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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 - October 29

The dizzying array of legal threats to Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro has been a target for investigations since his early days in office, and the swarm of cases since his failed reelection bid in 2022 has left him in ...

World - ABC News - 2 days ago

U.S. Farmers Brace for New Trump Trade Wars Amid Tariff Threats

Despite their concerns, some farm operators still support the former president and prefer his overall economic plan.

Business - The New York Times - November 4

Law enforcement on alert for Election Day threats, new report says

Law enforcement is on alert for Election Day threats, according to a new report.

Putin Escalates Threats to the West With New Ballistic Missile Launch

The intermediate-range missile did not carry nuclear weapons, but it is part of a strategic arsenal that is capable of delivering them.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

A week of massive changes in Ukraine war - and why they all matter

Russia made its loudest threat yet of nuclear war, as Western powers bolstered Ukraine's arsenal.

What’s Behind Ukraine and Russia’s Missile Brinkmanship?

Tit-for-tat moves this week included the use of American-made ballistic missiles to strike inside Russia, and new nuclear threats from Moscow. Neither appear to have influenced the war on the ground.

World - The New York Times - 19 hours ago

Eye on America: New hotel runs on clean energy, and growing threats of inland flooding

In North Carolina, we learn about the growing threat of severe flooding facing inland communities. And in Connecticut, we check in at the only hotel in the country that runs entirely on renewable ...

As Russian Forces Turn to Glide Bombs, Ukrainian Civilians Fear a New Threat From the Skies

Cities in eastern and southern Ukraine are increasingly being hit by Russian glide bombs, converted gravity bombs that can be guided to targets, often landing without detection, residents and ...

World - The New York Times - October 28

South Carolina man charged after New York reporter receives death threats

A South Carolina man accused of making a series of racist death threats online to a New York reporter has been arrested.

Russia claims it shot down US-made ATACMS missiles and issues nuclear threat

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Tuesday that Russia's new nuclear weapons doctrine means Ukraine's use of Western rockets "can prompt a nuclear response."

A double whammy of tariffs and strikes is coming for U.S. trade and the global supply chain in early 2025

Shippers and logistics companies are gaming out a complex early 2025 as President-elect Donald Trump may hike tariffs, and East and Gulf Coast ports may strike.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Putin takes his nuclear threats to a new level, but Ukraine's allies say they aren't rattled

If the Kremlin was hoping to instill fear among its Western foes by lowering the bar for using nuclear weapons, then it may have been disappointed Wednesday.

Neymar, Endrick out of Brazil squad for qualifiers

Al Hilal forward Neymar and Real Madrid's Endrick have been left out of Brazil's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers at Venezuela and Uruguay.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Brazil criticizes Venezuela for escalating tensions and personal attacks

Brazil’s government has broken its silence over growing tensions with neighboring Venezuela, with the Foreign Ministry saying it was surprised by “the offensive tone” adopted by Venezuelan ...

World - ABC News - November 1

Brazil’s growing gambling habit threatens to hit economy

Explosion of online sports betting in South American nation sparks warnings about its damaging impact

World - Financial Times - November 10

Another Private Wavegarden Pool Is Opening in Brazil

World - Yahoo News - November 11

Brazil’s global balancing act is trickier than ever

President Lula has sought to maintain ties with the US, China and Russia. But even before the re-election of Donald Trump, that diplomatic space was shrinking

World - Financial Times - November 13

One dead after attack on Brazil's Supreme Court

The suspected attacker is believed to have been killed by his own explosives.

At Least 1 Killed in Explosions in Brazil’s Capital

Two explosions rocked the area near the heart of the Brazilian government’s offices.

World - The New York Times - November 14

China arms itself for potential trade war with Trump

Beijing has enacted sweeping laws since US president-elect’s first term that would allow it to retaliate if threatened

World - Financial Times - November 14

Vinícius is a star for Real Madrid, but why not for Brazil?

Vinícius is stellar for Madrid and is reaching his peak. So why has he not yet been able to translate his club form, and status, into success with Brazil?

Sports - ESPN - November 14

Brazil authorities link bombing in the capital to extremist discourse

A Brazilian Supreme Court justice says he believes that the explosion outside the court in Brasilia was the consequence of frequent far-right attacks and hate speech targeting the country’s ...

World - ABC News - November 14

Vini Jr. misses pen in Brazil draw with Venezuela

Brazil had to settle for a 1-1 draw at Venezuela after a quick-fire second-half strike by substitute Telasco Segovia canceled out Raphinha's opener for the dominant visitors in the South American ...

Sports - ESPN - November 15

Britvic Profit Rises on Strong Demand, Brazil Performance

The U.K. soft-drinks company said the preliminary results were due to strong demand for Pepsi and Tango, as well as improved trading in Brazil.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Chinese satellite company to challenge Musk’s Starlink in Brazil

Billionaire Trump ally had clashed with Brasília this year over alleged misinformation on X

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

🎥 Barcelona legends roll back the years in Brazil

Barcelona's legends team are proof that class is permanent.A side comprising of former Blaugrana players took on the Seleção Pelé Pequeno Príncipe Legends in Brazil and came away with a 2-1 victor...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago

Hamilton 'did not want to come back' after Brazil

Lewis Hamilton says he will "give it absolutely everything" for his final three races with Mercedes after struggling badly in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

Brazil Cracked Down on Corruption. Now It’s Undoing the Case.

Operation Car Wash, which started in Brazil, revealed a bribery scheme that spanned at least 12 countries. Brazil’s Supreme Court has reversed much of its impact.

Top stories - The New York Times - 9 hours ago

‘No threat to public’ after bomb threats, Pennsylvania governor says

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro confirmed that there were "multiple bomb threats" at polling locations. Shapiro assured the public that the threats were not credible.