Vitória da Conquista

Brazilian literary festivals 2026 announcements

3 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Brazil hosts various literary festivals and reading initiatives

Several Brazilian literary festivals have announced their themes and programming for 2026. In Vitória da Conquista, the fourth edition of FliConquista is scheduled for November 12–15 at the Centro de Cultura Camillo de

Kidnapping and investigation in Bahia

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Bahia police investigate arson and human remains at suspect's house

An 11-month-old baby named Noah was kidnapped at gunpoint from a park in Firmino Alves, Bahia. Following the abduction, police rescued the child in a beach hut in Ilhéus, noting that he appeared to have been sedated and

Yellow September mental health campaign in Brazil and abroad

14 clusters · 226 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Sorocaba announces cultural, infrastructure, and health initiatives

Brazil continues its observance of ‘Setembro Amarelo’, a national movement for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. The 2026 theme, ‘Escutar é estar presente’ (Listening is being present), emphasizes active an

Police operations in Vitória da Conquista

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Vitória da Conquista police chase leaves two injured

Law enforcement activities in Vitória da Conquista, Bahia, have involved both targeted operations against organized crime and high-speed pursuits. In early October, police conducted ‘Operation Geodo’ to combat drug tra