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Brazil's Bolsonaro arrested before prison sentence

Brazil's federal police have arrested former President Jair Bolsonaro preemptively, days before his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt was due to begin. Discover the full story.

Indigenous Protesters Block Cop30 Summit Entrance

Munduruku people blockade the main entrance to the Cop30 climate talks in Brazil, demanding to speak with President Lula about Indigenous rights and environmental protection. Read the full story.

Prince William and Starmer's awkward handshake moment

An unexpected moment of protocol confusion unfolded at the environmental summit as Prince William and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer appeared to fumble a handshake with President Lula da Silva, creating a viral diplomatic incident.

Brazil President Lula hospitalised with pneumonia

Brazil's leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been admitted to hospital with bacterial pneumonia, forcing cancellation of his official state visit to Colombia amid health concerns.

Lula announces Amazon COP30 and Petrobras shakeup

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announces ambitious climate agenda including hosting COP30 in the Amazon while overhauling state oil giant Petrobras leadership in major energy policy shift.

EU chief cancels Brazil trip over Amazon remarks

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen abruptly cancels high-profile Brazil visit following controversial remarks about the Amazon rainforest, sparking diplomatic tensions.

Prince William's Earthshot mission to Brazil begins

The Prince of Wales embarks on a significant four-day visit to Brazil, championing the Earthshot Prize and strengthening UK-Brazil relations through environmental diplomacy and community engagement.

Starmer meets Brazilian President Lula in London talks

Labour leader Keir Starmer held significant talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during his UK visit for the Earthshot Prize ceremony, signalling Labour's growing international engagement.

Deadly Rio police raid in favela sparks outrage

A violent police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Penha favela has left multiple residents dead, raising serious human rights concerns and drawing condemnation from officials.

England 2-2 Brazil: Gordon stars in Wembley thriller

Relive the electric atmosphere at Wembley as England and Brazil played out a captivating 2-2 draw in their international friendly. Palmer's penalty and Gordon's debut goal weren't enough as Brazil fought back twice in a classic encounter.

Brazilian boy, 13, begs freedom after child knife attack

A 13-year-old Brazilian gangster has tearfully apologised and pleaded for release after being detained for a vicious knife attack on another child, revealing the shocking youth crime epidemic gripping the nation.

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