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Residents of Aguiar, Brazil, defend the BINGO radiotelescope project against US claims of it being a Chinese military base, arguing it represents technological recognition and opportunities for the community.

A tragic accident in Alagoas resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to an elderly couple.

The Regional Nursing Council of Paraíba has banned the Emergency Mobile Care (SAMU) service in Santa Terezinha due to serious health and safety violations.

The photographic exhibition 'Fabulations of the Ribereño Sertanejo Being' by artist Fernando Pereira opened in Petrolina, showcasing thirty photographs that explore the daily life and imagination of riverine cultures along with surreal interpretations of the sertão landscape.

The Paraíba Civil Police arrested eight individuals during an operation aimed at dismantling a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking and murders.

A 15-year-old girl drowned in a reservoir in Afrânio's rural zone, marking a disturbing trend of increasing drownings in Pernambuco's Sertão region.

A bettor from Sousa, Paraíba won over R$ 10 million in the Quina lottery by matching all five drawn numbers.

An 11-year-old boy and his grandmother were injured in a house fire in Conceição, Paraíba, when the boy accidentally set fire to some papers while the grandmother was asleep.

A woman died and over 100 others required medical assistance after experiencing food poisoning symptoms following a meal at a pizzeria in Pombal, Brazil.

The city of Salgueiro in Pernambuco is set to host the 'Sertão no Meu Gibão' Festival from March 18 to 20, celebrating local culture with free performances and workshops.

A man and a child died after a truck collided with an ox cart in Betânia, Pernambuco.

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a yellow alert for potential heavy rains in Caruaru and 54 other municipalities in the Agreste and Sertão regions of Pernambuco.

A woman died from suspected food poisoning in Pombal, Brazil, after consuming pizza, as authorities respond to an outbreak affecting dozens.

The 'Dialoguing Knowledge' seminar in Petrolina will focus on discussing and promoting the popular cultures of the São Francisco Sertão region.

Over 80 individuals sought medical attention for food poisoning symptoms after dining at a pizzeria in Pombal, Paraíba, which has since been closed.

The Federal Highway Police (PRF) conducted the 'Sentinela' operation in the Sertão of Pernambuco, seizing illegal wood and rescuing numerous birds over a span of several weeks.

Wagner Moura's diverse journey from his childhood in the Bahia hinterlands to becoming an Oscar-nominated actor illustrates his versatility and rich life experiences.

A video capturing the re-emergence of the Boa Vista creek in the rural community of Peixe, Piauí, has gone viral, celebrating the joy of local residents after an eight-month dry spell.

A 72-year-old man in Tavares, Brazil, has been arrested for allegedly killing his 11-year-old dog named Leão with an iron bar following threats made against neighbors who witnessed the incident.

Police in Alagoas seized 1.225 kg of crack cocaine in a neighborhood in Santana do Ipanema, aided by a sniffer dog, while suspects managed to escape.

A road collision in Cachoeira dos Índios, Paraíba, resulted in the death of a 61-year-old truck driver and injuries to another driver.

The coordinator of a Brazil-China radioastronomy laboratory refuted claims that it serves as a military base following mentions in a US congressional report.

A 25-year-old man was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl in Bernardino Batista, Paraíba, Brazil.

Significant rainfall in Cajazeiras, Brazil, surpasses February's forecast by nearly 230%, leading to rising water levels in local reservoirs.

A man has been arrested in Triunfo, Paraíba, for allegedly attempting to kill his brother with a sickle.

IF Sertão PE is launching a language club that will provide conversational practice in English, Spanish, and French for students and community members.

A son was caught on security cameras attacking his 91-year-old father in Santa Cruz, Paraíba, prompting police involvement.

Heavy rainfall in Salgueiro, Pernambuco, has led to significant flooding and the suspension of classes due to logistical challenges.

A joint China-Brazil laboratory for radio astronomy in Paraíba's Sertão has been cited in a US congressional report regarding potential Chinese espionage tools in Latin America.

A pharmacy in Sousa, Paraíba, has been closed for failing to properly manage the sale of antibiotics and psychotropic medications.

A woman named Maria de Lurdes Marques was found shot dead in her home in Conceição, Paraíba, after being missing for two days, with her boyfriend suspected of the crime.

A man has been arrested in Cacimbas, Paraíba, for allegedly raping his 15-year-old sister-in-law.

Heavy rains in Teixeira, Paraíba, have led to landslides and fallen trees, affecting local residents and disrupting traffic.

The Barragem da Farinha in Patos, Paraíba, saw its water volume increase from 2% to over 57% after intense rainfall over the weekend.

Open enrollment has begun for a free training program that integrates audiovisual skills with entrepreneurship in Brazil's Sertão region.

A woman was kidnapped in Maravilha, Alagoas, Brazil, while holding her child, and her body was later discovered in a neighboring city amid drug trafficking motives.

Firefighters in Alagoas confirmed the death of a woman and reported her husband missing following severe flooding in the Sertão region after heavy rains over the past 48 hours.

Heavy rains have caused significant destruction in the towns of Piranhas and Delmiro Gouveia in Alagoas, Brazil, but no injuries or displacements have been reported so far.

Twenty bets from the Agreste and Sertão regions of Pernambuco won with four correct numbers in the Mega-Sena lottery draw 2,977 in Brazil.

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Princesa Isabel, Paraíba, for allegedly breaking into a house and attempting to rape a 29-year-old woman.

Heavy rains in the Sertão region of Pernambuco, Brazil, have led to significant flooding in the towns of Petrolina and Dormentes, affecting local residents and urban infrastructure.

Heavy rains in Pernambuco have caused flooding and significant disruptions in several municipalities, particularly in Agreste and Sertão regions.

The Pernambuco Water and Climate Agency (Apac) forecasted moderate to heavy rain in the Sertão region of Pernambuco, primarily affecting Petrolina.

Cajazeiras, Brazil, experienced significant rainfall of 113 millimeters within the last 24 hours, impacting the region's water levels.

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued two rainfall alerts for 172 cities in Paraíba, Brazil, due to expected heavy rain.

The Civil Police of Pernambuco launched 'Operation Resilience' to combat drug trafficking and organized crime in the Sertão region.

A traffic accident in Brejo do Cruz, Paraíba, resulted in the death of a 56-year-old man and left a 77-year-old truck driver with minor injuries.

A 47-year-old man was arrested in Manaíra, Paraíba, for allegedly assaulting his wife with a chair after a history of verbal aggression during a domestic dispute.

A 22-year-old man was shot dead in Patos, Brazil, leaving an elderly woman injured during the incident.

The Brazilian Federal Highway Police seized a large shipment of 50,000 packs of illegal Paraguayan cigarettes during a routine inspection on BR-232.