Despite no constitutional spending mandates, states increase investments in public security amid rising concerns 08/30/2024 Ursula Dias Peres — Foto: Silvia Zamboni/Valor Despite the absence of budget allocations tied to specific revenue sources and the urgency highlighted by public opinion polls, public security has become an increasingly significant area of expenditure in Brazilian states. In […]
Fires surge by 915% following a series of incidents last week, leaving situation still worrisome 08/29/2024 The number of wildfires reported in São Paulo this month has increased by 915% compared to the same period last year. The only state with a worse outcome was Mato Grosso do Sul, where fire incidents rose by 1,825%. […]
Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered Musk to appoint X’s new legal representative in the country within 24 hours 08/29/2024 Alexandre de Moraes — Foto: Rosinei Coutinho/SCO/STF Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court used its X account to announce a ruling by Justice Alexandre de Moraes against the social media platform. In the post, Mr. Moraes ordered Elon […]