A new political-financial scandal threatens to destabilize Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, according to French newspaper Le Monde. The case, which emerged in recent hours, involves high-ranking officials and could have serious implications for the country's judicial system. Here are the details.
A new dispute between Brazil and Brussels threatens to reignite trade tensions within the Mercosur-EU agreement. While the Brazilian government defends its industrial policy, the European Union demands stronger environmental commitments. The conflict could delay the pact's ratification and impact regional exports.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Friday demanded an impartial investigation into corruption suspicions involving a Supreme Court justice. The move aims to safeguard transparency and credibility of the judicial system amid heightened political tension in the country.
A hacker group called S3roqu3l claims to have breached the Civil Police of Pará, Brazil, accessing 2.5 terabytes of sensitive data. The attack, not yet officially confirmed, reportedly includes emails, LDAP credentials, and active session tokens, posing a serious threat to public security.
A cyberattack against Brazil's Federal Senate has been claimed by an actor known as 'Azael~' on social media platform X. The incident, not yet officially confirmed, may be a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. Brazilian authorities have not issued any statements so far.
A cybercriminal known as 0wnzs3c_ claims to have accessed and leaked the database of the State Secretariat of Administration (SED) of Santa Catarina, Brazil. The incident, reported on clandestine forums, has not yet been confirmed by authorities but raises alarms about the security of public data in the region.
One month before Brazil's presidential elections, polls show a tight race between Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, with Augusto Cury rising as a third candidate. The economy, corruption scandals, and relations with Argentina dominate the agenda.
On August 31, 2026, the European Commission announced a suspension of beef, poultry, eggs, and honey imports from Brazil, effective September 3, 2026, due to non-compliance with antimicrobial use regulations. This move shakes regional trade and opens a potential window for Uruguay, a key Mercosur partner, while raising questions about the bloc's future.
Amid the worst diplomatic crisis between Argentina and Brazil in decades, a delegation of ten opposition lawmakers travels this Wednesday to Brasilia to open a parliamentary dialogue channel and support the strategic bilateral relationship. The mission, led by Nicolás Massot, seeks to persuade Lula da Silva's government to reconsider its decision to withdraw its ambassador from Buenos Aires.
An intelligence warning, still unconfirmed, has raised alarms in Brazil over a possible misuse of police and financial systems for doxxing and targeted operations against high-profile political figures. The report, known as CTI ALERT, describes unauthorized access, financial data exposure, and abuse of law enforcement tools, but authorities have not yet commented.
With Brazil's first-round presidential vote set for October 4, 2026, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva holds a 5-6 point lead over Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, son of jailed ex-president Jair Bolsonaro. But the final stretch is rocked by police investigations into both camps, a suspended PT ad, and a divided Supreme Court—while voters weigh security, living costs, and a fragile economic recovery.
With Brazil’s presidential election just over a month away, the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) ordered the removal of a Workers' Party (PT) ad that linked opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro to criminal organizations. The ruling, issued on August 31, intensifies a campaign already marked by cross-accusations and a tight race that could be decided by a narrow margin.
Weeks before Brazil's presidential elections, The Guardian reveals accusations of interference by the Trump administration, with tariffs, terrorist designations, and secret meetings. A historical parallel with Kennedy's 1962 intervention raises alarms. How far does the pressure go?
In a move that shakes international trade, the European Union announced on Monday, August 31, 2026, the suspension of all Brazilian beef imports starting Thursday. The decision, driven by health and environmental concerns, has major implications for global markets and bilateral relations.
With Brazil's presidential election just over a month away, the Superior Electoral Court has suspended a Workers' Party ad targeting candidate Flávio Bolsonaro. The judge ruled the video 'goes beyond the limits of admissible political criticism' and could mislead voters, shaking up the final stretch of the campaign.
A delegation of Argentine opposition lawmakers will travel to Brasilia on Wednesday to try to resolve the worst diplomatic crisis with Brazil since the restoration of democracy. Led by Nicolás Massot, the initiative seeks to repair the damage caused by President Javier Milei's insults toward Lula da Silva.
The first Datafolha poll since the official start of Brazil's presidential campaign shows Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva with 39% and Flavio Bolsonaro with 33% in the first round. In a potential runoff, the gap narrows to just 4 points, raising alarms in Lula's camp as a corruption probe involving his son weighs on the race.
Argentine President Javier Milei stunned the nation by claiming that an alleged anti-Argentina campaign during the 2026 World Cup was a coordinated plot by Brazil, Mexico, the U.S. Democratic Party and Spain's Socialist Party. He called it 'a first electoral rehearsal' for the 2027 elections. The statement, made on Radio Mitre, was published by the official response office on Twitter.
For years, Amanda Maria Souza de Oliveira fooled families, churches, and shelters into believing she was a vulnerable abused child. The 37-year-old Brazilian woman was finally convicted this week for fraud and false identity—after a scam that included pacifiers, baby bottles, and a fake leukemia story.
A 37-year-old woman from Brazil spent 14 months pretending to be a 12-year-old girl to trick a family into taking care of her. Amanda Maria Souza de Oliveira used a pacifier, baby bottle, and even a fake story of autism and abuse to earn their trust. She was caught when her 'adoptive aunt' recognized her in a news report.
With less than two months until the October 4 elections, President Lula da Silva holds a 7-point lead over Flávio Bolsonaro, according to the latest Quaest poll. Campaign launches over the weekend set the tone for what promises to be a tight race, with Milei's presence at the opposition rally and the environmental agenda as a backdrop.
A 33-year-old woman was brutally murdered in a São Paulo supermarket on Sunday, August 16, 2026, when her ex-partner attacked her from behind while she waited in line. The ten-year abusive relationship ended in tragedy, sparking renewed calls for stronger protections against gender-based violence in Brazil.
Angelita Manoela Rodrigues was stabbed to death by her ex-partner Lafayete Gonzaga da Silva in a supermarket in São Paulo, Brazil, on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The attacker was arrested at the scene. The case exposes a long-standing gender-based violence relationship. This brutal attack has shocked the local community and reignited discussions on femicide in Brazil.
On August 16, 2026, President Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro officially kicked off their campaigns in Brazil, facing judicial investigations and a tight race. With polls showing a technical tie, the first round is set for October 4. Here's what you need to know.
President Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro launched their campaigns this Sunday for the October 4 elections. With polls showing a technical tie (43% vs 40%), the race is already mired in controversy: investigations into influence peddling and the financing of a film about the imprisoned former president.
