João Silva

The problem of chronic tax debtors in Brazil

Brazil grapples with inequalities worsened by chronic tax evaders who amass billions in fiscal debts without effective punishments. A Senate bill aims to define and restrict these debtors, barring them from benefits and public bids. The proposal underscores the need to treat fiscal crimes more rigorously than other property offenses.

35th edition of Folha Top of Mind celebrates Brazil's most remembered brands

October 28, 2025 João Silva

The 35th edition of the Folha Top of Mind awards, held on October 28, 2025, at Tokio Marine Hall in São Paulo, gathered about 1,500 marketing professionals and honored the most remembered brands by Brazilians in 83 categories, according to a Datafolha survey of 7,543 respondents. Hosted by Dani Calabresa and Rafa Chalub, the ceremony opened with the Top of Top category, won by Nike and Omo, and featured brand activations like mascots and electric vehicles. The event highlighted brand memory in a year marked by COP30 and sustainability.

Fluminense beats Ceará and enters Brasileirão top six

October 29, 2025 João Silva

Fluminense defeated Ceará 1-0 in a delayed 12th-round match of the Campeonato Brasileiro at the Maracanã on Wednesday (October 29). Renê scored the only goal from a free kick, allowing the Rio team to overtake Botafogo and take sixth place with 47 points. Coach Luis Zubeldía praised the team's solidity but noted the need to improve finishing.

Mother of Isabella Nardoni demands expulsion from A Fazenda 17

Ana Carolina Oliveira, mother of Isabella Nardoni, expressed outrage over a video from A Fazenda 17 in which contestant Carol Lekker jokingly recounts threatening her four-year-old stepson. The São Paulo councilwoman demanded the immediate expulsion of the reality TV participant from Record's show. She emphasized the seriousness of normalizing violence against children on a highly visible program.

Ana Castela and Gustavo Mioto react to possible re-recording of Princesa

Ana Castela and Gustavo Mioto reacted on Tuesday (October 28) to news of a possible re-recording of the song Princesa, a hit released during their romance. The track will serve as a theme for a new Globo soap opera starring Mioto. While the singer clarified details on social media, the singer supported the project.

President of DF aquatic federation resigns after unpaid hotel bill

October 28, 2025 João Silva

Victor Gonçalves, president of the Distrito Federal Aquatic Sports Federation (FDA-DF), resigned on October 27, 2024, citing health reasons, after the entity was sued by a São Paulo hotel for a R$21,000 debt. The unpaid amount covers lodging and meals for 31 people at the Troféu Chico Piscina event in October. Parents of athletes reported payment irregularities and filed a police report.

Federal government authorizes transfer of ten Rio inmates to federal prisons

October 28, 2025 João Silva

Rio de Janeiro's governor, Cláudio Castro, requested the transfer of ten Comando Vermelho leaders to maximum-security federal prisons, a plea approved by the federal government on Tuesday, October 28. The move coincides with a major police operation in the state capital that led to at least 64 deaths. A federal delegation is set to arrive in Rio on Wednesday, 29, to address the public security crisis.

Rio police operation leaves 64 dead and sparks political clash

October 28, 2025 João Silva

A police operation against the Comando Vermelho in Rio de Janeiro's Alemão and Penha complexes resulted in 64 deaths on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, including four officers. The raid triggered criminal reprisals with barricades and drone-launched bombs, alongside a heated dispute between federal and state governments over security support. Left- and right-wing politicians seized the event to push proposals and blame each other ahead of the 2026 elections.

Police operation in Rio leaves over 120 dead in clash with faction

October 29, 2025 João Silva

A massive police operation against the Comando Vermelho in Rio de Janeiro's Alemão and Penha complexes resulted in at least 121 deaths on Tuesday (28), making it the deadliest in state history. Governor Cláudio Castro defended the action as a success despite the loss of four police officers, while President Lula called for coordinated efforts against organized crime. Federal and state authorities announced the creation of an emergency office to combat factions.

Zé Felipe modifies tattoo honoring Virginia

October 29, 2025 João Silva

Singer Zé Felipe altered a neck tattoo honoring his ex-wife, Virginia Fonseca, changing the initials 'Vi' to 'Vida'. The modification followed Virginia's public relationship with player Vini Jr. and was revealed on social media alongside his current girlfriend, Ana Castela. Fans speculated on the influence of her new romance.