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Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro debate security in 1st confrontation
GCM arrests man suspected of harassing teenager on Ponta Grossa bus
GCM arrests suspect in sexual harassment case on Ponta Grossa bus after passenger intervention. 17-year-old teenager was attended to by the team.
Final stretch: Lula bets on popular measures and Flávio on social programs
In the final stretch of the second round, Lula bets on popular measures such as zero tariff and end of 6x1 schedule to turn the game, while Flávio Bolsonaro seeks to reinforce that he will maintain social programs. Polls show a technical tie between the candidates.
Zucchini Lasagna: a light recipe for Sunday
A lighter alternative to traditional lasagna, made with zucchini slices alternating with pasta, tomato sauce and cheeses. The preparation takes about 35 minutes in the oven and yields a comforting meal for family lunch.
Ponta Grossa Municipality laments death of municipal guard
Diogo Santos Machado died on Saturday (17); viewing will take place at Luto Santana Chapel and burial is scheduled for Monday (19)
ACGF beats Cianorte and advances to Paranaense semifinal
ACGF defeats Cianorte in Ponta Grossa and takes the lead in the Bronze Series quarters. Find out who scored and when the return match will be.
Footing Accident at Soccer Field Kills Child and Man in the U.S.
A six-year-old child and a 35-year-old man died after a woman drove onto a soccer field and ran over people during a junior championship in Wichita, Kansas. Eleven people were injured, five of them children. The driver, 34 years old, is in custody and authorities are investigating the case.
Identified 18-year-old youth who died after being hit by a car in Ponta Grossa
Youth killed in traffic accident in Ponta Grossa is identified as Claudinei Lima Fagundes, 18. The accident left two others injured.
Weekly tarot: predictions for the signs from October 19 to 25
The tarot cards for the week of October 19 to 25, 2026, bring messages of firmness, decisions, partnerships, and new beginnings. Check the predictions for all signs.
Dionne Warwick sings Ary Barroso and Tom Jobim in Rio
Dionne Warwick moved the Rio crowd with her rendition of songs by Ary Barroso and Tom Jobim during a show at Vivo Rio on Saturday night, October 17. The performance is part of her worldwide farewell tour 'Over and out – A farewell tour'.
