The tektite field in Brazil shows that the region was hit by an extraterrestrial object millions of years ago. It is only the sixth such field discovered worldwide, strewn with glass pieces that formed when a cosmic object slammed into Earth with immense pressure.

Scientists say extraterrestrial object slammed into Brazil 6.3mn years ago, but left no crater. There is another proof

Mangueira opened the night, but it was Unidos do Viradouro who stole the spotlight, officially crowned the 2026 Rio Carnival champions after earning top marks from judges. Their winning performance paid tribute to legendary drum master Mestre Ciça in a powerful celebration of samba culture.


Rio de Janerio Carnival: 'Unidos Do Viradouro' Win Fourth Carnival Title

Brazil and India have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment and strategic sectors amid growing global trade uncertainty linked to new U.S. tariff policies. The move signals a push by both emerging economies to deepen economic ties, diversify markets and enhance collaboration in key industries.


Brazil & India Agree to Boost Cooperation Amid Trump's Tariffs

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties, expanding trade and strategic cooperation, and enhancing collaboration on global issues. The state visit highlights growing India‑Brazil partnership across political, economic, and cultural fronts.


Brazilian President Lula Meets PM Modi and President Murmu in Delhi

A loyal pet dog named 'Bob Coveiro' is the inspiration for a new law in Brazil's Sao Paulo state which permits pets to be buried besides their owners. Bob garnered attention after its refusal to leave the cemetery where its owner was laid to rest for a period of 10 years. 


Loyal Dog Who Stayed Near Owner's Grave for Decade Inspires New Law in Brazil

Amid a gathering of numerous global leaders, U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled the Gaza Board of Peace, a bold new forum emerging from the fragile Gaza ceasefire. Supporters hail it as a promising route to peace, while critics caution that it may undermine the United Nations, the very body tasked with maintaining global order.

Global Leaders Split on Trump's Board of Peace; Meloni Urges New Configuration

Brazilian President Lula da Silva has accused US President Donald Trump of undermining global cooperation, claiming that Trump wants to reshape the United Nations into a new body under his sole control.

Trump Peace Board: Brazil Warns of US Dominance in Global Body

A brilliant fireball meteor with Moon-like magnitude streaked and disintegrated over Rio Grande do Sul in southern Brazil on December 30 at 10:35 p.m. local time, captured by Heller & Jung Observatory in Taquara as it entered at 92 km altitude and extinguished at 35 km near Santana do Livramento. Observatory director Carlos Fernando Jung called it potentially the last major fireball of 2025 after an active year of unrecorded events, with Reuters verifying video timestamps and locations.​

Spectacular Fireball Meteor Illuminates Rio Grande do Sul Skies!

#Gravitas Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, has undergone a second medical procedure in just three days to treat his persistent hiccups. Bolsonaro is currently serving a 27-year sentence after plotting a coup to overturn the 2022 election. 


Brazil's ex-president undergoes surgery to stop hiccups

Brazil's Ex-President Undergoes Surgery to Stop Hiccups 

What if your own blood belonged to someone else? In a story that sounds like science fiction, a woman in Brazil has discovered that every cell in her bloodstream carries male XY chromosomes. This medical breakthrough is baffling the world’s top geneticists. Is it the result of a "vanishing twin" from the womb, or a mutation we’ve never seen before? We break down the science of microchimerism and the terrifying moment doctors realized her DNA didn't match her body.


Doctors shocked as woman's blood shows XY chromosomes

What if your own blood belonged to someone else? In a story that sounds like science fiction, a woman in Brazil has discovered that every cell in her bloodstream carries male XY chromosomes. This medical breakthrough is baffling the world’s top geneticists. Is it the result of a "vanishing twin" from the womb, or a mutation we’ve never seen before? We break down the science of microchimerism and the terrifying moment doctors realized her DNA didn't match her body.

The genetic glitch: Female body, male blood: The impossible discovery

What if your own blood belonged to someone else? In a story that sounds like science fiction, a woman in Brazil has discovered that every cell in her bloodstream carries male XY chromosomes. The woman had lost a twin during her birth. This medical breakthrough is baffling the world’s top geneticists. Is it the result of a "vanishing twin" from the womb, or a mutation we’ve never seen before?


The Impossible discovery: Scientists baffled by woman's male blood discovery

A Brazilian Supreme Court judge on Friday rejected a fresh appeal by jailed former president Jair Bolsonaro against his coup conviction, declaring it inadmissible. 


Brazil's Top Court Quashes Jair Bolsonaro's Appeal | Police Raid Homes of Bolsonaro's Allies 

 A Brazilian Supreme Court judge on Friday rejected a fresh appeal by jailed former president Jair Bolsonaro against his coup conviction, declaring it inadmissible. 

Brazil's Top Court Rejects Bolsonaro's Fresh Appeal | Police Raid Homes of Bolsonaro's Allies

Thousands of protesters took to the streets following former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s conviction. Bolsonaro was sentenced in September to 27 years in jail. The rally highlights political tensions and public response in Brazil amid ongoing debates over justice and governance.

Brazil In Chaos: Thousands Rally After Bolsonaro Sentenced to 27 Years in Jail in Brazil 

Massive protests erupt across Brazil as citizens demonstrate against the reduction of former President Jair Bolsonaro's jail sentence. The move has sparked controversy and public outrage, raising questions about justice, political influence, and the rule of law. Follow the latest updates on Brazil’s political tensions and nationwide protests.


Brazilians Protest Against Reduction Of Bolsonaro's Jail Sentence

Paleontologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in southern Brazil with the unearthing of a 2.5 cm skull belonging to a newborn prehistoric reptile, identified as part of the ancient species Gondwanax paraisensis. The fossil, dating back around 237 million years, is one of the oldest reptile fossils ever found and offers crucial insights into the early evolution of reptiles before the rise of dinosaurs. 


Ancient Reptile Hatching Discovered in Southern Brazil

U.S.- Brazil: President Trump and Brazilian President Lula held a 40-minute phone call focused on trade, tariffs, and sanctions, marking a thaw in bilateral relations after months of tension. Trump praised the conversation as productive and highlighted their discussions on trade barriers and U.S. sanctions imposed on Brazilian officials.

U.S.- Brazil: Trump, Lula Hold Call Focused on Trade and Sanctions 

Rio de Janeiro unveiled a dazzling 80-meter floating Christmas tree on its famous beach, marking the start of festive celebrations and attracting visitors with its spectacular lights and holiday cheer.


Brazil: Rio Unveils Floating Christmas Tree on Beach; Dazzling 80-meter Tree Lights Up Rio

Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered that right-wing former president Jair Bolsonaro begin serving his prison sentence of 27 years and three months for plotting a coup after he lost the last election.


Brazil: Ex-President Jair Bolsonaro Sentenced for Coup Plot

A powerful hailstorm struck Erechim, Brazil, injuring more than 240 people and causing widespread damage to homes, vehicles, and infrastructure. Residents are recovering from the unexpected extreme weather event as authorities provide emergency aid.

Brazil Hailstorm: More Than 240 Injured as Giant Hailstones Hit Brazil's Erechim City

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Sunday told a judge that medicine-induced paranoia and hallucination caused him to tamper with an electronic ankle monitor, court records showed, a day after police took him into custody out of fear he might flee. Supreme Court ordered Bolsonaro's detention, after more than 100 days of house arrest, citing potential flight risk as the right-wing leader awaits final appeals of his prison sentence for plotting a coup.


Brazil: Bolsonaro says medications made him tamper with tracking device, triggering detention 

The COP30 climate summit fails to secure new pledges to cut fossil fuels after running over time for more than 18 hours.

Cop30 Summit: Cop30 in Brazil Fails to Secure New Pledges to Cut Fossil Fuels 

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