South America
Flávio Bolsonaro admits seeking funds from Vorcaro for film on father
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Senator Flávio Bolsonaro confirmed Wednesday that he approached former banker Daniel Vorcaro to finance the film 'Dark Horse,' a biography of Jair Bolsonaro. Vorcaro paid at least R$ 61 million, according to a revelation by Intercept Brasil confirmed by Folha.
The USP administration announced on Wednesday the creation of a moderation and institutional dialogue commission to negotiate with students on strike for a month. The body will include professionals experienced in conflict mediation. The decision comes after an impasse and occupation of the rectory.
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Banco do Brasil reported an adjusted net profit of R$3.4 billion for the first quarter of 2026 on Wednesday. The result marks a 54% drop from the same period last year and came in below market forecasts. Rising defaults in agribusiness drove higher provisions and prompted the bank to lower its full-year profit guidance.
The Regional Council of Arica and Parinacota approved an investment of 3.292 billion pesos to begin eradicating the Cerro Chuño settlement. The measure targets demolition of foundations for 220 homes in the first phase.
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Gabriel Vallejo López, a customer service expert, noted that companies must prioritize service over price during an event organized by SI3.
Comptroller general of the Republic Dorothy Pérez appeared before the Housing commission of the Chamber of Deputies to explain Final Report No. 421 on land purchases by the Ministry of Housing and Urbanism during Carlos Montes' tenure.
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Finance Minister Germán Ávila submitted a bill to Congress to add 500 billion pesos to the budget of the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare. The measure aims to ensure the agency's operations during the second half of 2026.
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