Brazil, bridge and Tocantins River

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.
Bridge collapse in Brazil leaves at least 2 dead and a dozen others missing
Brazilian police say that that at least two people have been killed and a dozen others are missing after the collapse of a bridge that linked two northern states.
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.
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.
Death toll in bridge collapse in Brazil jumps to 8, with at least 9 people still missing
Brazilian authorities say more bodies have been found after the collapse of a bridge linking two northern states, raising the death toll from the accident to eight.
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 bridge collapse kills at least four, dozen still missing
A bridge connecting two states in Brazil's northern and northeastern regions collapsed on Sunday (December 22) as vehicles were crossing. Rescue divers had to await confirmation from scientists that the water was safe to enter before embarking on search missions,
Acid risk contained in deadly Brazil bridge collapse
Authorities in Brazil on Thursday said the risk of acid pollution from a bridge collapse in the country's north has been contained, as they raised the death toll from the disaster to eight.A local government environment official,
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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All eyes are on Brazil
"If humanity is to overcome the unprecedented threat of weaponized disinformation and digital populism, Brazil is an ...
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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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 ...
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Brazil's ex-defense minister arrested for meddling in probe of coup
RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) -Police arrested Brazil's former Defense Minister Walter Braga Netto ... Rio de Janeiro and the ...
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Brazil’s Lula leaves intensive care but stays in hospital
Doctors say the president is expected to leave the hospital early next week and will be able to return to the capital Brasilia to resume work fully.
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 ...
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Brazil Lifts Ban on Saipem's Business Units
Saipem and Saipem do Brasil have become fully operational with state-owned companies in the Brazilian market following the ...