Brazil

Green News

One of world's largest hydropower plants faces another legal setback

Brazilian courts have ruled that the Belo Monte hydropower plant has had environmental and social impacts "far greater" than originally forecasted.

02/02/2026

Travel News

Tourists are abandoning Rio's 'posh' landmarks for cultural immersion

The "often-stigmatised territories" of Rio de Janeiro are experiencing a tourist boom, and it's pumping cash into low-income communities.

01/02/2026

Travel News

Brazil launches Interrail-style air pass to promote tourism

The Azul Brazil Air Pass starts at €400 for trips including up to four destinations over 14 days, rising to €500 for 30-day trips covering up to eight destinations.

29/01/2026

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Video shows moment lighting strikes Bolsonaro supporters in Brazil

Thousands gathered in the rain in the Brazilian capital on Sunday to support Bolsonaro.

26/01/2026

Brazil

Lightning strike at Brasilia rally injures 89 Bolsonaro supporters

Eighty-nine people were injured by lightning at a rally supporting former President Jair Bolsonaro in Brasilia, as the demonstrators gathered to demand Bolsonaro's release from prison.

26/01/2026

Nature

Vanishing wildlife pushes Brazilian mosquitoes toward human blood

The strong preference for humans could lead to the transmission of more viral diseases and adverse health outcomes for people who live in the area.

24/01/2026

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Brazil celebrates Three Kings Day with parade in Rio favelas

Brazil marked Three Kings Day on Tuesday with a colourful procession in Rio de Janeiro, where music and dance echoed through a hillside neighbourhood.

07/01/2026

Climate

Hypertropical climate in the Amazon could trigger mass tree die-offs

A hypertropical climate has not occurred on Earth in at least 10 million years.

14/12/2025

Brazil

Suspect arrested in Brazil over theft of eight Matisse artworks

Two armed men entered the Mario de Andrade Library in São Paulo on Sunday and stole a dozen artworks, according to authorities.

09/12/2025

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Thousands march in Brazil to raise attention to femicides

Tens of thousands of women in cities across Brazil rallied against gender-based violence on Sunday amid a series of recent high-profile cases that have shocked the country and sparked fury.

08/12/2025

Brazil

Bolsonaro's eldest son says he will run for 2026 Brazil presidency

Flávio Bolsonaro, eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, said his father backed him to represent the party and run for Brazil's presidency in 2026. The senator vouched to 'continue the nation's project'.

06/12/2025

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Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro unveils floating Christmas tree

A floating Christmas tree was inaugurated Sunday in Rio de Janeiro’s Botafogo Cove, adding a new highlight to the city’s holiday traditions.

01/12/2025

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Flamengo fans clash with police at Rio airport

Chaos ensued at Rio's airport as Flamengo fans clashed with police while seeing off the team for the Copa Libertadores final, with accusations of late police action.

27/11/2025

Brazil

Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup plot

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has started to serve a 27-year prison sentence on Tuesday after he was convicted for leading a coup attempt following his 2022 presidential election loss, despite pressure and protest from US President Donald Trump.

26/11/2025

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The Arinos Solar Park Redesigns Brazil’s Energy Map

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In Minas Gerais, the Enel Group's Arinos Solar Park is born: a project that is reshaping Brazil’s energy landscape, creating jobs and sustainable social value.

24/11/2025

Brazil

Bolsonaro arrested on suspicion of escape

The former president remains under house arrest with an electronic bracelet, but according to local media, the court has ordered his transfer to prison as a precautionary measure and to maintain public order after a vigil was announced outside, amid suspicions that he may have attempted to escape.

22/11/2025

Brazil

Pushback against phaseout of fossil fuels upsets COP30 climate talks

The EU rejected the new draft deal, calling for stronger climate commitments and fossil fuel discussions

22/11/2025

Brazil

Fire erupts at COP30 in Brazil as negotiators reach critical final day

The fire in the Blue Zone of the UN climate conference forced evacuations and stalled negotiations as the summit nears its end with many agreements yet to be made.

21/11/2025

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People evacuated after fire breaks out at COP30 venue in Brazil

A fire forced the evacuation of COP30 climate talks just two days before their scheduled end, stalling already slow-moving negotiations as the U.N. called for urgent compromise.

20/11/2025

Green News

Why ‘imagination activism’ beats climate doom

A new exhibition in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, asks, what if the most radical climate tool isn't technology, but the ability to dream?

18/11/2025

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Indigenous protesters block COP30 entrance demanding participation in climate talks

Around 100 Indigenous protesters blocked the main entrance to COP30 near the Brazilian Amazon, demanding representation.

14/11/2025

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Rubber tappers in Belem demand end to deforestation at COP30

Hundreds of rubber tappers marched through Belem, Brazil, during the U.N. climate talks, demanding an end to deforestation and more support for forest protection.

14/11/2025

Green News

One in 25 COP30 attendees is a fossil fuel lobbyist, analysis finds

Analysis finds 1,600 fossil fuel representatives at UN climate summit in Brazil, outnumbering almost every country delegation.

14/11/2025

Green News

Countries commit to tackling climate disinformation at COP30

It is the first time states have formally committed to information integrity and fighting back against climate disinformation.

13/11/2025

Climate

COP30: What to expect from this year's UN climate talks

This year's climate summit is set to spotlight Indigenous peoples, forests and how to adjust course on the Paris Agreement.

10/11/2025

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Drone footage shows widespread destruction after deadly tornado hits Brazil

Drone footage captures the aftermath of a powerful tornado in southern Brazil that killed six people and injured more than 400.

08/11/2025