Although Brazil’s Carnival doesn’t officially begin until Feb. 28, celebrations are already underway. Behind the dazzling costumes and props, however, lies a major waste problem. A pilot ...

One of America's biggest cultural celebrations, Mardi Gras, will take place soon, just before the start of the Easter season.

The 14-time champion samba school Beija-Flor worked tirelessly on Tuesday (February 18) to have dazzling costumes and ...

Carnival originated in Europe and can be traced back to the winter festivals that were celebrated in the Middle Ages. The Portuguese introduced Carnival to Brazil in the 17th century with the "Entrudo ...

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday took a swipe at opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav, stating their presence guarantees BJP’s victory at the national and state ...

Welcome to Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro's most charming and bohemian neighborhood! This is a place where history, art, and ...

"The real revival is taking place outside the church walls. Every day, people are meeting in small groups in homes; it's the ...

Rio de Janeiro swelters under extreme heat, with maximum temperatures expected to exceed 40ºC for a second consecutive day. As residents and tourists seek relief from the oppressive conditions, ...

It will be like the moon landing“ — to see if she takes best actress. But for the 'I’m Still Here' star, bringing the world's attention to a long-suppressed national trauma is the ultimate triumph.

One of Lafayette's premier Mardi Gras krewes is making last-minute preps to roll through the Hub City over the weekend. The Krewe of Rio ...

SBC Summit Rio will return next week for its second edition, now hosted at Riocentro, the largest exhibition space in Latin ...