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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

School suspends classes and pays tribute to 7-year-old girl who died after accident in PI: 'beloved student'

A private school in Brazil suspended classes in honor of 7-year-old Marina Ferreira Rocha, who passed away following an accident.

Feb 22 • 22:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula says that the tribute from the Niterói Academics, relegated in Carnival, was extraordinary

President Lula praised the tribute he received from the Niterói Academics at this year's Carnival as extraordinary, despite the school's relegation.

Feb 22 • 09:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula dug an unnecessary burden

A samba school in Niterói did not get relegated due to its tribute to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, despite receiving the lowest scores at Rio de Janeiro's Carnival.

Feb 19 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula is irritated with friendly fire against samba school tribute

President Lula expressed irritation over the negative media response regarding the tribute to him from the Acadêmicos de Niterói samba school in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 19 • 14:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily Summary of JN: Viradouro is the Carnival Champion of Rio with a Tribute to the Battery Master; UEFA Opens Investigation into Racism Case Against Vinicius Jr.

The Viradouro Samba School won the Rio Carnival championship with a tribute to its battery master, while UEFA is investigating a case of racism against Brazilian footballer Vinicius Jr.

Feb 19 • 00:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Viradouro is the champion of the Special Group of Rio with a tribute to Ciça, the school's master of battery

Viradouro won the Rio carnival and secured its fourth title with a tribute to Ciça, the school's beloved master of the battery.

Feb 18 • 23:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Go for it, Ciça': see photos from Viradouro's championship parade in tribute to the master

The Viradouro samba school's parade, which earned them the title for Carnival 2026, was a heartfelt tribute to Mestre Ciça, showcasing numerous emotional moments.

Feb 18 • 21:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Vander Pires is moved after title with storyline about Ciça: 'We were all honored'

Vander Pires, the singer of the Viradouro samba school, expressed his deep emotions after the school won the title with a tribute theme to Mestre Ciça.

Feb 18 • 20:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PT has already taken action to prevent tribute to PSDB presidential candidates at Carnival

The Brazilian Workers' Party (PT) is taking legal action to block a samba school from honoring PSDB presidential candidates in the upcoming Carnival celebrations.

Feb 17 • 21:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula's Dangerous Game in Mocking the Conservative Family

The article discusses the political implications of a samba school's tribute to Lula during the 2026 elections, particularly in relation to conservative evangelical sentiments.

Feb 17 • 17:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rita Lee's Irreverent Spirit Revives Mocidade Independente

The Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel samba school pays tribute to Rita Lee at the Rio Carnival 2026.

Feb 17 • 13:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bolsonaro's brother files lawsuit against parade that honored Lula and criticizes 'mocking treatment' of the ex-president

Renato Bolsonaro has filed lawsuits questioning the samba school's tribute to Lula during a parade, alleging misconduct and premature electoral propaganda.

Feb 17 • 13:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Architect of Carnival': the role of Heitor dos Prazeres, plot of Vila, in the history of the revelry

The Unidos de Vila Isabel samba school pays tribute to Heitor dos Prazeres, a key figure in the evolution of modern Brazilian carnival, highlighting his influence as an artist and cultural icon.

Feb 17 • 09:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Academics of Niterói, who honored Lula, say they are persecuted and demand fair investigation

The samba school Acadêmicos de Niterói claims to have faced political persecution due to its tribute to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during the carnival preparations.

Feb 16 • 22:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PT says there is 'no legal basis' for opposition criticisms about parade in honor of Lula

The Workers' Party (PT) in Brazil has refuted opposition claims regarding the legality of a samba school's tribute to President Lula at the Rio Carnival, asserting there are no grounds for electoral ineligibility discussions.

Feb 16 • 21:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Temer cites samba school that portrayed him as a vampire, talks about flattery at Sapucaí and jabs Lula

Former President Michel Temer reacted to his portrayal at a samba parade, expressing nostalgia for a different school of samba and criticizing the tribute to Lula.

Feb 16 • 16:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Globo loses audience with samba school parade that paid tribute to Lula

Globo's broadcast of the samba school parade honoring President Lula saw a significant drop in audience ratings in São Paulo.

Feb 16 • 03:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Acadêmicos de Niterói opens Rio's Carnival with homage to Lula

The samba school Acadêmicos de Niterói opened Rio de Janeiro's Special Group Carnival parades with a tribute to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, raising concerns over potential political propaganda ahead of the 2026 elections.

Feb 16 • 01:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From 'Escrevivência' to Sapucaí: the trajectory of Conceição Evaristo, theme of Império Serrano

The Império Serrano samba school pays tribute to the important Brazilian contemporary writer Conceição Evaristo at this year's carnival, highlighting her contributions to literature and social issues.

Feb 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tatuapé Academics puts heart on the avenue and honors family that donated organs of fan who died in accident

The Tatuapé Academics paid tribute to a fan who died in a car accident by honoring his family, who donated his organs, during their parade.

Feb 14 • 06:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Mark Carney joins hands with Canada opposition leader as he pays tribute to school shooting victims

Mark Carney, the Canadian prime minister, expressed solidarity with the Tumbler Ridge community during a vigil for victims of a tragic school shooting that claimed multiple lives.

Feb 14 • 04:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: RJ1 on Friday, February 13, 2026

The news covers a range of topics from Rio de Janeiro, including a continuing investigation at the Supreme Court, weather forecasts for Carnival, penalties for a samba school, an accident in Minas Gerais, and a tribute by a former queen to inspire women.

Feb 13 • 16:12 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Tumbler Ridge shooting victim, 12, ‘loved being at school’ before he was ‘murdered in cold blood,’ father says

A grieving father mourns the tragic loss of his 12-year-old son, killed in a mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, expressing his son’s passion for education in a heartfelt tribute.

Feb 11 • 19:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'The law is clear: only can't ask for votes,' says reader about tribute to Lula by samba school

Readers express their opinions regarding a samba school tributing President Lula, discussing legality and fairness.

Feb 11 • 00:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Raí, Chico Pinheiro, and Minister to Parade in Tribute to the MST

The samba school Acadêmicos do Tatuapé will host a parade paying tribute to Brazil's Landless Workers' Movement (MST), featuring public figures like Raí, Chico Pinheiro, and Minister Márcia Lopes.

Feb 10 • 20:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCU Minister Rejects Suspension of Embratur's Funding to Samba School Honoring Lula

Minister Aroldo Cedraz of the Federal Court of Accounts (TCU) rejected a request to suspend the transfer of R$ 1 million from the Brazilian Agency for International Tourism Promotion (Embratur) to the samba school Acadêmicos de Niterói, which will pay tribute to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in its theme.

Feb 6 • 17:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘Declaration of love in the form of a parade’, predicts Viradouro's carnival designer about the tribute to Mestre Ciça

The Unidos do Viradouro samba school is preparing for Carnival 2026 with a tribute to Mestre Ciça, celebrating his legacy through a unique and heartfelt parade concept.

Feb 6 • 08:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Tribute or Propaganda? A Parade About Lula da Silva for Carnival Sparks Controversy in Brazil

A samba school in Rio de Janeiro dedicated its Carnival parade to President Lula da Silva, igniting debate over whether it is a tribute or political propaganda.

Feb 4 • 21:31 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Lula tribute at Rio Carnival stirs political controversy ahead of elections

A samba school honoring Brazilian President Inacio Lula da Silva at the Rio Carnival has ignited controversy as critics claim it resembles a campaign event ahead of national elections.

Feb 3 • 22:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

School heartbroken as 'super hero' young teacher dies at just 25

Ioan Evans, a beloved primary school teacher and footballer, has died unexpectedly at the age of 25, prompting heartfelt tributes from colleagues and the sporting community.

Feb 3 • 16:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula is to go to Sapucaí to watch a samba school's tribute during Carnival

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plans to attend the Carnival celebrations in Rio de Janeiro, where a samba school will pay tribute to him, along with visits to Salvador and Recife.

Feb 3 • 15:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

TCU technicians recommend vetoing the allocation of R$ 1 million to the samba school that will honor Lula

TCU technicians have advised against allocating R$ 1 million in federal funds to the samba school Acadêmicos de Niterói, which plans to pay tribute to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Rio Carnival, pending approval from the rapporteur.

Feb 2 • 16:57 UTC

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