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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Chamber Study Indicates 'Dissipation of Public Assets' in Billion-Dollar Aid Project for BRB

A legislative consultancy in Brazil warns of potential public asset dissipation due to a billion-dollar loan proposal involving public properties as collateral for the Bank of Brasília.

Mar 1 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCU sets deadline for the Treasury and public banks to inform if they are considering 'federalizing' the BRB

The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts has given a 15-day deadline for federal banks and the Ministry of Finance to disclose whether they have considered 'federalizing' the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

Feb 27 • 22:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Adilsinho is transferred to federal prison in Brasília

Adilson Oliveira Coutinho, known as Adilsinho, was transferred to a federal prison in Brasília following his arrest in a joint operation by federal and civil police.

Feb 27 • 21:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Celina Leão says that properties in the DF will not be sold to support BRB; ongoing project provides for this possibility

Deputy Governor Celina Leão of the Federal District asserts that a government project to support the Banco de Brasília will not involve the sale of public properties, although the proposed legislation contradicts this assertion by allowing property sales.

Feb 27 • 20:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mendonça authorizes Vorcaro's trip to Brasília on Federal Police jet

Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court has authorized banker Daniel Vorcaro to fly to Brasília on a Federal Police jet for a Senate hearing.

Feb 27 • 19:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: woman narrowly escapes from an out-of-control truck in DF

A woman narrowly avoided being hit by an out-of-control truck in Brasília, Brazil, after the driver, a recent licensee, became distracted.

Feb 27 • 15:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maria do Carmo announces pre-candidacy for the government of Amazonas by the Liberal Party

Maria do Carmo announces her pre-candidacy for the Amazonas governorship representing the Liberal Party during a party meeting in Brasília.

Feb 27 • 15:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Judge says Vorcaro's fragmented stock purchase in BRB sought to 'hinder traceability'

A judge claims the method used by Daniel Vorcaro to purchase stocks in the Bank of Brasília was intended to obscure the source of funds.

Feb 27 • 13:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

First Amapan Receives Young Scientist Award in Brasília with Solar Kit for Nut Producers

Manuelle da Costa Pereira, a 23-year-old student from the Federal Institute of Amapá, won the 31st Young Scientist Award for her portable solar energy kit designed for nut producers in the Amazon.

Feb 27 • 11:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ney Matogrosso, local bands, and Carnival hangovers are attractions this weekend in the DF

This weekend in Brazil's Federal District features diverse attractions including a concert by Ney Matogrosso and various cultural events.

Feb 27 • 10:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With a low rating in fiscal management, DF will not have the Union's guarantee to take out a loan and reinforce BRB

The Federal District of Brazil is unable to secure a Union guarantee for potential loans to boost the Bank of Brasília due to a low payment capacity rating.

Feb 27 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court blocks R$ 376.4 million in shares owned by Vorcaro and two other individuals investigated in BRB case

The Brasília Court has blocked R$ 376.4 million in shares belonging to Daniel Vorcaro and two others, linked to an investigation into fraud involving Banco de Brasília.

Feb 26 • 23:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young Scientist Award: initiatives to tackle the climate crisis honored at a ceremony in Brasília

The 31st edition of the Young Scientist Award celebrated students and researchers in Brasília for their contributions to addressing climate change.

Feb 26 • 19:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

World Cup trophy arrives in Brasília on FIFA tour and is received by Lula at the Planalto

Brazil's President Lula received the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Planalto Palace as part of a global tour ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Feb 26 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB wants to increase capital by R$ 8.8 billion and issue up to 1.67 billion shares to strengthen equity

The Banco de Brasília (BRB) plans to issue up to 1.67 billion shares to raise capital and strengthen its equity, with a minimum target of R$ 529 million and a maximum of R$ 8.86 billion.

Feb 26 • 14:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Suspects of creating fake profiles of deputies living in Brasília to ask for money are arrested

Several suspects have been arrested for creating fake profiles of lawmakers in Brasília to solicit money.

Feb 26 • 12:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB studies selling stakes in different subsidiaries as part of capitalization plan

BRB (Banco de Brasília) is considering selling minority stakes in its subsidiaries to raise funds due to financial issues following losses with Banco Master.

Feb 26 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sale, incorporation into assets, loan guarantee: know what BRB can do with the properties offered by Ibaneis

The government of the Federal District has proposed a law to transfer nine public properties to the Bank of Brasília to improve its financial situation after failed transactions.

Feb 26 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

R$ 1 billion deficit in the DF's treasury complicates assistance to BRB, and help from the Union seems unavoidable

The District Federal government ends 2025 with a R$ 1 billion deficit, complicating the assistance to the Bank of Brasília and likely necessitating federal aid.

Feb 26 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB proposes a capital injection of up to R$ 8.86 billion for the bank after losses with Master

BRB has proposed a capital injection of up to R$ 8.86 billion for its shareholders following losses related to Banco Master.

Feb 26 • 00:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCU gives 15 days for STF, STJ, and TST to justify exclusive VIP rooms at Brasília 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 Brasília International Airport.

Feb 25 • 21:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brasília Square by Tarraf: venture bets on the potential of Araçatuba

The Brasília Square project by TARRAF Incorporadora aims to meet the growing demand for mixed-use urban solutions in Araçatuba.

Feb 25 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB calls shareholders to vote on bank capital increase on March 18

The BRB (Bank of Brasília) has summoned its shareholders for a special assembly on March 18 to vote on a proposed capital increase, which hinges on the approval of a law project by the local government.

Feb 25 • 17:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chairman of Caixa's board says the bank is monitoring BRB's situation but denies negotiation

Rogério Ceron, the chairman of Caixa's board, stated that while the bank is observing the situation of BRB (Bank of Brasília) for potential business opportunities, there are currently no negotiations ongoing.

Feb 25 • 15:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Retired STJ Minister Felix Fischer dies

Felix Fischer, a retired minister and former president of Brazil's Superior Court of Justice, has passed away at the age of 78 in Brasília.

Feb 25 • 14:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Felix Fischer, retired minister of the STJ, dies at 78 in Brasilia

Felix Fischer, a retired minister of Brazil's Superior Court of Justice, passed away at the age of 78 in Brasília.

Feb 25 • 14:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: gravestones are broken in a cemetery in Asa Sul, Brasília

A video shows broken gravestones at the Campo da Esperança cemetery in Asa Sul, Brasília, purportedly vandalized by thieves attempting to steal the plaques.

Feb 25 • 12:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government project in the DF to strengthen BRB's assets faces resistance; district deputies threaten 'tough game'

District deputies in Brazil signal strong opposition to a government project aimed at strengthening the assets of the Brasília Bank (BRB) by transferring public properties.

Feb 25 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Back in Brazil, Lula must define Haddad’s future, his trip to the U.S., and align negotiations in Congress

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva returns to Brasília to discuss key political strategies and his finance minister's role ahead of upcoming elections.

Feb 25 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

F-39 Gripen Fighters Begin Operation to Protect Airspace in Brasília

Brazil has officially begun using its F-39 Gripen fighter jets to defend Brasília since October 24, nearly 12 years after their procurement agreement.

Feb 25 • 01:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian Air Force begins using Swedish-origin Gripen fighters in the defense of the capital

The Brazilian Air Force has officially deployed Swedish Gripen F-39 fighters to defend the federal capital for the first time, replacing older American F-5 aircraft.

Feb 25 • 01:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF government presents new project to try to rescue BRB, investigated in the Master case

The Federal District government has introduced a new project aimed at rescuing the Bank of Brasília, which is under investigation related to significant financial fraud.

Feb 25 • 01:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB summons shareholders to vote on increasing the bank's share capital; the DF Chamber still needs to approve the measures

The Banco de Brasília (BRB) is convening a meeting for shareholders to vote on increasing its share capital, contingent on the approval of a legislative proposal involving the transfer of nine public properties.

Feb 24 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Swedish fighters at the Anápolis air base begin the defense of Brasília's airspace

Swedish F-39 Gripen fighters are now operational at the Anápolis air base to enhance the air defense of Brasília.

Feb 24 • 21:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

DF Government Limits Credit Operations to R$ 6.6 Billion and Reduces Properties in Project to Assist BRB

The District Federal government has introduced a modified bill to assist the Bank of Brasília, capping credit operations at R$ 6.6 billion and reducing the number of properties involved in the proposal.

Feb 24 • 20:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB needs up to R$ 6.6 billion in loans, says DF government offering lots as collateral

The government of the Federal District announced that the Bank of Brasília (BRB) may require R$ 6.6 billion in loans to cover financial losses and is proposing public properties as collateral for the loan.

Feb 24 • 19:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government of the DF will replace the project that offers 12 public properties as collateral for a loan from BRB

The government of the Federal District is set to present a revised bill that offers 12 public properties as collateral for a loan from the Bank of Brasília, excluding certain areas of a natural park from the proposal.

Feb 24 • 17:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Couple who died in accident on BR-020 were returning from visiting relatives in Goiás, says friend

A couple from Alvorada do Norte, João Carlos and Suellem, tragically died in a road accident while traveling back home to Brasília from a visit to family in Goiás.

Feb 24 • 15:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: 14-year-old teenager is punched by a police officer in Brasília

A 14-year-old boy was assaulted by a police officer during an approach in Brasília, Brazil, while waiting for his cousin.

Feb 24 • 12:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB and GDF do not know how much the 12 properties that may guarantee the bank loan are worth

The Bank of Brasília and the Federal District's Economic Secretariat are unable to provide the valuations of 12 public properties that could serve as collateral for a significant loan.

Feb 24 • 12:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

School Uniform Card can be withdrawn directly from BRB agencies

The School Uniform Card for public school students in Brazil can now be collected at agencies of the Banco de Brasília (BRB), with funds available for purchasing uniforms.

Feb 24 • 12:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man dies after being hit by a car in front of the Civil Police Complex in Brasília

A man was fatally struck by a vehicle in front of the Civil Police Complex in Brasília while attempting to cross the road outside a pedestrian zone.

Feb 24 • 10:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Defender offers free services this Wednesday (25) in DF

The Public Defender of the Federal District (DF) in Brazil is providing free services for vulnerable individuals in Brasília on Wednesday, from 8 am to 2 pm.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Chamber discusses project offering 12 public properties as collateral for BRB loan

The DF Chamber is set to discuss a bill that would allow the government to use 12 public properties as collateral for a billion-dollar loan from the Bank of Brasília.

Feb 24 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Environmental protection area and local site in legal impasse are part of DF project to assist BRB

The government of the Federal District of Brazil has proposed a law to use public properties, including an environmental protection area, to help capitalize the Banco de Brasília.

Feb 24 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF government wants to use public properties as loan guarantees to save BRB, investigated in Master case

The government of the Federal District seeks to use public properties as collateral for loans to rescue the Brasília Bank, which is under investigation for fraudulent activities.

Feb 24 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Succession in Rio will be the theme of a meeting between Flávio and Castro in Brasília this Tuesday

Senator Flávio Bolsonaro is set to meet with Rio Governor Cláudio Castro in Brasília to discuss strategies for the upcoming gubernatorial elections in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 23 • 23:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

World Cup Trophy Arrives in São Paulo and Starts Tour of Three Brazilian Cities

The FIFA World Cup Trophy is touring Brazil, starting in São Paulo, before moving to Rio de Janeiro and Brasília.

Feb 23 • 21:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Government revokes Decree 12.600 after meeting with indigenous leaders in Brasília

The Brazilian Federal Government has revoked Decree 12.600 following a meeting with indigenous leaders who protested against the decree's implications for the Tapajós River.

Feb 23 • 21:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CPMI of INSS: President wants to hear Vorcaro in person and rules out testimony in a closed meeting in São Paulo

The president of the CPMI of INSS, Senator Carlos Viana, insists that banker Daniel Vorcaro must appear in person before the commission in Brasília, rejecting proposals for a closed meeting in São Paulo due to legal discrepancies with the Supreme Federal Court (STF).

Feb 23 • 20:10 UTC

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