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Brazil's first lady aims explicit joke at key target of husband's administration: 'F--- you, Elon Musk'

Brazil’s first lady Janja Lula da Silva ripped Elon Musk over the weekend, telling the entrepreneur that she "isn't afraid of him" during a pre-G-20 event.

Brazil November 13

1 dead, Supreme Court evacuated as explosions rattle Brazilian capital

The Brazilian Supreme Court was evacuated Wednesday following two explosions in its vicinity, stoking security concerns in the G-20's leadup.

World October 30

Skydiver plunges to death in freak accident after both parachutes fail

A shocking video has been released showing the moment professional skydiver Carolina Muñoz Kennedy plunged to her death after both parachutes failed during a fatal dive in Brazil over the weekend.

Soccer September 26

Blimp promoting Brazilian soccer team crashes into neighborhood before tournament match

While flying over a Brazilian suburb Wednesday, a blimp promoting a professional soccer team in São Paulo crashed into homes on the ground.

Brazil September 16

Brazilian mayoral candidate hospitalized after rival attacks him with metal chair: Watch

A Sao Paulo, Brazil candidate for mayor was attacked by one of his rivals during a televised debate on Sunday, sending him to the hospital and missing the rest of the debate.

Media September 12

EXCLUSIVE: Open letter to Brazilian Congress demands an ended to censorship amid ongoing ‘X’ ban

Over 100 academics, journalists, thought leaders and politicians called on Brazil to reverse the "troubling trend of global censorship of speech."

Brazil September 7

Key Bolsonaro lieutenant blasts Biden for silence on Brazil's X ban: US has 'responsibility' to speak up

Allies and former officials of Bolsonaro's administration have urged international support in their mission to overturn the Brazilian Supreme Court's decision to ban social media platform X.

NFL September 6

NFL debut in Brazil marred by concerns over safety, streaming, social media ban and the color green

The NFL is making history this weekend with its first-ever game in South America, but several concerns have been raised even before Friday's kickoff in Brazil.

Departed September 6

Sergio Mendes of Brasil '66 dead at 83

Sergio Mendes died Thursday after battling long COVID, his representative confirmed to Fox News Digital. The Brazilian musician was known for the song "Mas que Nada."

Media September 5

Elon Musk gets surprising defender after X was banned in Brazil: The Washington Post

The Washington Post editorial board criticized the Brazilian government for moving to ban X as another Elon Musk-led company struggles to remain operating in the country.