BROwnership & classification
Founded: 1994
Ownership
CartaCapital is a Brazilian weekly newsmagazine founded in 1994 by Italian-Brazilian journalist Mino Carta, who earlier helped create Veja and IstoÉ. It is published by Editora Confiança, a privately held company associated with the Carta family and the magazine's own management, and is not part of a large media conglomerate.
Funding
It is financed through subscriptions and digital memberships, newsstand sales and advertising, supplemented at times by reader support campaigns. It has no party or state funding stream.
Affiliation & stance
CartaCapital is openly left-wing and has editorially supported the Workers' Party (PT), backing Lula's and Dilma Rousseff's candidacies, which gives it a clear partisan-aligned stance even though it is privately owned. Because it is a commercially owned magazine not controlled by the party, state or an oligarch, it is INDEPENDENT, while its self-declared left lean is accurate.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Left
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 407
84/100
Factual
79/100
Objective
709
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Recent coverage
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The number of deaths from a bombing in Damascus, Syria, has risen to 10, with 21 injured, according to the Syrian Ministry of Health. The explosion occurred at a cafe near the Justice Palace in a busy area of the city's center on July 2, 2026. The blast was caused by an improvised explosive device weighing approximately one kilogram, filled with metal fragments. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack yet. This is the deadliest incident in Damascus since a June 2025 church bombing that killed 25 people, which was attributed to a Sunni extremist group by authorities.
Líder da oposição minimiza crise no PL entre Flávio e Michelle
The leader of the opposition in the Chamber of Deputies, Congressman Cabo Gilberto (PL-PB), downplayed the crisis involving members of the Bolsonaro family, stating he believes their disagreements will be resolved before the party conventions. In an interview with CNN Brazil, he expressed confidence that former First Lady Michelle Bolsonaro will run for a Senate seat in the Federal District alongside Deputy Bia Kicis (PL-DF). He acknowledged that the public exposure of tensions between Michelle and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) was negative but claimed the situation has been addressed. Internal polling suggests the incident did not significantly harm the political group. Cabo Gilberto reiterated his support for Flávio Bolsonaro as the preferred candidate for the presidential succession, as indicated by former President Jair Bolsonaro. He attributed challenges faced by the group to decisions made by the Supreme Federal Court (STF), citing international court rulings involving allies of the former president as evidence of potential irregularities.
Brazil's most rejected political leader, according to new AtlasIntel research
A nova pesquisa realizada pelo AtlasIntel e pela Bloomberg, divulgada como parte do monitoramento Latam Pulse, revela que o presidente do Senado, Davi Alcolumbre (União-AP), possui a pior imagem entre os líderes políticos do Brasil, com 90% dos eleitores tendo visão negativa sobre ele. Em segundo lugar estão o presidente da Câmara dos Deputados, Hugo Motta (Republicanos-PB), e o ex-governador Aécio Neves (PSDB-MG), ambos com índices de 88% de imagem negativa. A pesquisa ouviu 4.999 eleitores por meio de recrutamento digital aleatório entre 26 e 30 de junho, com margem de erro de 1 ponto percentual e nível de confiança de 95%. O presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) lidera o ranking de imagem positiva com 46%, embora tenha 54% de imagem negativa, enquanto o vice-presidente Geraldo Alckmin (PSB) está em segundo lugar com 45% de imagem positiva e 50% de imagem negativa.
Bolsonaro's defense says there was no felony weapon seizure
The defense of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has requested Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes not to classify the recent seizure of a pistol under his name as a 'serious offense.' The weapon was found during a traffic stop in Brasília inside an official presidential vehicle driven by Army corporal Estácio Leite da Silva Filho. During the stop, the military personnel admitted the gun belonged to Bolsonaro. Following this, Moraes asked the Office of the Attorney General to assess within 48 hours whether the firearm's seizure could affect Bolsonaro’s house arrest, which was set to expire on Friday, June 26. Bolsonaro's lawyers argue the gun was taken from his home for repairs and that the soldier properly informed authorities of its ownership. They claim there was no concealment, tampering, or actions aimed at evading state oversight. Additionally, they assert Bolsonaro was not notified of any potential revocation of the gun's registration or administrative proceedings related to it. They further argue there is no concrete evidence indicating intent or negligence on Bolsonaro's part to violate court orders or penal rules. Finally, they request the STF to dismiss a
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The article discusses U.S. sanctions against Brazilian companies and individuals suspected of ties to the Chinese criminal organization PCC (Primeiro Comando Capixaba) and fraudulent activities related to Brazil's social security system (INSS). The report references a Senate committee investigation (CPMI do INSS) that identified these firms as part of a network involved in money laundering. Specifically, Victory Trading, which received over R$514 million from Wave Intermediações—a company linked to the 'Arpar' network—was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department. The U.S. claims this network operated between São Paulo and Florida, with Victor Shimada allegedly acting as a bridge between the PCC and international drug traffickers. Sanctions include financial isolation and asset freezes in the U.S., marking the first such action against the PCC since it was classified as a terrorist organization. Other entities, including Pixwave Soluções de Pagamentos, Wave Construções Inteligentes, and Portuguese company Avenides Flutuantes Unipessoal, were also targeted. These companies appear in other Brazilian investigations, including those involving the Corinthians football club and testimon
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President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva responded to efforts by Flávio Bolsonaro, son of President Jair Bolsonaro, to urge the United States to delay new tariffs against Brazil. Lula accused Flávio of being subservient to the US and called him a 'traitor to the homeland,' attributing the imposition of tariffs to the Bolsonaro family. Flávio had requested the US administration under Donald Trump to defer the application of 25% import tariffs on Brazilian goods for 180 days, arguing that such measures could strengthen Lula politically ahead of presidential elections. Lula rejected this initiative, calling it 'sellout' behavior and asserting that Brazil negotiates on equal terms with any country. The article notes that the tariffs are based on Section 301 investigations into alleged harm to US interests due to Brazilian trade practices. Flávio’s document claims previous tariffs did not achieve desired outcomes and were used by the Brazilian government as a rhetorical defense of national sovereignty. It also cites opinion polls showing that Lula's electoral position has strengthened during periods of heightened US tariff pressure. Lindbergh Farias, a PT deputy leader in the Chamber of Depe
Horoscope of the day: forecast for the 12 signs on 03/07/2026
The article provides horoscope predictions for each zodiac sign for July 3rd, 2026, focusing on emotional states, relationships, work, and financial matters. It suggests that individuals may experience internal conflicts, mood swings, and challenges in personal and professional interactions. Each sign receives tailored advice, such as avoiding impulsive decisions for Aries, balancing group activities with personal needs for Taurus, managing workplace pressures for Gemini, embracing change for Cancer, addressing emotional needs for Leo, and organizing tasks with discipline for Virgo. The content is presented in a general, non-specific manner without referencing any particular event or controversy.
Cold front advances in southern and southeastern Amazon region
The article reports on a cold front advancing through southern Brazil and parts of the Amazon region, according to the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet). Temperatures are expected to drop significantly in areas including southern Rio Grande do Sul, where frost is anticipated, particularly in the Campanha Gaúcha region. The cold spell is projected to persist into Sunday, with minimum temperatures ranging between -5°C and -8°C in parts of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina, leading to widespread freezing conditions during the early morning hours. Additionally, lower temperatures are forecasted in eastern regions of the Southeast. Strong winds associated with the cyclone linked to the cold front are expected along the coast, especially in Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina, causing rough sea conditions and coastal wake.
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Effortless mixing and painting: the best equipment for home construction
The article discusses the growing trend of home renovations and DIY projects, highlighting how new tools from the brand WAP are making professional-level painting and preparation more accessible to homeowners. It focuses on two specific devices: the WAP WF MA01 electric mixer for paint and mortar, which offers adjustable speed settings and ergonomic design to improve efficiency and reduce physical strain, and the WAP EPP400 electric paint sprayer, designed to streamline the application process and enhance surface finish consistency. The article emphasizes how these tools are helping consumers achieve professional results without relying on specialized labor or time-consuming methods.
What we know about the death of an elderly couple in MG; suspected diarist arrested
A diarista Paola Stefany Meto Cirino, de 30 anos, foi presa suspeita de ter assassinado um casal de idosos em Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Os corpos do advogado Cláudio Atala Inácio, de 75 anos, e da esposa, Maria Clotilde Moreira Maciel Atala Inacio, de 76 anos, foram encontrados mortos a facadas no apartamento onde moravam. De acordo com a polícia, Paola foi localizada em um hotel em Itabira, acompanhada do filho de 6 anos, e confessou o crime. Ela afirmou que não tinha a intenção de roubar, mas levou objetos de valor do casal e admitiu ter sofrido um 'surto psicótico'. Durante o crime, ela teria dopado o casal e depois tomado banho no local, trocando de roupas e deixando evidências no apartamento. Parte dos bens foi recuperada pela polícia, enquanto outros foram vendidos por cerca de 3.300 reais. O caso está sob investigação e o motorista de um carro branco associado à fuga da suspeita também será analisado.
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