At her Rio de Janeiro studio, artist Adriana Varejão often leaves the tall accordion doors open—rain or shine. This affords a view of a courtyard that’s a frequent stopping place for birds of the ...

Armored vehicles rumbling through narrow alleys. Rifle shots cracking in heavy crossfire. Helicopters and weaponized drones firing from above. Soldiers in military gear engaged in violent combat.

Robert Muggah, an expert in organised crime in Brazil, explains the origins of the Commando Vermehlo, the gang targeted in a ...

Fears that Brazilian football fans may ignore social distancing rules and turn up for Saturday's Copa Libertadores final between Palmeiras and Santos have prompted Rio de Janeiro police to announce an ...

Growing up, I listened to a lot of Bossa Nova. My mom has always loved the Brazilian music genre, born in Rio de Janeiro, for ...

But Brazil ’s musical culture extends far beyond one genre. Samba, tropicália, axé, forró, electronic music, and more make ...

João Pessoa, the capital of the state of Paraíba, is an enigmatic coastal metropolis. From the city’s beaches, you’ll see ...

Travel + Leisure checks in with Farm Rio Co-founder Katia Barros on her favorite places to unwind, shop, and dine in her home ...

Ipanema and Copacabana are perfect spots to grab an umbrella, snack on empadas or coalho cheese, and sip cocktails. If you ...

Rio de Janeiro is the capital of Carnival in Brazil—a dazzling, five-day extravaganza of parades, music, and street parties.

Police in Rio de Janeiro have launched a massive operation in two favelas, resulting in 121 deaths, including four officers.

More than 100 people are said to have been shot dead as violence engulfed this city famous for its sunshine-kissed beaches.