Religion serves as a powerful organizing force for crime gangs in Brazil and much of Latin America, offering a mixture of ...

The scorching summer temperatures in Rio de Janeiro have driven residents and tourists to seek new ways to cool off, with many seen opting for a nighttime beach visit over air conditioning on February ...

This bohemian coastal spot in Brazil is the perfect place to visit for stunning beaches, laid-back vibes, top-notch sunsets, ...

A World War Two ship torpedoed by Adolf Hitler has been discovered along the coast of Rio De Janeiro using sonar imaging.

Thousands of worshippers clad in white robes have spilled onto Arpoador beach in Rio de Janeiro to pay homage to Yemanja, the ...

A white house in a quiet corner of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has been attracting a stream of visitors in recent ...

Low-income favelas would benefit from green roofs but there are two problems: Cost. And a typical design that's too heavy for ...

I’m Still Here,” the first Brazilian film to ever compete for Best Picture at the Academy Awards, revisits a dictatorship-era ...

China's decision to impose 10% tariffs on U.S. crude oil imports opens a "window of opportunity" for Brazil to increase its oil shipments to the Asian country, the head of Brazil's main oil lobby ...

Winter won’t end until late March in the U.S., but travelers craving warmer days can head to the Southern Hemisphere in the ...

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