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National & Local

Sign Language Course Offers 5,000 Free Spots in 55 Cities in PE; Check the List and Learn How to Register

Pernambuco is offering over 5,000 free spots for a Brazilian Sign Language (Libras) course across 55 cities, with registration open until the 27th of this month.

Feb 26 • 13:41 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested in Trindade for attempted homicide after argument over R$ 5

A man was arrested in Trindade, Pernambuco, for attempted homicide following a dispute over five Brazilian reals.

Feb 26 • 11:24 UTC
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National & Local

'I felt the pain of death,' says mother of 5-year-old boy who fell from 2nd floor of building

A mother expresses her pain after her 5-year-old son fell from the second floor of their apartment building in Caruaru, but he is no longer in life-threatening condition according to family updates.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
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National & Local

Target in BA of operation against Fernando Bezerra Coelho is a relative of the former senator and received nearly R$ 190 million in alleged scheme

A relative of former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho is under investigation for receiving nearly R$ 190 million in suspected corruption and fraud linked to infrastructure projects in Pernambuco.

Feb 26 • 00:56 UTC
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National & Local

Apac predicts moderate to heavy rain in the Sertão of PE

The Pernambuco Water and Climate Agency (Apac) forecasted moderate to heavy rain in the Sertão region of Pernambuco, primarily affecting Petrolina.

Feb 25 • 23:13 UTC
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National & Local

Civil Police investigates homicide recorded in the early hours in Petrolina

The Civil Police of Pernambuco is investigating a homicide in Petrolina where the body of Manoel Mecias de Miranda Júnior was found with a gunshot wound.

Feb 25 • 21:36 UTC
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National & Local

Fire destroys three school buses, a car, and a water truck in Ipubi

A fire in Ipubi, Pernambuco, destroyed three school buses, a car, and a water truck, but no injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

Feb 25 • 20:55 UTC
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Crime & Justice

4-year-old boy drowns after falling into cistern; police investigate

A 4-year-old boy, José Gael Melo da Silva, tragically drowned in a cistern in Glória do Goitá, Pernambuco, leading to an investigation by the police.

Feb 25 • 18:40 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Businessmen suspected of vehicle financing scams are arrested in Piauí and Pernambuco

Two businessmen suspected of running fraudulent vehicle financing schemes have been arrested in Piauí and Pernambuco, Brazil.

Feb 25 • 16:30 UTC
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National & Local

Petrobras and IFPE offer free courses with scholarships of up to R$ 858 in Caruaru; see who can participate

Petrobras and the Federal Institute of Pernambuco are offering free vocational training courses in Caruaru with scholarships available for economically vulnerable candidates.

Feb 25 • 13:33 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested in flagrant for drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm in Cabrobó

A man was arrested in Cabrobó, Brazil, for drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm during a police operation that uncovered a drug lab.

Feb 25 • 13:13 UTC
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National & Local

Mega-Sena 2978: Two Bets from Interior of PE Hit the Quina and 15 Others the Quadra, Check the Result

Two bets from the interior of Pernambuco acerted the 'quina' in Mega-Sena contest 2976, with each winning R$27,292.50.

Feb 25 • 12:02 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police launches operation against drug trafficking and money laundering in the Sertão of Pernambuco

The Civil Police of Pernambuco launched 'Operation Resilience' to combat drug trafficking and organized crime in the Sertão region.

Feb 25 • 11:19 UTC
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National & Local

Pernambuco opens selection with 387 job vacancies at UPE and salaries up to R$ 12,3 thousand

The government of Pernambuco has announced a simplified selection process for 387 job vacancies at the University of Pernambuco's hospital complex, offering salaries ranging from R$ 1,621 to R$ 12,366.

Feb 25 • 09:01 UTC
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National & Local

UPE opens simplified selection for doctors with salaries of R$ 12,300; learn how to apply

The University of Pernambuco has announced a hiring process for doctors with a salary of R$ 12,300, with online applications opening on January 25th.

Feb 25 • 08:03 UTC
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National & Local

MPPE asks police to investigate former aide of Raquel Lyra for post with complaint against Recife secretaries

The Pernambuco Public Prosecutor's Office has requested an investigation into journalist Manoel Medeiros for allegedly making false accusations against public officials.

Feb 24 • 20:06 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested in Pernambuco suspected of killing woman in Cariri da Paraíba

A man has been arrested in Pernambuco on suspicion of killing a woman whose body was found in Paraíba, with the investigation indicating possible involvement in private imprisonment.

Feb 24 • 18:37 UTC
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National & Local

Detran reduces the cost of medical and psychological exams for obtaining a driver's license in Pernambuco

The cost of medical and psychological exams required for obtaining a driver's license in Pernambuco has been reduced to R$ 180 following a recent announcement by Detran.

Feb 24 • 17:48 UTC
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National & Local

Woman dies after being hit by a truck on BR-232 in Caruaru; driver fled the scene

A 25-year-old woman named Diana Felix dos Santos Silva was killed after being struck by a truck that fled the scene on BR-232 in Caruaru, Brazil.

Feb 24 • 14:20 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspect of being part of a Bahia faction is arrested in Petrolina amid drug trafficking war

A man suspected of being part of a criminal faction was arrested in Petrolina, Pernambuco, due to ongoing drug trafficking violence in the area.

Feb 24 • 10:02 UTC
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National & Local

Job Opportunities: Check Out the 59 Available Positions in Petrolina, Salgueiro, and Araripina

The article details 59 job vacancies available in the cities of Petrolina, Salgueiro, and Araripina, provided by the State Agency for Employment in Pernambuco.

Feb 24 • 07:01 UTC
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National & Local

New suspected case of methanol poisoning investigated in Petrolina

A new suspected case of methanol poisoning is under investigation in Petrolina, Brazil, involving a patient who was hospitalized after consuming vodka.

Feb 23 • 23:52 UTC
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National & Local

Rains in the Interior of Pernambuco: Inmet Issues Alert for Caruaru and 19 Other Cities

The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil has issued a warning for heavy rainfall in 20 municipalities in Pernambuco, including Caruaru, suggesting potential risks such as flooding and power outages.

Feb 23 • 19:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Miss Brazil Supranational 2026: With rule change, mothers are among candidates; see

The Miss Brazil Supranational 2026 pageant will feature 20 candidates, including mothers and divorced women, for the first time due to new rules.

Feb 23 • 18:30 UTC
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National & Local

Passengers demand the return of the bus line between Petrolina and Juazeiro

The suspension of the bus line between Petrolina, Pernambuco, and Juazeiro, Bahia, has led to significant complaints from users, particularly students and workers who are now forced to find alternative transportation methods.

Feb 23 • 16:22 UTC
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National & Local

Police in Pernambuco Unite to Combat Gang Warfare in Petrolina

Security forces in Pernambuco are collaborating to address the rising homicide rates in Petrolina, primarily linked to drug trafficking gang disputes.

Feb 23 • 16:01 UTC
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National & Local

Mega-Sena 2975: 31 bets from the interior of PE hit numbers, check result

The Mega-Sena 2975 lottery draw awarded 31 winners from Pernambuco but the main prize remains unclaimed, rolling over to over R$ 116 million.

Feb 23 • 12:53 UTC
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National & Local

Trans woman is stabbed to death in Trindade

A trans woman named Samanta was fatally stabbed in Trindade, Pernambuco, Brazil, during a domestic dispute, leading to the arrest of her partner as a suspect.

Feb 23 • 10:58 UTC
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National & Local

Contests and selections in PE offer more than 785 vacancies with salaries up to R$ 13.2 thousand; find out how to apply

Pernambuco offers over 785 job vacancies through simplified selections and public competitions across various cities in the state.

Feb 22 • 12:50 UTC
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National & Local

'Stamped Figure' in carnival coverage, Bianka Carvalho has already received a giant doll, frevo, and doppelganger; remember tributes

TV Globo reporter Bianka Carvalho has been honored multiple times during Pernambuco's carnival with various tributes, including a giant doll and a song praising her.

Feb 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

João Campos and Tabata Amaral get married

João Campos, the mayor of Recife, and federal deputy Tabata Amaral were married in a ceremony attended by notable authorities in Pernambuco.

Feb 21 • 23:24 UTC
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National & Local

João Campos and Tabata Amaral marry on the South Coast of Pernambuco

João Campos, the Mayor of Recife, and Federal Deputy Tabata Amaral married in a ceremony on Carneiros beach in Pernambuco.

Feb 21 • 19:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mister Brazil 2026: Bearded and Northeastern Candidates Predominate

The Mister Brazil 2026 beauty pageant features a diverse group of 23 male contestants, predominantly from Northeast Brazil, with the competition set to take place in Pernambuco.

Feb 21 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PDT admits to supporting the reelection of the governor of Pernambuco for a Senate seat

The PDT party in Brazil is considering supporting the reelection of Pernambuco Governor Raquel Lyra in exchange for a Senate seat.

Feb 21 • 18:00 UTC
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National & Local

Brazilian wins international architecture award with renovation of 'Casa de Mainha', in Pernambuco

A Brazilian architect won an international award for his renovation of 'Casa de Mainha' in Pernambuco, highlighting the importance of local craftsmanship and family ties.

Feb 21 • 16:52 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet issues alerts for intense rains for 44 cities in the interior of PE; see list

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for potential intense rains in 44 municipalities in Pernambuco until Saturday evening.

Feb 21 • 12:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Architect reports attack for homophobia during Olinda Carnival

An architect in Brazil reported being attacked during the Olinda Carnival, allegedly due to homophobic remarks.

Feb 21 • 01:20 UTC
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National & Local

Forecast predicts heavy rains in the Sertão of PE during the weekend, according to APAC

The Sertão region of Pernambuco is expected to experience moderate to heavy rains this weekend, leading to potential damages.

Feb 20 • 23:19 UTC
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National & Local

Strong winds and heavy rain hit Cabrobó and cause damage this Friday (20)

Heavy rain and strong winds caused significant damage in Cabrobó, Brazil, leading to the cancellation of a local carnival event and prompting emergency response teams to assist affected residents.

Feb 20 • 22:11 UTC
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National & Local

New law expands free access to sports events for children up to 12 years old in Pernambuco

A new law in Pernambuco allows children up to 12 years old to enter sports events for free when accompanied by an adult.

Feb 20 • 15:30 UTC
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National & Local

QualificaTUR: project opens 80 vacancies in professional qualification courses in the Sertão

The QualificaTUR project has opened 80 vacancies for professional qualification courses in the Sertão region of Pernambuco, Brazil, specifically aimed at enhancing tourism sector skills.

Feb 20 • 15:22 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet issues alert for potential heavy rain in the interior of PE; check municipalities

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a yellow alert for potential heavy rains in the interior of Pernambuco, Brazil, predicting significant rainfall and strong winds in certain municipalities.

Feb 20 • 14:06 UTC
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National & Local

Intense rain with hail and flooding recorded in the Agreste of PE; VIDEO

An intense hailstorm and subsequent flooding occurred in Brejão, Pernambuco, causing significant water accumulation but no reported injuries or serious damage.

Feb 20 • 13:48 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Merchant shot dead after criminal announces robbery at a car wash in Caruaru; VIDEO

A 38-year-old merchant was shot dead after a criminal announced a robbery inside a car wash in Caruaru, Pernambuco.

Feb 20 • 12:50 UTC
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National & Local

Mega-Sena 2974: 28 bets from the interior of PE win numbers, check the result

28 bets from Pernambuco correctly guessed the numbers in the Mega-Sena lottery, with the main prize totaling R$105 million.

Feb 20 • 11:56 UTC
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National & Local

Petrolina registers two more homicides; ten people were killed in a week

Petrolina has experienced a surge in violence, with ten homicides reported in a single week, including two recent shootings that left one dead and one injured.

Feb 20 • 11:05 UTC
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National & Local

With 2,745 missing persons in 2025, Pernambuco ranks among the 10 states with the most cases in Brazil

Pernambuco reported 2,745 missing persons in 2025, ranking ninth among Brazilian states.

Feb 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mainha House is the only Brazilian project among the best in the world in 2026

Mainha House in Pernambuco has been recognized as the only Brazilian project among the top five residential projects globally for 2026 by ArchDaily.

Feb 19 • 22:41 UTC
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National & Local

UFPE Rector Alfredo Gomes announces pre-candidacy for the government of Pernambuco by Rede Sustentabilidade

Alfredo Gomes, the rector of the Federal University of Pernambuco, has announced his pre-candidacy for the Pernambuco government under the banner of the Rede Sustentabilidade party, focusing on social inequalities and participatory democracy.

Feb 19 • 21:39 UTC
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National & Local

Registrations open for free Easter egg making course in Petrolina

Registrations have begun for a free course on Easter egg making in Petrolina, Brazil, aimed specifically at women.

Feb 19 • 21:18 UTC

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