According to Bloomberg, BRICS leaders are preparing for a virtual summit after Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called for urgent talks to counter Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.


BRICS summit called to counter Trump’s tariff offensive: report

Brazil’s former Prime Minister appeared in court as his high-profile coup trial enters its final phase. Accused of plotting to overturn democratic institutions, the ex-leader is facing serious charges that could reshape Brazil’s political future. The case has sparked nationwide debate and international attention.

 Brazil's ex-PM appears before court as his coup trial enters final phase

The U.S. has imposed steep duties on India and Brazil, raising trade tensions. Russian President Vladimir Putin has denounced what he calls “discriminatory” sanctions targeting BRICS nations, escalating the global economic standoff.


Putin calls out 'discriminatory' sanctions against BRICS nations

Brazil has proposed an extraordinary BRICS summit to align a collective response to US trade challenges, following the recent increase in US tariffs on Brazilian goods.

Brazil Requests BRICS Meeting to Counter US Trade Threats

Brazil is doubling down on its strategic partnership with China as tensions rise with the United States. Under President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, ties with Beijing are reaching historic highs, bolstered by trade, investment, and political alignment. With China reaffirming its support for Brazil’s sovereignty and ambitions in the Global South, both nations are signaling a growing axis of cooperation, especially as U.S. tariffs and political interference push Brazil to look eastward.

Brazilians favoring China over USA? | Trump's 50% tariffs shift public sentiment 

Brazil's Bolsonaro Placed Under 24-Hour Watch as Judge Declares Ex-Prez a Flight Risk | WION News


Brazil's Bolsonaro Placed Under 24-Hour Watch as Judge Declares Ex-Prez a Flight Risk | WION

Brazil police accuses Bolsonaro and his son Eduardo of meddling in the coup trial



Dozens rallied outside the U.S. Consulate in São Paulo to protest President Trump’s steep tariffs on Brazilian goods and his backing of Israel in the Gaza conflict. Demonstrators condemned U.S. foreign policy and called for respect for Brazil's sovereignty.

Protesters in São Paulo decry Trump’s Tariffs and support for Israel

As Trump continues to impose higher tariffs on Latin American countries, China is growing closer to them. Trump is shrugging off any such concerns, but China's growing influence in the US neighbourhood will have long-term implications.

US is ‘blowing everyone away’,Trump dismisses China-Latin America growing trade ties

Brazilian President Lula is rallying BRICS leaders—including Modi and Xi—to coordinate a unified response to U.S. trade pressure. Facing steep tariffs of up to 50%, Brazil is rejecting direct engagement with Trump and instead intensifying ties with BRICS partners to uphold economic sovereignty and resist unilateral pressure.


Brazil's Lula seeks BRICKS unity as US Tariffs spike

Nine people, including six men and three women, were killed and seven injured after a powerful explosion tore through an explosives company in southern Brazil’s Quatro Barras on Tuesday (August 12). The blast, at Enaex Brasil, damaged nearby homes and left debris scattered across the area. Firefighters searched the site for victims and evidence as authorities cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the cause.


Brazil Explosives Factory Blast Leaves Nine Dead

A couple in Brazil stopped on a cliff to have sex in their car. However, their activity led the vehicle to start moving forward, ultimately falling 1,300 feet off the edge despite their hand brake being engaged. They were flung out of the car several feet away. 

Sexual escapade on a cliff kills Brazilian couple as their car rolls down 1,300 feet

Just last month, Bolsonaro had been fitted with an ankle monitor and was barred from online activity. The ban also extended to third parties sharing his public remarks. However, on Sunday, his allies livestreamed a call between Bolsonaro and his son during a rally in Rio de Janeiro.

Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro put under house arrest for 'treating court like a fool', defying social media ban

Governor Tarcisio de Freitas highlighted concerns from various sectors, prompting emergency support initiatives. Political backlash against President Lula has emerged from governors of major exporting states, criticizing his diplomatic efforts. 

Trump’s 50% tariff threat may shrink Brazil's economy, hit 120,000 jobs

Journalist stumbles on missing girl's dead body: A young girl went missing after going for a swim in a river in Brazil, and a journalist was reporting about the strong current of the river when he felt something under his feet. It was the missing girl.

Brazilian journalist stumbles upon same missing girl's dead body whose story he was reporting. Watch

Brazil former President Bolsonaro is also barred from using social media or contacting other people who are under investigation by the Supreme Federal Court, including his son, Eduardo Bolsonaro. 

Brazil’s former President Bolsonaro has to wear electronic ankle monitor now - Why and what does it do?

In 2025, the global economy enters a period of realignment, US tariffs fuel inflation, China retools Asian trade routes, the UK and Brazil face growth hurdles, while Argentina makes rare progress against hyperinflation.

US inflation expected to pick up as Trump’s tariffs bite

PM Modi arrived in Brasília on Monday evening, as per local time, after attending the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. He is visiting the country at the invitation of the Brazilian president. 

Indian classical music, 114 horses: PM Modi receives grand welcome in Brazil | WATCH

The global south-led organisation BRICS expand to 56 per cent of the world population and 44 per cent of the global GDP. BRICS leaders are meeting in Rio, Brazil, on July 6-7 for the 17th BRICS summit. Which countries are part of the 17th BRICS summit in 2025?

44% of global GDP, 56% of world population: Which countries are part of the 17th BRICS summit in 2025?

Julianas family was reportedly shown videos of rescue teams taking food, water and warm clothing to her, which were fake and AI-generated. Why did the officials trick them into believing she had been saved

'All videos were lie': Family of Brazilian woman who died inside active volcano says they were tricked with AI videos

Vietnam becomes the tenth nation to join the BRICS as a partner country, following Belarus, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda, and Uzbekistan. 

Vietnam joins BRICS as partner country: Here’s why its inclusion matters

Brazil were held to a lackluster goalless draw against Ecuador in coach Carlo Ancelotti World Cup qualifying debut with the team on Thursday.

2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Brazil draw against Ecuador on coach Carlo Ancelotti's debut

Brazil fights bird flu outbreak with emergency measures and has confirmed its first commercial farm case.

Brazil battles bird flu outbreak with emergency measures

Brazilian police thwart a bomb attack plot targeting Lady Gaga's concert, arresting two individuals linked to a hate group. The suspects allegedly posed as members of the singer's fan club to recruit accomplices.

Brazil: Police foil bomb plot targeting packed Lady Gaga concert in Rio

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BRICS summit called to counter Trump’s tariff offensive: report

Brazil's ex-PM appears before court as his coup trial enters final phase

Putin calls out 'discriminatory' sanctions against BRICS nations

Brazil Requests BRICS Meeting to Counter US Trade Threats

Brazilians favoring China over USA? | Trump's 50% tariffs shift public sentiment

Brazil's Bolsonaro Placed Under 24-Hour Watch as Judge Declares Ex-Prez a Flight Risk | WION

Brazil police accuses Bolsonaro and his son Eduardo of meddling in the coup trial

Protesters in São Paulo decry Trump’s Tariffs and support for Israel

US is ‘blowing everyone away’, Trump dismisses China-Latin America trade ties

Brazil's Lula seeks BRICKS unity as US Tariffs spike

Brazil Explosives Factory Blast Leaves Nine Dead

Sexual escapade on a cliff kills Brazilian couple as car rolls down 1,300 feet

Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro put under house arrest for defying social media ban

Trump’s 50% tariff threat may shrink Brazil's economy, hit 120,000 jobs

Journalist stumbles upon missing girl's body in river while reporting her story

Brazil’s former prez Bolsonaro has to wear ankle monitor - What does it do?

US inflation expected to pick up as Trump’s tariffs bite

Indian classical music, 114 horses: PM Modi receives grand welcome in Brazil

BRICS expand to 56% of the world: Which countries are in 17th BRICS summit 2025

Brazilian woman dies inside active volcano, family claims trickery via AI videos

Vietnam joins BRICS as partner country: Here’s why its inclusion matters

2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Brazil draw against Ecuador on coach Carlo Ancelotti's debut

Brazil battles bird flu outbreak with emergency measures

Brazil: Police foil bomb plot targeting packed Lady Gaga concert in Rio