José Mujica and Lucía Topolansky have long been married to one another — and their leftist political cause.
Author: JACK NICAS
Elon Musk Closes X Office in Brazil Over Fight With Judge
The billionaire said he would shutter his social network’s Brazil operations instead of complying with a Brazilian judge’s orders to suspend accounts.
Plane Crashes Near São Paulo, Brazil, Killing 61 Onboard
The Brazilian authorities said no one survived the crash, outside São Paulo on Friday afternoon. The airline, VoePass, said the cause was unknown.
Plane Carrying 62 People Crashes in Brazil
VoePass Flight 2283 crashed outside São Paulo on Friday afternoon. The status of the passengers and crew is unknown.
How Could Maduro’s Reign in Venezuela End?
After another dubious election victory, Venezuela’s president, Nicolás Maduro, appears firmly in power. The only real potential threat, history shows, may come if his own security forces betray him.
Brazil Police Accuse Bolsonaro of Embezzling Saudi Jewels
Brazil’s former president, Jair Bolsonaro, may soon face criminal charges for stealing gifts he received from foreign leaders.
No, a Remote Amazon Tribe Did Not Get Addicted to Porn
A Times story about the arrival of high-speed internet in a remote Amazon tribe spiraled into its own cautionary tale on the dark side of the web.
The New Players in Brazilian Politics? Elon Musk and Republicans.
The billionaire businessman and House Republicans have given new life to former President Jair Bolsonaro by attacking Brazil’s Supreme Court.
Bolsonaro Faces New Legal Jeopardy After Stay at Hungarian Embassy
The Brazilian Supreme Court and the federal police are demanding answers from former President Jair Bolsonaro after a New York Times investigation.
Brazil Police Recommend Criminal Charges Against Bolsonaro
The federal police accused the former president of falsifying his Covid-19 vaccination records.