Brazil
These 8 Bird Species Have Disappeared from Earth
A bird depicted in the 2011 children's animation "Rio" is among species conservationists fear have gone extinct.
Brazil Museum Fire: 'History Going up in Flames'
On September 2, the National Museum of Brazil was struck by a devastating fire that gutted the 200-year-old building, destroying an estimated 18 million artifacts.
Venezuelan Refugees Granted Easier Access by Neighbors
Many Venezuelans have complained that it has become increasingly difficult to obtain passports and official documents, such as marriage and birth certificates, as their country sinks further into an economic crisis.
Brazil Natural History Museum Fire: What Has Been Lost?
Brazilian President Michel Temer called the loss of much the National Museum's 20 million items "a sad day for all Brazilians."
Blaze Destroys Museum in Rio De Janeiro
Fire at National Museum in Rio de Janeiro destroys more than 20 million items, including archaeological finds and historical memorabilia.
Americas Account for Half of Annual Global Gun Deaths
Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Venezuela and the U.S. together accounted for half of the 251,000 gun deaths in 2016.
Fleeing Venezuelan Refugees Face Violence, Xenophobia
"You've no idea what it's like [in Venezuela]. Whole families eat from the trash."
Hajj 2018: Where Does Halal Food Come From?
When millions of Muslims are set to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, there's a good chance they'll be eating food from South America.
'Dr. Bumbum' Charged Over Botched Buttock Lift
Denis Furtado was captured by police after four days on the run in July.
Brazil Says Venezuela Won't Help With Measles Outbreak
Four people in Brazil have died from measles since February.
Viral Video Shows Man Beating Wife Just Before She Dies
After Tatiane Spitzner falls to her death, Luís Felipe Manvailer can be seen dragging her dead body back up to their apartment.
Last Survivor of Uncontacted Tribe Caught on Camera
The man has been living alone in the rain forest for at least 22 years.
Plastic Surgeon 'Dr. Bumbum' On Run After Patient Dies
Denis Furtado has 650,000 Instagram followers.
Scorpions Invade Cities to Find Food, Kill Hundreds
Deforestation and urban sprawl are forcing the venomous animals into contact with humans.
Will Brazil's Lula Remain in Jail? Judges Feud
Despite being behind bars, Lula remains popular among Brazilians.
Neymar's Diving May Have Cost Brazil
Neymar has been widely criticized for his playacting during the 2018 World Cup.
2018 Is Officially the World Cup of Upsets
Many of the giants are gone, perhaps clearing the way for a new champion.
Brazil vs. Belgium: Betting Odds, Expert Predictions
The World Cup favorite is set to face its toughest test yet on Friday.
Measles Outbreak Threatens Indigenous Yanomami People
"Urgent medical care is the only thing standing between these communities and utter devastation."
Brazil the Favorites After World Cup Group Stage
The holders are out but five-time champions Brazil remain.
Brazil-Germany Soccer Rivalry Turns Fatal in Lebanon
The army said a suspect had been arrested and interrogated.
Reporter Destroys Man Who Tried to Kiss Her on TV
Julia Guimarães is the second journalist to experience sexual harassment while broadcasting during Russia's World Cup.
Police Chopper Opens Fire on Neighborhood, Kills Teen
Marcos Vinicius de Silva, 14, was caught up in a police security operation when he was walking to school.
World Cup Winner Odds
If you bet on Panama—and by some miracle, they win it all—you'd make a whole lot of money.
World Cup for Dummies: Everything You Need to Know
The 411 on this summer's biggest sporting event.
Oil Workers Strike Across Brazil Joining Truckers
Brazilian truckers have already been protesting for 10 days.
Farmers Slaughter Chickens to Stop Cannibalism
As a trucker strike in Brazil disrupts feed supplies, farmers have been forced to cull flocks to stop the starving birds eating one another.
Ronaldinho to Marry Two Women at Same Time: Report
Reports suggest the trio will wed in a small ceremony in Rio de Janeiro.
African Migrant Boat Rescued Off Brazil Coast
The migrants on board had not eaten for five days, police said.