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‘We built Brazil’: how descendants of enslaved Africans have helped shape the country
A new book explores the way Black people are playing a transformative role in the fight for equality despite centuries of enslavement and continued neglect. “A cook for a small family is needed. ...World - The Guardian - 7 hours ago -
How Europe’s battery champion descended into crisis
Insiders say Northvolt, Europe’s best-funded start-up, has been beset by problems from the startBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
At a Pennsylvania Rally, Trump Descends to New Levels of Vulgarity
The G.O.P. nominee repeated crude insults, and his supporters relished each moment. But the display could alienate swing voters.Top stories - The New York Times - October 20 -
Trump and Harris Descend on Texas to Campaign as Vote Nears
With less than two weeks before the election, Beyoncé will join the Democratic nominee, while Trump will be interviewed by podcaster Joe Rogan.Business - Inc. - 5 days ago -
International investors descend on London as Labour tries to woo new business to Britain
Uncertainty around the event and suspected tax changes in the upcoming budget has left many investors in the dark.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
Harris, Trump descend on Pennsylvania in closing weeks of 2024 race
Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump descended on Pennsylvania on Monday. The Keystone State is one of the most crucial battleground states for both candidates this ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Tulsa Race Massacre descendants meet with DOJ amid federal review
Family members of the two known living survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre met for the first time on Thursday with detectives from the DOJ.Top stories - ABC News - October 17 -
Positively Pernambuco – a story of hope in Brazil
A fashion photographer and a teacher shift the focus onto one of Brazil’s most marginalised communitiesWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
The New Threat to Brazil’s Forests: Chemicals
Authorities use satellites to track deforestation caused by chain saws or fire. Now criminals are using chemicals to degrade trees — and evade detection.World - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Is Brazil’s Supreme Court Saving Democracy or Threatening It?
Brazil’s top court expanded its power to protect democracy. But some are wondering whether the court now represents the threat.World - The New York Times - October 17 -
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Raphinha brace carries Brazil to 4-0 WCQ win
Raphinha converted a penalty in each half to guide an improved Brazil to a 4-0 home win over Peru in South American World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
Brazil federal police seek extradition of Bolsonaro supporters from Argentina
Brazil’s Federal Police has requested the extradition of dozens of people who had fled the country after being accused of storming top government offices last year, in an alleged bid to forcefully ...World - ABC News - October 16 -
Grading Argentina, Brazil and South America's World Cup hopefuls
It's time to give each team a letter grade from A to F based on their performances so far.Sports - ESPN - October 18 -
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Brazil's Lula cancels trip to Russia for BRICS summit after an accident
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has canceled his trip to Russia for a BRICS summit after an accident at home that left him with a cut in the neckWorld - ABC News - October 20 -
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Brazil's president cancels Russia trip after injuring head
The 78-year-old president was scheduled to travel to Russia to attend the Brics summit.Top stories - BBC News - October 20 -
BHP accused of ‘doggedly trying to avoid’ responsibility for Brazil dam disaster
Largest group lawsuit in English legal history over 2015 dam collapse that killed 19 people opens at high court in London. The Anglo-Australian mining company BHP has been accused of “cynically and ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
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Gunman kills 3 people in southern Brazil during hours-long shootout
Authorities in southern Brazil say a 45-year-old man barricaded himself in a house and killed his father, brother and a police officer in an hours-long shootout before he himself was fatally shotWorld - ABC News - October 23 -
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BHP and Vale agree landmark $23bn settlement over Brazil dam disaster
Deal relating to damages following 2015 Mariana incident comes as groups face separate lawsuit in London’s High CourtBusiness - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
Player sent off after 3 seconds in Brazil's Serie A
A Brazilian striker was sent off in a top-division match on Saturday after hitting a rival with his elbow just three seconds into a match.Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago -
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Voters in Brazil's largest city reelect mayor, who detaches from Bolsonaro after tumultuous campaign
Voters in Brazil’s biggest city of Sao Paulo have reelected mayor Ricardo Nunes following a tumultuous campaign that pitted him against a leftist ally of President Luiz Inácio Lula da SilvaWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
São Paulo loss caps dismal local elections for Brazil’s Lula
Defeat of candidates backed by leftwing president at regional level weakens his own re-election prospectsBusiness - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
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'Biggest injustice in history' - Brazil reacts to Ballon d'Or result
Commentators, journalists and politicians in Brazil criticise the decision to award the Ballon d'Or to Manchester City's Rodri rather than Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Indigenous people march in Brazil's capital against bill limiting land rights
Hundreds of Indigenous people were marching Wednesday in Brazil’s capital, urging Congress to drop a proposed constitutional amendment that has the potential to paralyze and even reverse land ...World - ABC News - 19 hours ago -
Brazil vs. Peru live stream: Prediction, odds, pick, how to watch CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying, TV channel
Brazil are fourth in South America's 10-team World Cup qualifying tableSports - CBS Sports - October 15 -
CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying: Where to watch Lionel Messi and Argentina vs. Venezuela, Brazil vs. Chile
Bolivia will face Copa America runners-up Colombia, Ecuador take on Paraguay and Uruguay will face PeruSports - CBS Sports - October 15 -
Messi's 10th hat trick raises total to 112 international goals as Argentina wins World Cup qualifier
Lionel Messi scored his 10th international hat trick to raise his career total to 112 goals and also had a pair of assists to lead Argentina over Bolivia 6-0 in a World Cup qualifierSports - ABC News - October 16 -
Luís Roberto Barroso, Brazil’s Chief Justice, Defends Supreme Court’s Expanded Power
The chief justice of Brazil’s Supreme Court, Luís Roberto Barroso, defended the court in the face of growing debate over its aggressive role in politics.World - The New York Times - October 16 -
Brazil president Lula cancels Brics trip to Russia after ‘small brain haemorrhage’ from fall
Doctors say president sustained ‘great’ trauma to head and slight brain bleed, with long-haul travel cancelled as a precaution but is otherwise fit for duty. The Brazilian president, Luiz Inácio ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
'Nothing can bring a life back': Brazil dam collapse survivors speak as UK trial begins
A lawsuit against mining company BHP starts in London on Monday over the 2015 dam collapse.Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
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Brazil environmental disaster victims take case against mining giant BHP to UK court
Victims of Brazil’s worst environmental disaster are taking their case for compensation to a UK court on MondayWorld - ABC News - October 21
