Neither RJ nor Northeast: Why RS leads the entry of foreign tourists in Brazil at the beginning of the year
In January 2026, Rio Grande do Sul emerged as the leading state for foreign tourist arrivals in Brazil, surpassing traditional destinations like Rio de Janeiro and the Northeast beaches.
Inmet issues red, orange, and yellow rain alerts for cities in RN; see lists
Inmet has issued red, orange, and yellow rain alerts for several cities in Rio Grande do Norte due to expected heavy rainfall.
RN is the 2nd state in the country with the most obese adults, says Ministry of Health
Rio Grande do Norte has the second highest rate of adult obesity in Brazil, with 42% of adults attending the public health system showing some degree of obesity.
Understand why the police are treating the missing woman in RS as a victim of femicide
Silvana Germann de Aguiar, a 48-year-old woman, has been registered as a potential victim of femicide in Rio Grande do Sul after being missing since January 24, 2026.
Did you know? Fair in RS promotes tasting of grapes and showcases almost 200 varieties of the fruit
A grape fair in Caxias do Sul, Brazil, is showcasing nearly 200 varieties of grapes and offering free guided tastings until March 8.
Court orders the blocking of R$ 3.7 million from the RN government and Natal city hall to guarantee surgeries for adolescents
A court in Rio Grande do Norte has ordered the freezing of R$ 3.7 million to fund scoliosis surgeries for adolescents due to delays in the public health system.
With reservoirs well below normal and no rain forecast, city in RS adopts water rationing for 12 hours every day
The city of Bagé in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, is implementing daily water rationing for 12 hours due to critically low reservoir levels and a lack of rain forecasts.
Pre-candidate for President, Eduardo Leite advocates a minimum age for STF ministers
Eduardo Leite, the governor of Rio Grande do Sul and a pre-candidate for the presidency of Brazil, has proposed a minimum age of 60 or 65 for ministers of the Supreme Federal Court (STF).
Flavio attends Zucco's launch for the government of RS and uses the state as a model of unity of the right
Flávio Bolsonaro attends the launch of Luciano Zucco's pre-campaign for the governorship of Rio Grande do Sul, aiming to unite right-wing parties for the upcoming elections.
Man suspected of holding partner in private captivity for 5 hours arrested in RS
A 26-year-old man was arrested in Rio Grande, Brazil, for allegedly keeping his 31-year-old partner in captivity for five hours, during which she suffered threats and psychological violence.
The announcement of the competition for the Penal Police of RN will be published in March, government announces
The government of Rio Grande do Norte has announced that a public competition for the Penal Police will be published in March, creating 300 new positions.
Federal Revenue and Civil Police seize more than 5,000 ecstasy pills in Natal
Federal authorities in Brazil seized over 5,300 ecstasy-like pills in Natal, marking the largest synthetic drug bust in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.
Prosecutor's Office charges former law professor with sexual crimes against ten women in RS
The prosecutor's office in Rio Grande do Sul has charged former law professor Conrado Paulino da Rosa with sexual crimes against ten women, including rape and psychological violence.
Rains in Minas Gerais: donations of beds, clothing and 5 tons of food are sent from RS to those affected; VIDEO
The population of Rio Grande do Sul is mobilizing to assist communities in Minas Gerais affected by intense rains and landslides.
Inmet warns of heavy rains throughout Rio Grande do Norte
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued weather alerts for heavy rains across all cities in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.
Federal Police arrests former mayor of Lajeado (RS) on suspicion of fraud in post-flood works
Former Lajeado mayor Marcelo Caumo has been arrested on suspicion of embezzlement related to reconstruction efforts following the 2024 flood disaster in Rio Grande do Sul.
Root Barbecue: Why Meat Priced Below R$ 20 Per Kilo and Over One Thousand Tons Sold in 2025 is the Favorite of the Gauchos
The traditional rib cut remains popular among Gauchos as its price has dropped to below R$ 20 per kilo, promoting increased sales and reinforcing its status in the barbecue culture of Rio Grande do Sul.
Institute warns that tax changes jeopardize the financial viability of retailers
Retailers in Brazil are alarmed by new tax rules introduced in São Paulo and Rio Grande do Sul that may threaten their financial stability.
Missing for 1 Month Considered the 20th Victim of Feminicide in RS
Silvana Germann de Aguiar, missing since January 24, has been officially classified as the 20th feminicide victim in Rio Grande do Sul as authorities investigate her disappearance alongside that of her parents, who have also been missing for a month.
Woman arrested on suspicion of sexual exploitation of teenagers in a prostitution house in RN
A 27-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of recruiting and sexually exploiting children and teenagers in a prostitution house in São Rafael, Brazil.
Inmet warns of heavy rains in more than 120 cities in RN
The Brazilian National Institute of Meteorology has issued a warning for intense rains affecting 125 municipalities in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.
Tourists from RS shot in conflict area in Bahia undergo surgery and remain in ICU
Two tourists from Rio Grande do Sul were shot in Bahia during a land dispute and are now recovering in intensive care after surgery.
Rains in Minas Gerais: Porto Alegre and the government of RS mobilize to help affected cities
The city of Porto Alegre and the government of Rio Grande do Sul have launched initiatives to support municipalities in Minas Gerais affected by heavy rains and landslides.
MP investigates rehabilitation clinic suspected of mistreatment, wrongful confinement, and torture in RN
The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio Grande do Norte has launched an operation to investigate allegations of human rights violations at a rehabilitation clinic in Parnamirim.
'We have elements to indict him', says delegate about the only suspect in the disappearance of the Aguiar family, in RS
The Civil Police have enough evidence to indict the sole suspect, Cristiano Domingues Francisco, in the disappearance of the Aguiar family in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul.
Law Professor Accused of Rape and Other Crimes Against 10 Women in RS
A law professor in Rio Grande do Sul has been accused of multiple sexual offenses against ten women, including rape and psychological violence, following a comprehensive investigation.
Leader of a criminal organization from RN is arrested while touring on a beach in Paraíba
A leader of a criminal organization from Rio Grande do Norte was arrested at Praia do Sol in João Pessoa while on vacation.
Boat that crashed in Rio Grande had a maximum capacity of 8 people, says Navy
A boat crash in Rio Grande, Brazil, resulted in six fatalities, including the pilot, due to the vessel being overloaded beyond its maximum capacity of eight people.
How much does a judge earn? Check the salaries of magistrates in RN
Judges in the Rio Grande do Norte state of Brazil reported gross earnings exceeding R$100,000, surpassing the constitutional salary ceiling.
Tourists from Rio Grande do Sul are shot near Indigenous protest site in Bahia
Two tourists from Rio Grande do Sul were shot at while driving near an Indigenous protest in Prado, Bahia, with no arrests made yet.
MP executes search warrant against suspect for unauthorized access and trafficking of confidential data in RN
The Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte executed a search warrant in an investigation into unauthorized access to confidential data.
Couples with difficulties in getting pregnant can have free assisted reproduction in RN; see how it works
In Rio Grande do Norte, couples struggling with infertility can access free assisted reproduction services through the Unified Health System (SUS).
Woman who survived boat accident heard child calling for help before dying: 'Screamed three times'
A survivor of a tragic boat accident in Brazil recounted the harrowing moments leading up to a child's death, emphasizing the emotional toll of hearing the child call for help.
Three people die in collision between truck and car on BR-110 in RN
A tragic road collision on BR-110 in Brazil resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left another severely injured.
R$ 384 thousand: Judge from RN had the highest remuneration of the judiciary in the country in January
Ibanez Monteiro, president of the Court of Justice of Rio Grande do Norte, received the highest salary of any state-level judge in Brazil in January, totaling approximately R$ 384,000.
Motorcycles starting at R$ 600 and cars at R$ 3 thousand: Detran holds auction this Tuesday (24) in RN
The Detran of Rio Grande do Norte is conducting an auction featuring motorcycles and cars on Tuesday, with initial bids as low as R$ 600 for bikes and R$ 3,000 for cars.
Aunt and nephew killed in an accident on the highway after leaving a church in RS; VIDEO
Two elderly individuals were killed after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a road in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
Before and after: Photos show landscape transformation after rains in the interior of RN
Photos taken in Brazil's Rio Grande do Norte show significant landscape changes following recent rains, highlighting both rejuvenation and ongoing concerns about water supply.
RN is the 2nd most indebted state in the country and exceeds personnel spending limit, says Ministry of Finance
Rio Grande do Norte has become the second-most indebted state in Brazil, surpassing the legal limit for personnel expenditures.
Inmet warns of heavy rains in Natal and 102 other cities in RN
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for heavy rains in 103 cities in Rio Grande do Norte, including the capital, Natal, valid until Tuesday night.
Boat driver who crashed into pier on Rio Grande was unlicensed; understand the rules for operating vessels
A boat accident on Rio Grande's shore claimed the lives of six people, including a child and her mother, and involved an unlicensed driver.
Fazenda Rio Grande starts issuing ID cards for people with Fibromyalgia
Fazenda Rio Grande has launched a municipal ID card program to assist individuals diagnosed with fibromyalgia in accessing priority healthcare services.
Body of former councilwoman murdered at home buried in RS; ex-husband and suspect of the crime found dead
The body of former councilwoman Roseli Vanda Pires Albuquerque was buried in Rio Grande do Sul following her murder, with her ex-husband found dead at the scene as a suspect.
Pataxó Canal: 30 years after its inauguration, RN plans nearly R$ 10 million for recovery work
The government of Rio Grande do Norte has announced plans to invest R$ 9.8 million in the recovery of the Pataxó Canal, marking the first major intervention in its 30-year history.
Victims of boat accident in Rio Grande were returning from pagode show at floating bar
A boat accident in Rio Grande, Brazil, resulted in six fatalities as the victims were returning from a pagode show at a floating bar.
Virginia does not endure the fatigue and leaves Sapucaí early at the Carnival Champions Parade of Rio
Influencer Virginia Fonseca left the Rio Champions Parade early due to fatigue, expressing disappointment in her reduced energy levels compared to her younger days.
Unlicensed driver piloted boat involved in accident with 6 dead in Rio Grande, says PM
Six people died after the boat they were in crashed into a pier on the banks of the Rio Grande in Brazil.
Get to know the project inspired by New York’s High Line to revitalize downtown Porto Alegre
Students from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul have proposed an innovative elevated walkway project inspired by New York's High Line to revitalize the historical downtown of Porto Alegre.
Main tourist spot in Porto Alegre still shows marks from the 2024 flood
Nearly two years after a historic flood struck Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre's main tourist attraction still bears the scars of the disaster.
VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 2nd Edition of Saturday, February 21, 2026
A range of news highlights from Brazil, including a tragic delta wing accident, the deaths of cyclists in Rio Grande do Sul, a controversial legal case, and international agreements involving Brazil and India.