The central region of São Paulo has the highest proportion of vacant residential properties in the city, with 20.7% of the 283,2 thousand housing units unoccupied, according to the 2022 Census by IBGE. This rate is significantly higher than the city's overall vacancy rate of 13.5%. The central area also experienced an increase in vacant properties from 7.5% in 2010 to 8.7% in 2022, contrasting with other regions. Despite the increase in housing production by 24% from 2010 to 2022, the central region's population only grew by 0.4%, indicating a failure to achieve the urban planning goal of increasing population density in areas with better infrastructure. The city's urban policies, including the PIU (Urban Intervention Project) for the Central Sector and the Requalifica Centro program, aim to attract more residents to the central area but face skepticism regarding their effectiveness in addressing the housing needs of lower-income families.

The central region of São Paulo has the highest proportion of vacant residential properties in the city, with 20.7% of its 283,200 housing units unoccupied, according to the 2022 Census by IBGE. This vacancy rate is significantly higher than the city's overall average of 13.5%. Despite an increase in housing production in the central area, the population growth has been minimal, rising only 0.4% over 12 years. Urban planning initiatives like the PIU aim to attract more residents to the central districts, but there is skepticism about their effectiveness in addressing the housing deficit for low-income families.

Approximately 9,000 square kilometers of forest were deforested in the Amazon over 12 months, according to the Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais. An interactive map by Folha allows readers to visualize the extent of deforestation from their own location. The preservation of the Amazon is crucial for Brazil to meet its climate goals under the Paris Agreement, as deforestation and agriculture are major sources of greenhouse gas emissions in the country.

The family of Ana Clara Benevides, who died at a Taylor Swift concert in Brazil, refuted claims that Swift's team contacted them. Despite reports from American media, the family received no support from Swift or the concert producer, T4F. Fans raised funds to transport Ana Clara's body due to financial difficulties. The incident has led to criticism of Swift and T4F, with fans expressing disappointment over the lack of explicit tribute and support. The shares of T4F dropped significantly, and several concertgoers reported injuries due to the venue's conditions.

On November 19, Argentinians will return to the polls to elect their next president, with the second round featuring a contest between Peronist minister Sergio Massa and ultra-liberal deputy Javier Milei. The voters of Patricia Bullrich, who came third in the first round, have become a focal point as she has declared her support for Milei. Despite Bullrich's closer alignment with Milei's platform, analysts do not see the transfer of her 23.8% of first-round votes as automatic. Folha de S.Paulo has launched a tool to simulate potential vote migration scenarios among the top three candidates.

Javier Milei of the far-right party A Liberdade Avança was elected the new president of Argentina, defeating Sergio Massa of the peronist União pela Pátria with a significant margin. Milei secured 55.7% of the valid votes compared to Massa's 44.3%, with a voter turnout of 76%, the second lowest in four decades.

Buenos Aires, with 7% of Argentina's electorate, could play a crucial role in the presidential election, potentially aiding ultraliberal candidate Javier Milei against current Economy Minister Sergio Massa. Despite the city's historical resistance to Peronism, the transfer of votes from center-right candidate Patricia Bullrich to Milei may not be sufficient due to the larger influence of the Buenos Aires province and internal political divisions. Analysts suggest that some Bullrich voters may shift to Massa, influenced by local political dynamics and the presence of other political factions.

Ana Clara Benevides Machado, 23, died during a Taylor Swift concert, and her family from Sonora, Mato Grosso do Sul, claims they have not received assistance from the event organizer, Time for Fun (T4F). Despite T4F's statement that they contacted the family and offered support, Estela Benevides, Ana's cousin, denies this, stating they have not refused any help. The family is covering all costs related to the emergency travel and body transfer, and they have returned to Mato Grosso do Sul.

The family of Ana Clara Benevides Machado, who died during a Taylor Swift concert, claims they have not received any assistance from the event organizer, Time for Fun (T4F). Despite T4F's statement that they reached out through a social worker and a psychologist, the family denies receiving any help. The family has borne all expenses related to the emergency travel and body transport. The situation remains unresolved as the family continues to seek support.

Following the Covid pandemic and the war in Ukraine, the global economy may face new impacts due to the conflict between Hamas and Israel, depending on the extent and direction of the conflict. The IMF's projections for global inflation in the coming years could be recalculated due to this new shock, especially in the Middle East. However, data so far indicates a significant drop in inflation for 2023. The IMF predicts a decrease from 8.7% in 2022 to 6.9% in 2023, with a further reduction to 5.8% in 2024. An interactive chart compares inflation trends worldwide over the past decades, the IMF's projections, and Brazil's price increases. The tool also allows for comparisons with 196 countries. In the BRICS group, Brazil has had moderate inflation compared to its peers, with Russia experiencing the highest rates. Global crises, such as the 2008 financial crisis, have led to inflation spikes in all countries. In Latin America, excluding Argentina and Venezuela, inflation is decreasing and may reach 5% in 2023. Uruguay and Argentina have faced significant economic crises impacting their inflation rates. In Brazil, the highest inflation peaks since the creation of the real occurred during the pandemic, the 2015 recession leading to Dilma Rousseff's impeachment, and in 2002, the year Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was first elected president.

Different regions of Brazil are experiencing various weather phenomena such as storms, heatwaves, wildfires, and rain due to El Niño and severe global warming effects. The article provides a tool from the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) to check weather alerts for any city in Brazil, highlighting the severity of these alerts, with red indicating very dangerous conditions.

Approximately 116.6 million people in Brazil are living in areas affected by a severe heatwave impacting 2,707 cities. This situation places 57% of the population under a maximum danger alert issued by the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet), which will remain in effect until the following Friday. The health risk is attributed to temperatures being 5°C above average for more than five days.

New data from the 2022 Census released by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) reveals significant differences in age demographics across Brazilian states. The northern states, such as Roraima, Amapá, Amazonas, and Acre, have a younger population with a high proportion of children and adolescents and a low aging index. In contrast, states like Rio Grande do Sul, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Minas Gerais have an older demographic. The data also highlights gender proportions, with Rio de Janeiro having the most female-dominated population and Mato Grosso the most male-dominated. Notably, in states like Rio de Janeiro and Rio Grande do Sul, a significant majority of centenarians are women.

Argentinians voted on Sunday to elect the next president, with Peronist Sergio Massa and ultraliberal Javier Milei proceeding to a runoff on November 19. Massa won 13 provinces, including over 50% of votes in Santiago Del Estero and Formosa, and 43% in Buenos Aires, the country's largest electoral district. Milei's best performance was in San Luis with 43%, and he notably received 250% more votes than Massa in Córdoba. Patricia Bullrich led in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires with 41.22% of the votes.

In Campo Formoso, Bahia, a significant number of water tanks remain stocked and are being distributed slowly, causing frustration among rural residents. The distribution, influenced by political favoritism, is linked to federal deputy Elmar Nascimento and his brother, Mayor Elmo Nascimento. Despite the area's low priority for water access technologies, it received substantial federal donations, highlighting disparities in resource allocation. The local administration denies political interference, promising full distribution by November. The situation underscores the ongoing political rivalry and the challenges of water access in rural Brazil.

The judicial recovery request of 123milhas lists at least 719,440 creditors, including individuals and businesses. The creditors include buyers of flexible date tickets and packages, as well as small businesses like hotels. Folha has compiled the names into an interactive table for easier consultation. The list, initially available only in PDF, was presented during the judicial recovery process on August 29, 2023. New names may be added as the process continues. The payment priority of creditors depends on the company's proposed plan, which needs approval. In judicial recovery, unlike bankruptcy, the payment order is negotiable.

The expansion of the agricultural frontier towards the Amazon has turned many indigenous lands into green islands surrounded by pastures and crops. Satellite images show deforestation advancing to the immediate surroundings of some of these areas. According to Folha's analysis, native vegetation loss exceeds 50% around 36 units, reaching 92% at the edges of the Sororó territory in Pará. External pressure is also impacting the interior of some reserves, such as Ituna-Itatá in Pará, where the destroyed forest portion jumped from 2% to 17% between 2018 and the previous year. Generally, there are more invasions in units with less legal protection, as seen in the difference between the Sororó reserve and the neighboring Tuwa Apekuokawera, which has been awaiting demarcation since 2012.

Deforestation around indigenous lands in the Amazon has reached alarming levels, with up to 92% of surrounding forests destroyed in some areas. The Karipuna territory in Rondônia is a notable example, where illegal logging and land grabbing have significantly increased deforestation. The article highlights the role of legal protections and the impact of political decisions, particularly under the government of Jair Bolsonaro, in exacerbating the issue. Experts warn that continued deforestation threatens the climate balance and the survival of indigenous communities.

In São Vicente, 62% of ZIP codes are deemed too unsafe for postal deliveries due to the control of organized crime, particularly the PCC. This situation reflects broader security issues in the Baixada Santista region, where police forces have faced significant challenges, including attacks and a reduction in personnel. Local officials and experts highlight the need for increased police presence and better public safety measures. Correios has invested in security measures but emphasizes the need for local government support to ensure safe deliveries.

The Federal Supreme Court's vote on the Time Frame thesis could jeopardize the possession of indigenous peoples over 36% of their territories, affecting 10.4 million hectares. The thesis restricts indigenous land rights to areas occupied or disputed as of October 5, 1988. With a current vote of 4-2 against the thesis, the trial will continue. Analysis indicates that 275 indigenous lands could be impacted, with significant losses in 12 federative units, potentially erasing indigenous territories in the Federal District, Piauí, and Rio Grande do Norte.

The distribution of water reservoirs and cisterns in 2022 largely ignored the most drought-vulnerable cities in Brazil's semi-arid region, with 88% of high-priority municipalities receiving no equipment. Analysis reveals that political influence, rather than technical criteria, guided the allocation of resources, with less affected cities receiving disproportionate amounts. The federal agency Codevasf, responsible for the installations, remains under political control, continuing practices from the Bolsonaro administration into Lula's tenure. The article highlights the socio-economic and political factors affecting water distribution in the region.

The article highlights the disparity in water access in Northeast Brazil, exacerbated by the mismanagement and political favoritism in the allocation of parliamentary amendments. It details the struggles of residents in Alagoas and Bahia, where essential water infrastructure is either misallocated or wasted. The article criticizes both the current and previous administrations for perpetuating these issues and calls for more equitable and sustainable solutions.