Brazil

Brazil far-right presidential candidate Jair Bolsonaro stabbed on campaign trail

Bolsonaro is one of the most controversial candidates in the current electoral round because he is a defender of Brazil's 1964-1984 military dictatorship.

Sep 7, 2018

Brazil Uber driver permanently banned for kicking out blind woman

A blind woman said an Uber driver abruptly left her on the side of a Rio de Janeiro street last week.

Sep 4, 2018

Brazil: Over 20 people injured in gas explosion at Usiminas steel plant

As a precautionary measure, Usiminas steel plant, one of the most important steel firms in Brazil, has temporarily halted operations in the Ipatinga plant.

Aug 11, 2018

Brazil suffers record murder tally in 2017; 3.7% increase from 2016

The state of Rio Grande do Norte had the highest murder rate in 2017, with 68 murders per 100,000 people, followed by Acre, in the far west of the country bordering Peru, with 63.9 per 100,000 people.

Aug 10, 2018

Malala in Brazil: Nobel Peace Prize laureate defends girls' education

Speaking at a debate in Sao Paulo on education and the empowerment of women, the Nobel prize winner suggested that girls' education should be a priority for every presidential candidate in the upcoming elections.

Jul 10, 2018

Neymar to win World Cup, Oscar double? Twitter reacts to Brazilian's theatrics during win over Mexico

Neymar was brilliant on Monday, July 1 as he led Brazil into the quarter-final of Fifa World Cup 2018 but his theatrics on-field overshadowed his performances.

Jul 2, 2018

Easier for England to defeat Brazil than Sweden, says former manager Sven-Goran Eriksson

The 70-year-old Eriksson, who took England to World Cup quarter-finals in 2002 and 2006, believes his former side will outscore Colombia in Moscow on Tuesday.

Jun 30, 2018

Neymar injury update: Will the Brazil talisman be ready for World Cup game against Costa Rica?

Neymar suffered an ankle injury in training, but what is the prognosis, two days before Brazil play Costa Rica in the Fifa World Cup 2018

Jun 20, 2018

Fifa World Cup 2018: 10 interesting stats about players, teams in Russia

The biggest extravaganza of football, Fifa World Cup's latest edition, kick-started in Moscow on June 14. We have compiled some interesting statistics about the absences, appearances, goals and ages of players in Russia.

Jun 15, 2018

Brazil to lift the Jules Rimet trophy: Predictions for the Fifa World Cup 2018

Brazil are the favourites, and they might just live up to that tag at this Fifa World Cup 2018 in Russia

Jun 14, 2018

Neymar Jr: Brazil player profile

Brazil's hopes are pinned on Paris Saint-Germain's star forward. Here's a look at everything you need to know about the young footballer.

Jun 12, 2018

Mother gives 14-year-old daughter knife to attack friend, says 'stab the b***h'

The 13-year-old victim suffered slashes to her face, arms, hands, and chest and was being treated in a hospital. The other girl, who is 14-years-old, also received minor bruising and scratches.

Jun 12, 2018

IMF will remain engaged in Greece, says Christine Lagarde

The International Monetary Fund will remain engaged in Greece in some form, which will most likely become clearer after a June 21 meeting of the Eurogroup of euro zone finance ministers, IMF chief Christine Lagarde said on Monday.

Jun 11, 2018

FIFA World Cup 2018: Groups E-F squad lists, team guides, breakdown

Brazil and Germany are the clear favourites in their respective groups of the Fifa World Cup 2018

Jun 11, 2018

World Cup 2018: Five Breakout Stars To Watch

2018 FIFA World Cup glory worth more to Spain than Brazil or Germany

Each member of the Spain squad will take home a win bonus of 825,000 euros ($970,200) should they lift the World Cup in Russia, a Spanish newspaper has said.

Jun 9, 2018

Shark attacks teen boy in Brazil, rips off his penis

According to reports, he went to the beach without informing his mother and was swimming with his friends in deep waters near the shore.

Jun 7, 2018

Iniesta: Barcelona will have stronger squad even if Real Madrid sign Neymar

Spain international Iniesta says he would be surprised to see Neymar join Madrid given his history with Barcelona.

Mar 23, 2018

Rio protests after death of Brazilian rights activist Marielle Franco

Brazilian activists are outraged over the drive-by assassination of outspoken critic against police corruption and Rio city council member, Marielle Franco. A series of protests have been called in the aftermath of Marielle Francos death.

Mar 16, 2018

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Ronaldo praises 'extraordinary' strength of Bayern Munich squad

The two-time World Cup winner bestowed particular praise on Bayern forwards Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Muller.

Mar 13, 2018

Video: Brazil football match turns into street fight, referee shows 10 red cards

The Brazilian football league match between Vitoria and Bahia was ironically termed as the "Peace Derby".

Feb 19, 2018

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