Geopolitics

A rare earths mine in Goiás, sold to the US for US$ 2.8 billion, never belonged to Brazil, but has now become a central piece in the global dispute between mineral sovereignty, geopolitical influence, strategic industry, and the global race for critical minerals dominated by China.

Caio Aviz 07/05/2026 at 17:41

Interesting facts

The psychology of constant interruptions reveals why some people interrupt others all the time, dominate conversations without realizing it, and turn common dialogues into exhausting and uncomfortable situations.

Caio Aviz 07/05/2026 at 17:38

Corporate News

China reveals silent 60 kW hybrid drone that reduces noise and thermal signature — a direct challenge to the US in drone warfare

Douglas Avila 07/05/2026 at 17:32

Interesting facts

Why can’t planes fly in these places in Brazil? “Invisible areas” in the sky protect military bases, power plants, government centers, and zones where even drones can be blocked by the FAB

Valdemar Medeiros 07/05/2026 at 17:17

Legislation and Law

‘Loan shark can work,’ but with limits, and lending money with interest is not a crime! STJ decides that collection between individuals is permitted and maintains the obligation to return the principal amount; see rules, limits, and when there is abuse

Alisson Ficher 07/05/2026 at 17:13

Interesting facts

New free RG with same-day issuance and first-come, first-served service; the community outreach event will also offer debt negotiation, social tariffs, and legal support in Serra (ES).

Alisson Ficher 07/05/2026 at 17:10

Automotive

End of the Toyota era: with a hybrid engine of up to 235 hp, BYD King surpasses Corolla for the first time in Brazilian retail and accelerates Chinese advancement in the mid-size sedan segment.

Alisson Ficher 07/05/2026 at 17:04

Science and Technology

Elon Musk’s internet comes to mobile: Starlink technology connects smartphones without an antenna via satellite, works even without carrier signal, already costs just US$10 extra in the US, and could arrive in Brazil as an included benefit.

Alisson Ficher 07/05/2026 at 17:02

Interesting facts

A Brazilian beach is seeing the sea get closer: erosion advances up to 1.85 meters per year, Justice suspends emergency works on the coast of SP, and almost half of São Vicente’s sandy strip already suffers from storm surges and coastal advance.

Alisson Ficher 07/05/2026 at 17:00

Labor Law

Can a company require criminal background checks for hiring? Understand when the request is allowed and in which cases it can become discrimination.

Caio Aviz 07/05/2026 at 16:58

Interesting facts

A glacier held a mountain for centuries, but when it gave way without warning in Alaska, it created a 481-meter tsunami larger than the Burj Khalifa and revealed how global warming can transform isolated fjords into sudden disaster zones.

Felipe Alves da Silva 07/05/2026 at 16:55

Labor Law

Government submits a bill to Congress to reduce the workweek to 40 hours without a pay cut

Noel Budeguer 07/05/2026 at 16:44