RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A Carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro will present the story ... Xica Manicongo was captured and enslaved in Brazil’s northeastern Bahia state. Authorities from the Portuguese ...

A Carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro will present ... Xica Manicongo was captured and enslaved in Brazil’s northeastern Bahia state. Authorities from the Portuguese Inquisition threatened her ...

Just a few minutes from the school parades in Rio de Janeiro's Sambadrome, there’s a huge workforce stitching, fixing, sweeping up feathers and sequins, and assembling floats and instruments.

The 'Carnival bubble' loves this kind of theme and ... who was kidnapped from the Congo region and enslaved in the Brazilian state of Bahia. As one of her people's quimbanda, colonizers perceived her ...

Ondas Cultural & Movement Arts presents:Carnaval in Bahia on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 4 PM at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center Free and open to the public. Spots in the workshop are first come ...

A former Royal Caribbean guest was removed from their sailing and arrested after getting caught with a forbidden substance.

Brazil is known for it's vibrant and folklore festivals but here are some of the most exciting and thrilling festivals of Brazil which will leave you wanting more of these festivals.

According to the latest issue of the Infogripe bulletin from the Rio de Janeiro-based Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), large crowds during the upcoming Carnival festivities may lead to increased ...

From colourful old towns to sleek modern skylines, this gallery showcases the world’s most beautiful cities, celebrated for their natural beauty, awe-inspiring architecture, iconic landmarks and rich ...