Gastronomic Route in Aglomerado da Serra: Discover the Project that Explores the Delicacies of the Largest Slum in BH
A new project highlights the rich culinary traditions of Aglomerado da Serra, the largest slum in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, by offering tours to explore local eateries.
Rio's favela guides learn French to meet surging tourist demand
Favela guides in Rio de Janeiro are learning French to cater to a rising number of French-speaking tourists visiting the area.
Rio de Janeiro: a police operation in a favela ended with eight dead
A police operation in Rio de Janeiro's favela resulted in the deaths of eight individuals, triggering violent reprisals from drug-related groups.
ANALYSIS: RJ Civil Police uses the birth in favela as indication for the arrest of councilman
The Rio de Janeiro Civil Police arrested councilman Salvino Oliveira based on his birthplace in a favela and his self-identification as a community representative, suggesting ties to organized crime.
Videos of tourists at Rocinha's terraces go viral and generate debate about 'romanticizing poverty'
Tourists at Rocinha, Rio's largest favela, are capturing viral videos that have sparked debate over the romanticization of poverty amid record tourist numbers in the city.
Brazil, influencer posing for drones in the favelas of Rio: viral videos amid likes and scandals
In Rio de Janeiro's largest favela, Rocinha, tourists are filming drone videos for social media, attracting both admiration and criticism regarding the portrayal of poverty.
OAB-SP retracts after announcing campaign for the freedom of an accused drug trafficker in the Moinho favela
The São Paulo Chapter of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB-SP) has withdrawn its support for a campaign promoting the release of an accused drug trafficker after backlash regarding the event's messaging.
Baccarelli Institute Makes a Small Revolution in Heliópolis
The Baccarelli Institute has opened a modern concert hall in Heliópolis, becoming the first such venue located within a Brazilian favela.
Manaus registers the largest growth in favela areas in Brazil, says MapBiomas
Manaus has experienced the most significant increase in favela territory in Brazil, as reported by MapBiomas.
Police seize 96 cell phones, a gun, tablets, revolver, and ammunition in Paraisópolis
São Paulo police seized several illegal items from a residence in the Paraisópolis favela, including 96 cell phones, a revolver, and ammunition.
'It's not Rocinha, it's Cuiabá': entrepreneur recreates viral trend to value regional culture and tourism
A Brazilian entrepreneur recreated a viral video trend from a Rio de Janeiro favela to highlight and promote the culture and tourism of Cuiabá.
“Sandrinho” arrested, fugitive in the homicide of the former Tourism Secretary of Bariloche in a favela in Rio de Janeiro
‘Sandrinho’, a fugitive wanted for the homicide of former Bariloche Tourism Secretary Gastón Burlón, was arrested in a Rio de Janeiro favela following a police shootout.
Having your own business is the biggest dream of the periphery for 2026, says research
A recent survey reveals that owning a business is the top aspiration among residents of vulnerable communities in Brazil for 2026.
Cubatão City Council approves the creation of 'Favela Day' in the city's official calendar
The Cubatão City Council in Brazil has approved a law establishing 'Favela Day' on November 4, aiming to celebrate community strength and raise awareness about the challenges faced by residents.
Get to know the photography project born in the favela that participated in exhibitions in six countries
A photography project from a Brazilian favela has gained international attention, showcasing the memories of its residents through an extensive collection of photographs.
Fire hits favela in Brasilândia, leaves two injured and burns 40 shanties
A fire in a favela in Brasilândia, São Paulo, resulted in injuries to two individuals and the destruction of 40 shanties.
Shooting during police inquiry in Paraisópolis ends with two detained
A gunfight occurred in the Paraisópolis favela in São Paulo during a police investigation, resulting in two arrests but no reported injuries.
Maracatu da Favela has cars looted and even Super Mario goes missing in AP
During the dispersal of the Maracatu da Favela event in Macapá, several cars were looted, and Super Mario figures went missing, although some have since been recovered.
"Favela tour": this is the viral terrace of Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro, where they charge more than $50,000 for a drone video
A new viral tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro's Rocinha favela offers high-quality drone videos against the stunning backdrop of the city, sparking significant interest on social media.
Trio suspected of being part of a burglary gang arrested in SP
Three suspects of residential burglaries in São Paulo were arrested by civil police during an operation in the Paraisópolis favela.
Residents of Santa Rosa Favela participate in employability workshops in Sorocaba
Residents of the Santa Rosa Favela in Sorocaba, Brazil, engaged in a free employability workshop aimed at providing professional guidance and job placements.
Giorgos Hraniotis: I went to a favela in Rio de Janeiro and a man with a Kalashnikov opened the way for us
Greek actor Giorgos Hraniotis shares his travel experiences, including a chilling encounter with an armed man in a favela in Rio de Janeiro.
They paid for a room with an ocean view and when they arrived, they got the surprise of their lives
A couple is suing a luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro after discovering their ocean view room actually overlooked the Rocinha favela.
2026 Twists: Maracatu da Favela will have a parade celebrating the struggle and strength of communities in Amapá
The Grêmio Recreativo Escola de Samba Maracatu da Favela will showcase its theme 'Checkmate! The Favela Deals the Cards' at the 2026 Carnaval in Macapá, portraying the favela as a central character in a grand game representing collective victory and struggle.
Vila Gilda Dike in Santos hit by fire for the third time in 10 days
A fire has destroyed shanties in the Vila Gilda Dike in Santos, São Paulo, for the third time in ten days, with no injuries reported.
"Favela Tour": This is the viral terrace of Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro, where they charge over $50,000 for a drone video
A new tourism boom in Rio de Janeiro's Rocinha favela, where tourists pay over $50,000 for drone videos, has gained traction on Instagram and TikTok.
Fire destroys shacks in Brazil's largest stilt community in Santos; VIDEO
A fire broke out in the Dique da Vila Gilda community in Santos, Brazil, destroying between five and seven stilt shacks, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Body of mother who died buried in landslide in Maracanã is buried
The body of Michele Martins de Souza, who died after the collapse of two houses in the Metrô Favela in North Zone of Rio, was buried as city workers demolished part of the condemned buildings.
Prosecutor requests that 12 policemen be tried for the death of 9 young people at a dance party in Paraisópolis
Six years after a police operation that left nine dead during a funk party in the Paraisópolis favela, the São Paulo Public Prosecutor's Office has requested that 12 military police officers be tried for their responsibility in the case.
Collapse in Rio leaves one woman dead and injured
A four-story building collapsed in the Maracanã neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, resulting in one death and nine injuries.
Brazil celebrates Three Kings Day with parade in Rio favelas
The Bright Star of Bethlehem group held a vibrant parade in Morro da Formiga favela, celebrating Three Kings Day with colorful costumes and music, engaging the local community.