São Paulo

São Paulo is a major city in Brazil. Recent news highlights two distinct aspects related to it. Firstly, it is the base of operations for documentary photographer Lalo de Almeida, who has received international recognition for his work, particularly his photo essay on the Pantanal wildfires. Secondly, São Paulo is in the news due to a significant art theft. Armed men stole over a dozen artworks, including eight engravings by Henri Matisse, from a library in the city. The thieves reportedly entered and exited through the main entrance during opening hours. Authorities have recovered the escape vehicle and arrested one suspect. The incident underscores concerns about security at cultural institutions in São Paulo and the vulnerability of valuable artworks to theft.