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Diario de Pernambuco edition from 1829

Despite historical recognition of its archive, 200-year-old Brazilian newspaper faces financial and legal woes

Diario de Pernambuco reported on monarchy, pandemics and wars. It’s struggling to pay its debts to continue telling the stories of Brazil.

: "Cover of the book 'A Globo: Hegemony 1965-1984,' the first volume of a trilogy about Brazil's TV Globo network by journalist and professor Ernesto Rodrigues. The cover features a close-up of a camera lens with dynamic green and blue lighting effects."

New book tells story of how Globo became an empire during Brazilian dictatorship

A detailed investigation reveals the complex interplay of collaboration, coercion, and cultural influence that shaped the network’s trajectory and Brazil’s modern history.

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Twenty years later, Brazilian journalist reveals identity of woman whose story captured the country

The book Dona Vitória Joana da Paz tells the story of the woman who fought against organized crime in one of Rio de Janeiro’s most famous neighborhoods, Copacabana.

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Acquisition of Brazilian legislative watchdog Congresso em Foco may signal online media consolidation

Judicial news portal Migalhas has acquired Congresso em Foco, a respected voice in Brazilian political coverage. The landmark deal is likely a pivotal moment for niche journalism and points toward a trend of consolidation in digital media.

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Gender-based violence against journalists in Brazil falls, but attacks are increasingly intense

Brazilian investigative association Abraji reports a continued decrease in gender-based violence against journalists. However, press advocates say the nature of attacks is still serious.

A diverse group of people poses for a group photo in a room with bright lighting. Behind them, a screen displays the word 'Transmídia,' and a transgender pride flag is visible on the wall.

New site by and for trans people in Brazil aims to cover politics and everyday trans experiences

Transmídia, Brazil's first journalism outlet dedicated to trans issues, is staffed entirely by trans people with a mission to promote inclusion and combat misinformation.

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How digital native outlets are cultivating communities of supporters

The book “Brick by Brick” explains how digital native news outlets in Brazil and Colombia are fostering communities of financial supporters to sustain journalism. It’s an exercise in persistence and resilience.

Image of a man listening to the radio among trees in the Brazilian state of Acre

In Brazil’s Amazon, local radio stations are covering social and environmental issues and challenging powerful interests

A map by InfoAmazonia shows dozens of independent radio stations broadcasting from remote rainforest communities. Despite financial pressures, many confront agribusinesses while highlighting Indigenous and environmental rights.

Two women are standing on a stage during a journalism festival. One, on the left, is wearing sunglasses and a white shirt, while the other, on the right, is holding a microphone and wearing a colorful shirt and black pants.

Brasis Newsletter highlights strength and diversity of digital native journalism in Brazil

A newsletter produced by the Digital Journalism Association (Ajor) to promote Brazilian digital native media shares stories from local journalism that echo national and global issues.

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Diversity in perspective and audience helps Latin American digital native media tackle polarization, according to researcher

Brazilian journalist Vanessa de Macedo Higgins Joyce focused on Argentina, Brazil and Colombia and found ways in which digital news media can build consensus in polarized societies.

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In Brazil’s sea of news sites, this seal will certify which show commitment to their audiences​​

Projor’s new program assesses news sites based on 11 quality indicators, including author information, correction policies and funding transparency.

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How two reporters found 63 political candidates wanted by courts in Brazil

After publication of a G1 investigation, federal police arrested 36 candidates for municipal elections who were wanted by Brazilian courts.