OPINION: It’s carnival week in Rio de Janeiro, where vibrant parades feature music, dancers and a huge dose of history. Here’s some Afro-Brazilian history from some of the most legendary Afro-carnival ...

Samba school dancers take to the streets of Rio de Janeiro A man waits before the samba school's parade at Rio de Janeiro's carnival on Feb. 19, 2012 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Carnival is the biggest ...

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With Carnival ending, the Brazilia presidential election can begin in earnest. — -- Samba drums and hypnotic percussions, non-stop flow of positive lyrics about love and "Saudade" in the streets ...

RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil’s Carnival is back. Glittery and outrageous costumes are once again being prepared. Samba songs will ring out till dawn at Rio de Janeiro’s sold-out parade ground. Hundreds of ...

The Brazilian Carnival is a lively and diverse festival that has something for everyone. If you're looking to experience Carnival in a famous destination, here are seven must-visit places: Rio de ...

Brazil’s Carnival is back. Glittery and outrageous costumes were prepared again. Samba songs were ringing out 'til dawn at Rio de Janeiro’s sold-out parade grounds. Hundreds of raucous, roaming ...

There are some things in life you don’t even realize you would love to experience until the opportunity presents itself, and that’s how I felt when an invitation to visit Rio de Janeiro during ...