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Brazilians vote in high-stakes presidential election
Brazilians vote in high-stakes presidential election
Economic concerns and competing political visions shape the vote in South America’s largest nation.Politics10/04/2026October 4, 202601:47 min
Brazil votes in tight election between Lula and Bolsonaro
Brazil votes in tight election between Lula and Bolsonaro
President Lula da Silva has framed his contest against Flavio Bolsonaro as one of “democracy” vs. “corruption.”Politics10/04/2026October 4, 2026
Brazil election: Lula, Bolsonaro focus on women’s vote
Brazil election: Lula, Bolsonaro focus on women’s vote
Brazil heads to a pivotal election as Lula faces Bolsonaro in a tight race.Politics10/03/2026October 3, 202604:13 minShow moreSkip next section In the spotlight
In the spotlight
World Rivers Day: Why our waterways are drying up
Climate change and rising water demand are straining rivers. Can ecosystem restoration help them recover?Climate09/27/2026September 27, 202610 images
Brazil’s Indigenous guardian of stingless bees
Marcio Karai protects native stingless bees and preserves the traditional knowledge of the Guarani Indigenous people.Nature and Environment08/08/2026August 8, 20269 images
Latin America: Why are voters turning to the right?
Why are right-wing governments so popular in Latin America? And are they here to stay? Politics06/25/2026June 25, 2026
How cities are adapting to a warming world
As heat waves grow more frequent and fierce, cities worldwide are racing to cool streets and reshape urban life.Climate06/19/2026June 19, 2026
‘Separated by ICE’ wins World Press Photo of the Year
Trauma, war, climate change, hope: The images of the 2026 World Press Photo Contest depict the reality of our time. Media04/23/2026April 23, 202613 images
Tourists flock to a Brazilian favela for viral videos
Critics say the trend romanticizes poverty. Some residents appreciate the attention — and the income tourists bring in.Culture03/16/2026March 16, 20268 imagesSkip next section A closer look
A closer look
Amazon rainforest
The Amazon is the largest and most biodiverse tropical rainforest in the world, the majority of which lies in Brazil. It also covers parts of Peru, Colombia and other South American countries.
Fighting wildfires: Why one strategy won’t fit all forests
Fighting wildfires: Why one strategy won’t fit all forests
Spain has declared a national emergency, over 900 fires are raging in Canada. How can we stop our forests from burning?Nature and Environment07/24/2026July 24, 2026
Ecuador starts fracking in Amazon rainforest
Ecuador starts fracking in Amazon rainforest
Ecuador wants to increase its oil production but faces a backlash from environmentalists and Indigenous groups.Nature and Environment04/30/2026April 30, 2026
Mercosur trade pact down to the wire at EU summit
Mercosur trade pact down to the wire at EU summit
Brussels sees the trade deal with the regional trading bloc as a chance to open new markets, but resistance is massive.Business12/18/2025December 18, 202502:19 minExplore moreAll content (758) on this topic
