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Rede D'Or Differentiates Itself by an Unprecedented Model of Quality Valida
Independent external evaluation is the key to confidence in institutions' indicators. In Brazil, Rede D'Or leads the transparency initiative.
Coffee prices are spiking
Vietnam and Brazil's crop issues drive coffee prices to new highs, potentially impacting U.S. import costs and consumer prices.
"Remarkable" rock art and dinosaur footprint site "like no other"
The "outstanding" site features mysterious prehistoric rock engravings and dinosaur footprints that date back 140 million years.
China's BRICS partner investigates Chinese imports
Brazil has mounted investigations into a torrent of cheaply produced Chinese goods allegedly flowing into the country.
Archaeologists find mysterious rock art likely made 2,000 years ago
It's not known who made the rock artwork in Brazil—which consists of both engravings and paintings—or what their purpose was.
Brazil's Lula Is Back in Power, but the Indigenous Have Little To Celebrate
One year into Lula's third term, the government has little to show when it comes to real action and accomplishments.
Russia plans to usher in a "new world order"—More powers are signing up
"Advancement of the international community towards genuine multipolarity is gaining momentum," Russia's ambassador told Newsweek.
Better Planet
Amazon rainforest may be close to total collapse, study warns
Researchers found that by 2050 several climate stressors could push the Amazon to a tipping point that could bring it to the point of no return.
Prejudice As Loud as Bombs
I hope those escaping the horrors of war find a safe place to move on with their lives in Brazil and not experience even more trauma.
YouTuber's harrowing kidnapping prank goes viral
Darren "IShowSpeed" Watkins Jr. was shown looking highly distressed as he was set upon by a group of would-be kidnappers.
Sustainability
COP28 looks to nature for help against climate change
COP28 produced more money to protect the forests and other ecosystems that can draw down CO2. But new data shows fossil fuels still threaten protected forests.
News
Before-and-after photos show lake disappear
Severe drought has been gripping the Amazon for several months.
News
Over 150 dolphins die in lake within a week: "Staggering"
"What is happening at Lake Tefé is appalling. The impact of the loss of these animals is enormous," conservationist Mariana Paschoalini Frias said.
News
Before and after photos show river in Amazon dry up
The Rio Negro has fallen by nearly a foot a day since mid-September as a severe drought grips the Amazon.
This Indigenous Peoples' Day, the U.S. Needs to Support Brazil
This is a fight for the future of our planet and future generations.
Biden's Trade Policies Are a Disaster for American Farmers
Last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture marked another disappointing development in the Biden administration's lackluster trade agenda.
News
Half-million people at risk after huge amounts of fish die in river
Drought in Brazil is killing a massive number of fish, and officials said the issue has been exacerbated by climate change.
Spider venom toxin could help with erectile dysfunction
The venom of the Brazilian wandering spider causes long-lasting, painful erections, sparking its development into a drug treating erectile dysfunction.
News
Tree thought extinct discovered after 2 centuries in "incredible" find
The tree, found in urban Brazil and called the Ilex sapiiformis, or Pernambuco holly, was first discovered in 1838 and has not been seen since.
Joe Biden forgets to shake hands with Brazil president in awkward gaffe
The Brazilian president appeared visibly irritated when he saw Biden walking off the stage without shaking his hand.
A Case for Carbon Markets As a Path for Climate Action
The financial system urgently needs to integrate sustainable practices and operations, and promoting a carbon emissions market is a way to support environmental protection.
News
Shelter rescues injured animal—turns out to be world's first dog-fox hybrid
The first ever dog-fox hybrid was discovered after a hit-and-run incident in Brazil.
Baby dies after choking on milk at daycare
Emergency services arrived at the scene in Brazil and tried to resuscitate the child, with no success.
Paul Staehle reveals Karine relationship status, kids custody battle update
Staehle spoke to Newsweek about going missing in Brazil and how things are going with his wife, Karine.
Exclusive: Paul Staehle reveals what really happened to him in Brazil
The '90 Day Fiance' star was thought to be missing, or even dead, while working in Brazil, but some people called it a hoax.
Fact Check: Do viral videos show Neymar outclassing Saudi League players?
Brazilian forward Neymar was seemingly pictured playing in the Saudi League in a viral Facebook post
Video captures prisoner climbing backwards up wall to escape
The dramatic footage shows Cavalcante scale a wall in the prison yard as authorities continue to search for the convicted killer.
Paul Staehle timeline revealed by friend after "90 Day Fiancé" star found
The reality-TV star reportedly went missing in Brazil, but fans are not so sure his disappearance was real.
Swarm of bees attacks and kills farmworker
The man was swarmed by the bees while working on a farm, dying from the attack due to being allergic to the stings.
Paul Staehle confirmed alive after leaving voicemail message
The U.S. Embassy in Brazil had instigated a search for the reality TV star but he has left a message for celebrity blogger, John Yates, and spoken to his mom.