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Indigenous people march in Brazil's capital against bill limiting land rights
Hundreds of Indigenous people were marching Wednesday in Brazil’s capital, urging Congress to drop a proposed constitutional amendment that has the potential to paralyze and even reverse land ...World - ABC News - 10 hours ago -
Positively Pernambuco – a story of hope in Brazil
A fashion photographer and a teacher shift the focus onto one of Brazil’s most marginalised communitiesWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
The New Threat to Brazil’s Forests: Chemicals
Authorities use satellites to track deforestation caused by chain saws or fire. Now criminals are using chemicals to degrade trees — and evade detection.World - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Is Brazil’s Supreme Court Saving Democracy or Threatening It?
Brazil’s top court expanded its power to protect democracy. But some are wondering whether the court now represents the threat.World - The New York Times - October 17 -
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Capital gains tax: a short history
Since its beginnings in 1965, many UK chancellors have sought to reform the levy as a means of spurring economic growthWorld - Financial Times - October 19 -
When venture capitalism goes wrong
The demise of Byju’s holds lessons for other ambitious scale-ups and investorsBusiness - Financial Times - October 23 -
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Raphinha brace carries Brazil to 4-0 WCQ win
Raphinha converted a penalty in each half to guide an improved Brazil to a 4-0 home win over Peru in South American World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
Brazil federal police seek extradition of Bolsonaro supporters from Argentina
Brazil’s Federal Police has requested the extradition of dozens of people who had fled the country after being accused of storming top government offices last year, in an alleged bid to forcefully ...World - ABC News - October 16 -
Grading Argentina, Brazil and South America's World Cup hopefuls
It's time to give each team a letter grade from A to F based on their performances so far.Sports - ESPN - October 18 -
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Brazil's Lula cancels trip to Russia for BRICS summit after an accident
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has canceled his trip to Russia for a BRICS summit after an accident at home that left him with a cut in the neckWorld - ABC News - October 20 -
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Brazil's president cancels Russia trip after injuring head
The 78-year-old president was scheduled to travel to Russia to attend the Brics summit.Top stories - BBC News - October 20 -
BHP accused of ‘doggedly trying to avoid’ responsibility for Brazil dam disaster
Largest group lawsuit in English legal history over 2015 dam collapse that killed 19 people opens at high court in London. The Anglo-Australian mining company BHP has been accused of “cynically and ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
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Gunman kills 3 people in southern Brazil during hours-long shootout
Authorities in southern Brazil say a 45-year-old man barricaded himself in a house and killed his father, brother and a police officer in an hours-long shootout before he himself was fatally shotWorld - ABC News - October 23 -
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BHP and Vale agree landmark $23bn settlement over Brazil dam disaster
Deal relating to damages following 2015 Mariana incident comes as groups face separate lawsuit in London’s High CourtBusiness - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
Player sent off after 3 seconds in Brazil's Serie A
A Brazilian striker was sent off in a top-division match on Saturday after hitting a rival with his elbow just three seconds into a match.Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago -
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Voters in Brazil's largest city reelect mayor, who detaches from Bolsonaro after tumultuous campaign
Voters in Brazil’s biggest city of Sao Paulo have reelected mayor Ricardo Nunes following a tumultuous campaign that pitted him against a leftist ally of President Luiz Inácio Lula da SilvaWorld - ABC News - 2 days ago -
São Paulo loss caps dismal local elections for Brazil’s Lula
Defeat of candidates backed by leftwing president at regional level weakens his own re-election prospectsBusiness - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
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'Biggest injustice in history' - Brazil reacts to Ballon d'Or result
Commentators, journalists and politicians in Brazil criticise the decision to award the Ballon d'Or to Manchester City's Rodri rather than Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Sri Lanka closes schools as floods hammer the capital
Sri Lanka has closed schools in its capital, Colombo, and its suburbs as heavy rains triggered floods in many parts of the island nationWorld - ABC News - October 14 -
Fuji Soft to Consider Bain Capital's Offer
Fuji Soft said it would sincerely consider Bain Capital’s tender offer, which beat private-equity firm KKR’s offer, possibly setting the stage for a bidding war for the Japanese software developer.Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 14 -
9 Strategies for Capitalizing on a Derivative Business Opportunity
You don’t need a completely new or disruptive idea to build a successful business.Business - Inc. - October 16 -
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Jordan North boosts Capital radio breakfast ratings
The Burnley-born presenter left Radio 1 earlier this year and replaced Roman Kemp at Capital in April.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition
Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under TrumpWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
This Is a Marquee World Series, and M.L.B. Plans to Capitalize
Commissioner Rob Manfred believes the league is positioned to propel its biggest stars further into the sporting fan’s consciousness.Sports - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Jilly Cooper’s Britain: world capital of bad sex
A British weakness for bawdy banter is at the heart of hit TV show ‘Rivals’. Isn’t it time we grew up?Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
Capital gains tax calculator: how are you affected?
UK chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced an immediate increase in her first BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - 12 hours ago -
Violence-hit Pakistan locks down its capital for an Asian security meeting
Pakistani authorities have locked down the capital in a major security move as senior officials from several nations arrive for an Asian security group meetingWorld - ABC News - October 15 -
The world’s second Sphere will be built in the UAE capital after Vegas' first
The world’s second Sphere will be built in the capital of the United Arab Emirates after the opening of the first in Las VegasSports - ABC News - October 16
