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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Woman arrested on suspicion of keeping her disabled sister in captivity in BA; victim lived in a room with insects and no hygiene

A 44-year-old woman was arrested in Brazil on charges of holding her disabled sister in inhumane conditions, leading to her severe neglect and abuse.

Mar 21 • 21:19 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who was Surya Pratap Singh? Whose death shook the campus of Varanasi College

Surya Pratap Singh, a BA student at UP College in Varanasi, was shot dead in broad daylight, provoking outrage and panic among students.

Mar 20 • 11:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

69-year-old man arrested on suspicion of raping domestic worker for a year in BA; victim is pregnant with twins

A 69-year-old man has been arrested in Brazil on suspicion of sexually assaulting his domestic worker for a year, and the victim is now pregnant with twins, potentially fathered by him.

Mar 19 • 18:31 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

BA: Charged with child marriage after notification from the Child Welfare Services

A mother and a man in his 30s are charged with arranging child marriage involving the mother's 15-year-old daughter.

Mar 19 • 11:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TRE-BA takes itinerant action for biometric data collection, electoral domicile transfer, and other services to cities in the interior

The Regional Electoral Court of Bahia (TRE-BA) is providing mobile electoral services to the municipalities of Amélia Rodrigues and Pé de Serra.

Mar 18 • 20:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Itacaré (BA) councilors criticize protest and defend tourism following confusion with Israeli tourists

Councilors from Itacaré (BA) criticized the repercussions of a pro-Palestine protest that led to the detention of three Israeli tourists, emphasizing the need to protect the local tourism image.

Mar 18 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pro-Palestinian demonstration ends with three Israeli tourists detained in Itacaré (BA)

Three Israeli tourists were detained in Itacaré, Bahia, during a pro-Palestinian demonstration after clashing with protestors and resisting police intervention.

Mar 16 • 23:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

TCU uncovers a financial gap of R$ 1.4 billion and maintains suspension of railway

The Brazilian Federal Court (TCU) has discovered a financial gap of R$ 1.4 billion, leading to the continued suspension of the Ferrogão railway concession slated to connect Sinop-MT to the port of Itaituba-BA.

Mar 16 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nine people injured after bus overturns on highway in Bahia

Nine people were injured when a bus overturned on the BA-670 highway near the city of Itapetinga, Brazil.

Mar 16 • 10:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Acelen is notified to clarify the fuel pricing policy practiced in the last 30 days in Bahia

The Superintendência de Proteção e Defesa do Consumidor (Procon-BA) has notified Acelen to explain its fuel pricing policy due to recent price increases in Bahia.

Mar 13 • 10:39 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

BA: Arna Suspect Confesses to Murder

The suspect in the Arna murder has admitted to killing Mohammad Tariq Wasiri.

Mar 12 • 10:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Search for woman dragged by flood in BA reaches three days with help from helicopter, sniffer dog, drone, and divers

The search for a woman in Bahia, Brazil, who was swept away by floodwaters, has entered its third day utilizing various rescue methods including a helicopter and a sniffer dog.

Mar 11 • 23:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders release of indigenous leader arrested on suspicion of involvement in shooting attack that left tourists injured in BA

A Brazilian court has ordered the release of an indigenous leader who was held on suspicion of involvement in a shooting that injured tourists, citing insufficient evidence for continued detention.

Mar 10 • 17:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man dies after collision between two motorcycles on BA-120, in Bahia

A 41-year-old man died and another was injured following a motorcycle collision on the BA-120 highway in Bahia.

Mar 9 • 14:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnish singer revealed to be dating a woman known from TV

Tidjân Ba, a singer from the band Kwan, has publicly announced his secret relationship and engagement with Heidi Kytö, a reality TV star.

Mar 9 • 13:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Winner of the Brasília auction will have to manage 8 airports in the Midwest, 1 in PR, and 1 in BA

The winning company of the Brasília airport auction will be required to manage eight airports in the Midwest region, one in Paraná, and one in Bahia as part of a larger federal concession plan.

Mar 9 • 13:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Kim Ba-da, vocalist of the band Sinawe, arrested on charges of marijuana inhalation

Kim Ba-da, the 55-year-old vocalist of the band Sinawe, has been arrested in Sokcho for allegedly inhaling marijuana.

Mar 9 • 09:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Children die after being hit by a car on a highway in Bahia; victims were siblings

Two siblings tragically lost their lives after being struck by a car on the BA-120 highway in Ibirataia, Bahia.

Mar 8 • 16:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jacutinga, extinct in the Atlantic Forest of ES, RJ, and BA, may return to nature with conservation project

A conservation project is underway to reintroduce the jacutinga bird to areas in Brazil where it has been extinct for decades.

Mar 7 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Jet2, easyJet, TUI, and BA cabin bag rules including new rules for Ryanair bags

The article discusses the varying cabin baggage rules for airlines including Jet2, easyJet, TUI, and British Airways, particularly in light of recent changes made by Ryanair.

Mar 7 • 02:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Metro has expanded services and traffic around Arena Fonte Nova will change for the Ba-Vi on Saturday

The metro system in Salvador is increasing services for the Ba-Vi game, with traffic changes around the Arena Fonte Nova due to safety measures limiting attendance to Bahia fans only.

Mar 6 • 19:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three people arrested in operation investigating fraud that caused losses of over R$ 500,000 to Caixa Econômica in Bahia

Three individuals were arrested in Bahia for their alleged involvement in a bank fraud scheme that resulted in over R$ 500,000 in losses.

Mar 6 • 11:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TJ-BA determines that a portrait of a Candomblé priestess be reinstalled in a forum in the city of Bahia

The Bahia Court of Justice ordered the reinstatement of a portrait of Candomblé priestess Solange Borges after it was removed due to claims of religious intolerance.

Mar 5 • 15:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Judge demands electricity connection in indigenous land leased to innkeepers in Caraíva (BA)

A federal judge in Bahia has ordered an energy company to install electrical meters in an indigenous village, where irregular leases for tourism are reportedly affecting the electricity supply.

Mar 5 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of killing merchant with gas cylinder blows to the head in BA is arrested in SP

A suspect wanted for the murder of a merchant in Bahia has been arrested in São Paulo.

Mar 5 • 01:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

CABA prepares for a hot air balloon festival: what it is about and when it is

Buenos Aires is set to host the BA Flota hot air balloon festival, providing a unique outdoor experience for families and adventure seekers.

Mar 4 • 20:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Seven people have lost part of their vision and two are awaiting the same procedure after cataract surgery in BA

Seven patients in Salvador, Brazil, have reported partial vision loss following cataract surgery at a private clinic, leading to the clinic's closure and ongoing investigations.

Mar 4 • 19:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Old Convention Center of Salvador, closed for over 10 years, will be auctioned

The old Convention Center in Salvador, Brazil, will be auctioned on March 26, according to the State's Public Administration Secretary.

Mar 4 • 12:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ba-Vi will have a single fan after recommendation from the Public Ministry of Bahia

The upcoming Bahia vs. Vitória match will only allow fans of Bahia in attendance, following a recommendation for safety from the Public Ministry of Bahia.

Mar 3 • 23:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Cyprus flights update as easyJet, British Airways and Ryanair cancel routes this week

Major disruptions to flights in and out of Cyprus as leading airlines cancel numerous routes due to security concerns and ongoing Middle East conflict.

Mar 3 • 10:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TJ-BA opens competition for judges with salaries over R$ 30 thousand

The Bahia Court of Justice has opened registrations for 100 substitute judge positions with a salary of R$ 31,975.77.

Mar 2 • 21:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Sports

Ba-Vi with two fan bases? What the Public Prosecutor's Office and the Secretariat of Public Security say about the return

The Public Prosecutor's Office of Bahia emphasizes that the return of the Ba-Vi classic with two fan bases hinges on the effectiveness of safety protocols being assured.

Mar 2 • 16:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ryanair, easyJet, TUI, BA, and Jet2 updates as Cyprus airport evacuated

Cyprus' Paphos International Airport was evacuated following reports of an unidentified drone in its airspace, leading to significant flight cancellations.

Mar 2 • 14:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UAE travel update for Brits as BA, Wizz Air and Emirates suspend flights

Flights to the UAE have been suspended for British travelers due to escalating conflict in the region, prompting safety warnings from the UK government.

Mar 2 • 11:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kwan Star Tidjân Ba Disappeared from Public View - Here's How He's Doing Now

Singer Tidjân Ba, known from the band Kwan, is making a return to the public eye after a period of silence and is set to appear in the upcoming eighth season of the Finnish television show 'Farmi Suomi'.

Mar 1 • 06:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Travel expert Simon Calder predicts when BA, Etihad and Emirates flights will resume after Iran attack

In the wake of joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, major airlines have suspended flights, leaving many travelers stranded in the region.

Feb 28 • 23:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Domestic worker compensated after working 64 hours a week and having her rest and leisure affected in BA

A domestic worker in Salvador, Brazil, has won R$ 5,000 in compensation after the court ruled her excessive 64-hour work week violated her rights to rest and leisure.

Feb 27 • 19:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

BA owner’s profits rise by 20% despite drop in passenger numbers last year

International Airlines Group, owner of British Airways, reported a 20% increase in profits to £3.9 billion despite a decline in overall passenger numbers in 2025.

Feb 27 • 11:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

PSG-Chelsea: Drogba jokes, the killer Ba, Thiago Silva to madness... Top 5 memorable duels

The article reflects on the significant historical encounters between PSG and Chelsea, highlighting memorable moments and players.

Feb 27 • 07:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Teenagers apprehended suspected of homicide in BA; victim was one of their fathers

Two teenagers have been apprehended in Vitória da Conquista, Bahia, suspected of homicide and concealment of a corpse, with the victim being the father of one of the suspects.

Feb 27 • 00:34 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mahoba: Pickup truck ran over women returning from a wedding, 3 dead

Three women were killed in Mahoba, India, when a reckless pickup truck ran over them while they were walking home after cooking for a wedding.

Feb 26 • 12:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Target in BA of operation against Fernando Bezerra Coelho is a relative of the former senator and received nearly R$ 190 million in alleged scheme

A relative of former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho is under investigation for receiving nearly R$ 190 million in suspected corruption and fraud linked to infrastructure projects in Pernambuco.

Feb 26 • 00:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hospital and gym flooded, lightning strikes and destroyed streets: rains cause damage in the interior of BA

Heavy rains have caused significant flooding and damage in various towns in the interior of Bahia, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 00:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Councilman arrested on suspicion of participating in fraud schemes in BA

The president of the City Council of Sobradinho, Edson Cardoso dos Santos, and six others were arrested for suspected involvement in public contract fraud during Operation Kit Dispensa.

Feb 25 • 15:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

BA worker accused of masturbating near colleague wins unfair dismissal tribunal

A British Airways employee has won his case for unfair dismissal after he was accused of masturbating near a colleague, with an employment tribunal ruling in his favor following a cleared court case.

Feb 25 • 08:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Judge Carlos Alberto Dultra Cintra, former president of the TJ-BA, dies at 82

Former President of the Bahia Court of Justice, Carlos Alberto Dultra Cintra, has passed away at the age of 82.

Feb 24 • 11:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: bridge collapses after heavy rains on BA-046 in the interior of Bahia

A bridge collapsed on BA-046 in Bahia following heavy rainfall that exceeded 150 millimeters.

Feb 23 • 15:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Applications for the judges' reserve list selection at TJ-BA open this Monday; salary can reach R$ 11,000

The application period for the judges' reserve list selection at the Bahia Court of Justice (TJ-BA) opens on Monday, with a salary potential of up to R$ 11,135.67.

Feb 22 • 22:56 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: Symbolic March in Dakar Against Police Violence

A symbolic march took place in Dakar, Senegal, to protest police violence following the death of a student during clashes at the University Cheikh Anta Diop.

Feb 21 • 18:26 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal: a collective criticizes the methods of law enforcement after the death of student Abdoulaye Ba

In Senegal, civil society has formed a collective to critique police brutality following the death of a 21-year-old student, Abdoulaye Ba, during a law enforcement operation.

Feb 21 • 09:27 UTC

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