Bahia

• SalvadorCultureOct 11

  Iphan authorizes archaeological research for Salvador Metro works near Campo Grande

  Iphan authorized an archaeological survey in the area of the Tramo IV expansion of Salvador's Line 1 Metro. The project, by CTB, is set to investigate vestiges from the 19th-century elite life in the Campo Grande region. Findings include artifacts like English and Portuguese porcelain.

• SalvadorCultureOct 10

  Juarez Paraíso's Work Honored with Mural on Edifício Jovilo in Salvador

  The Project MURAL honored Juarez Paraíso by reproducing his work "Brasilidades" on the facade of Edifício Jovilo. This intervention takes place in the Sete Portas region of Salvador to celebrate the artist's 92nd birthday. The project aims to transform urban facades into public art.

• SalvadorSocietyOct 10

  Russian ex-military man convicted of drug trafficking arrested in Salvador

  An ex-military Russian man, sentenced to life imprisonment for drug trafficking and using false documents, was captured in Salvador on Saturday. The arrest occurred during Operation Artemis, involving state and federal forces. Authorities are now beginning extradition procedures with Russia's justice system.

• SalvadorSocietyOct 10

  Samu Base Catches Fire in Salvador; Six Ambulances Affected

  A Mobile Emergency Care Service (Samu) base caught fire Saturday afternoon at Largo do Tamarineiro in Salvador. Preliminary reports indicate that six ambulances were hit by the flames. Witnesses reported a woman allegedly started the fire under a tree, causing it to spread.

• SalvadorSocietyOct 10

  Fire hits Samu ambulances in Salvador; criminal action suspected

  A fire struck an area where several Mobile Emergency Care Service (Samu) ambulances were parked on Saturday, the 10th, in IAPI, Salvador. Preliminary information suggests the fire may have been intentionally set, raising suspicion of a criminal act. No injuries were reported from the incident.

• SalvadorHealth & WellnessOct 10

  Salvador Prefeitura expands online scheduling for lab tests and X-rays

  The Salvador City Hall is expanding online scheduling through the Salvador Digital platform. This allows citizens to book services like laboratory sample collection, X-rays, and ECGs from home. The Municipal Health Secretariat aims to ease access by letting people choose dates and times without visiting a unit just to schedule.

• SalvadorSocietyOct 10

  Salvador transport changes for Nossa Senhora Aparecida holiday weekend

  Semob prepared a special operation for the Nossa Senhora Aparecida holiday weekend in Salvador. Changes include different schedules for elevators and inclined planes, plus bus fleet reinforcement for those going to the beaches. Passengers are advised to check public transport times before leaving home.

• SalvadorSocietyOct 10

  MP-BA files action against Salvador City Hall over beach issues

  The Bahia Public Ministry (MP-BA) filed a public civil action against the Salvador City Hall regarding alleged abusive pricing and lack of space on beaches like Porto da Barra. The complaints cite difficulties for bathers who do not wish to hire services, noting that equipment should only be set up upon client request.

• SalvadorSocietyOct 10

  Salvador hosts sports and wellness event this weekend

  A new edition of Viva Cidade will take place this Sunday, the 11th, from 9 am to 1 pm on Avenida Magalhães Neto in Salvador. The project aims to promote community life and encourage healthy outdoor activities for families. Activities include tricycle rentals, minibikes, and massage therapy sessions.

• SalvadorEconomyOct 10

  Salvador's Price Increase Exceeds National Average in September

  The IPCA for Salvador showed a price increase of 0.74% in the month. This rate was higher than the national average, which saw an increase of 1.14% from August to September. For the year, the capital's IPCA reached 3.55%, and over 12 months, it closed at 4.23%.

• SalvadorSportsOct 10

  Hyrox gains ground in Salvador, combining running and functional strength

  The article details the growing popularity of Hyrox in Salvador, a sport that merges running with eight functional exercise stations. The modality, which originated in Germany, is gaining traction by offering an alternative to conventional training methods. Academia Alcateia is noted as being a pioneer for this sport in Bahia.

• SalvadorCultureOct 10

  Festival de Verão Salvador anuncia grade 2027 com foco no comportamento do público

  The Festival de Verão Salvador announced its 2027 lineup with strategic changes to meet current public behavior. The event is shifting away from being seen as a Carnival preview, embracing a true festival format in the capital city. The new grade includes acts like Gilsons and Maria Bethânia.

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