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Crime & Justice

Tourists Robbed Inside Inn in Porto de Galinhas; Guest Arrested at Recife Airport

Four tourists reported being robbed in an inn in Porto de Galinhas, Brazil, by a fellow guest who was arrested later at the Recife airport.

Mar 23 β€’ 04:00 UTC
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National & Local

Father Romeu da Fonte dies at 96; was the oldest active priest in the Archdiocese of Olinda and Recife

Father Romeu da Fonte, the oldest active priest in the Archdiocese of Olinda and Recife, passed away at the age of 96.

Mar 22 β€’ 22:56 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Four people are arrested with R$ 2.7 million in cash in a bank branch in Recife

Four individuals were arrested in Recife on suspicion of money laundering, with R$ 2.73 million in cash seized by federal authorities.

Mar 21 β€’ 20:57 UTC
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National & Local

Body of man found floating in Apipucos Reservoir; it is the third case in less than a week

A man's body was discovered floating in Apipucos Reservoir in Recife, marking the third such incident in the area within a week.

Mar 21 β€’ 19:11 UTC
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National & Local

Influencer Zekinha do Humor is shot dead while dismounting a horse in Recife

CauΓ£ Henrique, an 18-year-old influencer known as Zekinha do Humor, was shot dead in Recife as he dismounted from his horse.

Mar 21 β€’ 03:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

'A little more relief', says woman after ex-husband's arrest who invaded building and shot more than 20 times at apartment door

Viviane Brasileiro expressed relief following the arrest of her ex-husband, who violently invaded her residence and attempted to kill her.

Mar 20 β€’ 22:21 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police react to attempted robbery and exchange gunfire with criminals in Recife; VIDEO

A police officer in Brazil shot back during an attempted robbery in Recife, engaging in a brief gunfire exchange with criminals.

Mar 20 β€’ 20:21 UTC
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National & Local

Relax, Pernambuco! It was just a tantrum!

The author reflects on the backlash received after a critical column about local filmmaker Kleber MendonΓ§a, highlighting the passionate reactions from Pernambuco's residents.

Mar 20 β€’ 20:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man arrested in Recife on suspicion of invading ex-girlfriend's building, shooting at the door, and threatening to set the place on fire

A man has been arrested in Recife for allegedly invading his ex-partner's apartment building, shooting at her door, and making threats to set her place on fire.

Mar 20 β€’ 16:05 UTC
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National & Local

Operation seizes 22 cameras used by criminals to monitor police action in communities of Recife

The Brazilian police seized 22 clandestine surveillance cameras used by criminals to track police movements in several neighborhoods in Recife.

Mar 20 β€’ 14:20 UTC
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National & Local

Shows by PΓ©ricles and Ferrugem, monologue with Othon Bastos, play with Thai de Melo, and more: see the cultural agenda in Greater Recife

The cultural agenda in Greater Recife includes a variety of performances and shows catering to diverse tastes, featuring artists like PΓ©ricles, Ferrugem, and Thai de Melo.

Mar 20 β€’ 08:03 UTC
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National & Local

Know who the children were that died trying to escape a fire in an apartment at Residencial IgnΓͺz Andreazza

Two brothers died while attempting to escape a fire in their apartment in Recife, Brazil.

Mar 20 β€’ 04:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest man who invaded ex-partner's building with a gas can and shot 20 times at apartment door

A man in Recife was arrested after invading his ex-partner's building and firing 20 shots at her apartment door while threatening her.

Mar 19 β€’ 20:51 UTC
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World

Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful from Recife in a speech at the Vatican; VIDEO

Pope Leo XIV addressed Brazilian faithful from Recife and SΓ£o JosΓ© do Rio Preto during his general audience at the Vatican, thanking them for their presence and urging them to be steadfast witnesses of the Gospel.

Mar 19 β€’ 19:17 UTC
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National & Local

Daily Summary #1907: Understand the rise in oil prices that exceeded $115; What will autumn be like in Brazil and more

Oil prices have topped $115 following attacks on energy reserves in the Middle East, alongside various domestic updates from Brazil, such as the start of autumn and incidents affecting children in Recife.

Mar 19 β€’ 16:20 UTC
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National & Local

JoΓ£o Campos and Raquel Lyra Kick Off Election in PE with Defined Teams and Competition for Lula's Support

Recife's Mayor JoΓ£o Campos has announced his electoral team for the Pernambuco gubernatorial election, while Governor Raquel Lyra secures support for her re-election bid.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:57 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man dies inside a state school in Greater Recife after being shot and jumping over a wall to escape; VIDEO

A 25-year-old man was shot and died within the grounds of a school in Greater Recife after trying to escape from his attackers by jumping over the school's wall.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:32 UTC
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National & Local

For the second day, civil police camp on a bridge in protest for better working conditions

Civil police in Recife are protesting for better working conditions by camping on the Santa Isabel Bridge, disrupting traffic as they demand negotiations with the government.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:10 UTC
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National & Local

Two children die trying to escape a fire in a building in Recife

A fire in an apartment in the west zone of Recife resulted in the tragic deaths of two children, aged 9 and 11, while attempting to escape.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:17 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Minas on Thursday, March 19, 2026

A video shows an Israeli attack on the world's largest natural gas field as Brazil faces various domestic issues including diesel prices and tragic accidents.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:03 UTC
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National & Local

The apartment where children died in a fire was full of clutter and electronics: 'I don’t know how this didn’t happen before,' says expert

An investigation revealed that the apartment where two children died in a fire was cluttered with electronic devices, indicating severe hoarding by the owners.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:30 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Santa Catarina for Thursday, March 19, 2026

A roundup of significant news in Brazil, including various incidents and investigations.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:29 UTC
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National & Local

Two children die trying to escape fire in the IgnΓͺz Andreazza residential complex; boys were trapped in window grate

Two brothers tragically died in a fire at the IgnΓͺz Andreazza residential complex in Recife, Brazil, while attempting to escape from their bedroom window.

Mar 19 β€’ 10:58 UTC
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National & Local

Court condemns Recife councilman for inciting 'virtual lynching' and exposing internet user who commented on Charlie Kirk's death

A Recife councilman was found guilty of inciting a virtual lynching by publicly sharing the identity of a social media user who commented negatively about the death of activist Charlie Kirk.

Mar 19 β€’ 03:00 UTC
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National & Local

JoΓ£o Campos officially announces pre-candidacy for governor and will announce a ticket with MarΓ­lia Arraes and Humberto Costa this week

JoΓ£o Campos, the mayor of Recife, is set to officially announce his candidacy for the Pernambuco governor's position, forming a ticket with Senator Humberto Costa and former federal deputy MarΓ­lia Arraes this week.

Mar 18 β€’ 22:07 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Body seen floating in the Capibaribe River, in Recife; VIDEO

A body was found floating in the Capibaribe River in Recife, reportedly a man's, but his identity and age remain unknown as authorities search the area.

Mar 18 β€’ 20:19 UTC
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National & Local

Civil police strike blocks Princess Isabel Bridge in downtown Recife

Civil police in Pernambuco have blocked the Princess Isabel Bridge as part of a strike demanding better working conditions from the government.

Mar 18 β€’ 18:46 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man invades ex-partner's building with a gasoline can and fires 20 times at the apartment door

A man fired at least 20 shots at the door of his ex-partner's apartment in Recife, Brazil, after invading the building with a car and a gasoline can.

Mar 18 β€’ 12:17 UTC
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National & Local

Mega-Sena: two bets in Recife hit five numbers and win prizes of up to R$ 104 thousand

Two bets placed in Recife won prizes for matching five out of six numbers in the Mega-Sena lottery draw.

Mar 18 β€’ 10:09 UTC
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National & Local

Recife opens 10,000 vacancies in free courses on artificial intelligence and cloud computing; learn how to enroll

The city of Recife has launched a program offering 10,000 free spots in online courses focused on artificial intelligence and cloud computing for various social groups.

Mar 17 β€’ 21:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police seizes over R$ 300,000 in cash inside a moving truck in Greater Recife; VIDEO

The police in JaboatΓ£o dos Guararapes seized over R$ 300,000 in cash during an operation involving a moving truck, following reports of illegal transport.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:52 UTC
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National & Local

Police charges councilman Eduardo Moura for injury and defamation against colleague Chico Kiko and his wife after horn gesture

Councilman Eduardo Moura faces legal charges for defaming and injuring the reputation of fellow councilman Chico Kiko and his wife after making a gesture interpreted as infidelity during a public session.

Mar 17 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Municipal guard shoots fellow officer after argument at the corporation headquarters

A municipal guard was arrested for shooting a colleague following an argument in Moreno, Brazil.

Mar 16 β€’ 11:17 UTC
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National & Local

No Oscar for 'The Secret Agent', audience in Recife reacts with shouts of 'fix' after the announcement of the winners; VIDEO

Audience in Recife passionately protested the Oscar results for 'The Secret Agent', expressing their dissatisfaction loudly during the ceremony's broadcast.

Mar 16 β€’ 04:10 UTC
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National & Local

Cinema SΓ£o Luiz Dresses Up for Oscar Night: Red Carpet, Antique Cars, Giant Puppets, and Outdoor Screen

Cinema SΓ£o Luiz in Recife is celebrating the 2026 Oscar night with a series of cultural activities and a vibrant atmosphere, including a red carpet and various decorations inspired by the nominated film "O Agente Secreto."

Mar 15 β€’ 21:01 UTC
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National & Local

TΓ’nia Maria, actress of 'The Secret Agent,' receives a giant doll to accompany the Oscar ceremony in Recife

Actress TΓ’nia Maria, known for her role in 'The Secret Agent,' was honored with a giant doll in Recife during a special Oscar screening.

Mar 15 β€’ 16:50 UTC
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National & Local

Fire victim at Shopping Recife transferred from HR with acute respiratory failure

A victim of the fire at Shopping Recife has been transferred to an intensive care unit following serious respiratory issues due to smoke inhalation.

Mar 15 β€’ 14:24 UTC
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National & Local

Mother of boy Miguel sees in 'The Secret Agent' a duty against forgetting: 'I remembered everything that happened to me'

Mirtes Renata Santana de Souza, mother of Miguel, emphasizes the importance of artistic visibility in remembering her son's tragic death.

Mar 15 β€’ 07:15 UTC
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National & Local

Kleber MendonΓ§a Filho built a career from childhood that now reaches the Oscars

The article discusses the career of filmmaker Kleber MendonΓ§a Filho, highlighting his rise to fame and his Oscar-nominated film 'O Agente Secreto.'

Mar 15 β€’ 02:00 UTC
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National & Local

Recife at the Oscars: how technology transformed the city into a character in the movie 'Agente Secreto'

Recife is buzzing with excitement as the Oscars approach, with local film 'Agente Secreto' featuring the city as a core element, enhanced through technology.

Mar 15 β€’ 01:38 UTC
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National & Local

Cat from 'The Secret Agent' had an exclusive room and was treated to snacks by Wagner Moura during filming

The black and white cat named Carminha from the film "The Secret Agent" received royal treatment during filming in Recife, including an exclusive room and special snacks.

Mar 15 β€’ 00:10 UTC
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National & Local

Man arrested for animal mistreatment in clandestine kennel in Greater Recife; 16 dogs were rescued

A man was arrested in the Recife Metropolitan Area for animal cruelty after authorities uncovered a clandestine kennel with 16 mistreated dogs.

Mar 14 β€’ 20:05 UTC
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National & Local

After fire, Shopping Recife keeps stores closed this Saturday and reopens on Sunday

Shopping Recife will remain closed for an additional day after a fire damaged a store and injured several workers.

Mar 14 β€’ 14:27 UTC
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National & Local

Worker trapped in fire at Shopping Recife called relatives thinking she would die; video shows smoke invading store

A worker trapped in a fire at Shopping Recife called her relatives, fearing for her life, as smoke filled the store.

Mar 14 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

The Secret Agent transforms Recife into a stage and showcase and brings the passion for Pernambuco cinema to the world

The film 'The Secret Agent', directed by Kleber MendonΓ§a Filho and starring Wagner Moura, showcases Recife as a vibrant backdrop, highlighting the city's historical sites and its cinematic culture on an international scale.

Mar 14 β€’ 03:00 UTC
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National & Local

Procon fines ten more gas stations for unjustified price hike; total reaches 32 establishments

Procon Recife has fined an additional ten gas stations for unjustified gasoline price increases, bringing the total number of penalized establishments to 32.

Mar 13 β€’ 23:20 UTC
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National & Local

Shopping Recife reopens on Saturday, one day after fire; six workers were rescued

Shopping Recife will reopen after a fire incident that occurred in one of its stores, injuring six workers, with one in serious condition.

Mar 13 β€’ 22:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest men for raping daughters, stepdaughters, and other children; one of the criminals abused a girl at a daycare

Four men have been arrested in Recife, Brazil, on suspicion of sexually abusing at least six children as part of an operation by the Civil Police.

Mar 13 β€’ 18:36 UTC
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National & Local

Fire at Recife Shopping: 'They did not warn, did not sound the siren, did not say anything', says victim

A fire at the Shopping Recife during the early hours left multiple victims and raised concerns about the lack of emergency response measures.

Mar 13 β€’ 16:05 UTC
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National & Local

Scenario of 'The Secret Agent', Cinema SΓ£o Luiz screens the Oscar ceremony

The Cinema SΓ£o Luiz in Recife will host the Oscar 2026 ceremony viewing, featuring Brazilian film 'The Secret Agent' competing in four categories.

Mar 13 β€’ 16:00 UTC

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