Lula and ministers are expected to fly over cities affected by rain in MG and announce measures
President Lula will fly over the Minas Gerais region affected by heavy rains and announce a package of support measures for the disaster relief.
In the midst of the flood in Ubá (MG), woman waits for help for 3 hours holding onto a pole: 'Praying to God to survive'
A woman in Ubá waited for three hours for rescue while clinging to a pole during severe flooding, as the death toll in the region continues to rise amid ongoing torrential rain and landslides.
Driver with expired driver's license for 15 years causes accident with van, leaving 16 injured in MG
An 80-year-old man with a driver's license expired for 15 years caused a serious accident in Cláudio, Brazil, resulting in 16 people being injured.
Who was the woman killed after refusing a kiss in MG: 'Exemplary mother and worker'
Priscila Beatriz Assis Teixeira, a 38-year-old mother from Campos Altos, Brazil, was fatally stabbed after refusing a kiss from a young man.
Police officer and wife injured after car collides head-on with truck and catches fire on MG-050
A police officer and his wife were seriously injured in a head-on collision with a truck on MG-050 in Formiga, Brazil, which resulted in their vehicle catching fire.
Teenager escapes captivity, reports abuse, and helps police arrest suspect in MG
A teenager escaped from captivity in Minas Gerais, Brazil, reported sexual abuse, and assisted police in arresting a suspect.
Judge's retreat in rape trial does not affect investigation against him, says TJ-MG
The Minas Gerais Court asserts that Judge Magid Nauef Láuar's decision regarding a rape case will not influence the administrative investigation against him for possible misconduct.
Ação da Cidadania provides a donation collection point for flood victims in MG
Ação da Cidadania has set up a collection point in Rio de Janeiro for donations to help victims of severe floods in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil.
VIDEO: Military Police Officer Shoots Colleague and Commits Suicide on MG-329, in Bom Jesus do Galho
A military police officer shot his colleague and then took his own life while off duty in Bom Jesus do Galho, Brazil.
Video shows suspect of killing woman who rejected kiss arriving at the victim's house in MG
A surveillance video captured Matheus Vinícius de Souza arriving at the home of Priscila Beatriz Assis Teixeira before he allegedly murdered her after she rejected his kiss.
Court orders concessionaire to take over 'ownerless' bridge between MG and SP and make immediate repairs
A federal court in Brazil has ordered the Companhia Energética Jaguara to take immediate responsibility for the upkeep of a critical bridge between Minas Gerais and São Paulo.
Storm Damage in MG: G1 Transmits Live Information About the Most Affected Areas
G1 broadcasts live updates on the storm damage in Minas Gerais, focusing on the most impacted locations.
Operation by PM and PF arrests 17 fugitives of feminicide, homicide, rape, and trafficking in MG and ES
A joint operation by Brazilian law enforcement agencies has resulted in the arrest of 17 fugitives wanted for serious crimes in Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.
New storm in Juiz de Fora (MG) floods hospital and causes collapses
A new storm in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, resulted in the flooding of a hospital and various landslides, although emergency services continued to operate as planned.
Missing elderly woman found lying on a mattress in the woods in MG
An 80-year-old woman missing for over 24 hours was found in the woods in Formiga, Brazil, experiencing confusion and signs of hypothermia.
São José opens four points for donations to the flood victims in MG; learn how to help
São José dos Campos has established four donation points to aid victims affected by the severe floods in Minas Gerais, leading to tragic losses.
Loss of mother and daughter, resident who learned of the tragedy through a photo and buried for 15 hours: see the victims' accounts of the tragedy in MG
The article recounts the devastating impact of severe floods in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, detailing personal accounts of loss and survival from the affected residents.
Nikolas criticized after attacking influencer who made 'L' gesture amid tragedy in MG
Federal deputy Nikolas Ferreira faced backlash after criticizing gamer influencer Rafael Lange for making a gesture associated with President Lula during a live stream, coinciding with severe flooding in Minas Gerais.
Bus overturns leaves multiple victims on MG-424, in Pedro Leopoldo
A bus accident on the MG-424 highway in Pedro Leopoldo resulted in multiple victims, with emergency services responding to the scene.
Army Aviation Command soldiers assist in Juiz de Fora (MG) after heavy rains
Army Aviation Command soldiers from Taubaté are providing support in Juiz de Fora in response to the impacts of heavy rains that struck the municipality and surrounding areas.
VIDEOS: Good Morning Rio on Thursday, February 26, 2026
Various news highlights from Brazil include the CNJ investigating a judge for sexual abuse, increasing death tolls due to rain in MG, and implications of a CEO's resignation from the Economic Forum amid scandal.
Daily Summary #1876: Justice in MG acquitted 41 defendants for vulnerable rape in 4 years; Heavy rain returns to the Zona da Mata in Minas Gerais; Iran and the USA have a decisive meeting regarding the nuclear agreement
A summary covering judicial acquittals, severe weather conditions, and international diplomatic negotiations.
Truck overturns and completely blocks Fernão Dias Highway in Extrema, MG
A truck accident on the BR-381 in Extrema, Minas Gerais, completely blocked the highway, causing significant traffic delays and minor injuries to the driver.
Woman is beaten with an electric wire, threatened with death, and prevented from leaving home by husband in MG
A 29-year-old woman was physically abused and threatened by her husband, leading to his arrest in João Pinheiro, Brazil.
Civil Defense makes appeal for residents not to return to risk areas in MG
The Civil Defense of Minas Gerais is urging residents not to return to high-risk areas due to expected heavy rains.
Nursing technician on leave assists in neighbor's childbirth and helps save baby with umbilical cord wrapped around the neck in MG
A nursing technician, Flaviane Ferreira, assisted in an emergency childbirth in Carmo do Cajuru, Brazil, helping to deliver a baby with the umbilical cord wrapped around his neck.
Young man stabs and kills woman after being rejected for a kiss and calls it 'foolishness' and 'stupidity' in MG
A man fatally stabbed a 38-year-old woman after she refused to kiss him, with the attack witnessed by her young son.
With a high risk of landslides and flooding, Juiz de Fora is expected to have storms until Friday; see forecast for MG
Juiz de Fora is under severe weather warnings due to heavy rains, leading to high risks of landslides and flooding, with significant casualties reported.
TJ-MG used 'distinguishing' to acquit at least 41 defendants for sexual abuse of vulnerable individuals in 4 years
The Tribunal de Justiça de Minas Gerais has acquitted over 40 defendants of severe sexual crimes by applying the legal principle of 'distinguishing' between cases.
Rain in MG: Search for missing persons enters the 3rd day in Juiz de Fora and Ubá
Rescue operations for missing persons in Juiz de Fora and Ubá continued into their third day after heavy rains and landslides caused significant destruction.
Families leave documents and pets behind and seek shelter in schools in MG
Residents, including a mother and daughter, evacuate their homes in the face of imminent danger from building collapses in Brazil, abandoning pets and personal belongings for safety.
Volunteers help relatives of the missing and rescue teams in Juiz de Fora (MG)
Volunteers are providing crucial support to rescue teams and families affected by the tragedy in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.
Schools serve as shelters for hundreds of people who lost their homes in Juiz de Fora (MG)
In Juiz de Fora, Brazil, schools have been converted into shelters for hundreds of individuals displaced by severe flooding after recent storms.
Experts point out technical flaws in the decision that annulled acquittal for rape in MG
A judge in Minas Gerais has reversed the acquittal of a man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl, citing technical flaws and public interest in the decision.
Daily summary of JN: Storms in MG expected to intensify this Thursday and the number of dead reaches 47; STF condemns the masterminds of the assassination of Marielle and Anderson Gomes to 76 years in prison
Heavy storms are set to intensify in Minas Gerais, Brazil, where the death toll has risen to 47, while the country's Supreme Court has sentenced those responsible for the assassination of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes to lengthy prison terms.
In Ubá (MG), shopkeepers begin cleanup work: 'Sadness'
In Ubá, Brazil, store owners are starting cleanup efforts after severe flooding caused by overflowing rivers, resulting in destruction and loss of life.
Judge in MG releases influencer accused of extorting money from authorities
A judge has released influencer Ronnie Peterson from detention after he was accused of extorting municipal officials in Santa Luzia, MG, Brazil.
Man convicted of raping a girl is arrested after judge reconsiders decision in MG
A man convicted of raping a 12-year-old girl in Minas Gerais has been arrested after a judge revoked a prior decision that had absolved him.
Landslide survivor in MG loses six relatives in the tragedy
Renata Silva, a landslide survivor from Juiz de Fora, Brazil, mourns the loss of six family members while searching for ten others buried after heavy rains.
Ferry transport suspended due to lack of provisional releases from the Navy in MG
Ferry transport in Morada Nova de Minas, Brazil, has been suspended due to expired operational permits from the Brazilian Navy, impacting local residents' daily lives and businesses.
Civil Police operation arrests 15 suspects of handling over R$ 9 million in scams in MG
Fifteen individuals were arrested in Brazil during a police operation investigating major fraud and money laundering schemes involving over R$ 9 million.
School used as a shelter is evacuated due to high risk of landslides in MG
A public school in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, has been evacuated as a precaution against potential landslides for people displaced by heavy rainfall.
Mother of 12-year-old girl raped by 35-year-old man is arrested in MG
The mother of a 12-year-old girl, who was raped by a 35-year-old man she lived with, has been arrested in Brazil following ongoing investigations into the case.
Justice cannot bypass process to correct error, says prosecutor about case of man who was acquitted of raping girl in MG
A prosecutor in Minas Gerais criticized a judicial decision that reversed an acquittal of a man convicted of raping a minor, arguing it poses a legal dilemma.
'Romeo and Juliet' Exception Cited in Ruling, but Does Not Apply to Vulnerable Rape Case in MG
A Brazilian court initially absolved a man accused of statutory rape after citing a perceived 'Romeo and Juliet' exception involving a relationship with a 12-year-old girl, but the ruling was later overturned following public outrage.
Council approves the creation of a process commission to investigate the appointment of former mayor to DME in Poços de Caldas, MG
The Municipal Chamber of Poços de Caldas has approved a process commission to investigate the appointment of former mayor Sérgio Azevedo to the presidency of DME Participações.
Judge overturns decision and sentences man who raped 12-year-old girl in MG
A judge in Brazil has overturned a previous acquittal and sentenced a man for raping a 12-year-old girl, following an appeal from the Public Ministry.
Inspection finds anabolic steroids and weight loss medications in locked drawer of gym in MG
A joint operation by police and health officials in Brazil led to the discovery of illegal steroids and weight loss medications in a gym following anonymous complaints.
Woman who was rescued alive in Juiz de Fora (MG) has died
Jaqueline Vicente, a nurse rescued from the rubble in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, has died from her injuries after being trapped for approximately 15 hours.
Search for missing siblings on the Pico da Bandeira trail enters third day between ES and MG
Search efforts continue for siblings Jonatan and Juliana Peixoto Ribeiro, who have been missing for three days on the Pico da Bandeira trail in Brazil.