Brazil’s X ban and Telegram founder’s arrest are exceptions, not the rule
Partial climbdown by billionaire follows freezing of satellite internet group’s finances over fines levied on social media site
Platform registered almost 2mn new users after Supreme Court suspended bigger rival
Move to impose $8,000-a-day fine on those using the platform through VPNs triggers legal concerns
Social media platform’s billionaire owner has been feuding with a top court
President has been sharply critical of high interest rates and investors are looking for signs of a shift
Social media platform alleges top judge threatened to arrest its legal representative
President Lula’s government is ramping up action against criminals operating in the vast Yanomami indigenous reserve
Aberto, a new annual art show staged amid the fragile remnants of the city’s architectural legacy, opens up striking unseen interiors
Environment minister Marina Silva says alleged criminal schemes in Amazon could harm reputation of credits
Ilê Aiyê brought samba rhythms and carnival fervour, while Menezes had a powerful, majestic presence
From ‘jewel case’ to spying, former president faces multiple allegations of corruption and abuse of power
With elections due this month, few expats expect Nicolás Maduro’s regime to change
Sums allocated to campaign activities soar despite pressure to rein in national spending
Increased supply and lower demand hits producers as consumers choose cheaper alternatives
Argentine leader to see rightwing Brazilian ex-president at conservative event as he trades barbs with leftist incumbent
Stocks and currency have fallen amid concerns over ‘unsustainable’ model for eliminating budget deficit
Senior PT figures file lawsuit against Roberto Campos Neto over alleged political bias
Towns weigh up their future after climate-fuelled disaster strikes agricultural powerhouse of Rio Grande do Sul
In the mountains of Minas Gerais, a new company promises transformative experiences for those prepared to brave snakes, sore feet — and sky-high prices
Dias Toffoli infuriates campaigners by helping dismantle legacy of ‘Car Wash’ investigation in Brazil
Shut out of the US by tariffs and facing a backlash in Europe, Chinese carmakers could end up dominating many emerging markets
Whether you long to explore Japanese temples, Brazilian lagoons or the wilds of Svalbard
Experts warn that epidemics of the mosquito-born virus will become more common as a result of climate change
Bad weather and disease in Brazil have pushed futures prices to a record high
