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A woman was rescued after clinging to a utility pole for three hours during severe flooding in Ubá, Brazil, where over 60 fatalities have been reported due to torrential rains.

Civil Police teams from Belo Horizonte are assisting with the identification of bodies in Juiz de Fora following a landslide incident that resulted in numerous fatalities.

The daily news summary covers a rise in fatalities due to storms in Minas Gerais, a congressional inquiry approving the breaking of bank secrecy for Lula's son, and a police arrest of a notorious figure.

A U.S. citizen was among the fatalities in a Florida vessel apprehended by Cuba, leading to diplomatic tensions as differing narratives emerge about the circumstances of the incident.

A recent report highlights that Israel has the highest number of journalist deaths, with 86 fatalities attributed to it in the year 2025.

Aerial images reveal extensive destruction in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil due to recent heavy rains, resulting in landslides, flooding, and fatalities.

Severe weather continues in southeastern Brazil's Giras Minais state, with heavy rainfall leading to at least 55 confirmed fatalities and extensive damage.

An expert warns that attacks on Finland's energy infrastructure could potentially lead to fatalities and significant disruptions.

Jacareí recorded the lowest number of traffic fatalities among municipalities with over 200,000 residents in 2025, making it the safest city in its region for the fifth year in a row.

Russia has issued a warning against provocative actions around Cuba following a violent incident involving a U.S.-registered speedboat that resulted in four fatalities.

Torrential rains in Minas Gerais, Brazil, have resulted in at least 54 fatalities and many missing, with ongoing rescue efforts in the wake of severe flooding and landslides.

Cuban coast guards engaged in a deadly confrontation with armed individuals from a speedboat originating in Florida, resulting in four fatalities and several injuries.

Russia accuses the US of aggressive provocation regarding a boat incident near Cuba that resulted in four fatalities.

In 2025, a record 129 journalists were killed globally, with two-thirds of those fatalities linked to Israeli actions, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ).

A series of incidents in Brazil including sexual abuse allegations against a judge, an arrest in a counterfeit cigarette operation, and increased fatalities due to heavy rainfall in Minas Gerais were reported.

The Brazilian Army is dispatching trucks and military personnel to aid in rescue operations in Juiz de Fora, following severe flooding that has caused numerous fatalities and displacements.

A violent confrontation between the Cuban coastguard and a Florida-registered speedboat resulted in four fatalities.

The report highlights various incidents, including ongoing investigations, fatalities due to weather, and significant political developments.

Heavy rain has flooded streets and homes in Palmeira dos Índios, Alagoas, causing significant damage but no reported injuries or fatalities.

Authorities were aware of the high risks of a climate tragedy in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, prior to severe flooding that resulted in numerous fatalities, yet the disaster could not be prevented.

The Cuban government reported an armed incursion attempt from the US, resulting in fatalities and injuries during a naval confrontation in Cuban waters.

The United Nations reports a significant increase in civilian deaths due to the ongoing war in Sudan, with fatalities more than doubling in 2025.

Two fatalities were reported following separate residential fires in Šiauliai and Radviliškis, Lithuania, with investigations into the causes underway.

Violent incidents in Nayarit following the death of cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ led to five arrests and two fatalities.

A clash between the National Guard and armed civilians in Tuxpan, Jalisco, resulted in two fatalities, just days after the death of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera ‘El Mencho’.

South Australia's coroner has proposed increased life jacket regulations for boats under 7 meters following an inquest into multiple boating fatalities.

The Cuban government justified the shooting of armed men from a fast boat, claiming they were part of a terrorist infiltration command that resulted in four fatalities during the confrontation.

Cuban forces engaged a Florida-based speedboat resulting in four fatalities, prompting a U.S. investigation into the incident.

The United States has initiated an investigation following a deadly confrontation between Cuban coastguards and a Florida-registered boat that resulted in multiple fatalities.

The article details the reported attack by Cuban border guards on a Florida boat, resulting in fatalities and injuries, prompting an immediate investigation by Florida authorities.

A mother tragically lost her life while shielding her son during a devastating landslide in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, which has left significant destruction and many fatalities.

Twenty-one individuals remain unaccounted for in southeastern Brazil following torrential rains that have already caused 46 fatalities.

At least six skiers have lost their lives in avalanche accidents in Austria over the past week, highlighting ongoing dangers in ski areas.

Cuban Coast Guard fired on an American-flagged speedboat, resulting in four fatalities and six injuries.

Cuba's coast guard fired at an American vessel, resulting in four fatalities and several injuries during the encounter.

Extreme rainfall in Minas Gerais, Brazil, resulted in 23 fatalities and many missing persons, leading the federal government to declare a state of calamity for 180 days.

A train collision with a car at a railway crossing in Slovakia resulted in two fatalities.

A tragic accident in downtown Ottawa resulted in the death of a 70-year-old man and injuries to four others after an SUV crashed into a building.

Traffic fatalities in Bavaria have increased on rural roads despite a decline in cyclist deaths, raising safety concerns among officials.

The Brazilian Navy has begun investigations into the causes of a shipwreck in Ubatuba, Brazil, that resulted in two fatalities.

In 2025, there were 2,814 road traffic fatalities in Germany, a 2% increase from 2024, according to the Federal Statistical Office.

A report by the Committee to Protect Journalists highlights that 129 journalists were killed globally in 2025, with a significant number of those fatalities occurring in Gaza due to actions by the Israeli army.

A truck driver has voluntarily reported to the police following a fatal accident involving two trucks and a passenger vehicle in Santarém, Brazil.

An avalanche expert warns of increasing avalanche dangers in Europe as fatalities rise to around 100 this winter, including two Swedish men.

A summary of the main news topics including a vote on the trial of those accused in the Marielle Franco murder case, recent rainfall fatalities in Minas Gerais, and various criminal issues in Brazil.

Severe rainfall in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil has resulted in fatalities, missing persons, and numerous families being displaced, prompting calls for immediate donations of food, clothing, and blood.

A summary of major events covered in the Good Morning Rio segment, including judicial decisions regarding Marielle Franco’s assassination, legislative changes, weather-related fatalities, and international political tensions.

A drone attack by Ukraine on a fertilizer plant in the Smolensk region resulted in four fatalities and multiple injuries, prompting local authorities to consider evacuations due to potential chemical hazards.

On the second day of search operations in Juiz de Fora and Ubá, rescue teams are working to find missing persons following severe floods that caused significant fatalities and displacements.

Search efforts are underway in southeastern Brazil after severe flooding resulted in multiple fatalities and numerous people reported missing.