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The Nigerian government and various states have pardoned or reduced sentences for over 8,300 inmates between January 2022 and March 2026 as part of efforts to alleviate overcrowding in correctional facilities.

The Brazilian Central Bank's Economic Activity Index reported a 0.8% increase in January, marking the highest monthly growth in a year.

In January 2026, Tartu saw an increase of 8.2% in tourist visits compared to the previous year, driven by both domestic and foreign tourists.

In January, the price growth in the USA was recorded at 2.8%, as reported by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Goiás Governor Ronaldo Caiado argues for comprehensive amnesty for those convicted over the January 8 incidents during an interview, as he emphasizes the significance of the upcoming elections and security issues in Brazil.

The Attorney General's Office in Brazil is seeking a conviction from the Supreme Federal Court against former Congressman Alexandre Ramagem for crimes related to the January 8th insurrection.

Retail sales in Amazonas surged by 4.8% in January compared to December, positioning the state as the third highest growth area in Brazil.

In January, Czech industrial production grew by 2.8%, a slowdown from December's revised 4.9%.

The Brazilian Supreme Court has ordered the arrest of five former leaders of the Federal District Military Police, who were convicted for their involvement in the coup attempt on January 8.

Minister Alexandre de Moraes has ordered the imprisonment of five former leaders of the Federal District Military Police convicted of omission during the January 8 attacks in Brazil.

Joel Borges Corrêa, a Brazilian truck driver from Tubarão, SC, has been granted political asylum in Argentina after being convicted for his involvement in the January 8, 2023, riots in Brasília.

The Argentine government has granted political refuge to Joel Borges Corrêa, a Brazilian convicted for participating in anti-democratic acts in Brazil.

Argentina has granted asylum to a Brazilian fugitive involved in the January 8 attacks on government buildings, marking a notable decision by the country's refugee commission.

Fábio Shor, a Federal Police delegate involved in investigations regarding Bolsonaro, has been appointed as an advisor to Minister Alexandre de Moraes at Brazil's Supreme Court.

Military leaders are expressing concerns about the potential loss of rank for soldiers convicted of coup-related actions on January 8, amidst a perceived institutional crisis within Brazil's Supreme Court.

In January, deaths caused by cold-related illnesses in South Korea nearly doubled compared to the previous year, with a significant impact on the elderly community.

Florida will adjust to Daylight Saving Time on March 8, marking Ron DeSantis's last year of governance before he steps down in January 2027.

In March 2026, building managers in Argentina will receive their last salary update based on February's wages, with a significant adjustment of 1.8% to be applied to their basic salary from January 2026.

The Brazilian Prosecutor General's Office has called for the closure of an investigation against a judge who released a convict responsible for damaging historical property during political unrest in January 2023.

Luciano Lopes da Silva, a former councilor from Guarujá, has been a fugitive for a year following his conviction for involvement in a coup attempt on January 8, 2023.

Inflation in Sweden for January was recorded at 2.0%, exceeding economists' expectations of 1.8%.

Inflation in Sweden fell to 2.0% in January, surpassing economists' expectations of 1.8%, but concerns arose due to rising oil prices related to the Iran conflict.

The IATA reported a 3.8% year-on-year increase in global passenger demand for January 2026, highlighting trends in international and domestic air travel.

In February, the inflation rate in Finland rose to 1.8% compared to January's figure of 1%.

In January, the sales revenue of retail companies in Estonia reached 885 million euros, marking an 8 percent increase compared to January 2025.

Protesters gathered in Belo Horizonte to express their opposition to President Lula and two Supreme Court ministers, seeking an amnesty for individuals convicted for actions on January 8.

Wholesale prices in the U.S. rose at a faster-than-expected rate in January, contradicting hopes of a declining inflation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The missing 16-year-old girl Laura, whose whereabouts had been unknown since January 8 in Patras, was located in Germany during a routine police check.

In January, the prices of old apartments decreased by 2.8% compared to the previous year, with the largest drops observed in Helsinki and Turku.

A survey indicates that a majority of Brazilian parliamentarians expect the Congress to overturn President Lula's veto regarding reduced penalties for those convicted of the events of January 8, 2023.

Australia's Reserve Bank is projected to raise interest rates twice in 2026 due to persistent inflation, with January figures revealing a 3.8% rate driven by increasing electricity costs.

Inflation in Australia for January remains unchanged at 3.8 percent, while trimmed mean inflation slightly rose to 3.4 percent, exceeding economists' forecasts.

Over 540 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela since January 8, according to Alfredo Romero, director of the legal rights NGO Foro Penal.

Brazil's federal government reported record revenue of R$ 325.8 billion for January, marking a 3.56% real increase from the previous year and the highest monthly collection in 32 years.

Brazil experienced a current account deficit of US$ 8.36 billion in January, exceeding expert predictions.

Ukraine has reclaimed 400 square kilometers and eight settlements in the southern front against Russian forces, according to Commander Oleksandr Syrskyi.

In January 2026, Russia set a record of 12.7 million tons of crude oil exported via Baltic Sea ports, surpassing the previous record of 11.8 million tons from October 2025, despite sanctions affecting energy export revenues.

The majority of the First Panel of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) voted to reject appeals against the condemnation of five of seven former leaders of the Federal District Military Police for their negligence during the January 8 anti-democratic acts.

Retail sales in Great Britain saw a significant rise of 1.8% in January, driven by sales of art, antiques, and online jewelry, marking the highest increase since May 2024.

France's gendarmerie is implementing a new system called 'Citar' to uncover military personnel who illegally access files, with nearly 8,000 military members checked since January.

Industrial production in Poland fell by 1.5% in January, disappointing analysts' forecasts of a 2.8% increase.

Poznań Airport recorded a record 4.1 million passengers in 2025, with January 2026 seeing an 8% increase in traffic compared to January 2025.

Japan's export increased by 16.8 percent in January compared to the same month last year, driven by a significant rise in exports to China and other Asian markets.

Nigeria's food inflation rate has reached its lowest level in over 14 years, dropping to 8.89% in January 2026.

A player from Corrientes province won $8 billion in the Quini 6 lottery draw held on January 15, 2023.

A Brazilian state deputy allocated R$ 500,000 for improvements at a women’s prison after visiting detainees involved in the January 8 attacks.

Minister Alexandre de Moraes voted to reject appeals from five former members of the leadership of the Military Police of the Federal District accused of failing to act against the anti-democratic acts of January 8.

The First Panel of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) in Brazil is set to begin hearings on appeals concerning the convictions of five former leaders of the District Federal Police for their alleged inaction during the anti-democratic acts of January 8.

Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service reports a 6.8% increase in sales in January 2026 compared to the previous year, particularly driven by growth in administrative services, real estate, and construction.

Economist Arminio Fraga stated that democratic capitalism is essential for Brazil's development following the January 8, 2023, attacks.