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US House Committee publishes confidential decisions of Moraes Dozens of judicial determinations taken in the investigation of digital militias were published. Most refer to Moraes’ orders to suspend extremist profiles The Judicial Committee of the United States House of Representatives released dozens of decisions by Minister Alexandre de Moraes, of the Supreme Court (STF). The court orders were sent to companies that manage digital platforms, such as X (formerly Twitter) and Meta, owner of Facebook and WhatsApp. In all, 28 judicial decisions in English, 23 orders in Portuguese and 37 determinations of the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) were published on…
There has been a decision in the lawsuit filed by Trump Media & Technology Group and Rumble against Alexandre de Moraes in the U.S. federal court in Tampa, Florida. On February 25, 2025, U.S. District Judge Virginia Hernandez Covington denied their request for a preliminary injunction. This lawsuit, initiated on February 19, 2025, sought to block Moraes’s orders to suspend Rumble accounts linked to Allan dos Santos, a Brazilian right-wing commentator living in the U.S., arguing these directives violated U.S. free speech laws and sovereignty.
Support for Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has dipped sharply and now trail his disapproval rating, a CNT/MDA poll showed on Tuesday, the latest in a series of surveys pointing to views of the leftist leader turning negative.
Brazil Economy Minister speaks at a BTG Pactual event Fernando Haddad, Brazil’s Finance Minister, is striking a balanced tone. He’s acknowledging the need to tidy up the country’s public finances: think of it as getting the national checkbook in order—but he’s also saying, “Hey, let’s not get obsessed with just cutting costs and balancing budgets.” His point is that economic growth isn’t some optional side dish; it’s the main course for making fiscal adjustments sustainable. Without growth, you’re just squeezing an already dry sponge. At this BTG Pactual event, he’s signaling confidence in the government’s reform plans, hinting at a…
Alexandre de Moraes, a Brazilian Supreme Court Justice, delivered a pointed critique of large technology companies—commonly referred to as “big techs”—during an *aula magna* (inaugural lecture) at the University of São Paulo (USP) Faculty of Law on February 24, 2025. His statement, “For big techs, democracy is a business,” defines his argument that these corporations treat democratic processes as a commodity to be exploited for profit and influence, rather than a principle to be upheld.
Trump, Macron display stark differences on Ukraine despite friendly veneer Macron is first European leader to visit since Trump began his second term Macron say Russia ‘is the aggressor’ in Ukraine Trump, Macron agree on concept of European peacekeepers once peace deal agreed WASHINGTON- U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron displayed stark differences on Monday in their approach to Ukraine, exposing a divide between the United States and Europe over Trump’s bid for a quick ceasefire deal with Russia.
The United Arab Emirates plans to invest $40 billion in Italy, the two countries said at a bilateral summit in Rome, without providing any time frame.
A newly updated Orange County ordinance that provides better protection to valuable wetlands has received the Excellence in Conservation and Countryside Diamond Award from the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council (ECFRPC).
The year 2025 has begun, and Brazil is already vibrating to the rhythm of Carnival. Streets, squares, and sambadromes across the country are preparing to explode with color, energy, and joy as millions of people gather to celebrate one of the world’s most iconic festivals. This annual spectacle, set to take place from February 28 to March 4, will showcase Brazil’s diverse cultural expressions through dazzling parades, pulsating street parties, and a sea of extravagant costumes.
PepsiCo has joined the growing list of major U.S. companies that are making changes to their diversity, equity and inclusion programs as President Donald Trump pushes to dismantle the practice across the federal government and private sector. The Frito-Lay to 7Up maker will end DEI workforce representation goals and transition its chief DEI officer to a broader role looking into associate engagement and leadership development, according to a memo to company associates. The officer will also continue working on its 2021 “A Space to Be You” program.