Stories about Brazil from May, 2015
For Venezuelans, Job Opportunities Lie Just Over the Border in Brazil
In light of the devaluation of the Venezuelan bolivar, Venezuelans are crossing the border to work in Brazil and then return home with their earnings.
Meet the Brazilian Congressman Trying to Christianize the Internet, One Domain Name at a Time
Eduardo Cunha, leader of the lower house, spends around $2,600 per year maintaining net domains. Of his 288 addresses, 154 carry the name of Jesus Christ.
A Brazilian Girl Who Endured Racism at School Was Forced to Apologize to Her Aggressors
After weeks of suffering bullying and racism at school, Lorena decided to tell the school director what was happening. The school decided she was the one that needed to apologize.
Police Violently Crack Down on Protesting Teachers in Brazil
A local newspaper reports 213 people were injured. The Paraná state government, however, claims only 160 were hurt.