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Lula Wins Fourth Presidential Term in Brazil as Bolsonaro’s Son Concedes Defeat

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has secured another term in office, winning a closely contested presidential election against conservative senator Flávio Bolsonaro and extending his leadership of Latin America’s largest economy through 2030. According to results released......

Brazil Election 2026: Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro Face Crucial Presidential Runoff

Brazil’s presidential election entered its decisive phase on Saturday, October 24, as incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and conservative challenger Flavio Bolsonaro staged their final campaign rallies ahead of a closely contested runoff. Large crowds gathered in Rio de Janeiro,......

Lula challenges election rival Flávio Bolsonaro to disclose bank accounts and phone records

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has challenged his presidential rival, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, to disclose their bank account records and phone contents in response to corruption allegations directed at the government. The exchange took place during an election debate on......

Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Separated by Two Points in New Brazil Election Poll

Brazil’s presidential race is tightening ahead of the October 25 runoff, with a new Datafolha poll placing incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at 49% of voting intentions and conservative senator Flávio Bolsonaro at 51%. The survey, published on Thursday, puts the two candidates......

Brazil’s Senate approves constitutional amendment to reduce weekly working hours

Brazil’s Senate has approved a constitutional amendment aimed at reducing the maximum working week from 44 to 40 hours without cutting existing wages, marking a significant development in the country’s labour policy. The measure passed on Wednesday with overwhelming support, receiving 75......

Brazil cuts fuel taxes two weeks before presidential runoff

Brazil's government has announced new tax exemptions on fuel and an expansion of existing subsidies in an effort to contain prices, just under two weeks before a closely contested presidential runoff. The measures come as the cost of fuel remains a major concern for voters preparing to choose between......

Lula warns Iran conflict is driving up global fuel and food costs

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has warned that the conflict involving Iran is creating wider economic repercussions, pushing up the cost of fuel, fertilizers and food in markets around the world. Speaking to CNN, Lula said the disruption was being felt far beyond the Middle East,......

Brazil election: scandals cast shadow over Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro campaigns

Brazil's upcoming election is unfolding against a familiar backdrop: investigations involving prominent political figures and their families are once again becoming part of the national campaign. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his rival Flavio Bolsonaro come from opposing political camps,......

Brazil presidential race turns campaign jingles into political weapons

Brazil’s presidential race is entering a more intense phase, and the battle for voters is increasingly being fought through a distinctly Brazilian political tradition: the campaign jingle. With music deeply embedded in the country’s public and popular culture, leading candidates are turning......