Brazil

Brazilian prison violence leaves 9 dead in latest outbreak

14 inmates have been injured and dozens escaped in the prison riot on Monday.

Jan 2, 2018

First ever tagging of Amazon dolphins to boost conservation

For the first time ever, WWF and research partners are tracking river dolphins in the Amazon using satellite technology. Scientists successfully tagged 10 river dolphins in Brazil, Colombia and Bolivia, hoping to gain an insight into the populations and habits of river dolphins in the worlds largest river.

Dec 5, 2017

Pixie Lott on how her dance routines could save the world energy

British singer Pixie Lott tells IBTimes UK about her new project that has taken her to Brazil for a very special performance and given her the opportunity to reunite with American Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson.

Dec 1, 2017

Off-duty cop in deadly shoot-out whilst holding infant son

An off-duty military policeman was being hailed in Brazilian media on November 18 after he shot and killed two suspected robbers in a pharmacy, all the while holding his young son in his arms. Dramatic CCTV footage shows the incident, in which Sgt Rafael Souza, of the 49th Metropolitan Battalion, fired on the intruders while in the company of his wife and young son.

Nov 20, 2017

Women take to the streets of Rio in protest of proposal to ban all abortions

Women took to the streets of Rio to protest against a congressional committee proposal to ban abortion.This would include when a woman is raped or when a mother and amp;#39;s life is in danger.It is possible this proposal could be used as a trade off to pass other laws the government are seeking to pass.

Nov 14, 2017

When Kolkata became Brazil one evening, courtesy the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017

The Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in the City of Joy, referred to as the Salt Lake stadium by fans outside Kolkata, had massive cheers for Brazil as they defeated Germany on Sunday October 22.

Oct 23, 2017

Brazil vs Germany quarter-final live streaming: Watch U-17 World Cup 2017 on TV, online

Brazil and Germany will face-off in what is expected to be a blockbuster quarter-final in Kolkata on Sunday, October 22.

Oct 22, 2017

Gang held for planning biggest bank heist of over $300m in Brazil

Brazilian police say they have foiled a bank heist plot in which would-be thieves dug a 500-metre tunnel to a Sao Paulo branch of government-owned Banco do Brazil.

Oct 4, 2017

Gang held for planning biggest bank heist of over $300m in Brazil

Brazilian police say they have foiled a bank heist plot in which would-be thieves dug a 500-metre tunnel to a Sao Paulo branch of government-owned Banco do Brazil.

Oct 4, 2017

Brazil at FIFA U-17 World Cup: Squads, fixtures, date, match time and venues

Brazil are clubbed alongside Spain, Niger, North Korea in FIFA U-17 World Cup Group D.

Sep 28, 2017

Sao Paulo police seize cocaine packing machine

Police arrested three people and seized packing machines said to be capable of wrapping 150,000 packets of cocaine a day from a drug laboratory in the Jardim Avelino neighborhood of Sao Paulo, Brazil, on 25 September.

Sep 26, 2017

Sao Paulo police seize cocaine packing machine

Police arrested three people and seized packing machines said to be capable of wrapping 150,000 packets of cocaine a day from a drug laboratory in the Jardim Avelino neighborhood of Sao Paulo, Brazil, on 25 September.

Sep 26, 2017

Sushma Swaraj packs super diplomacy schedule for UNGA session

Terrorism will be among the key issues that will be raised by India in UN General Assembly.

Sep 17, 2017

BRICS development banks agree on local currency lending

The use of local currencies will help promote mutually beneficial economic cooperation, mitigate currency risks, increase trade, and facilitate companies in accessing the BRICS markets, said Russian development bank Vnesheconombank.

Sep 3, 2017

Brazil ferry capsizes, at least 22 dead in second accident this week

Local authorities said 21 others had been rescued by the navy after the ferry capsized on an early morning trip between Ilha de Itaparica and state capital Salvador.

Aug 25, 2017

Neymar gives an update on PSG transfer: Could Brazilian superstar really leave Barcelona?

Barcelona star Neymar and PSG are becoming one of the stories of the transfer window again, but there could be more substance to the stories this time

Jul 19, 2017

Supporters vow to Fight Lula conviction in Brazil

Supporters of Brazils former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva rallies in Sao Paulo on the evening of July 12. This footage shows people waving the flag of Lulas Workers Party.

Jul 13, 2017

Brazil vs Argentina: Diego Maradona not interested to commentate alongside Pele; here's why

Diego Maradona and Pele are widely regarded as two of the best football players to ever grace the pitch but the duo is still not on the best of terms.

May 31, 2017

Protesters rally in Brazil after secret recordings link President Temer with corruption probe

Protesters flooded Sao Paulos Avenida Paulista on the evening of 17 May after Brazilian newspaper Globo reported secret recordings linked President Michel Temer to a corruption scandal. Protesters called for Temers impeachment after Globo reported that two businessman had shared a recording of Temer allegedly approving payments to buy the silence of former lower house Speaker Eduardo Cunha with prosecutors.

May 18, 2017

Massive protests outside Boa Esporte planned after club sign goalkeeper who ordered girlfriend's murder

Football fans in Brazil are outraged by the fact that Bruno, who fed his murdered girlfriend to his dogs, has been signed by Brazilian team Boa Esporte

Mar 15, 2017