Brazil’s most famous Carnival has endured years of war, hyperinflation and despotism. But with a pandemic raging, the party is canceled.
Author: ERNESTO LONDOÑO
Brazil Is Famous for Its Meat. But Vegetarianism Is Soaring.
The number of vegetarians in Brazil doubled over a six-year period, which has given rise to a booming plant-based industry that is seeking to turn meatpacking plants obsolete.
Stateless, She Became the Face of a Largely Invisible Plight
Maha Mamo had no citizenship. Born in Lebanon of Syrian parents, she was ineligible for either nationality. It took her years of perseverance and some lucky breaks to find a homeland — in Brazil.
A Brazilian Writer Saw a Tweet as Tame Satire. Then Came the Lawsuits.
The writer J.P. Cuenca calls it “Kafka in the tropics.” Evangelical pastors have filed at least 130 suits against him over a tweet, part of an increasingly common strategy against critics.
Bolsonaro’s Eldest Son, a Senator, Faces Graft Charges in Brazil
Flávio Bolsonaro has been under investigation on suspicion of running a kickback scheme that has embroiled several members of the family, including the first lady.
Biden’s Plans for Latin America: End ‘Bully Dictating Policy’
If elected, Joe Biden plans to spearhead a repudiation — in policy and tone — of President Trump’s legacy in the region.
She Was Selling Honey to Survive. Then Mel Gibson Threatened to Sue.
A single mother in Chile began selling organic honey from home during quarantine, using the actor’s name as a play on words. His lawyer was not amused.
Brazil’s Bolsonaro, Leading Virus Skeptic, Says He’s No Longer Infected
President Jair M. Bolsonaro of Brazil said on social media that he had tested negative for the coronavirus, more than two weeks after confirming his infection. Then he went for a motorcycle ride.