A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
Aruna Rodrigues, a conjoined twin, has died from complications months after a historic 19-hour separation surgery. Read the full story of the family's courageous journey.
A wanted criminal in Brazil was arrested by an officer in a Santa Claus costume at a bus station. The 22-year-old was trying to flee on false documents. Watch the moment he was caught.
Adana Omágua Kambeba, the first Kambeba doctor, combines her medical degree with shamanic healing. Discover her mission to integrate Indigenous knowledge with science.
A two-year-old girl died after a piranha attack in the Amazon. The tragic incident occurred after she fell through a hole in her family's floating home. Read the full story.
Brazil's far-right supporters launch a boycott of iconic flip-flop brand Havaianas over a TV advert, erasing £20m in market value. Discover the political fallout and parallels to US culture wars.
Analysis reveals how Trump's transactional 'Donroe doctrine' is dominating Latin America with minimal resistance, as the region's left loses its anti-imperialist voice. Read the full story.
The US has seized another oil tanker near Venezuela, prompting a stark warning from Brazil's President Lula against armed intervention. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
The US has seized another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, prompting a stark warning from Brazil's President Lula against armed intervention. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Brazil's conservative-led Congress passes a bill drastically reducing Jair Bolsonaro's prison sentence for coup attempt. President Lula vows veto, but lawmakers may override. Read the latest.
Dramatic footage captures the moment a replica of New York's Statue of Liberty toppled over in strong winds in Brazil. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Director Terry Gilliam reflects on 50 years in film, marking anniversaries for Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Brazil, and 12 Monkeys at a Guardian Live event in London. Watch the full discussion.
Dramatic footage shows a giant Statue of Liberty replica collapsing in Guaíba, Brazil, during severe storms. No injuries reported. Read the full story and see the video.
How Joesley Batista, a Brazilian billionaire with a controversial past, became an unofficial envoy in high-stakes talks between Trump, Lula, and Maduro. Discover the blurred lines between business and statecraft.
Scotland's 2026 World Cup group stage matches against Haiti, Brazil, and Morocco have been scheduled, with UK fans facing 2am and 11pm GMT kick-off times. Get the full fixture details and manager Steve Clarke's reaction.
Scotland will face Brazil and Morocco in a tough 2026 World Cup group, echoing their famous 1998 encounter. Get the full draw details and analysis here.
Terry Gilliam and John Boorman share intimate memories of the late playwright Tom Stoppard, recalling his linguistic brilliance, the creation of 'Brazil', and his innate elegance. Read their tributes.
England drawn against Brazil in 2026 World Cup group stage. Can Southgate's squad overcome the five-time champions? Read our analysis of the challenging draw.
Munduruku women in the Brazilian Amazon face miscarriages and infertility due to mercury poisoning from illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Indigenous Munduruku women in Brazil face miscarriages and neurological damage from mercury contamination linked to illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year coup sentence with minimal public protest, signalling potential decline of his political movement. Read our full analysis.
While critics called Cop30 a failure, look beyond the legal text to find genuine strides in climate action. A new Brazilian-led initiative is building a roadmap for a fossil fuel transition. Read the full analysis.
From Indigenous protests to emotional pleas, Cop30 in Brazil saw high-stakes drama. Discover the five pivotal moments that defined this crucial UN climate conference and what happens next.
Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro starts a 27-year prison term for leading a failed coup attempt after losing the 2022 election. Read the full story for details on his conviction and incarceration.
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro begins a 27-year prison sentence for leading a criminal conspiracy to overthrow democracy. Discover the full story and implications.
Ex-Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro says hallucinations prompted him to tamper with his electronic monitor. He denies attempting to escape house arrest. Follow for breaking news.
Exclusive look at the tense COP30 negotiations where coffee, crackers and compromise forged a fragile climate agreement, keeping global cooperation alive.
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro claims psychotic attack led him to tamper with electronic tag using soldering iron. Read the latest developments.
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband champions Brazil's COP30 as crucial for global climate progress. Discover how this conference could accelerate clean energy adoption worldwide.
Discover how Brazil, Japan, Germany and California are using artificial intelligence to enhance democratic processes, reduce court backlogs and engage voters more effectively.