Minas Gerais
The dismissal of conductor Ligia Amadio from the Minas Gerais Symphony Orchestra has sparked outrage in Brazil's and international classical music communities, following her criticism of musicians' low salaries. The episode, occurring weeks after a public hearing, prompted protests, manifestos, and a petition with over 13,000 signatures.
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Brazil's Federal Public Prosecutor's Office has sued mining giant Vale, seeking to freeze R$1 billion in assets and halt operations at the Fábrica Mine in Minas Gerais after a spill of 262,000 cubic meters of water and sediments that caused environmental damage. The incident took place on January 25, 2026, impacting streams feeding the Maranhão and Paraopeba rivers. The lawsuit points to violations of environmental licenses and delays in notifying authorities.