FIFA World Cup Starts Today: Top 5 Reasons to Watch
One of the worlds most highly-anticipated sports events kicks off today in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The games have been mired...
Former Turks and Caicos PM Misick Re-Arrested in Brazil
Caribbean 360 is reporting that former Turks and Caicos Prime Minister Michael Misick has been re-arrested in Brazil. The author writes:
"The...
Brazil's Stake in the 2012 U.S. Presidential Election
OPINION
by
Ian Walcott
When President Dilma Rousseff took office in January 2011, she made history on a number of fronts. This elevated her...
The Burton Wire's Christmas Playlist
The Burton Wire would like to wish you a safe and Happy Holiday season! To help you get into the Christmas...
The New Democratic Majority: Too Good to be True?
Opinion
by
Devona Walker
One could argue “the beginning of the end” for Republicans began in 2008 when a visibly aged, baffled and seemingly...
Brazil Waives Visas for U.S., Canadian, Japan & Aussie Visitors
Reuters is reporting Brazil has waived visa requirements for visitors from the United States, Canada, Japan and Australia. In an effort...
Brazil: Why Some Afro-Brazilians May Vote for a Racist Candidate
Writing for The Root, journalist Kiratiana Freelon examines the quagmire of why some Afro-Brazilians may choose to vote for a de...
Brazil: Cuban Doctors Replaced After Bolsonaro’s Remarks
BBC Latin America is reporting thousands of Cuban doctors who were pulled out of Brazil after inflammatory remarks made by President-elect...
Registration Deadline: Americans Living Abroad Must Re-Register to Vote
Chesney Hearst of The Rio Times is reporting that the deadline for Americans living in Brazil to register for the U.S....
Brazil: Reggae Music Honored at Florianopolis Carnival
Cecilia Campbell-Livingston is reporting that Reggae music has gone carnival in Brazil. Singers Bunny Wailer and Andrew Tosh, music industry veteran...