Carnival celebrations bring joy and solidarity, from noise attenuators for sensitive individuals to samba school tributes in Rio. Plus, a literary take on the festival's democratic spirit. Read more...

Colombia grapples with drug smuggling incidents, corruption allegations within the government, and concerns about the stability of its peace process, raising questions about the nation's future. Read more...

A look at the week's top sports stories, including Jorge Martin's wrist surgery, Boris Spassky's passing, and concerns over the Cortina bobsleigh track. Read more...

From a horrifying crime to celebrating Black art and the search for new TV hosts, this week's entertainment news covers a wide range of topics, highlighting both the darkness and the beauty of the human experience. Read more...

Brazil sees a flurry of construction activity, from Chinese-backed infrastructure projects to rising condo fees and recycling initiatives, shaping the country's urban landscape. Read more...

Record TV will broadcast the Paulistão semifinals featuring classic matchups like Corinthians vs. Santos and Palmeiras vs. São Paulo. Meanwhile, Pacaembu stadium is temporarily banned from hosting games. Read more...

This week's arts coverage includes vibrant Carnival costumes, a review of Belén Gopegui's new novel, and a look at recent theater premieres and book releases. Read more...

From Colombia's peace process to Biden's health and South Korea's birthrate, political tensions and societal challenges are making headlines worldwide. Read more...

A look at the latest headlines in the sports world, from the passing of chess grandmaster Boris Spassky to a viral TikTok challenge threatening chaos in Naples. Read more...

This week's entertainment news covers book reviews featuring Edna O'Brien and Luis Martín-Santos, the Carnival celebrations in Cádiz, and Oscar predictions. Read more...