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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: Wong estimates 115,000 Australians in Middle East amid conflict

Federal Minister Penny Wong reports that approximately 115,000 Australians are currently in the Middle East and indicates a careful approach regarding their potential repatriation.

Mar 1 • 20:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government will provide free medications without bureaucracy and 'caravan' for exams in Juiz de Fora

Brazil's President Lula and Health Minister Padilha announced new health measures in Juiz de Fora, including free access to essential medications without the need for prescriptions or identification.

Mar 1 • 09:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

With helmet and bulletproof vest: after the plot to kill a judge, a prosecutor, and a minister, the 'gaucho' drug lord was transferred to Ezeiza prison

The transfer of the drug lord Leonardo Airaldi to Ezeiza prison was implemented for security reasons following a plot to kill a federal judge, a prosecutor, and a provincial minister in Argentina.

Feb 28 • 18:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senators and STF clash over shielding Toffoli and CPI's power to investigate a company

Brazilian Senators are in conflict with the Supreme Federal Court over an investigation into a company linked to Minister Dias Toffoli, highlighting tensions between Congress and the judiciary.

Feb 28 • 02:00 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Gilmar suspends confidentiality breach of Toffoli's company

Minister Gilmar Mendes of the Supreme Federal Court suspended the confidentiality breach of the company Maridt, co-owned by Minister Dias Toffoli.

Feb 27 • 17:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mendonça authorizes Vorcaro to testify in the Senate commission

Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court authorized Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, to testify before the Senate's Economic Affairs Commission.

Feb 27 • 17:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Dobrindt has AfD report examined

Alexander Dobrindt, the Federal Minister of the Interior, has initiated a review of a report concerning the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party following a court decision favorable to the AfD against the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.

Feb 27 • 17:14 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Minister says security issues remain with India after federal official says interference has stopped

Canada's Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree acknowledges ongoing security concerns with India despite a senior official's statement that Indian interference has ceased.

Feb 26 • 21:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

André Mendonça breaks the confidentiality of Lulinha at the request of the Federal Police

Brazil's Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça has authorized the break of bank, tax, and telecommunication secrecy of Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, following a Federal Police request as part of an ongoing investigation.

Feb 26 • 19:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria ready for state police, says minister

The Nigerian Federal Government, represented by Minister Mohammed Idris, has expressed readiness to establish state police as part of decentralizing the country's policing system once the legal framework is set.

Feb 26 • 19:43 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Wike visits late senator Mpigi’s family in London, pledges support

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, visited the family of the late Senator Barinada Mpigi in London, expressing condolences and offering support.

Feb 26 • 18:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG moves to boost research financing for enterprise development

The Nigerian Federal Government is enhancing research financing to boost commercialization and enterprise development, according to Minister Dr. Kingsley Udeh.

Feb 26 • 17:50 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Delays over federal gun ‘buyback’ program contributed to ‘diminished’ support, minister says

Canada's public safety minister cites delays in the federal gun buyback program as a reason for decreased support among police and public confusion.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Minister ‘disappointed’ in OpenAI, but why is AI regulation taking years?

Federal officials in Canada express disappointment in OpenAI for its lack of proactive steps toward enhancing AI safety measures amid calls for quicker regulation.

Feb 25 • 20:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Minister of Justice says that concerns of the Federal Police were considered in the Anti-Faction PL text

The Minister of Justice has stated that the concerns of the Federal Police were taken into account regarding the recently approved Anti-Faction legislation, despite reports suggesting they were not consulted.

Feb 25 • 19:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Education Minister announces R$ 120 million for Ufac and Ifac during agenda in Rio Branco

Brazil's Education Minister Camilo Santana announced over R$ 120 million in federal investments for the Federal University of Acre (Ufac) and the Federal Institute of Acre (Ifac) during a visit to Rio Branco.

Feb 25 • 16:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'How many Marielles will Brazil allow to be murdered until the idea of Justice is resurrected?', questions Cármen Lúcia

Minister Cármen Lúcia reflects on the ongoing violence in Brazil, questioning how many more lives must be lost before justice is prioritized, during a session at the Supreme Federal Court.

Feb 25 • 15:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gilmar Mendes, from the Supreme Federal Court, decides that the Judiciary and the Public Ministry can only pay 'fringe benefits' if provided for by federal law

Minister Gilmar Mendes ruled that the Judiciary and Public Ministry in Brazil can only authorize fringe benefits if there is a federal law in place.

Feb 25 • 00:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Moraes ordered the Federal Police to place an electronic bracelet on a tax authority vigilante in an investigation into leaks

Minister Alexandre de Moraes ordered the Federal Police to install an electronic bracelet on a tax authority vigilante as part of an investigation into data leaks involving members of Brazil's Supreme Court.

Feb 24 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mendonça gives 60 days for the Federal Police to deliver a complete report on Master and mentions authorities with privileged forum

Minister André Mendonça gives the Federal Police 60 days to submit a complete report on the Master Bank investigation, focusing on authorities who may be involved.

Feb 24 • 13:20 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Breaking: Prime minister evacuated from The Lodge

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was evacuated from The Lodge in Canberra during a police response to a security incident, which was later determined to pose no threat.

Feb 24 • 10:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gilmar Mendes orders suspension of 'penduricalhos' for the Public Ministry and Judiciary

Minister Gilmar Mendes of the Supreme Federal Court ordered that indemnity funds, known as 'penduricalhos', can only be paid to members of the Judiciary and Public Ministry if provided for by law approved by the National Congress.

Feb 24 • 04:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PF details the investigation of the Master case in a 2-hour meeting at the Supreme Court

The Brazilian Federal Police detailed the status of the Master case investigation during a meeting with Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça.

Feb 24 • 00:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In a new meeting with the Federal Police, Mendonça receives an update on the investigations into the Banco Master case

Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça received an update from the Federal Police regarding ongoing investigations into the Banco Master case.

Feb 23 • 23:38 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Australia news live: Canadian PM to visit next month; One Nation just behind Labor in new federal poll

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to visit Australia next month as part of an Asia-Pacific tour focused on trade diversification, while a new federal poll shows One Nation narrowly trailing Labor.

Feb 23 • 19:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Moraes orders PM-DF to explain visits to Anderson Torres outside authorized hours

Minister Alexandre de Moraes has ordered the Police Command of the Federal District to clarify unauthorized visits to former Minister of Justice Anderson Torres in prison within 48 hours.

Feb 23 • 18:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: Mendonça holds new meeting with the Federal Police this Monday to discuss next steps

Minister André Mendonça is set to meet with the Federal Police to discuss the ongoing investigations into the Master case involving alleged irregularities at Daniel Vorcaro's bank.

Feb 23 • 11:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Günther Wants to Push Sugar Tax through the Federal Council

Schleswig-Holstein's Minister President Daniel Günther is seeking to implement a sugar tax on sweetened beverages via the Federal Council after it was rejected at the CDU party conference.

Feb 23 • 05:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Günther Aims to Implement Sugar Tax via Bundesrat

Schleswig-Holstein's Prime Minister Daniel Günther plans to push for a sugar tax on sweetened beverages through Germany's Bundesrat after it was rejected at the CDU party conference.

Feb 23 • 05:11 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.

Feb 22 • 20:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flávio Dino suspends privatization of data company in Paraná

Brazil's Federal Supreme Court Minister Flávio Dino has temporarily halted the privatization of Paraná's data company Celepar pending further legal review.

Feb 22 • 19:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Real Nigerians have spoken, Keyamo dismisses critics

Festus Keyamo, Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, commended residents of the Federal Capital Territory for their participation in area council elections while criticizing those who claim to represent national opinions without a mandate.

Feb 22 • 18:23 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Interior Minister: Dobrindt Wants to Get Asylum Seekers into Work Faster

Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt announced plans to allow asylum seekers in Germany to work after three months of residence, regardless of the status of their asylum procedures.

Feb 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Federal Finance Minister Klingbeil: 'Our reforms will require something from everyone'

Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil announces a significant reform package aimed at closing budget gaps and increasing taxation on large inheritances.

Feb 22 • 07:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Federal Finance Minister Klingbeil: "Our reforms will demand something from everyone"

Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil announces a major reform package aimed at closing budget gaps and increasing taxes on large inheritances.

Feb 22 • 07:54 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Dobrindt: Asylum Seekers Should Be Able to Work Quickly

German Federal Minister Alexander Dobrindt is advocating for measures to allow asylum seekers to enter the workforce more rapidly, proposing a plan that would permit them to start working three months after arrival in Germany even if their asylum process is ongoing.

Feb 22 • 05:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mendonça calls for new meeting with the Federal Police about Banco Master

Minister André Mendonça has called for a new meeting with the Federal Police regarding investigations into Banco Master, scheduled for Monday, October 23.

Feb 22 • 01:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: Mendonça summons the Federal Police for a new meeting on Monday

Minister André Mendonça of Brazil's Supreme Court convenes a meeting with the Federal Police to discuss developments in the investigation of alleged irregularities at Master bank.

Feb 21 • 23:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

They thwart a drug plot preparing the assassinations of a minister, a federal judge, and a prosecutor

A drug-related plot to assassinate key public figures in Argentina has been uncovered, involving coordinated attacks on officials linked to a major narcotrafficking trial.

Feb 21 • 19:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

State auditors support union leader summoned by Moraes to testify

Federal tax workers' union leader Kléber Cabral received support from the National Association of State Tax Auditors after he was summoned by Minister Alexandre de Moraes to testify concerning an investigation into alleged data leaks.

Feb 21 • 17:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Indigenous leaders outline priorities for spring sitting of Parliament

Indigenous leaders in Canada are preparing to engage with a new federal government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney to address their priorities for self-government and access to clean drinking water.

Feb 21 • 16:28 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Wike praises peaceful election, laments low turnout in Abuja

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, commended the peaceful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja but expressed concern over low voter turnout, particularly in the city center.

Feb 21 • 16:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Ireti Kingibe faults Wike over curfew

Senator Ireti Kingibe has criticized Minister Nyesom Wike's curfew imposed before local elections in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria.

Feb 20 • 21:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

After Mendonça's decision, the PF expert team in the Master case is set to be reinforced

A decision by Brazilian Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça to resume the regular procedure in the Master case has prompted the Federal Police to anticipate an increase in the number of experts assigned to the investigation.

Feb 20 • 17:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mendonça orders Alcolumbre to return data from Vorcaro's confidentiality breach to the CPI of the INSS

Brazil's Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça has mandated Senate President Davi Alcolumbre to provide the mixed CPI of the INSS and the Federal Police with data concerning the confidentiality breach of banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Feb 20 • 16:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

André Mendonça returns to CPI data on the breaking of banking secrets from Master and Vorcaro

Minister André Mendonça of Brazil's Supreme Court has mandated the Senate to hand over investigation materials from the Sem Desconto Operation to the Federal Police, which include data from the banking secrecy breaches.

Feb 20 • 15:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Those who used the Federal Highway Police to prevent Lula's voters cannot speak of abuse during Carnival, says Boulos

Guilherme Boulos, the Chief Minister of the Office of the Presidency, criticizes Bolsonaro supporters for accusing the Lula government of power abuse amid a samba parade honoring Lula.

Feb 20 • 15:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

President of Unafisco who criticized STF investigation testifies to Federal Police on Friday after Moraes' order

Kléber Cabral, president of Unafisco Nacional, is scheduled to testify in front of the Federal Police following an order from Minister Alexandre de Moraes of the Supreme Federal Court regarding an investigation into the leaking of confidential data by auditors.

Feb 20 • 14:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: Mendonça's Decision Aims to Shield Investigation of PF Director

Brazilian Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça's recent decision seeks to limit the influence of the Federal Police Director, Andrei Rodrigues, over the investigations in the Master case.

Feb 20 • 07:00 UTC

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