Divinópolis Square is named after Júlio Maria Pinto, a resident dedicated to preserving the space and the community
A square in the São Sebastião neighborhood of Divinópolis has been named after Júlio Maria Pinto in recognition of his dedication to the community and environmental preservation.
Covered grandstand of the Sebastião Camanducci Stadium receives 800 new seats
The Sebastião Camanducci Stadium in Brazil has received 800 new seats as part of a modernization initiative by the municipal Sports Department.
Earth tremor of magnitude 3.0 registered in São Sebastião do Paraíso, MG
Residents of São Sebastião do Paraíso reported feeling a tremor on Thursday afternoon, confirmed by Brazilian seismic networks as a 3.0 magnitude earthquake.
PRF seizes 30 imported cell phones without invoices inside a car in São Sebastião
Federal Highway Police in Brazil seized 30 iPhones without invoices from a car in São Sebastião, Alagoas, after the driver tried to evade a checkpoint.
Bishop of the Diocese of Coroatá is injured after car overturns and falls into a lake on MA-235
Bishop Dom Sebastião Bandeira Coelho was injured when the car he was in overturned and fell into a lake in Maranhão, Brazil, and is under observation in the hospital.
VIDEO: learn how the only Brazilian wine is made that is among the 115 best in the world
A Brazilian white wine from Fazenda Santa Maria in São Sebastião da Grama is the only Brazilian wine included in the 2026 World’s Best Sommeliers’ Selection.
Police arrest suspect in river collision that resulted in the death of his niece in Amazonas
A man suspected of causing a river accident that resulted in the death of his 5-year-old niece has been arrested in São Sebastião do Uatumã, Amazonas.
Police arrest suspect of kidnapping and attempted robbery against businessman in the interior of AM; accomplice remains at large
A man has been arrested in São Sebastião do Uatumã, Amazonas, suspected of kidnapping and attempted robbery against a businessman, with another accomplice still on the run.
Businessman from RN found dead in abandoned truck in MT
Sebastião Pereira da Cunha Neto, a 31-year-old businessman from Rio Grande do Norte, was discovered dead in an abandoned vehicle in Mato Grosso, prompting an investigation into his murder.
Man who got lost in the woods while hunting with his father is found after 3 days: 'He fed on fruits'
A 28-year-old man, Francisco Sebastião Ferreira de Lima, was found after being lost in the woods for three days in the state of Acre, Brazil.
Santa Casa is condemned after man is buried as a homeless person in São Sebastião do Paraíso, MG
The Santa Casa hospital in São Sebastião do Paraíso, Brazil, has been ordered to pay R$ 10,000 to the daughter of a man who was buried as indigent during the COVID-19 pandemic after he died in the hospital without family visits.
Woman who died after falling from moving bus in SP Coast left two children: 'a strong will to live'
A 26-year-old woman died after falling from a moving bus in São Sebastião, Brazil, leaving behind two young children.
Family of woman who fell from moving bus window in North Coast of SP demands assistance after death
The family of Renata Yassu Nakama, who died after falling from a moving bus in São Sebastião, is demanding assistance from the city government and transportation company.
Passenger who fell after bus window came loose on the coast of SP died from cranioencephalic trauma, says certificate
Renata Yassu Nakama, a 26-year-old passenger, tragically died from cranioencephalic trauma after falling from a moving bus due to a loose window in São Sebastião, São Paulo.
Mother of woman who died after bus window detached says grandchildren feel 'pain in their chest from longing'
The mother of a 26-year-old woman, Renata Yassu Nakama, who died after falling from a public bus due to a detached window, shares that her grandchildren miss their mother deeply.
26-year-old young woman fell from window that detached from bus in 2 seconds; watch video
A 26-year-old woman named Renata Yassu Nakama fell from a moving bus in São Sebastião, Brazil, when a window detached, and the incident was recorded on video.
VIDEO shows moment when passenger falls from moving bus on the coast of SP; young woman died
A 26-year-old passenger, Renata Yassu Nakama, tragically fell from a moving bus in São Sebastião, Brazil, and died three days later from her injuries.
Woman reacts to domestic violence and stabs partner in the DF, says Civil Police
A woman in São Sebastião stabbed her partner after suffering domestic violence, with the police stating that she was acting in self-defense.
North and South Bypass Tunnels will have night closures for maintenance in North Coast of SP
The North and South Bypass Tunnels of the Tamoios Highway in the North Coast of São Paulo will undergo night closures this week for maintenance work.
Man arrested suspected of involvement in the murder of a teacher in São Sebastião
A 21-year-old man was arrested in São Sebastião, Brazil, on suspicion of participating in the murder of teacher Jucimar Barreto.
Man arrested in flagrante with content about child sexual abuse in MG
A man was arrested in São Sebastião do Oeste, Minas Gerais, for possession of child sexual abuse material during a Police Federal operation.
Cattle rescued from ship that caught fire in São Sebastião receives care and is doing well, says farm director
Cattle rescued from a burning ship at São Sebastião port are receiving care at Estância Monte Alegre and reportedly doing well.
Ship that caught fire at the port of São Sebastião was carrying cattle from Barretos to Turkey
A ship carrying cattle from Barretos, Brazil, to Turkey caught fire at the Port of São Sebastião, resulting in the death of three animals and prompting an investigation into the incident.
Ship that caught fire in São Sebastião did not have structural damage, says firefighters' report
A report from the firefighters indicates that a livestock-carrying ship that caught fire in São Sebastião, Brazil, did not suffer structural damage.
Singers from Garantido and Caprichoso celebrate International Women's Day at Largo de São Sebastião in Manaus
In a special event honoring International Women's Day, major female voices from the Amazon culture meet at Largo de São Sebastião in Manaus.
Man kills woman after discussion about drug debt in São Sebastião do Paraíso, MG
A 48-year-old woman was killed in São Sebastião do Paraíso, Brazil, after a violent confrontation over a drug debt.
Body of man missing for 6 days found in soybean plantation in MG
The body of Onofre Sebastião Messias, who was reported missing, was discovered in a soybean field in Minas Gerais, showing signs of trauma and advanced decomposition.
Video shows destruction inside ship carrying cattle that caught fire in São Sebastião
A video reveals the damage caused inside a ship carrying cattle that caught fire in the Port of São Sebastião, Brazil.
Firefighters perform extinguishing operations on ship hit by fire that burned 30 tons of hay in São Sebastião
Firefighters in São Sebastião, Brazil, are conducting extinguishing operations on a ship that caught fire, consuming 30 tons of hay stored for cattle feed.
Fire on cattle cargo ship in São Sebastião: crew members released after inhaling smoke
Five crew members from a cattle cargo ship in São Sebastião, Brazil, have been released from medical care after suffering smoke inhalation during a fire on board.
Five crew members and one firefighter are rescued after a fire hits a ship in São Sebastião, SP
A fire on the North Star 1 ship in São Sebastião led to the rescue of five crew members and one firefighter, but thankfully, there were no injuries reported.
Man attempts to stab partner in front of children in DF
A man attempted to fatally stab his 29-year-old partner in front of their children in São Sebastião, Distrito Federal, Brazil.
Sabesp fined for contamination in the river of São Sebastião, on the coast of SP
The São Sebastião city hall imposed a R$100,000 fine on Sabesp for environmental violations leading to contamination of the Maresias river.
After 30 years, agreement ends historic land conflict recorded by Sebastião Salgado in Paraná
A historic land conflict in Paraná, Brazil, has been resolved after 30 years through an agreement beneficial to over three thousand farming families.
São Sebastião City Hall fines Sabesp R$ 100 thousand for river contamination and fish deaths
São Sebastião's city government imposed a R$ 100,000 fine on Sabesp due to river contamination that caused the death of numerous fish.
The show 'Sebastião' has a free session at Teatro Amazonas to celebrate 50 years of Funarte
The 'Sebastião' show is set to have a free session at Teatro Amazonas in Manaus, marking the 50th anniversary of Funarte.
Civil Police investigates the forgery of 16 medical certificates in São Sebastião do Paraíso, MG
The Civil Police of Minas Gerais is investigating the forgery of 16 medical certificates linked to a municipal employee in São Sebastião do Paraíso.
City Hall in Bahia opens selection process with more than 580 vacancies
The municipal government of São Sebastião do Passé, in the Metropolitan Region of Salvador, has opened a simplified selection process offering 586 vacancies for various positions.
Clandestine miners consuming up to R$ 5 million in electricity are deactivated in the DF
Three clandestine cryptocurrency mining operations have been shut down in São Sebastião, Brazil, for illegally diverting electricity, resulting in significant financial implications.
Caixa releases Calamity Withdrawal of FGTS for residents of Cantagalo and São Sebastião do Alto
Caixa Econômica Federal has announced the release of the Calamity Withdrawal from the FGTS for residents affected by recent flooding in Cantagalo and São Sebastião do Alto, Brazil.
VIDEO: nest with 86 turtles found after residents discover a hatchling on the beach of the North Coast of SP
A nest containing 86 Brazilian green turtle hatchlings was discovered at Paúba Beach in São Sebastião, São Paulo, prompting environmental teams to secure the area for their safety during hatching.
VIDEO: Car camera captures head-on crash that killed driver in accident in MG
A head-on collision on the MGC-491 in São Sebastião do Paraíso, Brazil, resulted in the death of a 57-year-old driver, Denilson José de Almeida, as captured by a camera inside one of the vehicles involved.
Sebastião Salgado's Relationship with Paris Unveiled in Exhibition in the French Capital
A new exhibition in Paris pays tribute to the renowned Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado, showcasing his life's work and connection to the city.
Regularization of Vila Sahy advances three years after tragedy in São Sebastião; see works and investments
Three years post the devastating landslides in São Sebastião, Vila Sahy undergoes a significant land regularization process.
Woman stabbed to death by ex in MG moved cities but continued to be pursued
A 47-year-old woman was stabbed to death in São Sebastião do Paraíso, Brazil, despite relocating to escape her abusive ex-husband.
Archdiocese of Rio contests use of family symbols after parade of Acadêmicos de Niterói
The Archdiocese of São Sebastião of Rio de Janeiro has challenged the use of Christian and family symbols in cultural expressions deemed offensive, in response to a recent samba parade.
Driver dies trapped in wreckage after truck overturns in Southern Piauí
A driver lost his life after his truck overturned on a federal highway in Riacho da Porta, Southern Piauí, Brazil, leading to emergency response efforts at the scene.
Barge crossing queue between Ilhabela and São Sebastião registers 1h30 of waiting
The ferry crossing between Ilhabela and São Sebastião is experiencing a 1 hour and 30 minutes wait as tourists return from the Carnival holiday.
Carnamar gathers revelers in a themed carnival parade at sea in São Sebastião; see PHOTOS
Carnamar, a sea event in São Sebastião, Brazil, features decorated boats and costumed revelers celebrating carnival in a maritime parade.
Firefighters enter the 5th day of search for teenager who disappeared at beach in São Sebastião
Firefighters in São Sebastião, Brazil, are continuing their search for a 15-year-old boy who went missing while swimming at Juquehy beach, having disappeared on Monday during a game with friends.