Coala Festival will feature shows by João Gomes and Seu Jorge; see tickets
João Gomes and Seu Jorge are set to perform at the Coala Festival, dedicated to Brazilian music, scheduled for September 12 and 13 in São Paulo.
João Penido and São Pedro reservoirs are at 99% capacity in Juiz de Fora
Intense rainfall in February has led the João Penido and São Pedro reservoirs in Juiz de Fora to reach 99% capacity, marking a significant increase compared to previous years.
Marron Brasileiro recovers stolen cell phone during show with João Gomes: 'Thank you to everyone who worked hard'
Brazilian singer Marron Brasileiro successfully recovered his stolen cell phone during a performance with João Gomes in Recife, thanking fans for their efforts in locating the device.
VIDEO: Dog stranded in river is rescued in MG
A dog was rescued by firefighters after being stranded in the São João River in Itaúna, Minas Gerais, due to strong currents and high water levels.
Truck overturns and blocks access ramp of João Leme dos Santos Highway in Votorantim
A truck carrying recyclable materials overturned, blocking an access ramp on the João Leme dos Santos Highway in Votorantim, São Paulo.
Pregnant woman who lost baby is compensated with R$ 150,000 for failures during childbirth at maternity hospital in PI
A woman has been awarded R$ 150,000 in damages after experiencing severe failures during childbirth that resulted in the loss of her baby at a maternity hospital in São João do Piauí.
21-year-old motorcyclist dies after colliding with tree in the interior of SP
A 21-year-old motorcyclist named João Victor Morais de Almeida has died after crashing into a tree in Araraquara, São Paulo.
Gardens installed by Nunes' management under the Minhocão forced pedestrians to compete for space with bikes
The recently installed rain gardens under the Presidente João Goulart elevated park, known as Minhocão, have made it difficult for pedestrians as they now have to use bike lanes, raising concerns about safety.
In São João de Meriti, in Baixada Fluminense, one person died and 600 were displaced due to flooding
Severe flooding in São João de Meriti has led to one death and displaced 600 residents, exacerbated by local construction efforts.
Residents build barriers to contain rainwater after flood in São João de Meriti
Residents in the Venda Velha neighborhood of São João de Meriti built barriers to prevent rainwater from flooding their homes again following a severe storm.
'Nothing was left': families recount how the flood destroyed furniture and food in the interior of SP
Heavy rainfall in São João da Boa Vista, Brazil, caused significant flooding that destroyed homes and displaced at least one family, leading to loss of furniture and food.
Elderly woman drowns in São João de Meriti (RJ) and 600 are displaced after rains in the city
An 85-year-old woman drowned in São João de Meriti during heavy rainfall that displaced around 600 residents.
'I lost everything again,' laments man during storm in São João de Meriti; rain left elderly woman dead and 600 displaced in the municipality
Severe storms in São João de Meriti, Brazil, have resulted in one death and over 600 people being displaced as residents deal with the aftermath of flooding and property damage.
Teachers suspect fraud in contest and report opened envelopes on exam day in Baliza
Candidates for teaching positions in São João da Baliza, Brazil, reported potential fraud during a public exam, citing opened envelopes and lack of transparency.
Woman drowns and 124 are left homeless after storm in São João de Meriti
A woman drowned, and 124 residents were displaced after heavy rains struck São João de Meriti, Brazil, leading to a maximum alert level from local authorities.
VIDEO: heavy rain floods streets and houses, and residents are rescued from flooding in inland SP
Heavy rains in São João da Boa Vista, Brazil, led to significant flooding, prompting rescues of stranded residents.
Man breaks police car window after attempting to turn himself in without an open warrant and ends up detained in PI
A man in São João da Fronteira, Piauí, was arrested after breaking the windows of a police vehicle while trying to surrender to authorities without an open warrant against him.
Lifeguards carry out rescues during the weekend in São João da Barra
Over the weekend, lifeguards in São João da Barra, Brazil, responded to drowning incidents at the Açu Beach and the Grussaí Lagoon, successfully rescuing individuals from dangerous situations.
100 days until the 2026 São João in Campina Grande: what is known
The 2026 São João festival in Campina Grande, Brazil, is set to take place from June 3 to July 5, lasting 33 days, with fewer days than the previous year.
João Gomes draws a crowd with 'drilha junina' at post-carnival parade in Recife: 'We want to make this a tradition'
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.
João Gomes anticipates the June festival with 'drilha' on Rua da Aurora: 'I love carnival, but São João moves differently with me'
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.
Driver flees at high speed from the Federal Highway Police and causes a chase in São João da Barra
A driver in São João da Barra, Brazil, evaded the Federal Highway Police, prompting a high-speed chase through the city.
'Fiuk from Harmonia': Judge who went viral at SP carnival is a PhD from USP, has a gypsy band and helped found a street block
João Batista Cruz gained internet fame during the São Paulo Carnival 2026 as a judge, nicknamed 'Fiuk da Harmonia', due to a viral video capturing his intense focus on the parade.
Operation 2 Wheels addresses more than 300 vehicles in São João da Barra
The Federal Highway Police conducted an operation addressing over 300 vehicles in São João da Barra during Carnival 2026.
Vice-Governor Visits Juiz de Fora and Announces R$ 100 Million for Works in Three Cities in the Region
The Vice-Governor of Minas Gerais announced R$ 100 million in investments for infrastructure improvements in Juiz de Fora, São João del Rei, and Ponte Nova during his visit.
Nine people arrested in operation against drug trafficking and illegal possession of arms in MA
Nine individuals were arrested in a drug trafficking and illegal arms possession operation in São João Batista, Brazil, with significant seizures made by the police.
Federal Police seizes cars in São João del Rei during operation against illegal mining in Brazil
The Federal Police in Brazil seized two cars in São João del Rei during an operation targeting a criminal organization involved in the illegal extraction and commercialization of cassiterite.
Man dies after saving daughter from drowning at Cachoeira do Filó in São João Batista do Glória, MG
A 61-year-old man died after rescuing his daughter from drowning at Cachoeira do Filó in Brazil.
Pablo, Henry Freitas and Adelmário Coelho are the first confirmed attractions at São João de Serrinha
The municipality of Serrinha has confirmed the first attractions for the 2026 São João festival, featuring artists Pablo, Henry Freitas, and Adelmário Coelho.
Lent increases movement at the Fish Market in Teresina; see prices for Tilapia, Yellow Pescada, and more
The Fish Market in São João, Teresina, is bustling this Ash Wednesday as Lent begins, with consistent prices for popular fish among locals.
Group of young people is swept away by a current at Grussaí beach in São João da Barra; video
A group of young people was rescued by lifeguards after being swept away by a strong current at Grussaí beach in São João da Barra, Brazil.
Mineiro family compensated for lost luggage on trip to Disney
A family from São João del Rei, Brazil, was awarded compensation after their luggage went missing during a trip to the United States for a Disney cruise.
'Fiuk of Harmony': Judge Did Not Give a Score of 10 to Only Four Schools in the Harmony Category
A judge at São Paulo's carnival, João Batista Cruz, only failed to award a perfect score of 10 to four schools in the harmony category, generating viral attention due to his intense focus during the evaluation.
Car hits pole during rain on Avenida João Pessoa in São Luís; driver was rescued
A car lost control during rain on Avenida João Pessoa in São Luís, hitting a pole and leading to the driver being rescued and later released from the hospital.
João Adolfo Hansen, literary critic and professor of national literature at USP, dies
João Adolfo Hansen, a prominent literary critic and professor at the University of São Paulo, has passed away at the age of 83.
VIDEO: Shots interrupt carnival parade and a 16-year-old teenager is shot dead in MG
A 16-year-old teenager was shot dead during a carnival celebration in São João del-Rei, Brazil, prompting arrests and a police investigation into possible gang-related motives.
'The group joined the party,' jokes the driver who celebrated after his bus got stuck in the middle of a parade
A bus driver in São João del Rei gained viral fame after he danced during a parade to clear a stuck bus, bringing joy to the crowd.
'Arrested' at the carnival block in MG, bus driver joins the revelry and goes viral
A bus driver in São João del Rei, Brazil, became a viral sensation after abandoning his bus to join a carnival celebration instead of getting stressed in traffic.
Former city councilor in Paraíba arrested after 12 years on the run for drug trafficking scheme
A former city councilor from São Bento, João Dantas Clementino, has been arrested after evading capture for 12 years, suspected of being part of an international drug trafficking organization.
Pablo, João Gomes, Mestrinho, Rey Vaqueiro, and Mastruz com Leite are the first confirmed attractions for São João de Cruz das Almas
The city of Cruz das Almas, Brazil, has announced its first confirmed artists for the upcoming São João festival, scheduled for June 2026.
Teen goes through 'drug court' and suffers gang rape in RJ
A 13-year-old girl was gang-raped as punishment after being subjected to a 'drug court' in São João de Meriti, Brazil, due to a mistaken identity.
Police say 13-year-old girl raped by 6 men was mistaken for the girlfriend of a gangster in RJ
A 13-year-old girl in São João de Meriti was raped by six men who believed she was the girlfriend of a rival gang member, and the police are conducting an investigation into the incident.
João Gomes, Dorgival Dantas, and Maiara & Maraisa are the first confirmed attractions for the São João of Santo Antônio de Jesus
Santo Antônio de Jesus has announced the first confirmed musical acts for its upcoming São João festival in 2026.
Man dies after being hit by a vehicle on a highway in the interior of SP; driver fled the scene
A man was killed after being struck by a vehicle on a highway in São João da Boa Vista, Brazil, with the driver fleeing the scene before assistance could be rendered.
Woman stabbed to death by husband in the interior of SP; author committed suicide after the crime
A couple was found dead in their home in São João da Boa Vista, SP, with multiple knife wounds, in a case now classified as feminicide followed by suicide.
Driver in serious condition after crashing into truck, invading the opposite lane and hitting another car on BR-265
A 36-year-old driver was hospitalized in serious condition after a multi-vehicle accident on BR-265 involving a truck and another car.
Teresina Metro does not operate this Friday (6) for rail services
The Teresina metro will not operate on Friday due to rail interconnection services between the São João Station and AMV 01.
João Gomes and Falamansa confirm show in Juiz de Fora in April
The 'São João de Fora' festival will take place in Juiz de Fora on April 18, featuring João Gomes and forró group Falamansa as key attractions.
Lide, Doria, and ESPM Become Partners in New Business School
The Lide Group, led by former São Paulo Governor João Doria, is launching the ESPM Lide Corporate Academy this month, offering courses tailored for business leaders and rising executives in São Paulo.
Boa constrictor and frog caught sharing the same burrow in the Caatinga; watch the video
A video captured by environmentalist Breno Farias in São João do Cariri, Paraíba, shows a boa constrictor and a frog cohabiting in the same burrow, surprising viewers on social media.