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Super El Niño ‘Godzilla’ intensifies, threatening global

172 clusters · 1936 sources · last updated

Latest: Extreme El Niño event may be strongest in over a millennium

The Super El Niño phenomenon, nicknamed ‘Godzilla’, continues to intensify. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) forecasts the event will remain ‘very strong’ through autumn and winter, with models suggesting a ne

[ACTIVE] [HEALTH] [GB] [US] [AR]

Global squishy toy safety crisis expands

40 clusters · 171 sources · last updated

Latest: ABC Trading Inc. recalls 37,000 squishy toys over choking risk

The safety crisis surrounding gel-filled squishy toys has expanded with new reports of injuries and large-scale recalls. In Brazil, children have suffered burns after attempting to soften toys in microwaves, a practice r

[ACTIVE] [BUSINESS] [BR] [CN] [AR]

Geely expands production and market reach in Latin America &

18 clusters · 115 sources · last updated

Latest: Geely expands automotive presence in Brazil and Portugal

By late September 2026, Geely significantly accelerated its industrial and regional expansion. In Brazil, the alliance between Geely and Renault Group commenced local production of the Geely EX5 EM-i Super Hybrid at the

[ACTIVE] [CRIME] [BR]

Brazil fuel fraud and petroleum crime legislation

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated

Latest: Brazil Bill proposes mandatory capacity markings on fuel containers

Authorities in Brazil have identified systemic fuel fraud and adulteration linked to organized crime. Experts from the Instituto Combustível Legal have noted that criminal involvement extends beyond gas stations to inclu

[ACTIVE] [CRIME] [BR]

Ipem-SP inspection operations in São Paulo

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated

Latest: Ipem/SP and Inmetro conduct inspections and launch sustainability consultation in Brazil

The Institute of Weights and Measures of the State of São Paulo (Ipem-SP) has been conducting various inspection operations across the state to ensure road safety, metrological accuracy, and consumer protection. Initial

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Organized crime crackdowns in São Paulo

6 clusters · 68 sources · last updated

Latest: PCC criminal faction linked to São Paulo bus transport sector

Authorities in São Paulo have intensified efforts to dismantle organized crime networks through targeted operations. In late August, a joint task force launched ‘Operação Bomba Oculta’ to shut down clandestine gas statio

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Consumer guidance for vehicle purchases

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Used car purchasing: Essential inspection and verification steps

Consumer guidance for vehicle purchases emphasizes the importance of thorough research and physical inspections to prevent financial loss. Recommendations include verifying prices against market references, checking docu

[QUIET] [HEALTH] [BR]

Cuiabá municipal health unit maintenance

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Cuiabá implements monthly pest control in municipal health units

The Cuiabá City Hall, through the Municipal Health Secretariat, is conducting monthly pest control services across its municipal health network. These permanent actions include disinfestation and deratization within seco

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Ambar Energia regulatory and labor investigations

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Manaus utility services face regulatory and judicial interventions

Ambar Energia Amazonas S.A. continues to face legal and regulatory scrutiny regarding its operations in Manaus. Following an R$ 800,000 settlement with the Labor Public Ministry over severe labor irregularities, the comp

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