Cities across Europe tighten Carnival security amid attack fears. In Italy, a festival participant was stabbed, highlighting the need for heightened vigilance. Read more...

A look at recent political news including international complaints in a French case, a mayor's sudden death, attorney fee disputes, a racist controversy, and an anti-knife crime activist honored. Read more...

Actress Daniela Kolářová receives the Herc's Mission Award, while singer Daniela Mercury is celebrated in Salvador's free axé parades alongside Saulo and Ivete. Read more...

Ukrainian soldiers reject deals, a Gaza plan emerges, Hungary eyes indoor Pride, and France investigates a Russian consulate attack. Read more...

Samba schools face criticism for repetitive routines with drones and smoke, while a Globo actor hides in plain sight. Mocidade Independente issues a climate change alarm under scorching heat. Read more...

From dancer Lore Improta's slip-up on a wet floor to former athlete Antônio Oliva's VIP box partnership and André Marques's reaction to SBT, Sapucaí was full of surprises. Read more...

From Germany to Brazil, carnival celebrations are underway! Cologne, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo are just a few of the cities embracing the festivities with music, parades, and tradition. Read more...

After a five-year hiatus, North Korea has welcomed back Western tourists, marking a significant shift since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Travelers from Europe, Australia, and Canada are among the first to experience the Hermit Kingdom. Read more...

Rio Carnival explodes with innovative high-tech drum sections, a samba-dancing robot at Mocidade, and a powerful tribute to trans people by Paraíso do Tuiuti. Read more...

Carnival at Sapucaí brings high-tech samba, celebrity appearances, and a few unexpected moments, including a model's cold shoulder and a reveler's unconventional game. Read more...

From model Emrat's cold shoulder to Jorge Ben Jor's surprise appearance, Rio's Carnival is buzzing with celebrity antics and samba school showdowns. Get the inside scoop! Read more...

Recent events highlight Donald Trump's continued influence on global politics, from the Ukraine war and NATO to LGBTQ+ rights in Hungary and the release of controversial figures. Read more...

Robert E. Crimo III pleads guilty in the 2022 Chicago mass shooting. Meanwhile, Germany remains committed to green economic policies despite leadership changes. Read more...

From threatening lawsuits over anonymous sources to a possible trade deal with the UK and a royal invitation, here's a look at a busy week for Donald Trump. Read more...

Carnival celebrations bring joy and solidarity, from noise attenuators for sensitive individuals to samba school tributes in Rio. Plus, a literary take on the festival's democratic spirit. Read more...

Recent science news includes a man's brain turned to glass by Vesuvius, beaver releases in England, a planetary parade, and a Stonehenge-like circle found in Denmark. Read more...

From model drama to heartfelt tributes and post-parade tension, the Sapucaí Carnival offered a mix of glamour and chaos. Read about the highlights and lowlights of the event. Read more...

Grande Rio celebrates Pará, while Tuiuti champions diversity at Sapucaí. Drama unfolds with model Emrat's aloofness and a queen's late arrival! Read more...

The Tesla Cybertruck is making headlines for a variety of reasons, from being booed at Mardi Gras to being donated to the Las Vegas police, and also being involved in charger fires and a fatal crash. Read more...

Doug Ford secures a third term as Ontario Premier. Plus, a cartel leader involved in the murder of a DEA agent is finally brought to justice in the US. Read more...