Weight loss of lobbyist suspected in selling judicial decisions leads to investigation and goes to the Supreme Court
The significant weight loss of lobbyist Andreson Gonçalves de Oliveira, linked to a judicial decision-selling case, has prompted internal investigations within the Federal Penitentiary of Brasília and an intervention by the Supreme Court.
PL articulates neutral request to establish CPI on BRB and Master in Legislative Chamber
The PL party is working towards a neutral request for a Congressional Investigation (CPI) in Brasília to unite support from both left and right factions amidst ongoing political turmoil.
For the second consecutive day, lawyer visits Daniel Vorcaro at the Federal Police, in Brasília
Lawyer Sérgio Leonardo visited banker Daniel Vorcaro for the second consecutive day as Vorcaro faces serious allegations including financial crimes and possible private militia actions.
HUB will carry out more than 800 procedures in a health event focused on women this Saturday
The Hospital Universitário de Brasília is set to conduct over 800 health procedures for women in a special event this Saturday as part of a national health initiative.
DNA test for HPV identifies about six times more infections than Pap smears
A molecular genotyping test for high-risk HPV detected approximately six times more infections than conventional Pap smear results among women in Brasília, according to a study presented at the Eurogin 2026 conference.
Metro-DF: Central station closed after thunderstorms and lightning affected the electrical system
Metro-DF's Central station in Brasília has been temporarily closed due to electrical system failures caused by heavy rain and thunderstorms.
With an investment of nearly R$ 11 million, the City Hall of Araguari authorizes the start of renovations at Santos Dumont Airport
The City Hall of Araguari has initiated nearly R$ 11 million worth of renovations at Santos Dumont Airport, officially starting the project with the signing of a service order in Brasília.
S&P Global downgrades BRB's credit rating, citing doubts about the bank's capitalization
S&P Global has downgraded the credit rating of Banco de Brasília (BRB) to 'brB-' due to concerns regarding its capitalization capabilities.
In search of a plea deal, Vorcaro receives lawyer at the PF Superintendency
Businessman Daniel Vorcaro is negotiating a plea deal related to his financial crimes and involvement in illegal activities with public officials.
Candangão: public transport users in the Federal District ride for free this Saturday (20)
Residents of the Federal District can ride buses and the metro for free on Saturday due to the Candangão final match.
Motorcyclist dies after collision with car on LMG-660, in Brasília de Minas
A 39-year-old motorcyclist died in an accident with a car on LMG-660 in Brasília de Minas, Brazil.
BC resists giving more time for BRB to present solution for losses with Master case
The Central Bank of Brazil is reluctant to grant the Bank of Brasília additional time to address losses stemming from fraudulent transactions with Banco Master.
Master Case: Daniel Vorcaro is transferred from prison to the Federal Police Superintendency
Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, was recently transferred from a maximum-security prison to the Superintendency of the Federal Police in Brasília following a request from his lawyer.
Vorcaro to stay in a cell similar to the one occupied by Bolsonaro at the Federal Police in Brasília
Banker Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, is set to be held in a cell akin to the one occupied by former president Jair Bolsonaro during his detention at the Federal Police in Brasília.
Mendonça authorizes the transfer of Daniel Vorcaro to the PF Superintendency in Brasília
Banker Daniel Vorcaro is set to be transferred from the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília to the Federal Police Superintendency following an authorization from Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court.
Justice grants injunction to Enel and suspends the process that could block concession in SP
A federal court in Brasilia has granted an injunction to Enel Distribuição São Paulo, temporarily suspending an administrative process by the National Electric Energy Agency that could lead to the suspension of the company's concession in the state of São Paulo.
Lula confirms attendance at PT fundraising dinner
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva confirmed his attendance at a PT fundraising dinner scheduled for April 6 in Brasília.
Analysis: the game of blame in the Master case and the save-who-can amid Vorcaro's testimony
The Master case has become a political blame game in Brasília, with various factions attempting to shift responsibility for the investigation to one another.
BRB requests more time from the Central Bank to present solutions for Master case deficit
BRB (Banco de Brasília) has requested an extension from the Central Bank to announce its 2025 results and propose solutions to address the deficit caused by fraudulent transactions involving Banco Master.
God forbid I be judged by a judge who is not impartial and ethical, says Cármen Lúcia
Cármen Lúcia, the president of Brazil's Electoral Court, emphasized the necessity for impartial and ethical judges at a university lecture in Brasília.
Federal Government Rules Out Helping BRB in Capital Raising
The Brazilian federal government has dismissed the possibility of federalizing the Bank of Brasília (BRB) or using public funds to assist in its capitalization efforts.
Agenda in Brasília Secures R$ 5.2 Million in Funding for Health in Poços
The mayor and vice-mayor of Poços de Caldas secured R$ 5.2 million in health funding during a recent official agenda in Brasília.
Understand what BRB is still studying to restore its equity; stock issuance was postponed
The Brasília Bank (BRB) has postponed a shareholder assembly originally scheduled for Wednesday due to ongoing legal issues affecting investor confidence.
BRB cancels general assembly and will need to attract new investors to cover Master’s deficit
The Bank of Brasília (BRB) has canceled its general assembly due to legal uncertainties surrounding a proposed sale of properties to address significant financial losses.
Justice of the DF reverses decision and reinstates law that authorizes the use of properties to capitalize BRB
The courts in the Federal District of Brazil have reinstated a law allowing the use of public properties for capitalizing the Banco de Brasília (BRB) after a previous injunction was lifted.
DF Justice overturns injunction and restores law that transfers public properties to BRB to save the bank
The Judiciary of the Federal District has reinstated a law allowing the government to transfer public properties to the Bank of Brasília (BRB) following a judicial decision.
Three Powers Square: renovation will be completed by December, says Iphan
The renovation of the Praça dos Três Poderes in Brazil is set to be completed by December 2023, with a total projected cost of R$ 29.1 million.
Unions abandon unified May 1st event and invest in march in Brasilia
Brazilian labor unions have decided to forgo a traditional unified Labor Day event, opting for decentralized protests across the country instead.
BRB only indicated 'suspicious movements' of Master to COAF after Vorcaro was arrested; relationship between banks began in 2021
The Brasília Bank (BRB) reported suspicious transactions linked to Banco Master after the arrest of businessman Daniel Vorcaro.
Senai-DF opens registrations for over 6,000 free vacancies in technical and qualification courses
Senai-DF in Brazil has opened registration for over 6,105 free technical and qualification course vacancies for the second trimester of 2026.
Zero Feminicide: CNI and institute install giant red bench in downtown Brasília to stimulate debate on the subject
A giant red bench aimed at raising awareness about femicide and gender violence was inaugurated in Brasília, Brazil, as part of a national campaign.
DF court orders suspension of law allowing public land use as collateral for BRB loans
A court in the Federal District of Brazil has suspended a law that permitted the use of public land as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília.
GDF appeals to the court to allow the use of public properties to boost the BRB's cash; see arguments
The DF government is appealing a court ruling that blocked the use of public land as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília (BRB).
Telecom operators lead complaint rankings in the DF in 2025; see the list
Telecom companies are at the top of the complaints list in the Federal District for 2025, with Claro receiving the most grievances.
'DF has no managerial power': understand the decision that suspended the use of public lands to reinforce BRB's funds
A Brazilian court has ruled against using public lands as collateral for loans from the Bank of Brasília, asserting that the government lacks managerial authority over the bank.
VIDEOS: NE1 of Monday, March 16, 2026
Brazilian Justice Minister Fachin emphasized the need for judges to maintain impeccable behavior in both public and private life during a speech at a law school in Brasília.
VIDEOS: RJ1 from Monday, March 16, 2026
In his lecture to law students in Brasília, Justice Fachin emphasized that judges must maintain exemplary behavior in both public and private life.
VIDEOS: JL1 of Monday, March 16
The article discusses various news highlights including remarks by a Supreme Court Justice in Brasília and significant events throughout Brazil.
Justice grants injunction that prevents the use of public land as collateral for BRB loans
A Brazilian court has prohibited the use of public land as collateral for loans taken by the Bank of Brasília following a recent government bill allowing such actions.
BRB gathers shareholders this week seeking approval to issue shares and strengthen the bank's capital
The Banco de Brasília (BRB) is set to discuss a significant capital increase and potential share issuance to bolster its financial position following challenges from previous transactions.
DF Chamber has already shelved seven impeachment requests against Ibaneis in 2026; two are still pending
The Legislative Chamber of the Federal District has shelved seven of the nine impeachment requests against Governor Ibaneis Rocha, while two remain under review.
Brasília is elected Ibero-American Capital of Cultural Heritage; see what this means
Brasília has been designated as the Ibero-American Capital of Cultural Heritage, recognizing its historical and cultural significance.
BRB charges R$ 978.3 thousand in payroll loans from former president investigated in the Master case
The Bank of Brasília is pursuing R$ 978,352.60 in payroll loans from its former president Paulo Henrique Costa, who is under investigation for irregularities.
Former President Jair Bolsonaro's situation is 'extremely serious', says medical team
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been hospitalized in Brasília due to a bacterial bronchopneumonia, with his medical team stating his condition is extremely serious but stable.
OAB-DF files a lawsuit against dynamic bar test for women in the Fire Department competition
The OAB-DF has filed a lawsuit against the requirement of a dynamic bar test for women in the Fire Department competition in Brasília.
Banco do Brasil says to TCU it has no interest in federalizing BRB
Banco do Brasil has informed the Brazilian Court of Accounts (TCU) that it is not interested in federalizing the Bank of Brasília (BRB).
Ibaneis says that the Serrinha do Paranoá area included in the BRB rescue package has no springs
Governor Ibaneis Rocha of the Federal District argues that the Serrinha do Paranoá area included in a financial rescue package for the Bank of Brasília does not contain springs, contrary to expert claims.
113 Sul: judge gives police 15 days to analyze telecommunications and GPS data of suspects at the time of the crime
A judge in Brasília has ordered the police to analyze telecommunications and GPS data related to suspects in a triple homicide case from 2009.
Bolsonaro hospitalized - receives intensive care
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been hospitalized with pneumonia in Brasília and is receiving intensive care after experiencing chills and nausea.
Bolsonaro had medical consultations and exams for a week before being hospitalized in Brasília
Former President Jair Bolsonaro experienced medical issues leading to his hospitalization after undergoing a series of medical consultations and exams the week prior.