The release of another R$ 500 million for regions of Brazil affected by the rains and condolences from Pope Francis to Petrópolis (RJ) are among the highlights of the night of this Friday, February 18, 2022.
Fund for Petropolis
The federal government announced the release of another R$ 500 million for regions of Brazil affected by the rains. The announcement was made during the visit of President Jair Bolsonaro (PL) to Petrópolis, in the mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro, which was heavily hit by a storm, which left people dead and missing.
Pope Francis Solidarity
Pope Francis offered solidarity to the victims of the tragedy in Petrópolis. He sent a telegram to the city’s bishop, Dom Gregório Paixão Neto, asking him to convey condolences to the victims’ families.
Roberto Jefferson defendant
The Federal Supreme Court (STF) formed a majority to make former federal deputy Roberto Jefferson a defendant for attacking democratic institutions. The trial, however, was suspended after a request for a view from Minister Nunes Marques.
Increase consumption
Data from the National Confederation of Commerce show that the intention of household consumption reached, in February, the highest level in 21 months. The indicator rose 0.4% and reached 77.6 points.
Omicron variant
A study from Japan shows that subvariant BA.2, a variation of Ômicron, can be more severe than Ômicron itself. Laboratory experiments point to greater resistance to monoclonal antibodies.
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Source: CNN Brasil
