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PoliticsOct 15Brazil's Congress approves shorter workweekThe measure, which the government has been pushing for months, provides for two paid days off a week instead of the current one and reduces the maximum workweek from 44 to 40 hours. Lula is counting on the bill's passage to close the gap with right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of the October 25 runoff.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 15Brazil cuts work week to 40 hours in win for Lula ahead of runoffCongress approves constitutional amendment that bans six-day workweeks, which could affect up to 30 millionBrazil’s congress has approved a constitutional amendment to shorten the working week to a maximum of 40 hours, a move that could affect 30 million workers and that will hand a political victory to the leftist president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ahead of the presidential runoff in under two weeks.In an attempt to overturn the first-round lead secured by his opponent, far-right senator Flávio Bolsonaro, Lula has strongly championed the amendment, which will give some workers an extra day oGuardian World
PoliticsOct 15Eduardo Bolsonaro predicts a "golden age for Latin America" if his brother Flávio wins in BrazilEduardo Bolsonaro, en Washington, asegura que América Latina vivirá un auge si su hermano Flávio gana la presidencia en Brasil. La región enfrenta un giro conservador, fortalecido por la relación cercana con el gobierno de Donald Trump, según el exdiputado brasileño.Clarín
PoliticsOct 14Lula’s party accuses Meta of election interference ahead of Brazil runoffBrazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s party plans to file a complaint against Meta with the Organisation of American States alleging election interference, his campaign said Wednesday. The party accuses Meta of restricting Lula’s online content ahead of the October 25 presidential runoff against far-right Senator Flavio Bolsonaro. Meta denies the allegations.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 14In Brazil, evangelicals grow frustrated with the politicization of their faith: 'It's disheartening to see religion used by the far right'While 69% of evangelicals said they would vote for Flavio Bolsonaro in the presidential election runoff scheduled for October 25, most worshipers do not accept political issues being raised during services or religious events in the run-up to the vote.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 14Amidst the crisis in Spain, Pedro Sánchez backed Lula for the runoff in Brazil: "All our support"The Spanish president got involved in the Brazilian campaign for the second round on October 25. "Brazil deserves to continue advancing," said the president, who nine days ago had to bring forward elections in his own country.Clarín
BusinessOct 14Valaris gets Brazilian antitrust approval for sale to TransoceanValaris has received antitrust approval from Brazil for its sale to Transocean. This signifies a step forward in a business acquisition.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 14Elections in Brazil: Flávio Bolsonaro backs down, confirms he will go to the TV debate and Lula begs for evangelicalsThe Liberal Party senator reconfirmed his participation in this Sunday's televised meeting against the president. The PT leader sent an open letter to evangelical families, a nod to the social segment with the highest percentage of support for his opponent.Clarín
PoliticsOct 14Can Lula defy history? Brazil’s left seeks unprecedented run-off turnaroundStudents, activists and social media organisers have mobilised, but polls still show Flávio Bolsonaro ahead before this month’s decisive voteIrish Times World
PoliticsOct 14In Brazil's presidential race, Bolsonaro seems everywhere on social media and Lula nowhereOver ruim tien dagen gaat Brazilië opnieuw naar de stembus voor de tweede en beslissende ronde tussen de linkse president Lula da Silva en zijn radicaal-rechtse tegenstander Flavio Bolsonaro. In aanloop naar die spannende race merkte het campagneteam van Lula's Arbeiderspartij (PT) dat op Instagram berichten die vanuit Lula's officiële profiel zijn geplaatst niet goed zichtbaar zijn. Pagina's van het campagneteam werden soms plotseling geblokkeerd en posts waren ineens onvindbaar. Als de NOS deze week zelf de proef op de som neemt en op Instagram 'Lula' intoetst , verschijnen er eerst allerleiNOS Buitenland
PoliticsOct 14Days before the second round in Brazil, Lula da Silva proposes forgiving debts for 3.6 million micro-entrepreneurs and granting economic aidEl presidente presentó este proyecto de ley, que deberá ser aprobado por el Congreso, y que incluye nuevas líneas de crédito con intereses bajos.El Tiempo
HealthOct 13A man dies from an allergic reaction to fire ants in Brazil: "There were many stings at once"The 61-year-old victim was leaning against a tree when the ants stung his hand. It happened on Saturday in western Goiás.Clarín
PoliticsOct 13Eduardo Bolsonaro and Javier Milei to share an event in the United States, days before the runoff in Brazil and after an arrest warrant against himThe former Brazilian legislator was sentenced in June to four years in prison in a case for carrying out actions in favor of the United States, and days ago a judge ordered his arrest. Both will share the stage days before his brother, Flavio Bolsonaro, defines the presidency with Lula.Clarín
PoliticsOct 13Elections in Brazil: in the final stretch of the runoff, Lula announced a package to forgive debts for 3.6 million micro-entrepreneursThe government seeks to forgive debts worth US$ 2.5 billion for SMEs and self-employed individuals. The second round is on October 25.Clarín
PoliticsOct 13In Brazil, thousands march fearing return of Bolsonaro presidencyThousands of young Brazilians have taken to the streets to support President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and voice fears of a return to power for the Bolsonaro political movement, amid a closely watched presidential race. Many protesters say they are worried about their future, particularly the impact a far-right government could have on universities and education. FRANCE 24’s Jan Onoszko reports from Brazil.France 24 [en]
WorldOct 13Estudiantes against Brazil: 'el Pincha' wants to end seven years of hegemony in the Copa Libertadores and avoid another all-Brazilian finalCacique Medina's team will open the semifinal series against Flamengo this Thursday in UNO. They will try to prevent the tournament from turning into another all-Brazilian final, as Fluminense and Palmeiras will play the remaining tie. If they manage to strike a blow, they will keep alive the dream of returning the Cup to ArgenClarín
PoliticsOct 13The Government denied entry to the country to a Brazilian journalist for criticizing Javier MileiJosé Rogério Carvalho Tomaz Junior arribó al país este lunes, pero Migraciones le informó que le había anulado su residencia. "Ser deportado a causa de mis críticas políticas es un trofeo para mí", afirmó.Clarín
PoliticsOct 12War over betting in Brazil: the protest at Maracanã that ended with insults to LulaTras ganarle el clásico a Fluminense, los hinchas de Flamengo insultaron al mandatario y exhibieron banderas contra el Gobierno.El enojo radica en la medida que prohíbe el patrocinio de las casas de apuestas deportivas.Ambos planteles también protestaron en la cancha al jugar con indumentaria que rezaba "prohibir no es proteger" en el pecho.Clarín
BusinessOct 12Lynas unveils plans to build Brazil rare earths plant - Mining.comLynas has announced intentions to construct a rare earths processing facility in Brazil. This represents a notable development in the global rare earths industry and investment in mining infrastructure.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 1215 days before the runoff in Brazil, candidates pray to the Virgin and the Court authorizes Bolsonaro to visit his fatherJudge Alexandre de Moraes authorized the resumption of meetings between the presidential candidate and the former president, but with conditions. Both Lula and his rival scheduled events for this Monday in honor of the country's patron saint, the focus of a "holy war" during the first electoral campaign.Clarín
WorldOct 12Roberta Campos arrives for the first time in Buenos Aires with Brazilian popular musicLa cantante y compositora brasileña, nominada al Latin Grammy, se presentará el 15 de octubre en Torquato Tasso, con un espectáculo de 90 minutos dedicado a sus canciones y al encuentro musical entre Brasil y Argentina.Clarín
WorldOct 11From the National Team to shining in Brazil: Agustín Giay scored a brace in Palmeiras' rout in the classic against CorinthiansEl defensor extendió su estado de gracia tras la fecha FIFA y se despachó con dos tantos en el 4-1 en el derbi paulista. Fue elegido la figura del partido y dejó al Verdão al acecho en la lucha por el título con Flamengo. Como contracara, el Timão quedó al borde de la zona de descenso.Clarín
WorldOct 11Narco crime in Misiones: Brazilian hitmen and a young man riddled with 12 bullets over a debtFernando Matías Rodríguez (27) fue asesinado a tiros en su casa de la ciudad misionera de San Vicente.Por el homicidio detuvieron a dos jóvenes que pertenecían a sendas bandas criminales del estado de Río Grande do Sul.Cuáles son las organizaciones delictivas que se mueven a ambos lados de la frontera.Clarín
ConflictBreakingOct 11Armed man took 13 minors hostage in a Brazilian school: Police rescued them and shot down the kidnapperEl Tiempo
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