When Can Fathers Claim Maternity Pay in Brazil?
Brazilian fathers can receive maternity pay if the mother dies during childbirth or in adoption cases. Learn who qualifies and how to apply via INSS.
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Maria da Penha Law: 20 Years of Progress and Challenges
Brazil's Maria da Penha Law turns 20 in 2026. Despite progress, femicide rose 4.7% in 2025, with 1,568 women killed. Enforcement remains challenging.
Rio Cancels School Friday Over 90 km/h Winds
Rio de Janeiro canceled public school classes on Friday due to wind gusts forecast above 90 km/h. Find safety tips and what residents should do.
Care Overload Leaves Women Exposed to Violence
Brazilian women spend 21.3 h/week on care work vs 11.7 h for men. Experts explain how this overload fuels domestic violence on the Maria da Penha
Brazil Toughens Laws on Child Sexual Crimes Online
Brazil's Law 15,487 (Aug 2026) toughens penalties for online child sexual crimes, bans AI-generated abuse material and allows warrantless virtual
Brazil May Make HPV Vaccine Mandatory
Brazil's PL 969/26 bill proposes mandatory HPV vaccination and cervical cancer screening in the SUS. Here's what it means for residents and expats.
Brazil's Contemplated Letter: How It Works
Learn how Brazil's carta contemplada works: skip the lottery queue, pay a premium, and buy property as a cash payer with no interest on the balance.
Four RS Cities Win Federal Emergency Status
Four Rio Grande do Sul cities — Ametista do Sul, Frederico Westphalen, Nova Bassano and Santa Tereza — received federal emergency status after July storms.
830K Phones Stolen in Brazil in 2025
Brazil had 830,890 phone thefts in 2025 — 9% fewer than 2024. Learn why pickpocketing is rising, its financial impact, and what to do if stolen.
Detran-DF suspends 827 drivers for violations
Detran-DF suspended 827 drivers in the Federal District for serious traffic violations. The list was published in the Diário Oficial do DF on 6 August.
Greater SP Quality-of-Life Ranking 2024
São Caetano do Sul tops Greater São Paulo's quality-of-life ranking, while Pirapora do Bom Jesus ranks last. See what the Inequality Map measures.
Gut and Semen Bacteria May Affect Fertility
Danish scientists studied gut, vaginal and semen microbiomes in 353 infertile couples, finding links to pregnancy outcomes, live births and miscarriage.
UN FAO: Food Prices to Rise Until End of 2027
FAO warns food prices will rise through 2026-2027 due to Iran-Israel war, Ukraine conflict and El Niño. What it means for Brazil and your grocery bill.
SP Rodízio Suspended During CPTM Strike
São Paulo's rodízio is suspended all day Wednesday due to the CPTM strike on Lines 11-Coral, 12-Safira and 13-Jade. See what commuters should do.
SP Train Strike Day 2: Rodízio Suspended
São Paulo train lines 11, 12 and 13 strike enters day two. Rodízio suspended. Metro and other CPTM lines run normally. Court fined union R$400k/day.
Violence cost Rio an extra R$ 31.1 bn: Firjan
Crime cost Rio de Janeiro an extra R$ 31.1 billion, a Firjan study from August 2026 reveals. Learn what this means for residents, investors and expats.
AI in Brazilian Schools: Only 22% Have Rules
TIC Educação 2025: 37% of Brazilian schools allow student AI use, but only 22% have formal guidelines. Key facts for expat families.
São Paulo Train Strike Halts 3 Lines
São Paulo railway workers strike halts Lines 11, 12 and 13 including Airport Express. Vehicle rotation suspended. Metro and other lines run normally.
CPTM Strike Halts Three Train Lines in SP
CPTM strike in São Paulo halts Lines 11, 12 partially and Line 13 fully, affecting 1 million commuters. Car restrictions lifted; emergency buses deployed.
SP Train Strike Hits Lines 11, 12 and 13
São Paulo railway workers strike on 4 Aug 2026, halting Lines 11-Coral, 12-Sapphire and 13-Jade over failures by concessionaire Trivia Trens.