João Silva

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

2025年10月29日(水) 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.

São Paulo film festival awards top prize to 'The President's Cake'

2025年10月30日(木) João Silva

The 49th São Paulo International Film Festival ended on the night of October 30, 2025, with the jury's top trophy going to the Iraqi film 'The President's Cake'. Other awards highlighted productions from various countries, including Brazilian ones, in categories such as fiction, documentary, and queer. The ceremony was followed by a screening of 'Jay Kelly' by Noah Baumbach.

Zé Felipe modifies tattoo honoring Virginia

2025年10月29日(水) 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.

Veja awards top 30 best companies in Brazil in inaugural ranking

2025年10月30日(木) João Silva

Revista Veja Negócios held the first edition of the TOP30 – Best Companies in Brazil ranking, in partnership with Austin Rating, awarding companies from 30 sectors based on financial statements from 2022 to 2024. The event took place at Hotel Palácio Tangará in São Paulo, with Governor Tarcísio de Freitas in attendance. The awards recognized financial results, exemplary governance, and sustainable growth.

Federal police probe fraud in textbook sales to São Paulo municipalities

Brazil's Federal Police executed 15 search and seizure warrants in São Paulo and Salvador on Wednesday (October 29) to probe fraud in textbook sales to São Paulo municipalities. Operation Legere targets a scheme of overpricing involving fake invoices and rigged bids. The investigation highlights towns like Embu das Artes, with evidence of public fund diversion.

Street vendors accuse Belém city hall of violent removal ahead of COP30

Street vendors in Belém claim the city hall expelled them violently to 'clean' the streets ahead of COP30, set for November 10-21. Displays were destroyed and goods seized during Círio de Nazaré week. The municipal administration states it will act against illegal public space occupations.

Fluminense beats Ceará and enters Brasileirão top six

2025年10月29日(水) 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.

DF bet hits five Mega-Sena numbers and wins R$ 37 thousand

2025年10月30日(木) João Silva

A bet from the Federal District hit five numbers in Thursday's (30/10) Mega-Sena draw, winning R$ 37,328.03. No one matched all six numbers, so the prize rolled over to R$ 34 million for the next draw. The drawn numbers were 09, 17, 23, 26, 33, and 59.