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Ricardo Couto
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2026 Brazilian presidential election campaign
22 clusters · 550 sources · last updated
Latest: Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro tied in national second-round simulation
The 2026 Brazilian presidential election remains highly competitive. Recent Datafolha polling shows President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leading a first-round scenario with 39% against Senator Flávio Bolsonaro’s 35%. A po
Rio de Janeiro gubernatorial campaign developments
10 clusters · 76 sources · last updated
Latest: Eduardo Paes outlines security and economic plans for Rio de Janeiro
In early September 2026, polling from AtlasIntel/Estadão continues to show Eduardo Paes (PSD) maintaining a strong lead in the Rio de Janeiro gubernatorial race. In a scenario including former governor Anthony Garotinho
Brazil debt pressure and recession risks deepen
75 clusters · 392 sources · last updated
Latest: Credit access and usage patterns shift in Brazil
Brazil's debt pressures and economic instability have intensified through late 2026. While inflation remains within the Central Bank's target and unemployment is at historic lows, the country faces record levels of corpo
Brazil autism policy and inclusion
9 clusters · 56 sources · last updated
Latest: Brazil court grants remote work and reduced hours to employee with autism
In late July 2026, Brazil’s public prosecutors began scrutinising autism services. In Salvador, the 8th Childhood and Youth Public Prosecutor’s Office launched an administrative proceeding to audit state and municipal he
Brazil fiscal adjustment, interest rates, and trade tensions
15 clusters · 176 sources · last updated
Latest: Brazil secures US$ 1 billion IDB credit for Eco Invest Brasil
In late August and early September 2026, Brazil’s fiscal and economic landscape remained marked by debates over debt management and the impact of monetary policy. Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, a primary challenger to Presi
Rio de Janeiro Credcesta payroll loan dispute
2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated
Latest: Rio de Janeiro government dismisses 6,145 employees to save R$ 221 million
The Rio de Janeiro State Legislative Assembly (Alerj) is reviewing Bill No. 7.726/2026, which proposes suspending Credcesta payroll deductions for active employees, retirees, and pensioners until regulations are reviewed
Rio de Janeiro electronic ticketing implementation
2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated
Latest: Rio de Janeiro's Jaé ticketing system hits 1 billion trips
The government of Rio de Janeiro has moved to implement new electronic ticketing systems to increase transparency and oversight of public transport fare revenues. Initially, the state government issued a decree establish
Rio de Janeiro corruption probes and pension fund recovery
38 clusters · 413 sources · last updated
Latest: Rio de Janeiro government abolishes secretariat following contract audit
The anti-corruption drive in Rio de Janeiro expanded significantly in mid-2026, targeting former governor Cláudio Castro and the state pension fund, Rioprevidência. Following Castro’s resignation, interim governor Ricard
Brazil education, youth training, sport & civic updates
32 clusters · 103 sources · last updated
Latest: Municipalities implement diverse social and public service initiatives
Throughout 2026, Brazil expanded its educational and social infrastructure through federal and municipal programs. Key developments included the inauguration of the IFRS Viamão campus and TecnoParque in Rio Grande do Sul
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