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National & Local

'I'm afraid to walk in the street,' says actress Rafaela Azevedo

Actress Rafaela Azevedo discusses her new play 'A Igreja da Fran,' which humorously explores the dynamics of faith and power.

Mar 22 β€’ 02:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Moraes orders the arrest of accountant suspected of violating fiscal confidentiality of relatives of authorities

Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes has ordered the preventive arrest of Washington Travassos de Azevedo, who is alleged to have been one of the masterminds behind a criminal organization that sold confidential data of Brazilian authorities and their families.

Mar 22 β€’ 00:52 UTC
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National & Local

SindusconPR: Marcelo Braga takes over the presidency for the 2026-2028 management

Marcelo Azevedo Braga has been officially appointed as the new president of SindusconPR for the management period 2026-2028, succeeding Carlos Augusto Emery Cade.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:45 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Drug trafficker from Minas Gerais arrested in Bolivia will be taken to maximum security prison

Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho, a drug trafficker known as 'Mancha,' was arrested in Bolivia and will be transferred to a maximum-security prison in Brazil following a judicial decision.

Mar 18 β€’ 20:12 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Trafficker 'Mancha' arrives in BH after being arrested in Bolivia

Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho, known as 'Mancha', was arrested in Bolivia and arrived in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, on a Federal Police flight.

Mar 17 β€’ 19:16 UTC
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National & Local

PF plane lands in Bolivia to bring 'Mancha', one of the most wanted traffickers in MG

A Federal Police jet has landed in Bolivia to transport Brazilian drug trafficker Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho, known as Mancha, who was arrested in Santa Cruz.

Mar 17 β€’ 09:28 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Miner drug dealer arrested in luxury condominium in Bolivia had fake identity and passport and kept $60,000

Brazilian drug dealer Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho was arrested in Bolivia while in possession of fake documents and a large sum of cash.

Mar 16 β€’ 22:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Brazilian sought for international trafficking arrested in Bolivia

Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho, a Brazilian fugitive involved in drug trafficking, was arrested in Bolivia by police forces.

Mar 16 β€’ 13:13 UTC
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National & Local

Bridges and roads destroyed: government acknowledges emergency situation in municipality of MT after heavy rains

The Brazilian government has recognized a state of emergency in Peixoto de Azevedo, Mato Grosso, due to severe flooding caused by heavy rains, impacting infrastructure and prompting federal aid requests.

Mar 14 β€’ 19:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Convicted rapist who became a city council substitute in PI is arrested again for violating electronic ankle monitor

Gasparino Azevedo, a convicted rapist and substitute city council member in PiauΓ­, was arrested again for violating the terms of his electronic monitoring.

Mar 14 β€’ 16:25 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dudu Azevedo, JosΓ© Loreto, FΓ‘bio AssunΓ§Γ£o, and Renato GΓ³es: see the actors who have played Jesus in β€˜The Passion of Christ’

The article discusses actors who have portrayed Jesus in the Brazilian theatrical production β€˜The Passion of Christ’ since its inception in 1968.

Mar 14 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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National & Local

Between Family Albums and Public Archives: Learn How 'The Secret Agent' Recreated 1970s Fashion in Almost 3,000 Pieces in the Film

The costume design for 'The Secret Agent' is a standout feature as it competes in four Oscar categories, highlighting the historical fashion of 1970s Recife through extensive research and collaboration.

Mar 13 β€’ 14:33 UTC
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National & Local

Bride Foregoes Makeup on Wedding Day for Moving and Honest Reason

A bride named Madison Azevedo gained widespread acclaim on social media for choosing to forgo makeup on her wedding day, aiming to remain true to herself.

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

TSE Minister Opens Divergence and Votes for Revocation in Case of Racial Quota Diversion

Minister Floriano de Azevedo Marques voted for the revocation of candidacies related to the misallocation of electoral funds meant for Black candidates.

Mar 12 β€’ 16:28 UTC
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National & Local

Businessman removed life jacket before drowning in lagoon during jet ski ride

A businessman, Euclides Victor Paiva de Azevedo, drowned in a lagoon after removing his life jacket in an attempt to swim to shore during a jet ski outing.

Mar 12 β€’ 13:59 UTC
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National & Local

Businessman is found dead after jet ski ride in lagoon in CearΓ‘

Businessman Euclides Victor Paiva de Azevedo, known as 'Catorze', was found dead after drowning during a jet ski ride in Lagoa do Catu, CearΓ‘.

Mar 11 β€’ 15:56 UTC
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National & Local

Indigenous person found dead in creek in MT

The body of 24-year-old Yti KayapΓ³ was discovered in the Lavadeiras Creek in Peixoto de Azevedo, Mato Grosso, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of death.

Mar 10 β€’ 13:50 UTC
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National & Local

Moraes archives inquiry against 'kid preto' brother's sister who tried to enter a battalion with electronics in a panettone

Alexandre de Moraes from Brazil's Supreme Court has archived an investigation against Dhebora Azevedo, who attempted to bring electronic devices into a military battalion concealed in a panettone.

Mar 6 β€’ 15:44 UTC
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National & Local

Lula appoints a Black lawyer as substitute judge of the TSE

President Lula has appointed NauΓͺ Bernardo Pereira de Azevedo, a Black lawyer, as a substitute judge on the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) in Brazil.

Mar 5 β€’ 12:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police investigated for raping a teenager during an approach in MT

Two military police officers in Brazil are under investigation for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl during a routine stop in Peixoto de Azevedo.

Mar 3 β€’ 18:09 UTC
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National & Local

Cleitinho confirms pre-candidacy for the government of Minas

Cleitinho Azevedo of the Republicans confirmed his pre-candidacy for the government of Minas Gerais in the 2026 elections.

Mar 2 β€’ 21:23 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cleitinho will run for the government of MG, says president of the Republicans

Senator Cleitinho Azevedo is set to run for the governorship of Minas Gerais as confirmed by the president of the Republicans party, Marcos Pereira.

Feb 28 β€’ 02:00 UTC
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National & Local

Consortium led by Azevedo & Travassos wins Rota Mogiana in SP with a bid of R$ 1.08 billion

The Consortium Rota Mogiana, led by Azevedo & Travassos, secured the concession of over 500 km of roads in SΓ£o Paulo for R$ 1.085 billion during a state auction.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:27 UTC
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National & Local

Rota Mogiana: with an offer of R$ 1 billion, consortium wins auction to manage 520 km of highways in the interior of SP

The Rota Mogiana consortium, led by Azevedo and Travassos, won a government auction to manage 520 km of highways in SΓ£o Paulo for R$ 1.084 billion, significantly exceeding the minimum bid requirement.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:09 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Arimateia Azevedo: STJ grants humanitarian pardon and orders the release of the journalist

The Superior Court of Justice (STJ) in Brazil has granted a humanitarian pardon to journalist JosΓ© de Arimateia Azevedo, allowing for his immediate release.

Feb 26 β€’ 20:27 UTC
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National & Local

Brother of mototaxi driver killed in accident with van is hospitalized in serious condition in Campina Grande

A mototaxi driver, Eduardo Barbosa de Azevedo, was killed in an accident involving a van while taking his brother to work in Campina Grande, Brazil, and his brother is currently in serious condition.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:51 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: runaway truck invades cemetery and destroys graves in MT

A runaway truck crashed into a cemetery in Peixoto de Azevedo, Brazil, destroying graves but leaving no injuries reported.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Council approves the creation of a process commission to investigate the appointment of former mayor to DME in PoΓ§os de Caldas, MG

The Municipal Chamber of PoΓ§os de Caldas has approved a process commission to investigate the appointment of former mayor SΓ©rgio Azevedo to the presidency of DME ParticipaΓ§Γ΅es.

Feb 25 β€’ 17:56 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Journalist ArimatΓ©ia Azevedo discharged from hospital and sent to prison in PI, says family

Journalist ArimatΓ©ia Azevedo was discharged from the hospital and is being sent back to prison despite concerns about his health, as mandated by the justice system in PiauΓ­.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:58 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Tripa' of Caprichoso, Alexandre Azevedo celebrates connection with fans at Carnaboi 2026 in Manaus: 'Our nation is our fuel'

Alexandre Azevedo, the 'tripa' of Boi Caprichoso, expresses the powerful connection with fans at the Carnaboi 2026 in Manaus, emphasizing the importance of their support in performances.

Feb 22 β€’ 04:50 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Reporter suffers attacks on social media after covering Carnival block in Natal

Reporter Fernando AzevΓͺdo has faced a wave of online abuse following his coverage of the Os CΓ£o block during the Carnival in Natal, Brazil.

Feb 20 β€’ 21:57 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice orders journalist ArimatΓ©ia Azevedo to return to prison; family reports worsening health

A Brazilian court has ordered the return of journalist ArimatΓ©ia Azevedo to a closed prison despite concerns from his family regarding his deteriorating health.

Feb 20 β€’ 20:31 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Inmate Found Dead in Porto Velho Penitentiary

A 26-year-old inmate, Bruno Azevedo Cavalcante, was found dead in the Jorge Thiago Aguiar Afonso State Penitentiary in Porto Velho, Brazil.

Feb 20 β€’ 19:42 UTC
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National & Local

Counselor from Fernando de Noronha remains in office after hitching a ride on the plane of a fined company

Despite one official being dismissed, legal advisor AndrΓ© Luiz Pereira de Azevedo continues in his role after a controversial flight incident.

Feb 19 β€’ 18:06 UTC
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National & Local

Family bids farewell to baby who died after eucalyptus tree fell on car returning from Carnival

A family in RibeirΓ£o Preto is mourning the loss of one-year-old Luiza Guerra de Azevedo, who died when a eucalyptus tree fell on their car while returning home from a Carnival celebration.

Feb 18 β€’ 22:04 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: river rises, causes flooding and road closures in municipality of MT

The municipality of Peixoto de Azevedo in Brazil is facing severe flooding and road closures due to heavy rainfall that raised river levels significantly.

Feb 18 β€’ 20:07 UTC
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National & Local

Carnival Tuesday wraps up the revelry in Recife with shows by Alceu, Elba, Geraldo Azevedo, Spok, and OrquestrΓ£o; see the schedule

Recife bids farewell to its carnival festivities with performances from prominent local artists, while various neighborhoods join in the celebration.

Feb 17 β€’ 03:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Kevinho performs on the third night of carnival in Boa Vista; check the schedule

Brazilian funk artist Kevinho is set to perform at the carnival in Boa Vista, showcasing his hit songs in a free concert.

Feb 16 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Woman is stabbed to death and sister is injured in Bahia; partner is the main suspect

A woman was fatally stabbed in IpirΓ‘, Bahia, and her sister was injured in an attack, with the main suspect being the victim's partner who is currently on the run.

Feb 14 β€’ 10:49 UTC
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National & Local

Mayor of DivinΓ³polis publishes video comparing gorilla buttocks to black man's lips, deletes content and apologizes

The mayor of DivinΓ³polis, Gleidson Azevedo, faced backlash after posting a video that compared a gorilla's buttocks to the lips of a black man, which he later deleted and apologized for.

Feb 13 β€’ 22:18 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspect of killing gym owner arrested after being identified by cameras in Bahia

A woman suspected of murdering gym owner EdmΓ‘rcio Azevedo de Jesus was arrested after being recognized by facial recognition cameras in Bahia, Brazil.

Feb 13 β€’ 14:36 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Mother's face cut by glass while trying to resolve conflict between children in Roblox game

Carla Taize Azevedo Jesus was seriously injured after attempting to mediate a dispute between her children and another child related to a conflict originating from the online game Roblox.

Feb 13 β€’ 08:24 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Teenager apprehended suspected of shooting another student in front of school in MT

A 16-year-old was apprehended for allegedly shooting a 17-year-old student in front of a school in Peixoto de Azevedo, Brazil.

Feb 12 β€’ 01:14 UTC
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National & Local

Blue Macaw Rescued with Suspected Food Poisoning in MT

A blue macaw was rescued in Peixoto de Azevedo, Brazil, after being found disoriented and suspected of food poisoning, likely caused by exposure to agricultural chemicals.

Feb 11 β€’ 20:59 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Teenager shot dead in front of school two days after another student was murdered in MT

A 17-year-old boy was shot dead in front of a school in Peixoto de Azevedo, Brazil, just two days after another teenage shooting in the same town.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:13 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tabira Carnival 2026 announces Geraldo Azevedo, Heitor Costa, Pedrinho PegaΓ§Γ£o, and more: Check out the program

The Tabira Carnival 2026 will feature notable performances including Geraldo Azevedo and Pedrinho PegaΓ§Γ£o, taking place from February 13 to 17 in Pernambuco, Brazil.

Feb 11 β€’ 12:06 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Reporter at TSE votes to reject the request for the revocation of Jorge Seif's mandate and ineligibility

Minister Floriano de Azevedo Marques voted to reject a request for the revocation of Senator Jorge Seif's mandate, citing insufficient evidence of election irregularities.

Feb 10 β€’ 23:54 UTC
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National & Local

78-Year-Old Man Transporting Metals in Canoe Disappears in AC, and Family Reports Distress: 'Not Knowing What to Do'

A 78-year-old man, Salvino Gomes de Azevedo, has been missing since last Thursday after his canoe disappeared in near Union Bridge on the JuruΓ‘ River in Cruzeiro do Sul, Acre.

Feb 10 β€’ 22:37 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Teenager shot in diner was killed by uniformed student in MT; video

A 15-year-old boy named Lucas Gabriel Lazarim was shot dead by a fellow student in a diner in Peixoto de Azevedo, Brazil, following reported personal conflicts between them.

Feb 10 β€’ 15:18 UTC
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National & Local

Young man shot dead in a snack bar in front of friends in MT

A young man was shot and killed in a snack bar in Peixoto de Azevedo, Brazil, while with his friends.

Feb 10 β€’ 00:47 UTC

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