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Brazil mudslides kill at least 94, with dozens still missing

Rio de Janeiro state’s government has confirmed that at least 94 people died in landslides that ravaged the city of Petropolis, but it is still unclear how many bodies remain trapped in the mud

The Independent UK

‘I’m so irresponsible. Yesterday it felt amazing’: Illinois woman from Brazil arrested in US Capitol breach

CHICAGO — A west suburban woman was arrested Wednesday on federal charges alleging she illegally entered the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot more than a year ago, then texted with a friend the next day who told her, “Don’t be sad. Be prepared. We are all f-----.”

Chicago Tribune

Death toll in historic Brazilian mountain town tops 100 after torrential rains, mudslides

At least 104 people have died in the historic Brazilian mountain town of Petropolis, local government officials said on Thursday, after heavy rains caused mudslides that buried homes, flooded the streets and washed away cars and buses.

France 24

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Lula's lead over Bolsonaro narrows ahead of Brazil's October election -poll

Leftist former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's lead has narrowed to 9 points from 14 in one month, but he would still win a second-round runoff soundly if Brazil's election were held today, according to a new poll published on Wednesday.

Reuters

Brazil Mudslides from Torrential Rains Kill at Least 58

The death toll from devastating mudslides and floods that swept through a mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro state has reached 58, local authorities said Wednesday. The city of Petropolis was slammed by a deluge on Tuesday, and Mayor Rubens Bomtempo said the number of dead could rise as searchers…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Putin hosts leader of Brazil for talks amid Ukraine crisis

Russian President Vladimir Putin has hosted his Brazilian counterpart Jair Bolsonaro for talks in Moscow and hailed ties between the two countries, which he described as “friendship and mutual understanding.”

The Independent UK

Bolsonaro says Brazil keen on Russian nuclear reactors, no mention of Ukraine

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said during a visit to Moscow that his country is interested in small nuclear reactors that are made by Russia's state nuclear energy corporation Rosatom.

Reuters

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Brazil mudslides from torrential rains kill at least 34

The death toll from mudslides and floods that swept through a mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro state has reached 34, according to a statement from local authorities

The Independent UK

Heavy rains, flooding kill dozens in Brazil's 'Imperial City'

At least 94 people died in the historic Brazilian mountain town of Petropolis, local government officials said on Wednesday, after heavy rains caused mudslides that buried homes, flooded the streets and washed away cars and buses.

Reuters

Italy issues global warrant for Robinho after rape sentence: media

ROME: Italian prosecutors on Tuesday issued an international arrest warrant for former Brazil forward Robinho and asked for his extradition following confirmation of his conviction for gang rape, news agencies reported.

Bangkok Post

Brazil mudslides and floods kill at least 18 outside Rio

There was widespread concern that the death toll could surge as teams searched damaged areas in the Petropolis region

Wales Online

The US urges Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro to defend democracy in meeting with Putin

After Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro disregarded a U.S. request to call off his upcoming meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, the Biden administration still hopes the right-wing South American leader takes the opportunity to defend “democratic principles” in Moscow.

Miami Herald

US tech firms hunt for cheap home-based hires in Latin America

The remote-work revolution has led some U.S. technology companies, from startups to Coinbase Inc. and Shopify Inc., to seek new hires in Latin America — where they can find qualified people in roughly the same time zone who’ll work for much lower pay.

Tribune News Service

Share your best carnival memories from around the world to win a holiday

Whether it was in Europe, Brazil or the Caribbean, tell us about the fun you’ve had at a carnival for the chance to win £200 towards a Sawday’s holiday

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Daily Mirror

Man City muscle in on Arsenal transfer pursuit to snatch Brazilian wonderkid

Arsenal had been one of two clubs in pursuit of teenage sensation Savinho, who made his Brazilian Serie A debut at the age of just 16, but City Football Group could hijack the deal

Bangkok Post

Brazilians arrested, cocaine worth B46.5m seized at airport

Three Brazilians have been arrested on arriving at Suvarnabhumi airport and 15.5 kilogrammes of cocaine, worth about 46.5 million baht, seized from their luggage.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Brazil Reaffirms Ties with Ukraine, as Bolsonaro Jets to Russia

Brazil publicly reaffirmed its diplomatic ties with Kyiv on Monday as far-right President Jair Bolsonaro set off on an official visit to Russia amid soaring tensions between Moscow and the West over Ukraine.

ABC News

US Catholic priest resigns after performing thousands of invalid baptisms over 20 years

Father Andres Arango apologises for using the word "we" instead of "I" when performing baptisms — a change which meant the thousands of baptisms he performed during his 20 years as a priest in Brazil, California and Arizona were found to be invalid.

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The Independent UK

Brazil's Bolsonaro readies trip to Russia despite objections

Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro is preparing to travel to Russia despite Western warnings the country could soon invade Ukraine

Leeds Live

Four players suspended as Raphinha ordered to play additional fixture amid Leeds United schedule

Leeds United winger Raphinha is expected to be involved when Brazil's rearranged World Cup qualifier with Argentina takes place

The Independent UK

Brazil's Bolsonaro issues decrees to boost mining of Amazon

Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro has issued two decrees to boost gold prospecting with a focus on the Amazon rainforest

Football London

Thiago Silva can help Roman Abramovich finally unlock Thomas Tuchel's £72m dream PSG transfer

Chelsea could finally avenge their failed Marquinhos transfer mission by listening to the Brazilian's words of wisdom

Daily Mirror

Four Premier League players given international bans after Brazil vs Argentina chaos

The match in Sao Paulo kicked off only to be halted by medical officials minutes into the match, with Covid-19 restrictions at the time being cited

The Independent UK

Two-match bans for Premier League’s Argentina stars following breach of Covid protocols

The match against Brazil in Sao Paulo was called off on September 5.

Football London

Antonio Conte handed surprise Cristian Romero boost for Tottenham as FIFA reach decision

Cristian Romero and Giovani Lo Celso have been suspended for two international matches by FIFA, with the duo set to miss Argentina's fixtures in the next international break in March

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