Brazil

MLS News: MLS Aims to Use 2014 World Cup to Grow League's, Soccer's Popularity

Capitalizing on a surprisingly good run by the Unites States Men's National Team (USMNT) in the 2014 World Cup, as well the recording-breaking ratings for ESPN and Univision, United States Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati and Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber discuss the future of MLS and soccer future during Bloomberg Sports Business Summit.

Volkswagen Reportedly Spied on Brazilian Union Leaders in the 1980s

VW passed on union information to Brazil's military dictatorship German carmaker Volkswagen AG spied on Brazilian union leaders throughout the 1980s and passed on information gathered about wages and other sensitive topics to the country's military dictatorship.

Neymar Helps Brazil Beat Colombia in World Cup Soccer Rematch

Neymar made a triumphant return for Brazil as the striker led his squad to a 1-0 win in their World Cup rematch with Colombia on Friday at Sun Life Stadium in Miami, Florida.

Women Only Community in Brazil Seeks Male Spouses: Town Reportedly More 'Organized,' 'Harmonious' Without Men

The Brazil town of Noiva do Cordeiro is inhabited by women only, and the 600 residents are looking for some male counterparts.

Brazilian Presidential Candidate Marian Silva Increases Lead in Polls Ahead of Election

Less than two weeks after entering Brazil's presidential race as the Socialist Party candidate, polls show that Marina Silva has widened her lead over President Dilma Rousseff.

2014 US Open Update: A Look at Latino Tennis Players Thriving As Field Dwindles

The 2014 U.S. Open Championship is underway in Queens, New York City. The best tennis players from around the world are featured in this event. After two rounds of play, Colombian-born players are among the most successful.

Brazil Presidential Election 2014: Newest Candidate Marina Silva Passes Rousseff in Polls

Candidate Marina Silva wasn't in the race last month Brazil's newest presidential candidate, borne of tragedy, has eclipsed incumbent Dilma Rousseff and looks likely to win the country's Oct.

Brazil Prison Riot Leaves Four Dead, Several Injured

Prisoners are rioting in protest of prison conditions Brazilian police are reporting that four people have been killed and many others injured in a prison riot at a facility in the southern city of Cascavel.

Meet Claudia Alende, The Woman Dominating Brazil's 'Best Butt' Competition

Find out more about the woman being compared to Megan Fox. ` Out of 27 women competing to be named the best butt in Brazil, Claudia Alende is currently dominating.

Brazil President News 2014: Marina Silva Replaces Presidential Hopeful Killed in Plane Crash

New candidate has a better chance of unseating Brazil's president A week after Brazilian presidential candidate Eduardo Campos died in a plane crash, he has been replaced on the ticket by former running mate Marina Silva, according to CNN.

Sirius XM Satellite Radio Pitbull Channel: Mr. Worldwide Becomes First Latino to Run His Own Music Station

Cuban-American rapper Pitbull, a.k.a. "Mr. Worldwide," is getting 'Sirius' when it comes to mixing his musical tastes, sharing them with his fans and creating his own radio channel.

Soccer Transfer News & Rumors: Will Barcelona's Luis Suarez & Neymar Surpass Lionel Messi in 2014-15?

Lionel Messi did not have a great World Cup. He pulled off some heroic moments for Argentina in the Group Stage before slowly fading into the background as the competition grew stronger and the pressure mounted. With Neymar and Luis Suarez now added to his club team, Barcelona, will they surpass the four-time FIFA Ballon d'Or winner?

Miss BumBum Contest 2014: 27 Brazilian Women Compete for Best Butt Title

Voting is now open for Miss BumBum 2014. More than two dozen women are battling to see who has the best bum. The Miss Bumbum event is held in Brazil, where 27 contestants will be competing.

Brazil Presidential Candidates 2014: Eduardo Campos Dies in Plane Crash; Current President Calls for Mourning

Current president declares three days of mourning in Brazil A Brazilian presidential candidate died on Wednesday, along with six others, when a plane crashed in a suburb of the coastal city of Santos, USA Today reported.

Why is Brazil Making Its Female Teachers Get a 'Virginity Test'?

The tests have been around since at least 2012. Women looking to get into education in Sao Paulo are sometimes asked to prove their virginity in order to get jobs.

EU to Discourage Latin America From Exporting Food to Russia

Russia put a ban on imported foods from the EU and U.S. The European Union appears set to hold talks with Latin American countries to discourage them from exporting food to Russia, according to a report from RT.

Brazil: Losing Young Voters

about 1/3 less are voting in this years elections than in the previous one, in 2010 Brazil is seeing the lowest population of registered teen voters for the upcoming October election, according to reports.

Rio de Janeiro 2016 Summer Olympics: Brazil's Sewage-Filled Guanabara Bay Still a Concern for Sailing Teams

Pollution of the Guanabara Bay continues to be a concern for sailors as they prepare for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

San Francisco Man Recycles Smartphones, Solar Panels Into Device Aimed to Stop Poaching, Deforestation in Amazon Rainforest

Topher White, a 32-year-old from San Francisco, has repurposed smartphones to help protect the Amazon rainforest.

Dancers Hope to Shake Criminal Reputation of Funk Genre in Brazil With Passinho Performances [Video]

On July 24, dancers brought the Brazil street dance of Passinho to New York's Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

Latin American Countries Criticize Israel's Actions in Gaza

Latin American countries are denouncing Israel's actions, and some countries are taking diplomatic actions to show their support for Palestinians.
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