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Indigenous Groups Push to Protect 80 Percent of Amazon From Deforestation

Indigenous groups in Brazil are urging world leaders to support their new target to protect 80 percent of the Amazon from deforestation by 2025.

Brazil vs. Argentina: Here's Why FIFA World Cup Qualifier Was Suspended

Why was the FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Brazil and Argentina suspended? The FIFA World Cup qualifier match between Brazil and Argentina was postponed on Sunday after Brazilian health officials marched in the arena to challenge the inclusion of at least four players who allegedly breached Brazil's COVID-19 protocol.
Balloon Starts Large Fire in Brazil Park; Rain of Ash Hits Sao Paulo

Balloon Starts Large Fire in Brazil Park; Rain of Ash Hits Sao Paulo

More than half of a state park in Brazil burned on Sunday afternoon after an illegal fire balloon fell, setting off a fire in the Juguery Park near Sao Paulo.
Police in Brazil Discover 24 Suitcases Filled With Cocaine on Private Jet, Spanish Passenger Detained

Police in Brazil Discover 24 Suitcases Filled With Cocaine on Private Jet, Spanish Passenger Detained

After police discovered 24 suitcases filled with cocaine on a private jet, the Spanish citizen passenger of the aircraft was detained at an airport in Brazil.
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Sitio Burle Marx, Brazil’s Cultural Landscape Garden Receives UNESCO Distinction

The Sitio Burle Marx, located in western Rio de Janeiro that features more than 3,500 species of plants native to Rio received a new international distinction Tuesday as UNESCO added it to the list of world heritage sites.
Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro to Return to Work After Spending Nearly a Week in Hospital

Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro to Return to Work After Spending Nearly a Week in Hospital

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has left the Sao Paulo hospital, where he was treated for an obstructed intestine since last week.
Lionel Messi's Argentina Wins Copa America Title for First Time Since 1993 as They Beat Brazil

Lionel Messi's Argentina Wins Copa America Title for the First Time Since 1993 as They Beat Brazil

Lionel Messi's Argentina team has managed to win the championship title in the Copa America 2021 final on Saturday after beating host team Brazil.
Copa America Final to Feature Brazil vs Argentina Game

Copa America Final to Feature Brazil vs Argentina Game

Brazil vs Argentina will be the main highlight on Saturday as the Copa America final nears its conclusion.
Brazil to Suspend $324 Million COVID Vaccine Deal With India's Bharat Biotech

Brazil to Suspend $324 Million COVID Vaccine Deal With India's Bharat Biotech

Brazil will suspend the $324 million COVID vaccine deal with Indian's Bharat Biotech after accusations of irregularities came to light.
 Amazon Rainforest in Brazil Is Being Plagued by Armed Violence Linked to Illegal Gold Mining

Amazon Rainforest in Brazil Is Being Plagued by Armed Violence Linked to Illegal Gold Mining

The Palimiu region inside the Amazon rainforest in Brazil is being plagued by armed violence linked to illegal gold mining.
White House to Send 3 Million Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine to Brazil That Faces Massive Surge in Cases

White House to Send 3 Million Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine Doses to Brazil That Faces Massive Surge in Cases

The White House is sending Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccines to Brazil as the country continuously experiences an uptick in COVID cases.
Copa America in Brazil Raises COVID-19 Cases Among Players, Staff, Workers to More Than 50

Copa America in Brazil Raises COVID-19 Cases Among Players, Staff, Workers to More Than 50

At least 33 soccer players and team staff are among those 52 confirmed COVID-19 cases from the Copa America tournament in Brazil.

Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro Requests a Faster COVID Vaccine Delivery on Pfizer

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro requested pharmaceutical giant Pfizer for faster delivery of their COVID vaccines.

Copa America: Brazil Opens Football League With a Win Against Venezuela

Brazil scored 3-0 against Venezuela, sealing their win on Copa America 2021. The match happened at Mane Garrincha Stadium in Brasilia.

Copa America 2021: 12 Players, Staff Of Venezuela Football Team Tested Positive for COVID-19

Twelve players and staff from Venezuela football team tested positive for COVID, the day before the match against Brazil in Copa America 2021.
Argentina President Alberto Fernandez Apologizes for Brazil Comments: 'Brazilians Came From the Jungle'

Argentina President Alberto Fernandez Apologizes for Brazil Comments: 'Brazilians Came From the Jungle'

Argentina President Alberto Fernandez apologized on Twitter for his tone-deaf comments about people in Brazil. He said "Brazilians came from the jungle."
Brazil Supreme Court To Consider Requests To Halt Copa America

Brazil Supreme Court To Consider Requests To Halt Copa America

Brazil Supreme Court has agreed to hear the requests regarding blocking Copa America from taking place in the South American country.

Copa America 2021: Brazil's COVID Inquiry Staff Urge Tournament's Postponement; AFA Confirms Argentina on the Football League

COVID inquiry staff members from Brazil urged for the postponement of Copa America in the country. Meanwhile, the AFA confirmed Argentina's entry into the football league.
Spectrum Auction for 5G Networks To Take Place in Brazil Next Month: Communications Minister

Spectrum Auction for 5G Networks To Take Place in Brazil Next Month: Communications Minister

Brazil Communications Minister Fabio Faria had announced on Wednesday that the government will be seeing the spectrum auction for 5G networks next month.
Brazilian 'Superman' Hit by a Bus He Was Trying to Stop to Show Off His Strength

Brazilian 'Superman' Hit by a Bus He Was Trying to Stop to Show Off His Strength

A Brazilian comedian dressed as "Superman" was hit by a bus while he was pretending to stop the moving vehicle with his hand to show off his strength.
“Not the Best Place”: Argentina, Chile Team Coaches Worry Over Brazil Hosting Copa America 2021

"Not the Best Place": Argentina, Chile Team Coaches Worry Over Brazil Hosting Copa America 2021

Football coaches for Argentina and Chile are worried over the decision of Brazil to host Copa America 2021.
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