Bossa nova icon Astrud Gilberto no more, cause of death unknownRenowned singer Astrud Gilberto passed away at the age of 83.
Lula da Silva defeats Jair Bolsonaro to again become Brazil's presidentWith more than 99 per cent of the votes tallied in the runoff vote, da Silva had 50.9 per cent and Bolsonaro 49.1 per cent, and the electio...
The cute, the hot and the freaky: Best of Coachella 2022Harry Styles made a splashy Coachella debut, playing a string of beloved hits.
Murakami believes in rhythmic healing, says Brazilian Bossa nova music can keep stress at bayThe '1Q84' author hosted a live jam to help people relax amid the pandemic.
Brazil's pandemic deaths top 200,000 amid a return to funThe explosion of celebrations came just ahead of a pandemic milestone: Brazil passed 200,000 deaths on Thursday, rising 1,524 in the previo...
Let's go to the beach! Rio asks sunbathers to follow social distancing, use app to reserve space in sandThe measures have been taken to contain the spread of Covid-19.
Ginga: Not anymore just the identity of Brazil footballPedro do Sal is a personification of the country’s expression, elegance, and euphoria — traits which also formed the way Brazil played foot...
Sports enthusiasts? Rio de Janeiro provides the perfect backdrop for any activityGood weather, ocean winds and mountain terrain are in abundance.
Ditch the five stars and explore Rio through these boutique hotelsHotel Fasano bears the aesthetic stylings of design heavyweights like Philippe Starck, Oscar Niemeyer and Sergio Rodrigues.
Fancy Samba moves or being sprayed by champagne? This New Year, Rio de Janeiro is the hot spot!Summer holidays in Rio de Janeiro begin around Christmas time and last through the Carnival (February 15, 2015). This is also considered as...
An Indian saviour in BrazilWhile living conditions in most favelas, which balance precariously, are not as dire as India’s slums, life is still tough for residents.
Futevôlei coach Dunga attracts attention as he shares the name of the famous Brazilian soccer playerIt is a widely played professional sport in Brazil and Dunga is well-known in its world. This, however, is not the World Cup-winning Dunga.
FIFA World Cup 2014: Brazil, Argentina fans indulge in good-humoured ribbing at CopacabanaBrazil’s fans remain largely confident that their team will win the World Cup. A final face-off with chief nemesis Argentina is widely pred...
Hovercraft: New way Rio de Janeiro is eyeing to bring World Cup tourists to the city from airportThe state would like at least two such boats that fit around 80 people each and could make about four trips an hour, he said.
Business leaders, stars among fans heading to Brazil for football World CupA trip to the other side of the earth, however, would cost a bomb. A round trip and stay for a week in Brazil and watching one league match...
Mumbai records maximum growth in retail rent globallyMumbai has witnessed the highest growth in retail rentals globally with city's Colaba Causeway recording 75% jump in rents over the last ye...
- A tryst with the sea
Bordi is a perfect weekend getaway for those searching for some precious hours of solitude.