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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.

Authorities were aware of the high risks of a climate tragedy in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, prior to severe flooding that resulted in numerous fatalities, yet the disaster could not be prevented.

Several important and diverse topics are reported, including a personal story of abuse allegations, significant political meetings, severe weather impacts in Minas Gerais, and other local issues.

A 29-year-old woman was physically abused and threatened by her husband, leading to his arrest in João Pinheiro, Brazil.

Severe floods in Minas Gerais, Brazil, have led to the death of 46 people and left many missing as towns struggle with mud and debris.

The Civil Defense of Minas Gerais is urging residents not to return to high-risk areas due to expected heavy rains.

A 35-year-old man convicted of the rape of a 12-year-old girl was arrested at a friend's house after returning home from work in Brazilian Minas Gerais.

A judge in Brazil reversed his initial decision and convicted a man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl, acknowledging previous oversights regarding the victim's vulnerability.

Juiz de Fora is under severe weather warnings due to heavy rains, leading to high risks of landslides and flooding, with significant casualties reported.

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.

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 are providing crucial support to rescue teams and families affected by the tragedy in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.

A truck driver was injured in an accident on BR-040 in Congonhas, Central Minas, after trying to overtake another vehicle.

Brazilian actress Nana Gouvêa revealed on social media that she was coerced into marriage at the age of 16 after becoming pregnant due to a rape incident during her teenage years.

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.

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.

The municipalities of Ubá and Juiz de Fora in Minas Gerais have announced official donation methods to assist those affected by severe storms, which have caused over 40 confirmed deaths and displaced thousands.

The government of Minas Gerais has drastically reduced its investments aimed at mitigating the impacts of flooding and heavy rains, raising concerns about public safety in municipalities like Juiz de Fora.

A Brazilian judge has reversed his previous decision to absolve a man living with a 12-year-old girl and has ordered their arrest after reflecting more deeply on the case.

Extreme flooding in Brazil led to coffins floating down streets, highlighting the severe impact of heavy rain that has killed at least 46 people in Minas Gerais.

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.

The Public Defender's Office of Minas Gerais is accepting registrations for the Family Mutirão 2026 until March 6, focused on resolving family law issues in four regional cities.

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.

Fifteen individuals were arrested in Brazil during a police operation investigating major fraud and money laundering schemes involving over R$ 9 million.

A public school in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, has been evacuated as a precaution against potential landslides for people displaced by heavy rainfall.

A judge in Brazil reversed his decision to acquit a man accused of raping a young girl, acknowledging he initially disregarded social realities in his initial ruling.

Extreme rainfall in Minas Gerais, Brazil, resulted in 23 fatalities and many missing persons, leading the federal government to declare a state of calamity for 180 days.

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.

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.

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.

At least 40 people have died and at least 20 are missing following severe rainfall and landslides in southeastern Brazil.

A man suspected of murdering hairdresser Luana Carolina de Paulo Melo in Araguari, Brazil, sold her motorcycle to finance his escape and was arrested in Goiânia.

A Brazilian judge has reversed an earlier acquittal and convicted a man for the rape of a 12-year-old girl, also sentencing the girl's mother for neglecting to report the crime.

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.

Severe floods and landslides in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais have resulted in at least 36 deaths, with 33 others reported missing.

At least 36 people have died due to heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, with many more reported missing and widespread destruction caused by landslides and flooding.

Intense rains in Minas Gerais, Brazil, have resulted in 36 deaths and left 33 people missing due to severe flooding and landslides.

Heavy rains have caused severe flooding at the UEMG campus in Ubá, Brazil, leading to substantial damage estimated between R$ 5 million and R$ 10 million.

Firefighters in Brazil are conducting an extensive search for a 52-year-old man missing in a rural area of Cabeceira Grande, Northwest Minas.

Heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, have resulted in 39 deaths and 33 people reported missing.

The government of Minas Gerais has significantly cut its investments in initiatives responding to the impact of rain from about R$ 135 million in 2023 to around R$ 6 million by 2025.

A 33-year-old fugitive from Minas Gerais, wanted for drug trafficking and robbery, has been captured in Piauí.

Two cloned, stolen trucks from Belo Horizonte were seized during a Military Police operation in Northern Minas.

Heavy rains in Minas Gerais, Brazil, have led to the deaths of 37 people and left many missing, with significant damage in affected cities.

A summary of key issues affecting the South of Minas region from a local news broadcast.

A summary of the main news topics including a vote on the trial of those accused in the Marielle Franco murder case, recent rainfall fatalities in Minas Gerais, and various criminal issues in Brazil.

Trump's speech in Congress included threats to Iran and discussions about immigration as local issues persisted in Brazil's governance.

The death toll from storms in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, has risen to 36, with ongoing search operations for the missing.

Torrential rains in Minas Gerais, Brazil, resulted in over 30 deaths and thousands displaced, attracting international media attention.

UN agencies express deep concern over the acquittal of a man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in Brazil.