In a prison interview, a drug lord called Paraguay “the land of impunity.” Hours later, it was hard not to interpret those words as a blood bath foretold.
Tag: Brazil
On Day 1, Brazil’s New President Undermines Indigenous Land Rights
As a candidate, President Jair Bolsonaro compared indigenous communities living in isolated areas to animals in zoos.
Jair Bolsonaro Sworn In as Brazil’s President, Cementing Rightward Shift
Shortly after Mr. Bolsonaro wrapped up his address to Congress, President Trump hailed his speech in a message on Twitter and pledged, “The U.S.A. is with you!”
Brazil Wanted Change. Even Before Taking Office, Jair Bolsonaro Delivered.
In electing Mr. Bolsonaro, a far-right politician who becomes president on Tuesday, voters signaled a desire for radical change. It is already underway.
Gay Couples Rush to Wed Before Brazil’s New President Takes Office
The incoming president, Jair Bolsonaro, has promised to end same-sex marriage, leading to a surge in the number of gay weddings before his inauguration.
Amazon Sees in Brazil Continent-Size Profits and Problems
The retail behemoth is laying the groundwork to penetrate Brazil’s huge consumer market, analysts say. Success won’t come easy.
Brazil Arrests More Than 50 Police Officers Accused of Taking Cartel Bribes
State prosecutors accused 53 officers of taking bribes from the First Capital Command drug gang, known as the P.C.C., which investigators say has grown rapidly.
Brazil’s Violent Drug Trade Overruns Paraguay: ‘Scenes You Only See in Movies’
Some of Brazil’s most powerful gangs have established a foothold in neighboring Paraguay, importing havoc as they export guns and drugs. One man is at the center of much of the mayhem.
Gunman Opens Fire in Brazilian Cathedral, Killing at Least 4
The shooting took place at the Metropolitan Cathedral in Campinas, Brazil, killing four people and injuring four others, the authorities said.
Celebrity Healer in Brazil Is Accused of Sexually Abusing Followers
Dozens of women have come forward to accuse the Brazilian medium João Teixeira de Faria, known as John of God.