Lachlan Williams
Lachlan Williams is an Australian journalist with an economic and political background. He lives and travels extensively in the Brazilian Northeast, a region of the country traditionally neglected by the media.
Harry Styles Performs at Rio’s Jeunesse Arena on Sunday, May 27th
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Harry Styles, ex-member of One Direction, one of the biggest boy bands in recent history,...
The Five Best Bars in Rio de Janeiro’s Zona Norte
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Rio’s Zona Norte (North Zone) is often less explored by foreigners, however, many Cariocas believe...
Paquetá: Living on Rio’s Island Hideaway in Guanabara Bay
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Despite being only a short ferry-ride away from the city center, Ilha de Paquetá (Paquetá...
Back2Black Returns to Rio’s Theatro Municipal this Weekend
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Once again celebrating the best of African and Afro-Brazilian culture and heritage, the Back2Black festival...
Gilberto Gil’s ‘Refavela 40’ Plays 3-Nights at Rio’s Theatro Net
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Marking forty years since the release of the album, ‘Refavela,’ Bem and Gilberto Gil are...
Laranjeiras: Carioca Charm and Tradition in Rio de Janeiro
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – What Laranjeiras lacks in beaches and tourists, it makes up for in verdancy, sophistication and...
Reggae Legends ‘The Congos’ Play Rio’s Circo Voador May 18th
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – This Friday, May 18th, is set to be a special date for fans of reggae...
Tijuca: Rio’s Traditional Middle Class Neighborhood in Zona Norte
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – One of Rio’s oldest and most traditional neighborhoods, Tijuca is so grand and all-encompassing that...
Rio Mayor Demolishes Building to Clear Way for Housing Complex
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – On Sunday, May 13th, a derelict former IBGE (Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics) building,...
UK’s Erasue to Perform at Vivo Rio Arena on Saturday, May 12th
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Fans of pure eighties pop music will be rubbing their hands together in glee as...
The Five Best Cultural Attractions in Rio’s Zona Norte
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Zona Norte (North Zone) in Rio de Janeiro is often overlooked by the guidebooks, and...
The Kooks to Play Vivo Rio Arena this Sunday, May 13th
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – British band The Kooks will be playing the Vivo Rio Arena this Sunday, after having...
Ipanema: The Heart of Rio de Janeiro’s Beach Living
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – When most people dream of Rio, they probably picture something like Ipanema: a beautiful beach,...
Residencies Provide Thriving Arts Scene in Rio de Janeiro
By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The Cidade Maravilhosa is well-known for its cultural contributions in the form of music, dance,...