Despite accusations hurled at him for his alleged involvement in a high-level corruption scandal, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Brazil's former president, is contemplating a possible return to office in the 2018 elections.
Brazilian law enforcers arrested Facebook’s Latin America regional vice-president after WhatsApp failed to comply with a court order demanding information from the social media company’s subsidiary.
Jose Eduardo Cardozo has resigned from his position as justice minister in Brazil. Justice Minister Jose Eduardo Cardozo has decided to resign from his post following the controversial corruption scandal he is handling.
When it comes to paradise, the vision that always comes to mind is a deserted beach framed by clear turquoise waters, powdery white sands and lush palm trees. It's the picture perfect setting that always feels a little bit out of reach, but the idyllic island of every traveler's dream is probably just waiting in Latin America.
Brazil's planned underwater cable, linking directly to Europe's Internet, will likely bring lots of technical and economic advantages to the country and the rest of Latin America in general.
Brazil's recession woes continue with the unemployment rate climbing to 7.6 percent in January. Statistics agency Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics revealed that the numbers rose from 6.9 percent in December, marking the highest unemployment rate for the month of January in seven years since 2009.
A new study suggests that Zika virus may pose a more serious threat to unborn babies. The spread of Zika virus in Latin America has been associated with microcephaly, due to the rise of newborn children with the said condition.
Maracanã Stadium will be hosting the draw for football tournaments for the Rio 2016 Olympics. Despite the health issues that the Zika virus has brought to Brazil, it has not stopped everyone's excitement about the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Joao Santana, President Dilma Rousseff’s campaign manager, was specifically suspected to have received bribes in offshore accounts related to the Car Wash scheme.
The Zika virus is making Brazil's economy worse. The Zika virus has continuously made headlines in the past months. However, aside from the health risks it poses in Latin America, it also affects its economy.
Latin America is a destination teeming with extreme adventures. While there are tranquil spots where the more low-key tourists can kick back and relax, the region is a paradise for adrenaline junkies with next level activities that will truly make the vacation memorable.
Brazil’s former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is now faced with legal charges after he was accused of corruption during his term as the leader of the South American country.
Plan for your next getaway with this handy guide to the best beaches in Latin America. Winter got you blue? Look ahead and plan for your summer vacation now that it's almost here.
Latin American nations recently dominated the list for having the worst cases of corruption worldwide. As a matter of fact, Transparency International named three cases in the region on their 2015 “Unmask the Corrupt” campaign.
Latin America is a vast and developing market. That’s why the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) and the Canning House, a top U.K. forum on Latin American politics, economics and business, believed that the growth of Scotch showed what other European businesses can achieve in the region.
Doctors continue to witness an increase in patients exhibiting the symptoms of the condition. Paralysis and neurological disorders, such as the Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), are increasing in Latin American countries and its links to the Zika virus outbreak could be getting stronger, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed in a new report.
Hundreds of Brazilian companies were recently slapped with fines for employment methods equivalent to modern day slave labor. The blacklist was initiated in November 2003, which showed hundreds of individuals and companies who were forcing people to work under unideal conditions.
