'Fringe Benefits': a retired judge complained about the lack of snacks and coffee for magistrates during a trial at the STF
During a trial at Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, retired judge Cláudia Márcia de Carvalho Soares criticized the lack of basic provisions for magistrates, including snacks and functional apartments.
STF tries to get out of a tight spot
Under pressure from the Master bank scandal, Brazil's STF is pushing forward with agendas that might improve its public image.
STF postpones judgment on pay supplements for public servants until the end of March
The Brazilian Supreme Court has postponed the judgment regarding salary supplements for public servants to March 25, while two temporary decisions suspending these payments remain in effect.
STF postpones the judgment on 'perks' in public salaries to March 25; suspension in effect continues
The Brazilian Supreme Court has postponed the judgment regarding additional payments known as 'perks' in public salaries to March 25, while a suspension of these payments remains in effect.
Shooting at the home of fashion designer Mayank Chawla in Gurugram, STF arrests three shooters
Three shooters involved in the shooting incident at fashion designer Mayank Chawla's home in Gurugram have been arrested by the STF.
STF resumes judgment on salary supplements for public servants
The STF returns to discuss and vote on the suspension of salary supplements for public servants in Brazil following hearings and reports by its ministers.
TarcÃsio's administration asks the STF for more time to deliver the plan to restore the researchers' framework
The TarcÃsio de Freitas administration in São Paulo has missed a deadline set by the Supreme Federal Court to present a plan for restoring environmental researchers and is now seeking an extension.
TCU will maintain oversight over pension funds with public sponsorship, decides STF
The Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that the Court of Audit of the Union (TCU) will continue to oversee pension funds sponsored by state companies and banks.
STF resumes judgment on additional payments this Thursday
The Brazilian Supreme Court is resuming its judgment on actions regarding additional payments that allow certain public servants to exceed the constitutional salary cap.
Understand what 'penduricalhos' are and what is at stake in the STF trial
The recent suspension of 'penduricalhos' by Brazilian Supreme Court ministers has reignited debates over constitutional spending ceilings.
CPI of Organized Crime summons brothers of Dias Toffoli, from the STF, to testify and approves breaking the secrecy of the family's company
The CPI of Organized Crime in Brazil has summoned the brothers of Supreme Court Minister Dias Toffoli for questioning and approved the breaking of confidentiality regarding their family's business dealings.
STF sentences Chiquinho and Domingos Brazão to 76 years in prison as mastermind behind the murders of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes
The Brazilian Supreme Court has sentenced brothers Chiquinho and Domingos Brazão to over 76 years in prison for their roles as masterminds in the murders of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes.
Daily summary of JN: Storms in MG expected to intensify this Thursday and the number of dead reaches 47; STF condemns the masterminds of the assassination of Marielle and Anderson Gomes to 76 years in prison
Heavy storms are set to intensify in Minas Gerais, Brazil, where the death toll has risen to 47, while the country's Supreme Court has sentenced those responsible for the assassination of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes to lengthy prison terms.
Entities defend perks at the STF, and lawyer says judge 'barely has a snack'
Representatives of judicial entities defended the payment of extra allowances, claiming that judges are underpaid and that the legal career is unattractive due to complexity and workload.
VIDEOS: RJ2 of Wednesday, February 25, 2026
The STF sentenced brothers Brazão to 76 years in prison for the murder of Marielle and Anderson, with additional damages to be paid to their families.
Supreme Court Validates Law Requiring Technical Reports for Pavement Works in Piracicaba
The Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that a law requiring technical reports for pavement works in Piracicaba is constitutional, enhancing contract oversight.
TCU gives 15 days for STF, STJ, and TST to justify exclusive VIP rooms at BrasÃlia Airport
The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts (TCU) has given 15 days for the Supreme Federal Court, Superior Court of Justice, and Superior Labor Court to justify their exclusive VIP room contracts at BrasÃlia International Airport.
Family members of Marielle celebrate the conviction of the masterminds by the STF: 'Justice for her is a lifelong task'
Relatives of assassinated councilwoman Marielle Franco celebrated the conviction of the crime's masterminds by Brazil's Supreme Court during an emotional session.
Herzog Institute takes action in the STF against amnesty for the murder of Rubens Paiva
The Vladimir Herzog Institute has been admitted as amicus curiae in a Supreme Federal Court case regarding the applicability of the Amnesty Law to the case of Rubens Paiva, a former congressman who was disappeared and murdered during the military dictatorship in Brazil.
STF judges Dino's injunction that suspended salary perks for public servants; watch
The STF is set to judge the injunction from Minister Flávio Dino that suspended additional salary payments for public servants in Brazil.
STF condemns Brazão brothers for the murders of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes; see what happens next
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has convicted the Brazão brothers for the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes, leading to significant legal consequences for the defendants.
Coming Soon: STF judges the legality of additional payments for civil servants
The STF is set to review the legality of additional payments made to civil servants, amid discussions of a constitutional amendment allowing payments beyond salary caps.
STF sentences Brazão brothers to 76 years and 3 months in prison for Marielle's murder; see sentences
The Brazilian Supreme Court has sentenced the Brazão brothers to over 76 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver.
Marielle Case: STF acquits ex-delegate Rivaldo Barbosa of murder charges
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court acquitted former delegate Rivaldo Barbosa of planning and ordering the murder of ex-councilor Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes but convicted him of corruption and obstruction of justice.
Marielle Case: Cármen Lúcia votes and STF has a majority to convict the Brazão brothers as masterminds of the crime
The Brazilian Supreme Court has a majority ruling to convict the Brazão brothers for orchestrating the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver Anderson Gomes.
STF says that MEC can decide on rules for opening medical courses
The Brazilian Supreme Court has ruled that the Ministry of Education can set regulations for the establishment of medical courses and slots in higher education through public announcements.
Marielle's Mother Falls Ill on 2nd Day of Trial at the STF
Marinete da Silva, mother of Marielle Franco, fell ill during the second day of the trial regarding the murder of her daughter and driver Anderson Gomes.
First Group of the STF begins second day of the trial of the Marielle case
The First Group of Brazil's Federal Supreme Court has commenced the second day of trial for those accused of instigating the murder of former councilor Marielle Franco and her driver Anderson Gomes.
STF judges those accused of ordering Marielle's murder; watch live
The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil is set to announce its verdict in the trial concerning the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco.
PT calls on STF to annul TJMG decision that acquitted man who claimed relationship with 12-year-old girl
The Workers' Party (PT) has filed a direct action of unconstitutionality with Brazil's Supreme Court to overturn a decision that acquitted a 35-year-old man accused of having a relationship with a 12-year-old girl.
STF to decide on additional payments for civil servants this Wednesday; projects have been stalled in Congress for years
The Brazilian Supreme Court will deliberate on a decision regarding additional payments to civil servants that have been a subject of legal and legislative contention for years.
Marielle Case: STF's First Panel Resumes Hearing This Wednesday with Votes from Moraes and Other Ministers
The First Panel of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) is set to hear votes on the trial regarding the assassination of councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver, Anderson Gomes.
Coup Acts: STF rejects appeals and maintains conviction of former top brass of the DF Military Police
Brazil's Federal Supreme Court upheld the conviction of five former leaders of the Military Police of the Federal District for their roles in a coup attempt.
The Economist magazine says that the STF is involved in a 'huge scandal'
The British magazine The Economist claims that Brazil's Supreme Court (STF) is entangled in a significant scandal linked to suspicions surrounding court ministers and banker Daniel Vorcaro.
Gilmar Mendes, from the Supreme Federal Court, decides that the Judiciary and the Public Ministry can only pay 'fringe benefits' if provided for by federal law
Minister Gilmar Mendes ruled that the Judiciary and Public Ministry in Brazil can only authorize fringe benefits if there is a federal law in place.
Defense of the Brazão Brothers bets on lack of evidence to counter the PGR's narrative in the STF
The defense strategy of the Brazão brothers focuses on the absence of material evidence as the Supreme Court begins to review their involvement in the murders of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes.
STF has jurisprudence against extras, but wavering application
The Brazilian Supreme Court (STF) has established a position against additional remuneration for public servants, yet inconsistent applications of this stance have allowed these extra payments to proliferate.
Marielle Case: First Day of Trial in the STF Ends with Condemnation Request and Defense Statements
The trial concerning the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes began in Brazil's Supreme Court, with the prosecution seeking condemnation while the defense pleaded for acquittal.
Lessa's plea bargain becomes the center of debate between prosecution and defense in the Marielle case at the Supreme Court
The validity of ex-PM Ronnie Lessa's plea bargain has taken center stage in the ongoing trial of the Marielle Franco case at Brazil's Supreme Court.
Decisions by Gilmar and Dino block perks; understand STF measures
Recent decisions by Brazilian ministers Gilmar Mendes and Flávio Dino aim to curtail public sector perks that exceed constitutional limits.
Warner sues STF against decision censoring documentary about religious group Arautos do Evangelho
Warner Bros. has filed a lawsuit with Brazil's Supreme Court seeking to overturn a prior ruling that prevents the release of a documentary about the religious group Arautos do Evangelho, citing censorship concerns.
Participants of meeting on salary additions at the STF defended Congress's role in the discussion
A meeting convened by the President of the Supreme Federal Court in Brazil highlighted the contentious relationship between the judiciary and Congress regarding the regulation of unspecified salary additions.
STF has majority to validate São Paulo's adherence to debt refinancing program with the Union
The Brazilian Supreme Court has formed a majority to validate São Paulo's debt refinancing contract with the federal government, ensuring the state saves R$ 1 billion per month.
President of the TJ-SP tells colleagues that ministers of the STF recognize 'wage disparity' of judges
The President of the São Paulo Court of Justice stated that Supreme Court ministers acknowledge the salary disparity faced by judges, highlighting ongoing discussions for a consensual remunerative policy.
Supreme Court corrects its own capital
The Brazilian Supreme Court's recent actions reflect a gradual erosion of the constitutional principle of impersonality in public administration.
STF meets with Congress leaders and discusses transition rule regarding salary bonuses
The President of the STF met with Congress leaders to discuss a transition rule regarding public service salary bonuses ahead of a significant court ruling.
VIDEOS: MG1 of Tuesday, February 24, 2026
G1's MG1 program covers significant news including a building collapse in Ubá, Brazil, and ongoing political developments concerning the STF.
STF and Congress decide to draft a transition proposal after meeting about additional payments
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) and Congress have agreed to create a transition rule to regulate the payment of indemnity funds known as 'penduricalhos' in the public service.
Marielle Case: First Panel Begins Judging Those Accused of Ordering the Murder of Councilwoman
The First Panel of the Federal Supreme Court in Brazil began the trial of those accused of orchestrating the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco.
Marielle's family demands exemplary punishment and says judgment at STF is a response to democracy
The family of Marielle Franco attends the Supreme Court for the trial of those accused of orchestrating her murder, emphasizing its importance for justice and democracy in Brazil.