Brazil News in English
May 16, 2026
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Good morning! It’s 16th May, and here’s your Brazil daily news capsule.
Eduardo Bolsonaro confirms signing a financial management contract for Bolsonaro's film, revealing a $50,000 investment.
The Supreme Court orders the arrest of businessman Ricardo Magro, who is now on Interpol's list.
Flávio Bolsonaro signs a request for the creation of a parliamentary inquiry into Banco Master.
After criticism from Zema, Flávio meets with a potential vice-presidential candidate, stating Zema's viability is questionable.
Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence following a meeting with Xi Jinping in China.
A mother reports the collective rape of her 12-year-old daughter in Rio's West Zone; eight minors identified.
The Attorney General files a defamation complaint against Romeu Zema for remarks about Minister Gilmar Mendes.
The proposed amendment to end the 6x1 work schedule aims to change the Constitution and reduce work hours.
The Federal Police replaces the investigator in the Lulinha case related to the INSS scandal.
A mother of a teenager accused of murder expresses her anguish, wishing no one else experiences their pain.
A workers' strike halts the busiest train system in the U.S., causing significant disruptions.
The death of five Italians marks the worst diving accident ever recorded in the Maldives, according to local authorities.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft approaches Mars for a gravitational boost towards a metal-rich asteroid.
Ceará expands influenza vaccination to the entire population starting Monday, May 18th.
Hantavirus raises global alerts, but the situation in Brazil remains different, according to health experts.
That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!
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