Politics South American Politics Daniel Silveira granted parole with restrictions; must wear electronic ankle monitor Former congressman released on parole after nearly 10 years in prison for attacks on ministers and democracy
Politics South American Politics Zema sells 4 Cemig hydropower plants amid privatization attempts Government of Minas Gerais sells assets to private sector, raising concerns over state control.
Politics South American Politics Congress Promulgates Amendment to Cut Government Spending Congress promulgates amendment to improve fiscal balance
Politics South American Politics Approval of Changes to BPC Sparks Division in Congress Proposal removes benefits for people with mild disabilities.
Politics South American Politics MST demands settlement of 65 thousand families MST urges government to act on agrarian reform promises
Politics South American Politics Impact of Privatization on Sanitation in Brazil Public hearing discusses impacts of privatization on sanitation contracts
Politics South American Politics Janja to Host Family of Julieta Hernández in Brasília Janja Silva to receive family of slain Venezuelan artist in Brasília
Politics South American Politics Government of Ceará allows drones for pesticide application Governor Elmano de Freitas approves the use of drones for spraying pesticides.
Politics South American Politics Nikolas Ferreira assumes role in fake news bill Dispute over fake news fuels ideological clash
Politics South American Politics End of Russian gas transit through Ukraine: implications for energy supply Agreement allowing Russian gas to EU via Ukraine ending, raising energy risk
