Samba schools honor Black Brazilian female authors during their Carnival parades

Rio de Janeiro's Carnival is using samba parades to spotlight Black Brazilian women writers who rarely get public recognition ...

Why a Brazilian carnival float has triggered backlash

Lula deserves a tribute like this, just like any other Brazilian who does a lot for our people,’ the parade’s chief organizer said ...

Huge floats, wild costumes and nonstop street parties: Brazil Carnival in photos

The world’s biggest party is back as Carnival celebrations return to Brazil with glittery, outrageous costumes, samba rhythms ...
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Brazil’s carnival expected to generate record crowds

Brazil's Carnival is expected to attract 65 million revelers, with significant tourist influx and economic impact, particularly in Rio de Janeiro; strategic promotions aim to highlight its cultural ...

Mud madness at Brazil’s Carnival in photos

Mud-covered revelers took over the beach in Paraty, Brazil, on Saturday as part of a Carnival tradition that has grown ...
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Five floor-fillers from Brazilian Carnival that will bring the ‘bloco’ to you

‘Freak Le Boom Boom’, Gretchen Gretchen is known for her disco tracks from the 1970s and 1980s, constant presence on ...
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Carnival and award seasons collide as Brazil roots for its Oscar-nominated film

As Oscar season heats up, the Brazilian city of Recife turns Carnival into a celebration of its hometown film hopeful, The ...

Brazil’s first Winter Games gold is about much more than the medal

With Brazil entering the joyous throes of Carnival, Alpine ski racer Lucas Pinheiro Braathen on Saturday gave it another ...