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Crime & Justice

Painter arrested for attacking young woman with wood after being charged for R$350 debt in RR

A painter was arrested for attacking a young woman with a wooden object in Boa Vista after she confronted him over a debt.

Feb 24 • 18:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

How the Anatomy of Buttocks Made Us Human

The article explores the significance of human buttocks anatomy in the evolution of Homo sapiens, emphasizing its aesthetic allure and biological functions.

Feb 24 • 13:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JA 2nd Edition - Saturday, February 21, 2026

A series of tragic and significant incidents in Brazil from a fall of a hang glider to legal criticisms surrounding a recent case of child abuse.

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

Motorcyclist dies after crashing into parked truck in MT

A 30-year-old motorcyclist died after crashing into a parked truck in front of the Colniza Public Jail in Brazil.

Feb 21 • 17:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Adolescents suspected of robbing a gas station are apprehended on a bus in PI

Two teenagers suspected of robbing a gas station were apprehended on a bus in Lagoa do Piauí, Brazil.

Feb 21 • 13:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Live in the now, advises Eric Dane in latest interview before death

Eric Dane, who passed away from ALS at 53, recorded a final interview for a Netflix show intended to air posthumously, urging his family to live in the moment.

Feb 20 • 22:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

By order of Moraes, PF summons president of Unafisco to testify after criticism of the investigation

Kléber Cabral, president of Unafisco Nacional, has been summoned by the Federal Police to testify following his criticism of an investigation into alleged leaks of sensitive data related to the Supreme Court.

Feb 19 • 21:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Registration for Specialist More Doctors in PI ends this Thursday (19); scholarship of up to R$ 20,000

The registration for the second cycle of the More Doctors Specialist program in Piauí, Brazil, ends on Thursday, offering scholarships to attract healthcare professionals.

Feb 19 • 09:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested after stealing wires and sleeping on the roof of a house due to 'pleasant weather'

A 40-year-old man was arrested in Presidente Prudente, Brazil, after stealing electrical wiring and subsequently falling asleep on the roof of a house due to the pleasant weather.

Feb 18 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Viradouro is the champion with a tribute to Mestre Ciça

The Unidos do Viradouro won the 2026 Rio de Janeiro carnival, celebrating the life of Mestre Ciça.

Feb 18 • 20:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver dies and 22 tourists from MG are injured after tour bus crashes into tree on BR-262, in ES

A driver died and 22 tourists from Minas Gerais were injured when their tour bus crashed into a tree on the BR-262 road in Brazil.

Feb 18 • 10:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Glass finds its destination: Praia Grande spreads 15 collection points across the city

The city of Praia Grande in São Paulo has installed 15 glass disposal containers to enhance recycling efforts.

Feb 17 • 18:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Physiotherapist was leaving work when hit by a driver without a license

A physiotherapist named Thiago Dias Camilo was seriously injured in a traffic accident involving an unlicensed driver in Brazil.

Feb 16 • 18:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Composers tell how champion samba-enredos are born

This article explores the intricate process of creating champion samba-enredos, highlighting insights from prominent composers in São Paulo's carnival scene.

Feb 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Maleficent', head of criminal organization, is arrested on the coast of SP

Ligia Sanches, known as 'Maleficent,' was arrested in Itanhaém, São Paulo, suspected of leading a criminal organization.

Feb 13 • 16:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival, circus and more: check out the cultural agenda for the weekend in Fortaleza

Fortaleza offers diverse cultural activities this weekend, including Carnival celebrations, circus events, and exhibitions.

Feb 13 • 08:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: duo on motorcycle robs pharmacy in Hortolândia

A pharmacy was robbed by two individuals on a motorcycle in Hortolândia, Brazil, who threatened the store attendant with a weapon and stole cash and personal belongings.

Feb 12 • 22:57 UTC
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National & Local

Shakira to headline 'Todo Mundo no Rio' at Copacabana Beach

Colombian singer Shakira is scheduled to perform at Copacabana Beach on May 2 as part of the 'Todo Mundo no Rio' event, following performances by Madonna and Lady Gaga in previous years.

Feb 11 • 13:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hugo Motta defends Dino's decision to suspend payments of 'penduricalhos' in the public service

Hugo Motta supports the suspension of illegal additional payments in the public sector announced by Minister Flávio Dino.

Feb 10 • 15:06 UTC
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National & Local

Spiritual cleansing ritual by Afro-Brazilian ahead of Rio carnival

Afro-Brazilian practitioners performed a cleansing ritual at Rio de Janeiro's Sambadrome to invoke peace and protect the upcoming Carnival festivities.

Feb 10 • 11:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Wesley Safadão gathers 130,000 revelers at pre-carnival in Natal; see images

Wesley Safadão attracted around 130,000 people to a pre-carnival event in Natal despite rain, showcasing vibrant local culture ahead of the official celebrations.

Feb 8 • 14:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

First recording (with lyrics) of the song 'Tristezas do Jeca', a masterpiece of suffering sertanejo, turns 100

The first recording with lyrics of the sertanejo classic 'Tristezas do Jeca' reaches its centenary in 2026, originally recorded in 1926 by Patrício Teixeira.

Feb 8 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Integrated action seizes about 300 kilograms of pirarucu during river inspection in Óbidos

An integrated operation led to the seizure of approximately 300 kilograms of pirarucu fish during a river inspection in Óbidos, Pará, as part of the Operation Protector of Borders and Divisions.

Feb 6 • 12:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Child in 'cage': Justice points to disobedience crime by the City of Sorocaba

The Justice system acknowledged that the City of Sorocaba failed to comply with a court order related to a case involving a child kept in a 'cage' at a daycare in 2023.

Feb 5 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

ITE 2026 selection process is open until February 20

The ITE in Bauru and Botucatu is accepting applications for the 2026 Vestibular until February 20, offering over 20 courses both in-person and online.

Feb 3 • 17:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Cat dies after being attacked with machete in RO; case investigated for animal cruelty

A cat was found with severe back injuries in Nova Conquista, Vilhena (RO), and despite receiving medical attention, it did not survive; the case is under investigation for animal cruelty.

Feb 2 • 18:21 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Avens withdraws claim against Foreign Minister Braži

Billionaire Pjotrs Avens has withdrawn his civil lawsuit against Foreign Minister Baiba Braži, leading to the termination of the case regarding her comments to the newspaper 'Diena'.

Feb 2 • 15:54 UTC

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