument.
Rough Seas between RS and RJ; Cold Air and Humidity Keep Rainy and Cooler Week in the South and Southeast
Rough seas are expected between Rio Grande do Sul and Rio de Janeiro due to strong winds and meteorological systems, coupled with cool air and humidity causing rainy conditions this week.
Amid a wave of femicides, the government of RS announces the purchase of electronic ankle monitors and a new Women's Police Station; see other measures
The government of Rio Grande do Sul announced a R$ 71 million initiative to combat femicide and violence against women, including the purchase of 3,000 electronic ankle monitors and the expansion of police station hours.
IFRN offers 510 spots in technical courses integrated with EJA
The Federal Institute of Rio Grande do Norte (IFRN) has opened 510 spots in initial and continuing education courses integrated with Youth and Adult Education (EJA) for the first semester of 2026.
Summer harvest in RS expected to see a 7% drop in productivity; greatest loss is in soybeans
The summer harvest in Rio Grande do Sul is projected to decline by 7% in productivity for 2026, mainly due to drought conditions affecting soybean yields.
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.
Independent Instructors, New Scoring, and Use of Private Cars: Changes for Obtaining a Driver's License Take Effect in RS
New regulations regarding the issuance of Brazil's National Driver's License (CNH) take effect in Rio Grande do Sul, allowing independent driving instructors and changes in practical test scoring.
Producers in RS report difficulties in buying diesel and price increases, but ANP denies shortage
Rural producers in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, are facing challenges in purchasing diesel due to rising prices, despite the ANP's assurance of sufficient supply.
Uber is ordered to pay R$ 56,000 for discrimination against blind man in RS
Uber has been ordered by the Justice of Rio Grande do Sul to pay R$ 56,000 in compensation to a blind man who was discriminated against for trying to enter ride-hailing vehicles with a guide dog.
Eduardo Leite stands out from Caiado and Ratinho and raises his tone against Bolsonarism in the PSD
Governor Eduardo Leite of Rio Grande do Sul is differentiating himself from fellow PSD presidential candidates with stronger criticisms of Bolsonarism.
Mother and daughter die in house fire in Campo Grande, Rio
A mother and her daughter tragically died in a house fire in Campo Grande, Rio de Janeiro, while a 17-year-old relative sustained minor injuries.
Investment in machinery of more than R$ 5 million strengthens the road infrastructure of Fazenda Rio Grande
Fazenda Rio Grande, Brazil, is enhancing its road infrastructure through an over R$ 5 million investment in advanced machinery, funded by a partnership with the state government and federal amendments.
RS is expected to have intense rains in part of the state; find out where and until when
The Brazilian National Institute of Meteorology has issued an alert for potential heavy rains in several areas of Rio Grande do Sul.
Inmet issues warning for heavy rains in all cities of Rio Grande do Norte
The National Meteorology Institute (Inmet) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rains affecting all cities in Rio Grande do Norte, valid until the end of the day on Tuesday, October 9.
Albardão National Park: government creates 1 million hectares environmental preservation area in Southern RS
The Brazilian federal government has established the Albardão Marine National Park and Environmental Protection Area, covering over 1 million hectares, to protect biodiversity in Southern Rio Grande do Sul.
Videos show people climbing on bridge and jumping into river where boy drowned in interior of SP
Videos on social media depict people jumping from the same bridge in São Paulo where a 14-year-old boy drowned after jumping into the Rio Grande.
Eduardo Leite downplays the PSD's performance in research and highlights rejection of Lula and Flávio
Rio Grande do Sul Governor Eduardo Leite has downplayed the underwhelming performance of PSD candidates in recent polls while emphasizing high rejection rates for President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro.
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.
Rice producers suspend harvesting due to lack of diesel
Rice producers in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, have halted their harvest due to a critical diesel shortage affecting machinery operations.
Middle East War Impacts Diesel Supply and Worries the Agribusiness in Rio Grande do Sul
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is disrupting diesel supplies, causing concern for the agricultural sector in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state.
'Mirella, Letícia, Uliana': bloodied shoes mark Women's Day event and remember the names of the 20 femicide victims in RS
A Women's Day protest in Porto Alegre commemorated the names of 20 femicide victims in Rio Grande do Sul, highlighting rising violence against women.
Teenager dies after jumping from a prohibited bridge in the Rio Grande and drowning, says Civil Defense
A teenager drowned after jumping from a prohibited bridge into the Rio Grande despite safety warnings.
International Women's Day: Meet Four Rectors of Public Universities in RS Who Inspire New Generations
The article highlights the achievements and impact of female rectors at public universities in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, particularly the University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, which boasts a predominantly female student and staff body.
How an 18-year-old girl from the interior of RS won a full scholarship to Harvard; see the VIDEO in which she discovers her acceptance
Mariana Chaves, an 18-year-old from rural Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, received a full scholarship to Harvard University, marking a significant achievement in her educational journey.
'If It Scares You, Go With the Fear': Women Challenge Prejudices in Positions of Power and Historically Male Professions in RS
Women in Rio Grande do Sul are increasingly taking on roles in professions traditionally dominated by men, overcoming challenges and prejudices in the workplace.
'We just want to see our parents': tourists from Rio Grande do Sul shot in conflict area in Bahia arrive home
Two tourists from São Leopoldo who were shot in Bahia return to Rio Grande do Sul after their ordeal.
Grande Rio records rain this Saturday
Heavy rainfall affected the Greater Rio area on Saturday, prompting warnings from civil defense authorities due to flooding in some locations.
Cold front advances through the South and Southeast, changing the weather in Brazil this weekend
A cold front is expected to bring heavy rains and isolated thunderstorms to southern and southeastern Brazil this weekend.
With Lula's presence, Paes inaugurates the first tunnel in Campo Grande, West Zone of Rio
Rio de Janeiro's mayor, Eduardo Paes, inaugurated the Professor Moacyr Sreder Bastos Tunnel with President Lula, aimed at improving traffic flow in Campo Grande.
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.
Convicted of murdering hairdresser in Roraima is arrested in Rio Grande do Sul
Carlos Alberto Marquez Nunez, convicted for the murder of hairdresser Marcos Argenis Vallez in Roraima, was arrested in Rio Grande do Sul.
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.
Leite officially announces candidacy for presidency for PSD: 'Brazil has a leadership problem'
Eduardo Leite, the governor of Rio Grande do Sul, has declared his candidacy for the presidency of Brazil through a social media post outlining his proposals in a manifesto.
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.
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.
Priest is investigated for allegedly embezzling church money in a city with 6,000 inhabitants in RS
A priest in the small municipality of Independência, Brazil, is under investigation for alleged embezzlement of church funds for personal use.
Daughter of Pedro Ortaça is chosen as patroness of the Farroupilha Celebrations 2026 in RS
Psychologist, university professor, and singer Marianita Ortaça has been selected as the patroness for the 2026 Farroupilha Celebrations.
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.
The number of birds dead from avian influenza in Rio Grande do Sul rises to 15
The number of birds dead from highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 in Rio Grande do Sul has increased to 15.
RS had the highest number of feminicides in the South Region since 2021, research shows
The state of Rio Grande do Sul recorded the highest number of feminicide cases in Brazil's South Region between 2021 and 2025, with 444 cases.
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.