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Hidden History: The US “War On Corruption” In Brasil
“US involvement in Lava Jato is not relevant” argued a Brazilian commentator recently, recognising its self-evidence. This is a familiar sight; the great taboo of empire is breaking the fourth wall, winking to camera, and acknowledging its existence. Source: Hidden … Continue reading
Rio’s main Carnival parades in 2018 — Brazil the Guide
As we countdown to carnival in Rio the main samba schools, that make up the Grupo Especial, will parade on the nights of Sunday, 11 February and Monday, 12 February. 13 schools will parade in 2018, that is one more … Continue reading
Rio’s Pentecostal mayor takes on the capital of Carnival
The mayor of this sultry metropolis slashed funding for Carnival, the city’s gay pride parade and a procession honoring an Afro-Brazilian goddess. Mayor Marcelo Crivella, a Pentecostal Christian, calls the moves fiscal prudence. But Rio’s liberals see a thinly veiled crusade to impose … Continue reading
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This Guy Who’s Been Living In A Sand Castle For The Past 22 Years Is The Hero We Need Right Now – Brobible
For the past 22 years, King Marcio Mizael Matolias has lived in a sand castle on the beach of Barra da Tijuca in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Source: This Guy Who’s Been Living In A Sand Castle For The Past … Continue reading
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Brazil Reverses Course, Will Not Weaken Anti-Slavery Law – FreedomUnited.org
In response to widespread criticism, Brazil will not weaken its anti-slavery law. The government has issued a decree backtracking on its original plan to revise the legal definition of slavery, a move that would have made it harder for abuses … Continue reading
Brazilian Military Police Display Insane But Effective Way To Get Out Of A Tight Parking Spot — BroBible
Once again, the Brazilian police show why they’re very good at what they do. When the cops aren’t gunning down gangsters or taking out drug planes, the Brazilian cops are practicing some next level driving techniques. In this demonstration video, … Continue reading
Grande Rio 2018 – ensaio de rua para o Carnaval 2018
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Dolphins that help humans fish
Dolphins in southern Brazil have a special relationship with the local fishermen. Source: Dolphins that help humans fish
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Where are our black superheroes? Inspired by Marvel Comics, Bahian artist turns myths of African Orixás (deities) into superheroes — Black Women of Brazil
Note from BW of Brazil: Just like any young boy, I spent a great amount of my time in the fantasy world of the superheroes. It was a regular part of my life. I remember growing up in Detroit, there … Continue reading
Fantastic news from #FicaMaua! — CAFOD Liverpool Blog
We’re sure you’ll have seen our countdown over on our Twitter and Facebook accounts urging CAFOD supporters to stand in solidarity with a community in São Paulo who have been facing eviction from their homes. 237 families were faced with … Continue reading
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