Revelers hold a banner that reads in Portuguese, "Life is worth it," to pay tribute to Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres ...

Carnival originated in Europe and can be traced back to the winter festivals that were celebrated in the Middle Ages. The ...

Rio sambas through a sweltering carnival as temperatures soar.

The Brazilian Carnival is a lively and diverse festival that has something for everyone. If you're looking to experience Carnival in a famous destination, here are seven must-visit places: Rio de ...

A fire broke out Wednesday at a factory making costumes for Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, injuring 21 people in a blow to the ...

From caipirinhas to batidas, these Brazilian cocktails bring the flavors of Carnival to your glass. Discover traditional and modern takes on classic drinks.

Brazilian Carnival is a massive draw for travelers from all over the world, especially Americans. According to Airbnb, the U.S. ranks second in the number of nights booked in Rio de Janeiro during ...

Pre-colonial people in Brazil may have gathered in summer months to feast on migratory fish and share alcoholic drinks, a new study suggests. An international team—involving scientists from the ...

Heavy rains and floods in São Paulo state, Brazil, killed at least 36 people on Sunday. The city of São Sebastião was one of the hardest hit with dozens of people missing after at least 50 ...

Brazil captivates visitors with its vibrant culture, stunning beaches, the vast Amazon rainforest, the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, and the energetic Carnival festival. The country also ...

Many areas of Brazil are being hit by a heat wave and beaches were packed with people this weekend in Rio, particularly in Copacabana, where one of the best-known samba schools in the carnival, ...

A reveler dressed as Oscar-nominated actress Fernanda Torres holds a cutout of an Instagram account of "The Academy" during a ...