Rio's vibrant samba scene faces challenges as Christiane Torloni is mugged, samba schools are fined, and Milton Nascimento connects with the people at Portela. Plus, Mariana Goldfarb's samba strategy. Read more...

A roundup of the latest Oscars news, including audience size concerns, behind-the-scenes glimpses of nominees, and Pamela Anderson's reflections on Hollywood. Read more...

India's smartphone market sees record revenue in 2024, with Xiaomi and Vivo surpassing Samsung, according to Counterpoint Research. Xiaomi also plans to expand its EV sales overseas. Read more...

President Trump abruptly ended a White House meeting with Zelenskyy after accusing him of risking "World War Three." Starmer shows support for Ukraine. Read more...

Amidst ongoing tensions, Ukrainian President Zelensky asserts his stance following a verbal exchange with Donald Trump. A philosopher also weighs in on the broader implications. Read more...

This article covers recent developments in the Czech Republic, including changes to spousal tax deductions, successful Ukrainian integration, a train fire, and concerns about corruption. Read more...

Filming of the series "Caesar" (or "Qaysar," depending on the source) has been temporarily suspended by the National Drama Committee following controversy over its early production announcement. Public debate swirls around the timing of the filming. Read more...

Zelensky faces criticism over his approach to Trump, considers stepping down for NATO membership, and meets with King Charles amid growing concerns about his leadership. Read more...

TikTok continues to be a hub for viral trends, from beauty product recommendations and discussions on regional accents to personal coming out stories. Read more...

MWC 2025 unveils innovative tech like TCL's NXTPAPER displays and a flying lifebuoy, while rumors swirl about TikTok's potential new ownership. Plus, TCL surpasses LG in premium TV shipments. Read more...

Rio de Janeiro sees a stark contrast this week: Carnival celebrations juxtaposed with a Women's Day course on embracing maturity and the tragic death of a young girl in a condominium. Read more...

Is China a nation of slackers? This article explores that question, alongside the realities faced by elderly farmers and Guangdong's push for industrial modernization. Read more...

A look at today's top political stories: Manson conspiracies, the Ukraine conflict, China's stance on global stability, and Elissa Slotkin's response to Trump. Read more...

A look at the global impact of President Trump's policies, including tariff disputes with Canada, nuclear negotiations with Iran, sanctions against Russia, and China's response. Read more...

Kylie Jenner is covering funeral costs for her friend, celebrity hairdresser Jesús Guerrero, while a 'Normal People' star says no to a sequel. Read more...

Europe faces critical decisions regarding its future, particularly concerning security and climate change, as the US shifts under potential Trump policies. Can Europe step up? Read more...

Hyundai's Inster EV aims for affordability and flexibility, while economist Enzo Weber remains optimistic about the job market despite economic challenges. Plus, hackers target Bybit. Read more...

A tense week in international politics sees a clash between Trump and Zelensky, a warm welcome for Zelensky in the UK, and the repatriation of 29 narcos to Mexico. Read more...