Rio Officials Want Armed Forces During Municipal Elections
Ten pre-candidates who planned to run in October's municipal elections have died in recent weeks.
July 12, 2016Topic
Politics
Brazil’s Rousseff Not Expected to Attend Impeachment Hearings
Through social media Rousseff said she would be filing her defense in writing to be read by her lawyer.
July 6, 2016
Brazilian Officials Announce Extra Security for Rio Games
Measures including Marines personnel at Copacabana Beach and extra security at airports.
July 1, 2016
Rio’s Metro Line 4 May Not be Ready for Olympics
Brazil's Treasury Department says state will only obtain R$1 billion loan from BNDES if it pays its creditors first.
June 29, 2016
Brazil’s Butantan Partners with U.S. for Zika Vaccine
The Brazilian institute it will receive US$3 million from the U.S. to research a Zika vaccine with inactivated virus.
June 28, 2016
Defense Testimonies for Brazil’s Rousseff to End This Week
The final vote by Senators is expected to occur at between August 22-26, immediately after the Rio 2016 Olympics but...
June 27, 2016
Brazil Reacts to U.K. Decision to Leave European Union
President Temer said that the plebiscite was an internal matter while Brazilian politicians fear a delay of E.U.-Mercosur agreements.
June 25, 2016
Beverage Giants in Brazil to Halt Sale of Soft Drinks in Schools
Trying to give kids healthier choices,the beverage companies will only sell mineral water, fruit juices, coconut water and dairy-based drinks...
June 23, 2016
Cunha, Brazil’s Suspended Chamber President Speaks Out
During his first press conference since being suspended from his legislative duties, Eduardo Cunha reiterates his innocence.
June 22, 2016