Religion serves as a powerful organizing force for crime gangs in Brazil and much of Latin America, offering a mixture of ...
The scorching summer temperatures in Rio de Janeiro have driven residents and tourists to seek new ways to cool off, with many seen opting for a nighttime beach visit over air conditioning on February ...
On July 19, 1944, a Nazi submarine torpedoed and sank the Vital de Oliveira, a Brazilian ship that transported troops during World War II. Now, more than 80 years later, the Brazilian Navy has ...
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. A devotee puts flowers in the waters of Arpoador Beach as offerings ...
Thousands of worshippers clad in white robes have spilled onto Arpoador beach in Rio de Janeiro to pay homage to Yemanja, the ...