A global frontpage overview for May 3, covering Sydney Morning Herald (Australia); Folha de S.Paulo (Brazil); China Daily (China); Le Monde (France); ger_faz (); Times of India (India); Corriere della Sera (Italy); El País (Spain); The New York Times (United States).

This 2026 edition of the Brazilian newspaper Folha de S.Paulo reports on the PCC criminal organization transforming the Paraisópolis favela into a major strategic headquarters. The front page highlights how the group has adopted territorial control methods similar to Rio de Janeiro's gangs, including extorting local businesses and restricting movement. Beyond public safety issues, the publication covers diverse national topics such as Lula’s credit programs, controversial labor remarks by Romeu Zema, and significant investments in port infrastructure. Additional stories explore the success of luxury shopping malls and the political influence of figures like Donald Trump on drug policy. Finally, the issue touches on cultural and health news, including a Shakira concert and scientific findings regarding retinal cells.