Brazil

Android Market Share in Argentina and Brazil Tops 70 Percent

Android owns more than 70 percent of the smartphone operating system market in the South American countries of Brazil and Argentina, according to a new report from global analytics firm Kantar Worldpanel.

Art in Bloom: Brazilian-Inspired Abstract Art Blossoms with Floral Designs, Benefits Critically Ill Children in Brazil

What do you get when you combine, stunning floral designs -- rich with roses, orchards and hydrangeas from Brazil and Colombia -- with thought-provoking abstract art, Brazilian beats and the taste of Brazil's signature drink, the Caipirinha? An artistic, horticulturist's dream, filled with the essence of Brazil.

Brazil Political News 2014: Nation Passes 'Internet Bill of Rights' Legislation Following NSA Revelations

Brazil passed a bill Wednesday that guarantees Internet privacy and freedom. Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff ratified a bill Wednesday that guarantees Internet privacy and freedom during an Internet conference in Sao Paulo.

2014 NBA Standings, Playoff Picture And Bracket Predictions: Brazilan Center Tiago Splitter Plays Huge Role for San Antonio Spurs Championship Run

The San Antonio Spurs enter the 2014 NBA playoffs as the No. 1 seed in the West and the best record in the NBA. Led by a Hall of Fame coach and a star studded roster, it may be an unknown player that plays a pivotal roles to the Spurs postseason success.

Digital Purchases Via Smartphones, Tablets Growing in Brazil But PCs Remain Popular Across Demographics

Smartphone and tablet adoption in Brazil has increased, as a result, the shopping habits by Brazilians have shifted.

Lent 2014: Pope Francis Celebrates Palm Sunday With Selfies at Vatican City

Instead of reading from his prepared homily, Pope Francis delivered an impromptu sermon to a packed St. Peter's Square for Palm Sunday Mass, which marked the beginning of Holy Week for the Roman Catholic Church.

Online Banking Growing in Brazil: More Than Half Made Digital Transactions in 2013

Conducting business on a digital basis has grown in Latin America with notable emphasis in Brazil. Conducting business on a digital basis has grown in Latin America with notable emphasis in Brazil.

Brazil Police Raid Rio de Janeiro Organized Crime Center in Preparation for 2014 FIFA Soccer World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics

Over 1,000 Brazilian police officers storm the Mare favela Sunday morning. With only about two months until the World Cup, Brazilian police made their presence known in Rio de Janeiro Sunday.

2014 FIFA Soccer World Cup Group Draw List, Game Schedule, Ticket Price and Phase News: Football Championship Takes Place June 12-July 13 in Brazil

Brazil hosts for the second time The 2014 FIFA World Cup is the 20th international football tournament for men. The venue of the tournament is in Brazil and the event will run from June 12 to July 13, 2014.

Brazilian Congress Passes World's First "Bill of Rights" For The Internet

Earlier this month, Sir Tim Berners-Lee, creator of the World Wide Web, called for a "Bill of Rights" for the web on its 25th birthday. Late last night, Brazil broke ground and became the first country to pass a bill protecting the rights of internet users.

SXSW Interactive Gains International Appeal and Reflects Start-up Growth from Brazil, South Africa, Europe and Africa

SXSW Interactive is becoming more international, but this time other countries don't just want to report back to its citizens, instead they want to show off what they are made of from start-ups to new, innovative ideas -- thus making for more competitive contenders on a global scale.

Carnaval Party 2014 Brazil Celebration: Annual Festival's History, Music & Tourism

The festival draws millions of tourists a year "Carnaval" is annual festival always celebrated the weekend before the beginning of Lent and ends on Fat Tuesday, the day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday.

Internet Media Advertisement Spending Tops Magazines But Can't Topple Broadcast Television in Brazil During 2013

Advertisers are spending less on magazine advertisements and more on the Internet in one Latin American country.

Brazil Increases Drone Power as Spain Transfers UAV Tech to the South American Giant

Spain's National Institute of Aerospace Technology agreed to transfer drone technology to Brazil on Thursday, giving Brazil the opportunity to market the drones to South American countries interested in using the unmanned systems.

FIFA World Cup 2014 Song: Jennifer Lopez Films Colorful Music Video for 'We Are One'

Jennifer Lopez heats up Florida along with Claudia and Pitbull while filming the video to the Fifa Anthem.

Saint Valentíne's Day Traditions in Peru, Brazil, Guatemala, Colombia and other South American Countries

San Valentín, in Latin America, is a day reserved for passion, sensual love, expectations, and the material exchange of tokens of affection, all to show devotion and commitment. Valentine’s Day in many Latin American countries also promotes “acts of appreciation” for friends, applauding non-romantic love.

World Cup 2014: L.A. Museum's Exhibition, "Fútbol: The Beautiful Game" Features Andy Warhol's Silk-Screen of Brazil's Pelé

GOOOAL for the arts!!! The excitement surrounding the World Cup, which kicks off on June 12 and ends of July 13, is mounting - and appropriately the host nation will be Brazil, the birthplace of one of the greatest soccer players in the history of the game, Pelé.

World Cup 2014 Schedule & Teams: J.Lo, Pitbull and Claudia Leitte to Sing Official Anthem 'We Are One'

Jennifer Lopez, Pitbull and Claudia Leitte are the official singers collaborating for the World Cup 2014 official world cup anthem titled, "We Are One."

Christ the Redeemer Lightning Strike: Rio's Famous Statue Keeps Losing Its Fingers

Rio de Janeiro in Brazil is known for its beauty, culture and of course the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue. Considered the largest Art Deco in the world, the famous statue represents Brazil's faith in Christianity. But what defenses does a 100-foot statue at the top of a mountain have against lightning? Not much.

Rihanna New Boyfriend & News Update: Singer Smoking Marijuana With Booty Exposed [See Photo Here]

Rihanna spotted in Brazil looking amazing in a swimsuit... while smoking marijuana? Rihanna is obviously cutting loose and having a lot of fun in Brazil.

Brazil's 'Surfer Dogs' Prove that Man's Best Friend Can Also Hit the Waves

We all know want happens when you give a dog a bone, but what if you give him a paddle board and tell him to hit the water? Well, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, many canines apparently know how to "hang ten."
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