João Silva

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

October 30, 2025 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.

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.

Five cat breeds with less fur shedding

Many cat owners face the challenge of excessive fur shedding, which dirties the home and affects allergy sufferers. A recent list highlights five breeds known for shedding less fur, easing coexistence. These options range from hairless cats to hybrids with wild patterns.

Veja awards top 30 best companies in Brazil in inaugural ranking

October 30, 2025 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.

Disordered public spending delays textbooks in Brazil

The disordered expansion of spending under the Lula government has affected essential policies, such as access to textbooks in public schools. The Ministry of Education seeks an additional R$ 1.4 billion to order exemplars for high school in 2026, but delays continue. This jeopardizes timely delivery for the school year.

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

October 30, 2025 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.

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.

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.