Brazil

Earth News

Why Lula’s election win matters far beyond Brazil’s borders

Lula’s victory in Brazil's presidential election brings hope for the Amazon – but far-right gains threaten progress.

26 October 2026

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Brazil: Thousands flood streets to celebrate Lula's election victory

Tears, hugs and dancing filled the streets of Brazil after Lula narrowly defeated Flávio Bolsonaro. Thousands celebrated in Rio and São Paulo as the president secured another four years in office.

26 October 2026

Brazil

Brazil's Lula clinches election victory as Bolsonaro rejects results

Lula's triumph bucks a regional trend of victories for right-of-center presidential candidates allied with Trump. It also means Latin America’s largest economy will likely continue defying Trump’s demands, despite the pressure of increased tariffs.

26 October 2026

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Brazil: long queues and river journeys mark decisive presidential vote

Brazilians headed to the polls on Sunday to choose between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro. From canoe journeys in the Amazon to long queues in Rio and a Lula doll in Brasília, voters turned out for the presidential runoff.

25 October 2026

Brazil

Left and Right face off in Brazil's second round presidential election

Lula against Flavio - both candidates in the second-round presidential election in Brazil hold rallies in major cities on the last day of campaigning. With around 20% of the electorate having abstained in the first round, the result is wide open and opinion polls show them neck and neck.

24 October 2026

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Lula supporters spell out his name in Rio waters before Brazil runoff

Brazil’s Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro clash in a tense debate over public spending, corruption and ties to the US, as polls show a tight 51–49 race.

19 October 2026

Brazil

Lula and Bolsonaro spar in TV debate ahead of presidential runoff

Corruption is a top concern for many Brazilian voters ahead of the weekend runoff vote but experts say its greatest impact may not be on which candidates voters choose, but on whether they decide to sit out of the election altogether.

19 October 2026

Earth News

'The formula works': How Brazil brought deforestation to a record-low

Deforestation fell almost 42% in a year, but a possible change in president could reverse the trend.

19 October 2026

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Unexpected beach guest: Elephant seal draws crowds in Rio

A southern elephant seal surprised Rio’s Copacabana beachgoers, drawing crowds, photos and social media buzz as officials set up barriers to protect it.

7 October 2026

Brazil

Bolsonaro, Lula to face off in presidential runoff vote on 25 October

Flávio Bolsonaro, Brazilian senator, presidential hopeful and son to embattled former leader Jair, says he is “very happy” to have led in the first round and heading into the runoff, with incumbent Lula expressing disappointment over “unexpected” results.

5 October 2026

Brazil

US suspends consular services in Brazil over security concerns

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and rival Flavio Bolsonaro are pulling no punches in a last-ditch effort to win voters ahead of Sunday's election in Brazil, where the US and Australia suspended consular services Friday over security concerns.

2 October 2026

Brazil

Brazil probes alleged US plan to fund far-right causes in the country

The investigation comes as both Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro prepare to contest each other for what is being described as a consequential election in Brazil, that could shape the developing economy’s forecast and future for decades to come.

2 October 2026

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Clowns take over the streets of Brazil’s historic Mariana

Around 100 clowns and circus fans fill the historic centre of Mariana, Brazil, for an international gathering celebrating circus, music and colour

7 September 2026

Brazil

Brazil wants Argentine ambassador out

Brasilia has requested the recall of Argentina’s ambassador and reduced diplomatic representation to Charge d'Affaires level as Argentine President Javier Milei called President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva a thief.

5 August 2026

Brazil

Brazil: Bolsonaro’s son Flávio launches bid against Lula

Flávio Bolsonaro received backing from Argentine President Javier Milei and a message of support from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while he seeks further endorsements from allies of US President Donald Trump

25 July 2026

Earth News

Good news for Brazil as Amazon forest fires fall to lowest level ever

"There is no climate security for the world without a protected Amazon".

22 July 2026

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Rio devotees celebrate Zé Pelintra Day with music, dance and prayer

Dozens of devotees gather in Rio de Janeiro's Lapa neighbourhood to celebrate Ze Pelintra Day with prayer, music, dancing and candle offerings.

9 July 2026

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Brazil fans erupt after dramatic World Cup win over Japan

Brazil fans celebrate a dramatic 2-1 win over Japan in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Houston after Gabriel Martinelli's late World Cup winner.

30 June 2026

Brazil

Young woman dies after being launched off bridge without safety rope

Viral videos of the tragedy shared online show the anguish of onlookers when they realised the lady was launched off the Ponte do Esqueleto bridge in Brazil without the required safety rope. “She’s got no rope,” one witness to the accident is heard saying.

15 June 2026

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World Cup street art returns to Rio de Janeiro

Rio's Tijuca and Saude neighbourhoods paint streets for Brazil's World Cup dream, turning whole blocks into murals in green and yellow.

11 June 2026

Earth News

EU’s Brazil meat ban targets the wrong problem, say NGOs

Inhumane farming is a bigger problem than antibiotics, experts say, after Brazil meat ban.

14 May 2026

Culture news

How Shakira made music history on Copacabana beach

Rio de Janeiro once again turned Copacabana into the world's biggest stage. Shakira performed on Saturday in front of two million people in a free concert that the city's mayor described as historic and will generate some $155 million for the local economy.

4 May 2026

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Massive crowds fill Rio's Copacabana beach for free Shakira concert

Latin pop queen Shakira kicks off her free mega-concert on Rio's famed Copacabana beach under a full moon, with drones forming the image of a she-wolf -- her nickname -- overhead as she takes the stage over an hour late.

3 May 2026

Brazil

Brazil's Congress reduces ex-President Bolsonaro's coup jail sentence

Lawmakers defied President Lula da Silva’s veto and moved to adopt a bill that would dramatically reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence for plotting a coup following his loss in the October 2022 presidential elections.

1 May 2026

Culture news

Shakira crew member dies installing stage for free concert in Brazil

An accident on Sunday afternoon "tragically claimed the life of a professional who was working on assembling the structures for the show”.

27 April 2026

Ecotech

‘Miracle tree’ removes 98% of microplastics from drinking water

Moringa is thought to have been used by Ancient Egyptians to sterilise water.

21 April 2026