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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

6 of the 10 ministers of the STF received funds above the ceiling; Moraes leads the list

Six of the ten ministers of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court have received payments exceeding the authorized ceiling while serving, despite making decisions against such supersalaries.

Mar 23 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

More power, less confidence: the dilemma of the STF

The article discusses the declining trust in Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) amid allegations involving some of its ministers and their families.

Mar 22 • 17:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

STF maintains conviction of retired judge from AM for raping his own granddaughter

The Brazilian Supreme Court upheld the conviction of retired judge Rafael de Araujo Romano for raping his granddaughter.

Mar 22 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro's plea negotiations put political class and STF under pressure in election year

Daniel Vorcaro's negotiations for a plea deal with law enforcement have heightened tensions in Brazil’s political landscape amid the election season.

Mar 22 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Who blocks the code in the STF strengthens the reputation of the worst court of all time

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court is facing criticism as public trust reaches an all-time low, amid calls for a code of conduct.

Mar 22 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Two judges suffer racist attacks during online event broadcast; STF and CNJ condemn offenses

Two judges in Brazil were subjected to racist remarks during an online event, prompting condemnation from the Supreme Court (STF) and the National Justice Council (CNJ).

Mar 21 • 20:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Accountant arrested by Moraes after leaking data of relatives of STF minister

An accountant has been in custody for over a week in Rio de Janeiro on suspicion of involvement in the leak of fiscal data belonging to relatives of STF minister Alexandre de Moraes.

Mar 21 • 19:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Connections with Vorcaro pressure Toffoli in the STF; understand the suspicions

Concerns about STF Minister Dias Toffoli's connections with Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, are increasing amidst a Federal Police investigation into financial crimes related to a resort linked to Toffoli's family.

Mar 21 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Should the impeachment process of STF ministers be more effective? YES

The article argues that while the impeachment of STF ministers should be effective, it must be understood as a rare and exceptional remedy, not a tool for punishing judicial disagreements.

Mar 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

STF is expected to grant house arrest to Bolsonaro

The Brazilian Supreme Court is likely to allow former President Jair Bolsonaro to serve his prison sentence at home due to health concerns following a severe illness.

Mar 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Should the impeachment process of Supreme Court ministers be more effective? NO

The article argues against the idea that the impeachment process for Supreme Court ministers in Brazil should be made more effective, highlighting the importance of judicial independence and institutional integrity.

Mar 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: Gilmar Mendes votes to maintain the imprisonment of Daniel Vorcaro; 2nd Panel of the STF reaches unanimous decision

Gilmar Mendes of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court voted to uphold the imprisonment of Daniel Vorcaro, contributing to a unanimous decision by the court's Second Panel.

Mar 20 • 21:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

J&F paid R$ 25.9 million to company that bought Toffoli's shares in resort, says newspaper

The J&F group reportedly paid R$ 25.9 million to a company that purchased shares from STF Minister Dias Toffoli's family in a resort in Paraná.

Mar 20 • 18:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trial on Sabesp begins at STF with Zanin's vote to maintain privatization

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) has begun a trial regarding the privatization of Sabesp, with Minister Cristiano Zanin voting to uphold the process.

Mar 20 • 14:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

STF decision denies CLT to masonry worker and allows pejotization; what could change in Justice?

A recent decision by Brazil's Supreme Court regarding pejotization has reignited discussions about workers' rights and employment contracts.

Mar 20 • 13:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PGR's partnership with PF in Vorcaro's plea will prevent 'leaks and lies,' say STF ministers

The signing of a confidentiality agreement between the owner of Banco Master, Daniel Vorcaro, the Federal Police, and the Attorney General’s Office aims to ensure truthful collaboration and prevent information leaks during his plea negotiations.

Mar 19 • 23:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Allies of Castro evaluate candidates for interim mandate after STF decision

Rio de Janeiro Governor Cláudio Castro is discussing potential successors amid rumors of his resignation following a Supreme Court ruling.

Mar 19 • 23:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pressure for house arrest for Bolsonaro mobilizes Tarcísio, Flávio, Michelle, deputies, and ministers of the STF

A push for house arrest for former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has garnered support from prominent political figures, raising questions about the future of his incarceration.

Mar 19 • 23:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amid negotiations with Vorcaro, STF may reconsider the possibility of PF closing plea deals on its own

The Brazilian Supreme Court is contemplating whether the Federal Police can independently finalize plea agreements without the approval of the Public Prosecutor's Office, sparked by the case of banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 19 • 22:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Defense of businesswoman friend of Lulinha tells STF that PF made an error in report that raises suspicion of bribery via travel agency

The defense of Roberta Luchsinger claims that a Police Federal report alleging suspicious payments connected to her and Lulinha contains errors.

Mar 19 • 22:06 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro's lawyers reinforce exclusivity in defending banker before the STF

Daniel Vorcaro's legal team has emphasized that his representation at the Supreme Federal Court is exclusively handled by two specific law firms.

Mar 19 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CPMI President Asks STF to Identify Who Used Phone Number That Exchanged Messages with Vorcaro

The President of the CPMI of INSS has requested the STF to identify the user of a phone number that exchanged messages with businessman Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 19 • 21:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CPMI of INSS: President says that STF line kept contact with Vorcaro and requests that the court inform who uses the number

The president of the CPMI of INSS, Senator Carlos Viana, has requested information from the Supreme Federal Court regarding a phone number linked to the court, which allegedly maintained contact with banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 19 • 21:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Under pressure from the Master case, Moraes is praised by Gilmar Mendes and Edson Fachin on the ninth anniversary at the STF

Supreme Court ministers praised Alexandre de Moraes for his nine years of service amid ongoing scrutiny related to the Master case.

Mar 19 • 18:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deputies request STF to grant humanitarian house arrest for Jair Bolsonaro

Brazilian federal deputy Gustavo Gayer has requested that ex-President Jair Bolsonaro be placed under house arrest for humanitarian reasons due to health issues, with support from 175 legislators.

Mar 19 • 14:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Rio on Thursday, March 19, 2026

A roundup of news from Rio, including drone sightings near U.S. officials' residences and various criminal cases under investigation.

Mar 19 • 10:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nunes creates transparency rules for parliamentary amendments in SP five months after STF determination; MP investigates delay

São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has implemented transparency rules for parliamentary amendments following a Supreme Court directive, with an investigation now opened into delays by city officials to comply.

Mar 19 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF: actions and reactions - The Subject #1683

This week, Supreme Minister Flávio Dino ended the compulsory retirement of judges as the highest penalty imposed on them.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Fux alters indirect election rules in RJ, impacting pre-candidates for temporary positions

Minister Luiz Fux of the STF annulled two rules established for indirect elections in Rio de Janeiro, affecting pre-candidates for a temporary mandate.

Mar 18 • 22:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CPMI of INSS: Federal Police says commission reinserted mobile phone data of Vorcaro collected at the request of the STF

The Federal Police reported that the CPMI of INSS reintroduced data from Daniel Vorcaro's mobile phone, which had been withdrawn as per a Supreme Court order.

Mar 18 • 22:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indirect election in RJ: STF overturns open vote and 24-hour deadline for candidates to leave their positions

Brazil's Supreme Court suspended open voting for indirect gubernatorial elections in Rio de Janeiro and removed a 24-hour notice period for candidates resigning from public office.

Mar 18 • 21:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Vorcaro does not want to involve STF in plea bargaining

Former banker Daniel Vorcaro does not intend to include Supreme Court justices in his potential plea bargain regarding the fraudulent management of Banco Master.

Mar 18 • 20:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Zema compares STF to a pedophile pope and says the court is 'up to no good'

Romeu Zema, Governor of Minas Gerais and presidential hopeful, criticized Brazil's Supreme Court, likening its actions to those of a pedophile pope.

Mar 18 • 19:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

STF, the name of your partner is OAB

The article discusses the dominance of certain types of lawyers in Brazil's legal system and their concerns over impending ethical regulations.

Mar 18 • 18:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Testimonies reporting harassment by a STJ minister arrive at the STF, which will decide on inquiries

Testimonies from women alleging harassment by STJ minister Marco Buzzi have been submitted to the STF, which will determine whether to initiate criminal inquiries against him.

Mar 18 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF determines that police redo physical test for candidate with dwarfism in contest

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has ruled that the physical fitness test for a candidate with dwarfism, previously excluded from the Civil Police of Minas Gerais selection, must be retaken with necessary adaptations.

Mar 18 • 14:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF Ministers Advocate House Arrest for Bolsonaro and Warn of Increased Court Discredit

Ministers of Brazil's Supreme Court advocate for house arrest for former President Jair Bolsonaro due to his health issues, fearing that worsening conditions could further damage the Court's reputation.

Mar 18 • 13:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

'Decide the time, I will be there, bodies will fall...' Encounter of the threatening Kundan

In a dramatic police encounter in Motihari, Bihar, notorious criminal Kundan Thakur was killed following a chilling audio threat he made to the police days earlier.

Mar 18 • 04:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

By unanimous decision, STF condemns two deputies and a former deputy of the PL for embezzlement of amendments

The Supreme Federal Court (STF) of Brazil has unanimously convicted two current deputies and one former deputy for embezzling public funds designated for health amendments.

Mar 18 • 00:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF decision on compulsory retirement may affect judge removed due to sexual abuse allegations

A Supreme Court ruling in Brazil terminating compulsory retirement as a major disciplinary sanction for judges may impact ongoing investigations, including that of judge Magid Nauef Láuar, who is suspended due to sexual abuse allegations.

Mar 17 • 22:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF convicts PL deputies for corruption accused of embezzlement of parliamentary amendments

The Brazilian Supreme Court's First Panel convicted two Liberal Party deputies and one former deputy for passive corruption related to the misappropriation of parliamentary amendments.

Mar 17 • 19:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

First Chamber of STF forms majority to convict 3 deputies of PL for embezzlement of amendments

The First Chamber of the STF in Brazil has convicted three deputies of embezzlement related to parliamentary amendment funds.

Mar 17 • 19:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

STF resumes trial of deputies accused of irregularities with parliamentary amendments

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has restarted the trial of federal deputies accused of misconduct related to parliamentary amendments, involving allegations from the Attorney General's Office.

Mar 17 • 16:26 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

STF Ministers See Fachin Isolated and Struggling to Overcome Internal Wear

At least half of the current ministers of the STF view President Edson Fachin as isolated and struggling to overcome internal erosion amidst a crisis in the court's credibility.

Mar 17 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tax reform affects 65% of STF precedents, points out survey

Approximately 65% of general repercussions in tax decisions made by Brazil's Supreme Federal Court may become inapplicable due to the consumption tax reform.

Mar 17 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bolsonaro's hospitalization leads to new articulation by STF ministers for home confinement

The hospitalization of former president Jair Bolsonaro has prompted discussions among STF ministers about permitting his transfer to home confinement.

Mar 17 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Dino's decision on punishment for judges raises doubts about reach and may concentrate power in the STF

Minister Flávio Dino's decision to block the compulsory retirement of judges could set a precedent affecting judicial discipline in Brazil.

Mar 17 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Minister Edson Fachin, president of the STF, makes a speech in defense of judicial self-restraint

The president of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court emphasized the importance of judicial self-restraint in his speech to law students.

Mar 17 • 00:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mendonça prohibits the INSS CPI from accessing confidential documents of Vorcaro

Brazil's Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça has blocked access to confidential documents related to Daniel Vorcaro, the owner of Banco Master, that were sent to the INSS parliamentary inquiry.

Mar 16 • 23:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

INSS Careca paid for Lulinha's trip to Portugal, defense admits to STF

Lulinha's defense has acknowledged that a lobbyist funded his trip to Portugal.

Mar 16 • 22:58 UTC

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