Brazil

Austrian Dominic Thiem Dominates 2017 Rio Open Final

Austrian Dominic Thiem blasted his way to an eighth ATP title with a 7-5, 6-4 win over Pablo Carreno Busta...

February 27, 2017

Rio de Janeiro Provides 3,000 Less Police for 2017 Carnival

The security program for this year's Carnival will have 3,000 fewer military police officers, according to the Rio de Janeiro...

February 25, 2017

Carnival 2017 in Rio de Janeiro Hosts 75 Blocos Today

As Carnival reaches its second official day (Saturday, February 25th) of the 2017 season, Rio de Janeiro will a host...

February 25, 2017

Brazil’s President Temer Criticized for Choice of Justice Minister

Critics say Administration not paying attention to Minas Gerais state and that new Minister Serraglio is tied with disgraced ex-Chamber...

February 24, 2017

Brazil Posts R$18.9 Billion Primary Surplus in January

To obtain the stellar surplus, however, the government significantly cut some of its most important social programs and investments.

February 24, 2017

Rio de Janeiro Expects to Receive 1.1 Million Tourists for 2017 Carnival

The city of Rio de Janeiro expects to receive approximately 1.1 million tourists in this Carnival. This is an increase...

February 24, 2017

The Blue Agave Carnival Bloco Party Returns to Rio on Saturday

Ipanema bar Blue Agave will host their own Carnival celebrations this Saturday, February 25th, with live music and drinks promotions.

February 24, 2017

Rio Carnival Continues with DPP Pool Party at The Mansion: Sponsored

A third consecutive evening of Carnival partying is set to take place throughout the afternoon and as the sun sets...

February 24, 2017

Brazil’s Foreign Minister Resigns Due to Health Problems

Citing health reasons, Brazil’s Foreign Minister José Serra handed in his resignation to President Michel Temer on Wednesday afternoon.

February 23, 2017