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Crisis-hit Flavio Bolsonaro launches presidential candidacy in Brazil

SAO PAULO - Battered by a string of political crises, Flavio Bolsonaro on Saturday prepared to formally launch his candidacy for Brazil's October presidential election, seeking to follow in the footsteps of his father, Jair Bolsonaro.

Bangkok Post · Jul 25

Flavio Bolsonaro launches presidential bid in Brazil despite challenges

Flavio Bolsonaro on Saturday formally launched his campaign for Brazil's October presidential election, seeking to extend his family's grip on the country's far-right movement despite a series of scandals that have dented his once-strong challenge to incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

France 24 · Jul 25

Amazon fires peaked during the 2024 drought. A year later, burned area hit its lowest level since records began in 1985

Amazon forest fires reached a historic low in 2025 after a severe 2024 drought. Shifting weather patterns and reduced deforestation contributed to this significant decline. Community awareness grew after the previous year's widespread destruction and damage. President Lula's administration prioritized forest protection, leading to lower deforestation rates. However, a potential…

The Times of India · Jul 22

Marco Rubio Says President Lula 'Put His Ego Ahead of Making a Deal' as Trump Slaps Brazil With 25% Tariffs

The Trump Administration announced a 25% tariff on most Brazilian imports late Wednesday, effective July 22.

Benzinga · Jul 16

US imposing 25% tariff on some Brazilian imports starting July 22, citing unfair trade practices

The United States announced a new 25 percent tariff on various Brazilian imports. This measure is set to take effect on July 22, impacting trade policies. Certain products like beef and coffee will be exempted from these new duties. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer cited unfair trading practices by Brazil.…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

In Brazil's Crowded Road to October's Presidential Election, Lula Still the Man to Beat

As Brazil heads toward its October vote, a banker's leaked film-financing pitch has turned a coin-flip race between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro into a widening lead for the incumbent — even as governors, an activist, and family infighting reshape the right.

Latin Times · Jul 14

Venezuela earthquakes latest: Death toll soars to 589 with over 50,000 missing and US military arrives for aid efforts

The support comes six months after US forces captured Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Red or green? For Brazil, the politics of World Cup kits matter

MORRISTOWN (UNITED STATES) - When Brazil faces Scotland in the World Cup on Wednesday, the South American team's goalkeeper Alisson Becker will be dressed in a green kit -- not the red one originally approved by FIFA.

Bangkok Post · Jun 24

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil President Lula jokes about Neymar's absence, calls him 'work from home player'

Brazilian President Lula playfully dubbed Neymar a 'work-from-home' player due to his World Cup absence. Neymar is recovering from a calf injury, missing Brazil's first two matches. He's resumed on-field training, but his participation in the Scotland game remains uncertain, with a final decision pending. His potential return would significantly…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

Lula maintains lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil vote

The findings indicate that Bolsonaro may have limited the political fallout from reports that he sought financial backing from a now-imprisoned banker for a film about his father, former president Jair Bolsonaro, who was convicted of plotting a coup against Brazil's democratic order and is serving a 27-year prison sentence.…

The Times of India · Jun 20