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Petrobras abandons Amazon oil exploration plans

Brazil's state oil giant Petrobras has dramatically halted controversial drilling plans near the Amazon River mouth, marking a significant victory for environmental campaigners ahead of COP30 climate talks.

Starmer confirms COP30 attendance in Brazil

Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Belém, Brazil for COP30, reinforcing Britain's commitment to global climate leadership and international cooperation.

Starmer courts Brazilian President for climate alliance

Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts Brazil's President Lula da Silva at Downing Street, forging a strategic alliance on climate action and positioning the UK as a key player in global environmental leadership ahead of the crucial Amazon summit.

Brazil bus crash kills 15 in Pernambuco

A devastating bus crash in Brazil's Pernambuco state has left 15 people dead and multiple others injured after the vehicle plunged from a bridge, marking one of the region's worst road tragedies in recent years.

Brit in Brazil faces 21 years for child abuse charges

Timothy Alan Clark, a British national residing in Brazil, has been formally charged with heinous child abuse crimes and faces up to 21 years in a Brazilian prison. This is the full story of the investigation and the international manhunt.

Australian Pilot's Cocaine Crash Ordeal in Brazil

The family of an Australian pilot, arrested after a plane carrying 600kg of cocaine crashed in Brazil, speaks out for the first time about his shocking downfall and their desperate fight for his freedom.

6,000 Hours of Sewage Pollutes UK National Parks

Shocking new data reveals sewage was pumped into the rivers and lakes of Britain's most treasured national parks for thousands of hours last year, with the Lake District and Snowdonia among the worst hit.

Ancelotti: Neymar to Miss Brazil World Cup Qualifiers

Brazilian football faces a major setback as Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti reveals superstar Neymar will be absent from the upcoming World Cup qualifiers due to injury, casting doubt on his international future.

Four-Year Hunt for British Dad & Kids in Brazil

The gripping search for British expat Tom Phillips and his three children, missing in Brazil for four years after a custody dispute, reaches a critical new phase with a major police operation.

US father charged over teen's Brazil detox ordeal

A US father faces criminal charges in Brazil after his teenage son was found in a severely malnourished state at a controversial spiritual retreat. The 15-year-old was allegedly subjected to a dangerous 'detox' programme involving forced herbal treatments

Travis Kelce's Hilarious Brazil-Bolivia Geography Blunder

Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce had a comedic geography mix-up ahead of the NFL's Brazil game, accidentally placing São Paulo in Bolivia during a team press conference, much to the amusement of fans and teammates.

Guardian Live Tribute: Celebrating Terry Gilliam at 85

Join The Guardian for a spectacular live event celebrating the 85th birthday of cinematic legend Terry Gilliam. Explore his unparalleled career from Monty Python to his iconic solo films in this unmissable evening.

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