Samba Schools
The Acadêmicos de Niterói samba school was relegated from the Special Group to the Access Group in Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, after receiving only two perfect scores in its parade honoring President Lula. The judging took place on Wednesday, 18, and highlighted flaws in the parade's execution. Opposition governors reacted with irony to the outcome.
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Influencer Virginia Fonseca announced her return to rehearsals with the Grande Rio samba school in Rio de Janeiro after a month of absences as battery queen. The absence drew criticism from the community, which demands greater participation from her. There are 36 days left until the official parade at Marquês de Sapucaí.