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Após anulação dos votos de Anthony Garotinho (Republicanos), Douglas Ruas (PL) é eleito governador do Rio de Janeiro no primeiro turno

A anulação dos votos de Anthony Garotinho elevou o candidato do PL a 50,88% dos votos válidos, liquidando a disputa contra Eduardo Paes sem segundo turno.

By Raul Salustiano · Oct 11, 2026 · 4 min
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Was the Vorcaro case decisive in the elections? The election results suggest not.

The election results show that the case caused political damage but did not lead to widespread electoral punishment for politicians associated with Vorcaro.

By Thiago Leal · Oct 05, 2026 · 11 min
Mea Sententia

Me ajuda a olhar: uma reflexão a partir de Galeano

A partir de uma história de Eduardo Galeano, uma reflexão sobre ajuda, acolhimento e a capacidade de olhar para além do que já conhecemos.

By Raul Salustiano · Oct 05, 2026 · 4 min
Mea SententiaPeople & Growth

Proibir as bets, sim; do dia para a noite, não: o que a Premier League ensina ao futebol brasileiro

By Gustavo Monken · Oct 04, 2026 · 5 min
Mea Sententia

Dois líderes, um impasse: o que a crise entre Jesus e Ronaldo ensina sobre liderança

By Gustavo Monken · Oct 04, 2026 · 4 min
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Entre permanecer e partir: mudanças climáticas, desastres e mobilidade humana

Eventos climáticos extremos expõem abismos sociais e impõem tanto o deslocamento quanto a imobilidade forçada às populações mais vulneráveis.

By Raul Salustiano · Oct 04, 2026 · 4 min
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TURP Crisis Moves Beyond Transportation and Affects the Economy and Daily Life of Petrópolis Residents

With 32 vehicles removed from circulation, a transit workers' strike, and full intervention by City Hall, the public transit crisis is already worrying businesses, workers, services, and district residents.

By Thiago Leal · Oct 03, 2026 · 11 min
Mea SententiaPonto de Réplica

The Price of Uncertainty: How Politics and the Economy Affect Decisions by Individuals and Companies

With the Selic at 13.75% and declining confidence among businesses and households, understanding the difference between risk and uncertainty is crucial for planning and making strategic decisions.

By Thiago Leal · Oct 03, 2026 · 11 min
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The Danger Beside You: Why Brazil Still Relies So Heavily on Roads to Transport Fuel

Accidents involving fuel tankers expose the risks of transporting fuel by road and raise a broader question: why does a continental country still make so little use of its railways for long-distance freight?

By Thiago Leal · Sep 07, 2026 · 11 min