🇧🇷 Estadão
Brazil · PT · https://www.estadao.com.br
About Estadão
Estadão, also known as O Estado de S. Paulo, was founded in 1875 and is owned by Grupo Estado (Grupo OESP), which is controlled by the Mesquita family. The group also includes Agência Estado, Eldorado FM, and Gravadora Eldorado.
Estadão is widely respected as a newspaper of record for Brazil, known for its thorough coverage and commitment to journalistic integrity. It has a history of editorial independence, having faced government censorship and harassment during various political regimes in Brazil. The outlet operates a fact-checking arm, Estadão Verifica, which is International Fact Checking Network (IFCN) certified. While generally considered center-right and pro-industry, the Brazilian media environment is partly-free, with journalists facing threats, harassment, and judicial actions, including defamation lawsuits. Estadão has also faced criticism regarding its stance on certain political issues and alleged instances of 'militant journalism' or perceived shifts in opinion.
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Court orders removal of 129 cats from elderly woman's home due to health risks
- A court in Santa Catarina, Brazil, ordered the removal of 129 cats from a 73-year-old woman's home due to unsanitary conditions and excessive accumulation. - The decision aims to protect public heal…
Brazil's Federal District Governor Celina Leão hospitalized with respiratory symptoms
- Celina Leão, the governor of the Federal District of Brazil, has been hospitalized in Brasília due to respiratory symptoms. - She is being treated for pneumothorax, a condition involving air accumul…
João Campos loses early favoritism in Pernambuco governor race
- Former Recife mayor João Campos, once favored for Pernambuco's governorship, is now trailing Governor Raquel Lyra in polls. - Lyra's approval rating has risen significantly, boosted by improved gove…
Brazil's Bar Association Worries U.S. Terror Designations Will Harm Crime Fight
- Brazil's OAB-SP expresses deep concern over the U.S. designation of PCC and CV as terrorist organizations. - The legal body argues this U.S. decision may hinder effective organized crime combat effo…
Former STF President Barroso backs PSB's Molon for Rio de Janeiro Senate seat
- Luís Roberto Barroso, former president of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF), has declared his vote for Alessandro Molon, the PSB's pre-candidate for Senator in Rio de Janeiro. - Molon, a former f…
Valdemar: Castro will only run for Senate if ineligibility is reversed
- Valdemar Costa Neto, president of the Liberal Party (PL), stated that Cláudio Castro will only run for the Senate if his ineligibility is overturned. - Castro, the former governor of Rio de Janeiro,…
Federal Police arrest 6 for trafficking, investigate passenger for assault and insults on Amsterdam flight
- Federal Police in São Paulo arrested six individuals and seized drugs, weapons, and parts during operations at Guarulhos International Airport. - Three women were arrested for international drug tra…
Brazil's Congress: Symbolic votes and the pursuit of legislative stability
- Brazil's Congress frequently uses symbolic votes, with symbolic votes outnumbering nominal ones in both the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate. - This practice, seen by some as lacking transparency,…
Lula tells interim governor to arrest 'thieves' and 'militiamen' who control Rio de Janeiro state
- Brazilian President Lula praised interim Rio de Janeiro Governor Ricardo Couto, calling his appointment correct. - Lula urged Couto to "arrest all the thieves" governing the state and the deputies i…
Aldo Rebelo Contests Party Expulsion, Vows to Continue Presidential Pre-Campaign
- Former minister Aldo Rebelo insists he remains affiliated with the DC party and continues his presidential pre-campaign. - The DC national leadership decided to expel Rebelo, but he claims he has no…
Evidence Suggests 'Rachadinha' Scheme in Deputy Mário Frias's Office Involving Former Employee
- Evidence suggests that a former employee of federal deputy Mário Frias engaged in 'rachadinha,' a scheme where public funds are allegedly embezzled. - Bank transfer receipts indicate the ex-employee…
Brazil's Samara Martins, Sole Female Presidential Pre-Candidate, Polls at 3%
- Samara Martins, a pre-candidate for Brazil's presidency from the UP party, has achieved 3% of voter intention in a Datafolha poll. - She is the only woman currently pre-running for the presidency an…
PCC-linked businessmen strike plea deal in Bahia tax evasion probe
- Two businessmen, identified as Roberto Augusto Lemes da Silva (
Is Flávio Bolsonaro's Candidacy at Risk? TSE Ministers Weigh In
- Flávio Bolsonaro's political candidacy faces potential hurdles due to his alleged financial ties with Daniel Vorcaro, linked to the Banco Master scandal. - While legally there is currently no impedi…
AI in the Judicial Process: Cognition Versus Algorithms
- Two lawyers in Brazil's Pará state are accused of attempting to bypass an AI system in a labor court by inserting hidden commands into their legal filings. - The technique, known as 'prompt injectio…
After Gilmar's criticism, Zema reacts: ‘Real Brazil doesn’t speak fancy Portuguese’
- Minas Gerais ex-governor Romeu Zema, a presidential hopeful, outlined an "implacable" plan for a potential government, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and privatization. - Zema responded to critic…
Bolsonaro Film Producer Says 90% of Costs Funded by Investigated Banker
- The film 'Dark Horse,' produced by members of the Liberal Party (PL) to tell the story of former President Jair Bolsonaro, has incurred costs of approximately R$ 65.7 million (US$ 13 million). - Ove…
CNJ says judge is not a 'rubber stamp' and denies prosecutors' action to manage settlement money
- The National Justice Council (CNJ) ruled that judges, not prosecutors, have the authority to manage funds from plea bargains and non-prosecution agreements. - The decision rejected an attempt by 70 …
Flávio Bolsonaro's Support Crumbles in Southeast; Lula Gains Momentum
- A new poll shows Senator Flávio Bolsonaro's support in Brazil's Southeast region, a traditional stronghold, has dropped significantly, losing 10 percentage points in one month. - The decline coincid…
Shielded by the STF, 'penduricalho' boosts salaries and pays R$ 31 million to state prosecutors in SP
- State prosecutors in São Paulo, Brazil, received R$ 31 million in 'permanence bonuses' in March, significantly boosting their salaries. - This benefit, paid to those eligible for retirement but choo…
STF revokes decision that took down report on Dallagnol's ineligibility
- Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Flávio Dino overturned an electoral court's decision to remove a report on Deltan Dallagnol's ineligibility. - The original ruling had also prohibited further publicat…
Bolsonaro's Bid to Overturn Coup Conviction Assigned to Supreme Court Justice
- Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Kassio Nunes Marques has been assigned as the rapporteur for Jair Bolsonaro's criminal review request. - Bolsonaro's defense seeks to overturn a 27-year sentence for a…
PF Operation Against Ciro Nogueira Could Impact PP's Election Alliances; See Behind the Scenes
- The Federal Police have launched an operation targeting Ciro Nogueira, the national president of the Progressive Party (PP) and a key figure in Brazil's political center. - Nogueira, a former minist…
Vanguard News Lists All 48 Head Coaches for 2026 FIFA World Cup
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 participating countries. - The article provides a comprehensive list of all head coaches for these nations. - Coaches are responsible for team tactics, squad …
NSW Gun Industry Warns of Plummeting Sales, Calls for Buyback to Be Scrapped
- New South Wales faces pressure to implement a gun buyback scheme following the Bondi massacre, but the firearms industry reports plummeting sales. - Industry representatives argue that new regulatio…
Eduardo Bolsonaro Mocks Lula-Trump Meeting, Questions 'National Sovereignty'
- Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, criticized President Lula da Silva's meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, questioning national sovereignty. - He accused Lula of prese…
Bolsonaro Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Hospitalized for Observation Amidst House Arrest
- Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro underwent shoulder surgery on Friday and is hospitalized for observation. - The surgery required authorization from Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Mora…
Brazil Senate Rejects Lula's Supreme Court Nominee in Historic Vote
- Brazil's Senate rejected President Lula's nomination of Jorge Messias to the Supreme Court. - This marks the first time in 132 years the Senate has rejected a presidential STF nominee. - STF Ministe…
Nominee Messias stresses judicial self-restraint in Brazilian Supreme Court hearing
- Jorge Messias, nominated by President Lula for the Supreme Court, emphasized judicial self-restraint during his Senate confirmation hearing. - Messias stressed the importance of institutional harmon…
Brazil's Supreme Court to Hear Defamation Case Against Former President Bolsonaro
- Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) ruled it has jurisdiction to hear a defamation lawsuit against former President Jair Bolsonaro. - The lawsuit was filed by federal prosecutor Monique Cheker Mend…
Brazilian Columnist Decries Selective Application of Rights, Erosion of Freedoms
- A Brazilian columnist, Fernando Schüler, critiques the increasing relativization and selectivity of rights in Brazil, particularly concerning freedom of expression and parliamentary immunity. - Schü…
São Paulo Government Launches Forest Fire Prevention Program on Highways
- The São Paulo state government is launching a new program to prevent and combat forest fires along state highways. - The initiative, announced at Agrishow 2026, focuses on creating and maintaining f…
Apps: Boulos stalls negotiations, opposition challenges Planalto to secure votes in plenary
- Negotiations over the regulation of app-based drivers and delivery workers have stalled in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies. - Minister Guilherme Boulos has halted discussions, deeming the current propo…
Organized Crime CPI Seeks Impeachment of Supreme Court Justices and Prosecutor General
- A final report from a Senate committee investigating organized crime has called for the impeachment of four high-ranking judicial officials, including Supreme Court ministers and the Prosecutor Gene…
Ramagem's US Detention: Deportation, Extradition, or Asylum? Possible Scenarios
- Former Brazilian congressman Alexandre Ramagem has been detained in the US by ICE, facing potential deportation or extradition to Brazil. - Ramagem is convicted in Brazil for crimes including orches…
