President Lula faces challenges including food inflation impacting his popularity, scrutiny of ministerial appointments, and navigating his relationship with the Landless Workers' Movement (MST). Read more...

A look at three key economic stories in the UK: calls to boost manufacturing through defence spending, falling shop prices amidst food inflation, and pressure to maintain Cash ISA allowances. Read more...

Carnival celebrations fueled a 13% rise in retail sales, according to Itaú Unibanco, while government job cuts soared to pandemic-era highs. Food prices also saw a significant increase. Read more...