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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.

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.

Bolivia's ex-president Jeanine Áñez freed from prison

In a stunning reversal, Bolivia's ex-president Jeanine Áñez has been released from prison after nearly three years of detention, following a court ruling that overturned her conviction for terrorism and sedition.

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.

Dick Cheney's deathbed tribute to George W. Bush revealed

In a startling revelation, former Vice President Dick Cheney left a final message for George W. Bush, declaring 'I tried to do the right thing' in what's being called a 'deathbed tribute' that's raising eyebrows across political circles.

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.

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.

Sarkozy faces grim prison life at La Santé

Exclusive look at the harsh conditions facing Nicolas Sarkozy as he begins his prison sentence in Paris's notorious La Santé prison, where isolation and strict routines await the former French leader.

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