Celebrating São João and Festa Junina Across Brazil
2.5 million visitors flood Caruaru alone for Festa Junina — Brazil's second-largest celebration after Carnival. What expats need to know.
June 5, 2017
Brazil’s GDP Grows in Q1 2017 After Eight Consecutive Declines
The country's GDP grew by one percent in the first three months of the year, boosted by the agricultural/livestock sector.
June 2, 2017
Exploring the Mountain Getaway of Visconde de Maua in Rio
Located about two hours and a half from Rio de Janeiro, Visconde de Maua is a perfect spot for a...
June 2, 2017
New Justice Minister Sworn In, Amidst Brazil’s Corruption Scandal
Minister Torquato Jardim says he will not hinder the Lava Jato (Carwash) investigations and that the operation is a ‘state...
June 1, 2017
Brazil Reduces Selic to Lowest Level in Over Three Years
The Monetary Policy Committee however does not expect high reduction levels from now on due to political turbulence.
June 1, 2017
Brazil Judge Orders Temer to Answer Police’s Questions
A Supreme Court judge has authorized police to obtain a written testimony from the President related to corruption allegations.
May 31, 2017
JBS in Brazil Ordered to Pay Fine of R$10.3 Billion for Corruption
The fine, said to be the world's largest for corruption, is part of a plea-dealing agreement by the JBS controller,...
May 31, 2017
Brazil Hit by Heavy Rains and Flooding in Northeast and South
Brazil’s President Michel Temer flew over some of the flooded areas and pledged federal aid for the affected areas.
May 30, 2017
President Temer Assures Investors that “Brazil is Back”
President plays down the recent political turbulence linking high-ranking officials to bribes and corruption during international investor forum.
May 30, 2017