Carnival always breathes life into the economy of Vila Vintem, on Rio de Janeiro’s west side, but this year there’s even more ...

Carnival, also known as "Carnaval" in Latin America, is one of the most anticipated celebrations across the region. It's a ...

Clowns complete with red noses and tutus sung Carnival songs to sick children on the pediatric ward of a Rio de Janeiro hospital on Tuesday, bringing the ebullient festivities normally found on the ...

But that engine of commerce doesn’t fire up without the help of about 300 carnival workers – imported each year from South Africa through a visa program – who set up, staff and dismantle the ...

“There were more than 20 people in there. The fire started when we were sleeping,” said Wesley da Cruz, a 27-year-old carnival worker. Charles Ferreira, 52, lives behind the factory and said ...

The fire started when we were sleeping,” said Wesley da Cruz, a 27-year-old carnival worker. Charles Ferreira, 52, lives behind the factory and said he heard people yelling for help.

“There were more than 20 people in there. The fire started when we were sleeping,” said Wesley da Cruz, a 27-year-old carnival worker. Charles Ferreira, 52, lives behind the factory and said ...

Health workers carry an injured woman after a fire destroyed a factory that produces Carnival costumes for the lower division samba schools in Rio de Janeiro, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. (AP Photo ...