Brazil
Meta says Lula and Bolsonaro receive equal treatment ahead of Brazil runoff
The company says it has complied with Brazil’s electoral court order and introduced a human review system for presidential campaign advertising.
WORLD
Meta faces Brazil protest over claims of unequal election treatment
Lula’s coalition alleges Instagram restrictions, while a local report says Meta recommended Bolsonaro’s profile and WhatsApp channel to users.
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Meta denies political bias in Brazil after court orders equal treatment for Lula, Bolsonaro
The lawsuit was initiated by Lula’s campaign, which accused the company that owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp of using biased algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI) restrictions to favour Bolsonaro.
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WORLD
Brazil presidential election pits Lula against Trump ally Bolsonaro
Incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva faces off against Trump ally Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in the 2026 Brazil General Elections.
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SPORTS
Substitute Lino bags brace as Brazil humble India 4-0 in historic Kolkata friendly
Estevao and Pedro also scored for Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil against Khali Jamil's India at the Salt Lake Stadium.
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SPORTS
Stage is set for India's biggest-ever football match against mighty Brazil in Kolkata
India and Brazil will play a FIFA friendly in Kolkata on October 3, starting 7.30 pm.
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WORLD
Brazil’s Lula seeks another term as presidential election draws regional attention
Brazilian President Lula seeks another term against Flavio Bolsonaro as political polarisation and US-Brazil tensions shape the election campaign.
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Bolivia arrests two Brazilian gang leaders in joint security operation
The detainees were identified as leaders of the PCC and Comando Vermelho criminal gangs.
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“Brazilian democracy belongs to Brazilians", president Lula amidst alleged US influence in upcoming elections
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva also urged world leaders to take stronger action in response to intensifying global conflicts while speaking at UN General Assembly.
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WORLD
Brazil moves to bar candidates with criminal ties ahead of October election
Electoral authorities are using evidence to challenge candidacies as organised crime groups increasingly seek influence in politics.
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Lula raises Bolsa Familia payments by 15% ahead of Brazil vote
Brazil’s president increases the minimum monthly benefit to 691 reais ($134), with millions of families set to receive the higher payments from October 19.
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Brazil court probe examines alleged criminal links to Bolsonaro biopic
Justice Flávio Dino cites suspected links to a criminal network as investigation involving Senator Flávio Bolsonaro and ally Mário Frias expands.
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Brazil farmers rally in Belo Horizonte for agrarian reform
Agricultural workers from Minas Gerais marched in Belo Horizonte, calling for greater rural electricity access, democracy and national sovereignty.
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Brazil cuts fuel taxes as US-Iran war pushes oil prices above $100
The measures announced on Wednesday include tax cuts on the import and sale of ethanol, gasoline and gasoline blend, effective for 30 days.
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INDIA
BRICS Summit: India seeks economic cooperation amid geopolitical divisions
Former diplomat Mahesh Sachdev said BRICS’ 20-year milestone is a turning point and highlighted India’s role as a bridge between BRICS and the West.
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WORLD
Brazil election: Flavio Bolsonaro's supporters protest against president Lula
Some 28,500 people gathered in Sao Paulo as Bolsonaro sought to revive mass conservative demonstrations led by his father.
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