Two politicians were arrested in the assassination of a rival, Marielle Franco, who was known for fighting corruption and police violence.
Tag: Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
Brazilian Police Seek Husband in Brent Sikkema Murder Inquiry
Police officers investigating the murder of Brent Sikkema, a New York gallerist, in Rio are now seeking the arrest of his husband, Daniel Sikkema. His lawyer said he was innocent.
How to Start the New Year? Keep the Sea Goddess Happy.
Followers of Afro-Brazilian religions have been displaced by New Year’s revelers. But they still find ways to make their offerings to the ocean.
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Encounters Trouble in Brazil
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour broke records in North America, but has faced tragedy and mishaps during a three-day stretch of concerts in Rio de Janeiro.
Taylor Swift Fan Falls Fatally Ill at Brazil Concert Amid Heat
Many fans fell sick at the show, where temperatures broke records and concertgoers complained of a lack of water. The pop star postponed Saturday’s show.
Airbus and Air France Are Acquitted in 2009 Rio-Paris Crash
Prosecutors had said they would not seek a conviction in the disaster, but the ruling was still a blow for the families of the 228 victims, who fought for years to bring the two companies to court.
The Yankees Cap Goes Viral in Brazil: ‘Is It Basketball?’
The New York Yankees logo is everywhere in Brazil. What it means, however, is up for interpretation.
Bolsonaro Agrees to Transition, Two Days After Losing Brazil Election
Breaking his silence, President Jair Bolsonaro did not admit defeat or repeat his baseless claims about election fraud, but his administration signaled that the transfer of power would proceed.
Bolsonaro, in Defeat, May Now Face Charges
Brazil’s president has faced investigations that have been staved off or blocked so far given his presidential immunity. But that may now change of his defeat in Sunday’s election.
On Brazil’s Bicentennial, Bolsonaro Softens Campaign Rhetoric
President Jair Bolsonaro called his supporters and the military to the streets to celebrate Brazil’s 200th anniversary. Then he softened his campaign tone.