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A man was killed during a shootout involving police and criminals in the Espinheiro neighborhood of Recife, Brazil.

The Passion of Christ spectacle in Recife has announced the cancellation of its 2026 edition to focus on improving the quality of the production, with plans to return in 2027.

A political thriller, 'The Secret Agent' has become a highly talked-about film since its premiere at the Cannes Festival, garnering critical acclaim and multiple Oscar nominations.

In 2025, Grande Recife reported historical records for stray bullet victims and injured children and adolescents due to armed violence.

A report reveals that police violence has sharply increased, with a significant rise in deaths from police actions in key Brazilian cities.

The Brazilian government has reduced the number of terminals to be auctioned for private leasing, as the Justice and Antaq agencies suspend two significant terminal auctions originally set for this week.

A bus driver was convicted for the death of a young man who fell from a bus, but due to the expiration of the statute of limitations, he will not serve his sentence.

A man was brutally beaten to death in the Piedade neighborhood of Jaboatão dos Guararapes, Brazil, with the crime captured on security footage.

A psychologist is being tried for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, who was shot in the face, in Recife, Brazil.

A journalist from Recife revisits the film 'The Secret Agent', emphasizing its rich local context and the deeper meanings that resonate with those familiar with the area.

The bidding for bus operations in Greater Recife has been postponed again, leaving the system without formal contracts since 2013.

The 'rat culture' in Recife has gained attention during Carnival as a humorous urban aesthetic emerging from the outskirts, featuring elements like a bar in a sewage canal.

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

Students in the Greater Recife area can now apply for the 2026 digital Student Identification Card to access public transport benefits and cultural event discounts.

The wedding of Recife Mayor João Campos and federal deputy Tabata Amaral drew significant social media attention with an altar boy capturing selfies with various celebrities.

Two men died in separate accidents on BR-101 in Greater Recife, causing significant traffic congestion on both sides of the highway.

Brazilian singer Marron Brasileiro's cell phone was stolen during a live performance, and he is appealing for its return after tracking its location.

The delivery of new metro trains to Recife, Brazil has been delayed, with the first set now expected to arrive by the end of March due to operational and logistical factors.

Councilor Eduardo Moura has reported fellow councilor Chico Kiko for a death threat following an incident during a session in which Kiko was filmed making a derogatory gesture.

The 27th edition of the Praia Limpa initiative was launched in Recife, aiming to raise environmental awareness among beachgoers.

The Praia Limpa project in Recife is back for its 27th edition, focusing on keeping local beaches clean, safe, and welcoming for both residents and tourists.

The Praia Limpa Project distributes free identification wristbands for children along the beaches of Recife to enhance safety for families.

Recife is offering 280 free course and workshop vacancies for women in various fields, starting enrollment on February 23rd.

A young woman's joyful reaction to passing her driving test without the ramp and parallel parking component demonstrates the impact of recent changes in test requirements in Brazil.

A fake bishop conducted an unauthorized baptism at the Nossa Senhora dos Aflitos chapel in Recife, prompting the Archdiocese to denounce the act as seriously illegal.

A 25-year-old man wanted for homicide was arrested after fleeing a police roadblock in Recife and crashing a stolen car into multiple vehicles.

A fire broke out at a shopping gallery in Paulista, Brazil, prompting the local fire department to respond and extinguish the flames.

The Giant Rooster, a major symbol of the Recife carnival, has been dismantled after 11 days of celebrations at the Duarte Coelho Bridge.

Two men were shot at the Fuzaka Pra Geral carnival block in Greater Recife, with connections to a past child abuse case.

João Gomes led a vibrant post-carnival parade in Recife that combines elements of both Carnival and the São João festival, aiming to establish it as a local tradition.

Two lottery bets from Greater Recife matched five out of the six winning numbers in the Mega-Sena draw, each winning R$ 36,398.76.

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

João Gomes' 'drilha' event in Recife will enforce strict restrictions to enhance safety for attendees at the carnival 2026 celebration.

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

A 22-year-old woman, Kaylanne Thaís Braz Xavier, died four days after suffering brutal violence from her ex-partner in Jaboatão dos Guararapes, Brazil.

Recife has achieved two Guinness World Records, including the title of the largest carnival block and the most perfumed city in the world.

A 27-year-old man reported being assaulted by police during a Djonga concert at the Rec-Beat festival in Recife, Brazil, leading to a formal complaint to the Corregedoria of the Secretary of Social Defense.

Brazilian singer João Gomes is set to kick off the June festival celebrations with an event called 'Drilha São João Gomes' on Rua da Aurora in Recife, featuring several artists and expected to draw a large crowd.

A 23-year-old man was shot dead inside his home in Recife while his wife and one-year-old son were present.

The 27th edition of Praia Limpa has officially commenced in Recife, promoting responsible waste disposal at local beaches with the distribution of paper bags for waste collection.

The Camaragibe Line of the Recife Metro has resumed operation after a two-day closure affecting around 40,000 daily passengers.

The Camaragibe branch of the Recife Metro has not operated for two days affecting up to 40,000 passengers due to an aerial network failure.

Tiago West, a celebrated urban poetry artist known for his works on Recife, passed away at the age of 40 on Ash Wednesday.

The Cabanga Yacht Club of Pernambuco has opened registrations for the 37th Recife-Fernando de Noronha Regatta, scheduled for September 19, which will cover a distance of 300 nautical miles starting from the capital of Pernambuco.

The Camaragibe branch of the Recife Metro has ceased operations due to a technical issue affecting the aerial network, closing five stations and impacting between 35,000 to 40,000 passengers.

The organizers of the Bora Bora carnival block in Brazil humorously reacted to a lackluster turnout of only 23 participants at their recent parade, which featured more police officers than revelers.

The 'Irresponsible' blocos in Recife continued the carnival festivities on Ash Wednesday, defying the usual conclusion of the celebration with lively parades and performances.

Several Brazilian celebrities attended the Carnival festivities in Recife and Olinda, including Liniker, Fátima Bernardes, Carlinhos Maia, and David Brazil.

Rapper Djonga condemned police violence against fans during his concert at the Recife Carnival, calling for respect for the punk culture that defines his shows.

The Recife Carnival in 2026 attracted a record-breaking 3.7 million attendees, injecting R$ 2.8 billion into the city's economy and creating 60,000 temporary jobs.