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Bridge collapse in Brazil leaves at least 2 dead, dozen missing
A bridge linking two northern states in Brazil collapsed, sending cars and trucks plunging into the river below. A sulphuric acid spill is complicating the rescue operation.
Brazil bridge collapses, spilling sulfuric acid into river
At least one person died in the collapse, which happened as a city councilman who had complained about the bridge's problems was shooting video.
Thousands of liters of chemicals dumped into Brazilian river during deadly bridge collapse
Brazilian authorities are investigating after a bridge collapsed Sunday, killing at least four people and sending trucks loaded with sulfuric acid and pesticides plunging into a river, raising concerns about water contamination.
Toxic spill fears follow deadly Brazil bridge collapse
Lorries containing pesticides and sulphuric acid plunged into the Tocantins river in the north of the country.
Brazil probes risks from chemicals after tankers plunged off collapsed bridge
Brazilian state and federal authorities were assessing on Tuesday the risks of water contamination after trucks carrying sulfuric acid and agricultural pesticides plunged into a river on Sunday in a deadly bridge collapse.
Toll Rises In Brazil Bridge Collapse That Caused Acid Dump
The death toll in a Brazilian bridge collapse that occurred on the weekend rose to four on Tuesday, with the search for another 13 people missing made perilous by trucks with tons of acid falling into the water,
Brazil posts $3.1 billion current account deficit in November
Brazil recorded a current account deficit of $3.1 billion in November, the central bank said on Monday, widening the 12-month ...
Brazil’s Lula Says He’ll Stay ‘Vigilant’ on Need for New Fiscal Measures
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said his government had taken steps to safeguard Brazil’s fiscal rules and reaffirmed his ...
Brazil's currency drops to weakest level yet 4 as Lula's fiscal measures debated
Brazil’s real has fallen to its weakest level against the dollar since the currency was introduced in 1994, undercut by ...
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Environmental groups condemn new laws threatening soybean restrictions in Brazil's Amazon
BRASILIA, Brazil (AP) — Dozens of environmental nonprofits issued a manifesto Thursday condemning new laws in Brazilian ...
Brazil’s Lula Leaves Hospital After Emergency Brain Surgery
Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been discharged from the hospital following emergency brain surgery and ...
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All eyes are on Brazil
"If humanity is to overcome the unprecedented threat of weaponized disinformation and digital populism, Brazil is an ...
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Tips: What's the Best Time to Travel to Brazil?
Brazil is a destination that has it all: breathtaking landscapes, a vibrant culture, and unique hospitality. From the beaches ...
Brazil's Lula returns to regular duties after head surgery
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva returned to Brasilia on Thursday and his regular duties, after getting the ...
Brazil’s Lula undergoes a second procedure to stop brain bleed
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva had a second procedure on Thursday morning to stop a brain ...
Brazil: 163 Workers Rescued From 'Slave-Like' Conditions At Chinese Electric Vehicle Maker BYD's Construction Site In Bahia
Brazilian authorities have rescued 163 workers from conditions similar to "slavery" at a construction site for a factory of ...