Are you one of those who love to drink coffee, taking it three or more times a day? Well, this...
PALMAS, Brazil — Guaricema Pataxo’s indigenous roots are the cornerstone of her identity. The 53-year-old great-grandmother lives on her Pataxo...
“Go and make disciples of all nations!” was the theme of World Youth Day 2013 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
When he celebrated Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida in Brazil last July 24, Pope Francis promised that he would return in 2017 when that country would celebrate the 300th anniversary of the devotion to the Immaculate Conception under the title “Nossa Senhora de Aparecida (“appeared” or “apparition” in English).
Never mind running away — these Brazilian prisoners prefer the fashion runway. The inmates of the Adriano Marrey penitentiary near Sao...
A pair of city-to-beach shoes, she offers, and maybe you’d hesitate for a bit, but eventually give in, completely convinced. Just like you did when she brought in Havaianas.
PALMAS, Brazil — Adelma Simoes Madeira adjusted her feathered headdress and took a deep breath before stepping out onto the...
WORLD Youth Day (WYD) is an event for young people organized by the Catholic Church. It was initiated by Pope John Paul II in 1985.
In 1970 I saw world-class soccer played in Bangkok, when world champion Brazil played against Manchester United in an exhibition game. The Thais were nuts about soccer. As soon as the Brazilians entered the field, the huge Bangkok crowd burst into a standing ovation.
RIO DE JANEIRO—Arms wide open above Rio de Janeiro, Christ the Redeemer marked its 80th anniversary Wednesday as the fifth...
