Vasco da Gama led Brazilian football revenues in 2025 with record earnings, while Financial Fair Play regulations are set to begin in 2026 to ensure sustainable club management.
Brazilian athletes achieved multiple world titles and historic performances in Olympic sports throughout 2025, showcasing a year of strong momentum and growth.
In 2025, Jair Bolsonaro's conviction, along with arrests of his allies, intensified political tensions in Brazil, impacting legal proceedings and the broader political landscape.
Political factions in Brazil wield economic inequality as a moral and strategic tool, revealing deep ideological divides over economic freedom and state intervention.
Ceará approved key legislative measures in 2025 while Brazil braces for the complex political climate and voter responsibilities ahead of the 2026 elections.
Goiás Fomento plans robust financing and innovative outreach to support micro and small businesses in Goiás in 2026, with R$160 million projected for loans.
Luana Piovani criticizes Gisele Bündchen's silent stance on social issues, underscoring growing expectations for celebrities to take public stands in 2025.
Trancoso’s Aeroporto Terravista reaches full capacity for New Year 2025-2026 amid a surge in luxury tourism and celebrity visits, notably featuring Vinícius Júnior's display of high-end fashion.
In 2025, Brasília’s Secti-DF executed over 30 innovation projects highlighted by Campus Party and Innova Summit, certified thousands in tech skills, and advanced plans for a tech-focused urban hub.
Justice Minister Lewandowski highlights organized crime infiltration into political parties, pressing for stringent candidate vetting ahead of Brazil's 2026 elections amid weakening legal safeguards.
Small businesses and social entrepreneurship initiatives in São Paulo, Recife, and Fortaleza are driving community development and sustainability in Brazil.
Brazil's 2026 tax reform will overhaul business operations and technology, while imposing stricter penalties on small businesses for delayed tax filings.
Brazil is expected to see unprecedented corporate bankruptcies and judicial recovery cases in 2026 due to high interest rates and credit restrictions, with agribusiness and small firms most impacted.
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court maintains house arrests on coup plot conspirators amid escapes and fugitive concerns.
Atlético Mineiro confirms the signing of Renan Lodi on a five-year contract as their first major reinforcement for 2026.
Marcelo Paz has been appointed as Corinthians' new football executive to lead the club's internal restructuring and bolster youth-to-professional team integration.
Despite leading over 10 million businesses, Brazilian women entrepreneurs face significant credit access challenges, higher loan costs, and social burdens that impede their growth.
The construction industry in Alagoas grew by over 58% in five years, driven by Sebrae-supported initiatives and innovation in 2025.
Silvinei Vasques's failed escape to El Salvador illustrates the challenges Bolsonaro supporters face in seeking international asylum amid political crackdowns.
Former President Jair Bolsonaro continues to recover in hospital after hernia surgery, facing hiccups and sleep difficulties despite medication adjustments.
Brazil's 2025 political year featured Congressional tensions and a revitalized foreign policy under President Lula, securing leadership in BRICS, MERCOSUL, and hosting COP30.
Marcelo Paz has been appointed as Corinthians’ new executive football director, replacing Fabinho Soldado amid political tensions and operational challenges within the club.
Brazil surpassed its international air passenger record again in 2025, with 25.8 million travelers through November, nearing total flights' historic highs.
Ana Castela's 2025 was marked by a Latin Grammy-nominated album, publicized relationships with Zé Felipe and Gustavo Mioto, and notable career achievements.
The Goiás government will invest R$ 10 million in GovTech startups to modernize public services through technological innovation, launching six targeted challenges beginning with healthcare improvements in cornea donation processes.
Brazil’s scientific production grew by 4.5% in 2024, supported by institutions like Fapemig that drive regional innovation and development.
Researchers at Unesp in São Paulo have developed the Flood Probability Index, an innovative flood prediction system using radar rainfall data and soil moisture simulations, with public alerts expected by summer 2026.
A severe heatwave is impacting southern and central Brazilian states with record temperatures and official health warnings through December 29.
Brazil's new minimum wage of R$1,621 in 2024 is projected to boost the economy by R$81.7 billion and affect nearly 62 million citizens, with significant social spending impacts.
Brazil advances its digital accessibility standards and social inclusion with enhanced online assistive technologies and a comprehensive National Care Plan.
The 2025 Jogo das Estrelas will include professional female footballers for the first time, marking a key milestone for women's football in Brazil.
Juventude starts 2026 pre-season with new coach as Brazil highlights extensive government investments in major sports events in 2025, preparing for future competitions.
The Natal Show de Bola event in Feira de Santana unites football, music, and community donations to support the Bahia Sem Fome program against hunger.
In 2025, the Brazilian states of Jundiaí and Ceará implemented successful programs boosting economic growth, job creation, and new businesses.
Julia Köpf and Yeza Aguiar begin a shared leadership of the JPT youth wing, focusing on political unity and mobilization for Lula’s 2026 re-election campaign.
STF Minister Alexandre de Moraes authorized hospital visits to Jair Bolsonaro during his post-surgery recovery and ordered preventive detention of coup plot suspect Silvinei Vasques after electronic monitoring failure.
Teresina’s new law reserves 20% of municipal public jobs for marginalized communities, with strict validation and penalties to ensure fairness.
Brazil advances LGBTQIA+ rights policies through new government initiatives in 2025 amid political challenges heading into 2026.
Stricter penalties for late tax declarations for Simples National small businesses will begin in January 2026, requiring timely PGDAS-D and DEFIS submissions to avoid heavy fines.
Brazil’s corn market sees subdued holiday trading with steady prices, while Chicago soybean prices rebound after Christmas amid global and regional market factors.
Brazilian football clubs, including Corinthians and Grêmio, face FIFA transfer bans due to unpaid debts, exposing broader financial and governance challenges in the sport.
Lula’s government celebrates economic progress after three years amid ongoing struggles to pass legislation in a divided Congress and calls for greater infrastructure investment.
Retiro dos Artistas organized a Christmas charity campaign in 2025, providing personalized gifts and a festive celebration for its elderly residents.
State universities in Paraná actively engage the public in science, technology, and health education at the Verão Maior 2025 event, highlighting sustainability and wellness.
The University of Brasília partners with ABDI to create a rapid methanol detection test for alcoholic beverages, aiming to prevent poisoning and improve consumer safety.
Jair Bolsonaro endorses son Flávio's presidential bid for 2026 amid tensions with Michelle Bolsonaro, while recovering from hernia surgery under family care.
A surge in accidents on Brazil’s federal highways before Christmas 2025 resulted in nearly 2,000 crashes, causing hundreds of injuries and deaths, prompting urgent safety calls.
Chelsea FC targets Palmeiras' Vitor Roque in a significant transfer move that could reshape their Brazilian talent lineup in English football.
Former President Jair Bolsonaro officially endorses his son Flávio Bolsonaro for the 2026 presidential election, reshaping Brazil's political landscape ahead of the vote.
Small businesses in Brazil show strong growth outlook and technology adoption for 2026, while Leve Saúde seeks investment amid high valuation expectations.