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More than 3,000 prisoners from the Vale do Paraíba region are required to return to prison after a temporary release.

Over 3,000 inmates in the Vale do Paraíba region of Brazil are required to return to prison today after their first temporary leave of 2026.

The new season of the reality show 'Juego de Voces' premieres on March 22, featuring rival brothers and hosted by Angélica Vale.

Minister Paulo Teixeira of Brazil's Ministry of Agrarian Development and Family Agriculture focused on family agriculture and public policies for quilombola communities during his visit to Vale do Ribeira.

Two hunters were rescued after spending four days lost in the forest near Rio Cruzeiro do Vale in Acre, Brazil.

As Easter approaches, bakers in the Vale do Paraíba region of Brazil are innovating their offerings with uniquely flavored Easter eggs to attract customers and boost sales.

Minister Paulo Teixeira is on an agenda in the Vale do Ribeira, focusing on public policies for family farming and supporting quilombola communities.

The soap opera 'Três Graças' is experiencing a significant rise in viewership in Brazil, approaching audience ratings similar to the classic 'Vale Tudo'.

The Innovation Fair of Vale do Pinhão starts on Friday, October 20 and runs until Saturday, October 21, in Curitiba, Brazil, showcasing startups, companies, and creative projects in technology and innovation.

The state of Minas Gerais has fined mining company Vale S.A. R$ 88 million for fraud related to the safety information of the dam that collapsed in Brumadinho in 2019.

The Vale do Paraíba region will host a variety of cultural events this weekend, featuring shows by Kayblack, MC Ryan, and DJ Arana alongside theater performances and food festivals.

Santa Therezinha Maternity Hospital in Brazil has implemented visitor restrictions due to a rise in Covid-19 and influenza cases.

Ireland has called up former England youth captain Harvey Vale to represent the national team in the World Cup 2026 playoff against the Czech Republic.

A head-on crash involving a driver under the influence of cocaine led to the deaths of three individuals in Wales.

A 41-year-old man was arrested in Vale Real, Brazil, for the alleged sexual assault of a 65-year-old woman after they met online.

Indigenous groups in Pará ended a six-day blockade of the Carajás Railway, protesting against pollution caused by Vale, a mining company.

The STJ Minister Antonio Saldanha Palheiros voted against including former Vale CEO Fabio Schvartsman in the Brumadinho disaster lawsuit, leading to a suspension of the judgment pending further review.

The Brazilian Superior Court of Justice has delayed its decision on an appeal to reopen the Brumadinho dam disaster case against former Vale president Fábio Schvartsman for the third time.

The Vale do Paraíba region saw a significant drop in traffic accidents and deaths in February 2026 compared to the previous year, according to the Infosiga data platform.

The Carajás Railroad linking Pará to Maranhão was reopened after a five-day blockade by the Gavião indigenous people protesting environmental concerns related to railway expansion.

A bee swarm resulted in one death and the closure of a road connecting Jordânia to the Estrela district in Brazil's Vale do Jequitinhonha region.

A job fair providing 25,000 vacancies will take place on Tuesday, September 17, at Vale do Anhangabaú in downtown São Paulo, aiming to connect job seekers and employers.

Over 3,000 inmates in the Vale do Paraíba region will begin their first temporary leave of 2026, despite a law designed to restrict such releases.

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.

The Brazilian Superior Court of Justice is set to resume a trial that could potentially reinstate Fábio Schvartsman, the former president of Vale, as a defendant in the criminal case regarding the 2019 Brumadinho dam collapse.

The construction of the Fico railway project in Brazil is at risk of delay due to conflicts with indigenous communities, with 20% of the project currently stalled.

The Brazilian Revenue Agency anticipates receiving approximately 852,000 income tax declarations from the Vale do Paraíba region in 2026.

The last week of summer in the Vale do Paraíba region of Brazil is expected to be marked by sunny and hot weather, according to forecasts.

Passenger trains on the Carajás Railway between Maranhão and Pará will offer onboard internet starting in July, marking an upgrade in service as part of the railway's 40th anniversary celebrations.

Over 3,000 inmates from the Vale do Paraíba region are set to benefit from the first temporary leave of 2026, including notable figures such as Lindemberg Alves and Walter Delgatti.

Three men died and two were injured in a truck accident involving eucalyptus logs on LMG-601 in Mata Verde, Brazil.

Diesel prices have increased by up to R$ 0.40 in the Vale do Paraíba region, with concerns rising among motorists about fuel availability.

A group of indigenous people has blocked the Carajás Railway in Bom Jesus do Tocantins, Brazil, protesting against Vale over environmental concerns.

The weekend forecast for the Vale do Paraíba region predicts a return of sunny weather and rising temperatures after a period of rain and cloudiness.

A motorcycle shop was robbed in São José do Vale do Rio Preto, Brazil, with thieves stealing jewelry from the owner while leaving the motorcycles untouched.

Severe rainfall in the Vale do Ribeira region of São Paulo has led to flooding, displacement of residents, and infrastructure damage.

Porto Vale has announced a new promotional campaign offering up to 45% off the installment fees for various consortiums, running until April 30.

The dates, kick-off times, and TV channels for the FA Cup quarter-finals have been officially announced, featuring matchups including Manchester City versus Liverpool and Chelsea against Port Vale.

Various cultural events are scheduled this weekend in the Vale do Paraíba with performances by artists like Menos é Mais, Belo, Seu Jorge, and MC Tuto.

Houses in areas prone to flooding in the Vale do Taquari in Brazil are being demolished to prevent residents from returning to unsafe locations after the floods of 2024.

The Civil Defense of São Paulo state has issued a severe alert for intense rains in the Baixada Santista and Vale do Ribeira regions, forecasting up to 100 mm of rainfall, with Peruíbe and Cananéia already being affected.

Recent heavy rains have caused significant flooding in the Valley of Steel region of Brazil, particularly in the cities of Ipatinga and Santana do Paraíso.

The Regional Federal Court of the 6th Region has rejected habeas corpus applications from four engineers involved in the criminal prosecution following the 2019 Brumadinho dam collapse in Brazil.

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) in Brazil has issued a red alert for severe risks of flooding and landslides in the Vale do Paraíba region due to heavy rainfall forecasts.

The Federal Police of Brazil has launched an operation targeting a suspected illegal migration scheme sending Brazilians to the USA.

Facape is hosting a free lecture focusing on agribusiness management strategies, aimed at students and professionals in the field.

Brazilian railway companies have improved energy efficiency in 2025, saving over 23 million liters of diesel due to the adoption of new technologies and logistics processes.

Trainer Evan Williams has stopped being a licensed trainer following his conviction for assaulting a dog walker.

A cold front in Brazil is expected to continue bringing cloudy and unstable weather to the Vale do Paraíba region this week.

In 2025, outpatient care and hospitalizations for pancreatitis have notably increased in Vale do Paraíba, Brazil, with a jump of 41% and 14.5% respectively compared to the previous year.