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National & Local

More than 20 military police officers imprisoned in a prison unit in Manaus are missing during a search after leaving the facility without authorization

Over 20 military police officers in Manaus were found missing after leaving their prison unit without legal authorization, prompting an internal investigation by the police.

Feb 28 β€’ 00:53 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Retired Military Police Officer and Man Shot Dead at Site in Western Manaus; VIDEO

A retired military police officer and another man were shot dead by armed assailants at a property in Manaus.

Feb 27 β€’ 21:47 UTC
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National & Local

Passenger is hit by a bus and has her leg crushed at a terminal in Manaus; VIDEO

A woman was severely injured after being hit by a bus in Manaus, Brazil, leading to a crushed leg and urgent medical attention.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:48 UTC
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National & Local

Cultural agenda: this weekend features a horror classic, dinosaur exhibition, and boi-bumbΓ‘ in Manaus

This weekend in Manaus offers a variety of cultural events including a dinosaur exhibition, the premiere of a new horror film, and traditional boi-bumbΓ‘ festivities.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:42 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police officers arrested for drug trafficking were detained while disembarking three tons of drugs from a boat in Manaus

Six military police officers in Manaus, Brazil, were arrested for drug trafficking after being caught unloading three tons of narcotics from a boat.

Feb 27 β€’ 15:45 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Video shows young woman being run over and assaulted after argument at a party in Manaus; suspect sought

A 20-year-old woman named Cibele Felix de Lima was intentionally run over and assaulted following an argument at a party in Manaus, Brazil, and police are searching for the suspect, Luciano Vieira GonΓ§alves.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:27 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Former aide of the mayor of Manaus paid for tickets in cash, says arrested man in operation against the CV

A businessman claimed that a former aide to the mayor of Manaus paid for travel expenses in cash during a police operation targeting the Comando Vermelho.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

Tariff adjustments make water bills more expensive in Manaus; understand the changes

Residents of Manaus will see an increase in their water bills due to a 5.52% tariff adjustment implemented by the Águas de Manaus water company, affecting various consumer categories except for the Tarifa 10 category.

Feb 27 β€’ 01:33 UTC
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National & Local

Residents block part of Avenida Brasil in protest for death of young man

Residents blocked part of Avenida Brasil in Manaus to protest the death of a young man during a police action.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:01 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Former Chief of Staff of the Mayor of Manaus Moved Over R$ 1.3 Million to Phantom Company

Anabela Cardoso Freitas, the former chief of staff of Manaus' mayor, has been implicated in moving over R$ 1.3 million in cash to a phantom travel agency as part of a police investigation into illicit financial activities.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:24 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Four military police officers are arrested in Manaus with three tons of drugs

Four military police officers in Manaus were arrested with three tons of illegal drugs in a significant bust.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:05 UTC
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National & Local

Expenses for the Sou Manaus 2025 festival have increased by over 1,000% and transparency failures, says TCE-AM

A report from the State Court of Accounts (TCE-AM) revealed significant irregularities in the financial management of the Sou Manaus Passo a PaΓ§o 2025 festival, including a 1,150% increase in expenses.

Feb 26 β€’ 20:12 UTC
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National & Local

Rain causes landslides, risk of collapses, and cracks in Manaus this Thursday (26)

Intense rain in Manaus has led to multiple incidents of landslides, structural cracks, and potential collapses in the city.

Feb 26 β€’ 19:05 UTC
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National & Local

From the North to the stages of the country: Roger Siqueira strengthens Amazonian humor

Roger Siqueira has successfully transitioned from performing in local bars in Manaus to embarking on national stand-up tours, promoting Amazonian cultural identity through humor.

Feb 26 β€’ 16:13 UTC
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National & Local

Claudio Santoro Liceum continues auditions for free courses in Manaus; learn how to participate

Claudio Santoro Liceum is currently holding auditions for various free artistic courses in Manaus that will take place until this Friday.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:59 UTC
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Crime & Justice

After hospital report, man is arrested for storing child pornography in Manaus

A 34-year-old man was arrested in Manaus, Brazil, for allegedly storing child pornography, including images of his own daughter.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:29 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Businessman arrested in operation against the CV says that former chief of staff of the mayor of Manaus paid for tickets in cash

Businessman Alcir Queiroga Teixeira JΓΊnior, arrested for alleged money laundering linked to drug trafficking, testified that the former chief of staff of Manaus' mayor paid for trips and other expenses in cash.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:07 UTC
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National & Local

IPTU 2026: deadline for 11% discount ends this Friday (27) in Manaus

Residents of Manaus have until this Friday to benefit from an 11% discount on the payment of the Urban Property and Real Estate Tax (IPTU) 2026 if paid in a single installment through the Manaus Atende app.

Feb 26 β€’ 14:03 UTC
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National & Local

Collision between minibus and bus leaves 10 injured in North Zone of Manaus

A collision between a minibus and a public transportation bus in the North Zone of Manaus resulted in ten injuries, prompting a rescue operation by emergency services.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:36 UTC
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National & Local

Vice Mayor of Manaus and family members of David Almeida request habeas corpus from the Justice, but withdraw from the process

The Vice Mayor of Manaus, Renato JΓΊnior, and family members of Mayor David Almeida filed for habeas corpus but withdrew their request before a ruling was made.

Feb 26 β€’ 01:48 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Accused of murdering ex-partner and her boyfriend in Manaus is sentenced to over 60 years in prison

AntΓ΄nio MΓ‘rcio Silva de Castro was sentenced to 66 years, 10 months and 15 days for the premeditated murders of his ex-partner and her boyfriend in Manaus.

Feb 25 β€’ 02:20 UTC
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National & Local

Manaus will have direct flights to Boa Vista and Fortaleza starting in the coming months

The government of Amazonas announced new direct flights from Manaus to Boa Vista and Fortaleza, aiming to enhance air connectivity and boost tourism and business travel.

Feb 25 β€’ 01:50 UTC
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National & Local

Video shows the moment educator Γ‚ngela Bulbol is run over in a condominium in Manaus; WATCH

A video circulating on social media captures the moment educator Γ‚ngela Bulbol was struck by a car in a residential condominium in Manaus, leading to her eventual death from injuries sustained.

Feb 24 β€’ 21:38 UTC
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National & Local

Fire hits house in the South Zone of Manaus

A fire broke out in a house in the South Zone of Manaus, with no injuries reported so far.

Feb 24 β€’ 21:13 UTC
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National & Local

Amazon Poranga Fashion inaugurates fashion hub at the Amazon Bionegocios Center

Amazon Poranga Fashion has inaugurated a new fashion hub within the Amazon Bionegocios Center in Manaus, aimed at promoting the region's creative economy.

Feb 24 β€’ 20:10 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Accused of killing ex-partner and her boyfriend goes to jury trial in Manaus

AntΓ΄nio MΓ‘rcio Silva de Castro, accused of the premeditated double homicide of his ex-partner and her boyfriend, faces trial in Manaus.

Feb 24 β€’ 17:09 UTC
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National & Local

Government opens pre-registration for homes in the 'Amazon EcoLar' project in Manaus; see how to participate

The Amazon government has launched a pre-registration for families living in high-risk areas to join the Amazonas EcoLar housing project, with the first homes to be built in the PetrΓ³polis neighborhood of Manaus.

Feb 24 β€’ 16:41 UTC
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National & Local

Job Fair offers 1,500 vacancies in Manaus

The IV Job Fair in Manaus will provide around 1,500 job and internship opportunities and will take place on February 25 and 26 at a local university.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:49 UTC
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National & Local

Operation targets loan sharking scheme and fraud in consortium in Manaus

Brazilian police conducted a raid on a luxury condominium in Manaus as part of an investigation into loan sharking and consortium fraud that allegedly diverted around R$ 70 million.

Feb 24 β€’ 12:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Federal Police launches operation against drug trafficking and money laundering in Manaus and in the interior of Amazonas

Seven people were arrested during Operation EspΓΊrio Legacy, targeting drug trafficking and money laundering schemes in Amazonas.

Feb 24 β€’ 11:58 UTC
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National & Local

University students can negotiate student debts in a collective effort starting Wednesday (25) in Manaus

A collective event in Manaus will allow university students to negotiate their outstanding student debts with private higher education institutions.

Feb 24 β€’ 01:36 UTC
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National & Local

List of approved candidates in the selection process for the Blood Hospital disclosed by the Government of AM; check it out

The Government of Amazonas has released the list of approved candidates for temporary positions at the Blood Hospital in Manaus, with documentation submission required for immediate admission.

Feb 24 β€’ 01:23 UTC
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National & Local

Educator and former government secretary: who was Γ‚ngela Bulbol, killed after being hit by a car in a Manaus condominium

Γ‚ngela Neves Bulbol de Lima, a notable educator and former government secretary in Brazil, passed away after being hit by a car in a Manaus condominium.

Feb 23 β€’ 20:24 UTC
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National & Local

Mayor of Manaus speaks about the arrest of former chief of staff and questions investigation into 'political core' of CV in AM

The Mayor of Manaus, David Almeida, addresses the arrest of his former chief of staff in connection with an investigation into the Comando Vermelho's political connections in Amazonas, expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of the operation.

Feb 23 β€’ 17:20 UTC
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National & Local

Mayor of Manaus, David Almeida, announces pre-candidacy for the Government of Amazonas

David Almeida, the Mayor of Manaus, declared his pre-candidacy for the Government of Amazonas in the 2026 elections during an event in the capital.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:24 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Over 4 kg of skank hidden in household appliances seized in Γ“bidos

A joint operation in Γ“bidos, Brazil, led to the seizure of 4.5 kg of skank marijuana hidden in appliances on a boat traveling from Manaus to BelΓ©m.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:49 UTC
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National & Local

Educator and former government secretary of Amazonas, Angela Bulbol, dies in Manaus

Angela Bulbol, a prominent educator and former secretary of the Amazonas state government, passed away due to complications from a vehicle accident in Manaus.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:44 UTC
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National & Local

Carnaboi 2026: Watch the full performances from the second night

The complete performances of the Caprichoso and Garantido teams during the second night of Carnaboi 2026 are now available for free viewing on Globoplay.

Feb 22 β€’ 23:16 UTC
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National & Local

Manaus student who created a game about the extinction of dinosaurs turns it into a book

Lucas Rocha, a student from Manaus, has transformed his game 'The Last Roar' about dinosaur extinction into a children's book.

Feb 22 β€’ 22:51 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: Fire hits company in the TarumΓ£ neighborhood, in Manaus

A fire broke out at a company in the TarumΓ£ neighborhood of Manaus, Brazil, early on Sunday morning; firefighters successfully controlled the blaze, which damaged a truck but resulted in no injuries.

Feb 22 β€’ 17:48 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnaboi 2026: See the photo gallery from the second night of the party

The second night of Carnaboi 2026 featured performances from the Caprichoso and Garantido groups and drew a large crowd in Manaus.

Feb 22 β€’ 12:35 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnaboi 2026: Watch the full performance of the first night

The complete performances of the Caprichoso and Garantido teams from the first night of Carnaboi 2026 in Manaus are now available for free on Globoplay.

Feb 22 β€’ 06:06 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Carnaboi is for us to have fun,' says LΓ­via Christina, standard-bearer of Garantido

LΓ­via Christina, the standard-bearer for the Garantido team, expressed the joy and cultural significance of the Carnaboi festival held in Manaus, Brazil.

Feb 22 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Carnaboi is for us to have fun', says LΓ­via Christina, standard-bearer of Garantido

The second night of Carnaboi 2026 celebrated the strength of the bulls and the spirit of unity among supporters in Manaus, highlighted by LΓ­via Christina's remarks on the festival's joyous nature.

Feb 22 β€’ 05:58 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnaboi 2026 Ends with Successes from Capricho and Garantido and a Crowd at the Sambadrome in Manaus

Carnaboi 2026 concluded in Manaus with spectacular performances from the Caprichoso and Garantido cattle teams, drawing a large audience.

Feb 22 β€’ 05:54 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Tripa' of Caprichoso, Alexandre Azevedo celebrates connection with fans at Carnaboi 2026 in Manaus: 'Our nation is our fuel'

Alexandre Azevedo, the 'tripa' of Boi Caprichoso, expresses the powerful connection with fans at the Carnaboi 2026 in Manaus, emphasizing the importance of their support in performances.

Feb 22 β€’ 04:50 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnaboi 2026: See photo gallery from the first day of the festival

The Carnaboi 2026 festival kicked off in Manaus with vibrant performances by the Caprichoso and Garantido teams.

Feb 22 β€’ 01:02 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man stabs ex-girlfriend at bus terminal, is beaten and arrested in Manaus

A man was arrested after stabbing his ex-girlfriend at a bus terminal in Manaus, Brazil, following a dispute over their ended relationship.

Feb 21 β€’ 23:45 UTC
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National & Local

First edition of Bloco da Casa Luppi shakes Manaus this Sunday

The inaugural Bloco da Casa Luppi will take place in Manaus this Sunday with free entry and a lineup of local artists.

Feb 21 β€’ 16:35 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Videos show horse and police officer fallen after accident on Pedro Teixeira Avenue in Manaus

A police officer was injured after her horse became startled during a patrol at Carnaboi 2026 in Manaus, Brazil, leading to an accident.

Feb 21 β€’ 14:58 UTC

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