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Lula Regains Control in Brazil After Day of Riots by Bolsonaro Supporters

Supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro stormed Brazil’s Congress and presidential offices on Sunday over claims of a rigged election.

Greek Former PM Tsipras Meets Leftist Leaders at Lula’s Inauguaration

Greek main opposition SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance leader Alexis Tsipras, who has been invited to the swearing-in ceremony of the new President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, had a series of brief meetings and conversations with heads of state...

Lula Vows Reconstruction of Brazil as He is Sworn In

Brazil’s Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was sworn in as President on Sunday, and in his first address expressed optimism about plans to rebuild the country. He also pledged that members of outgoing Jair Bolsonaro’s administration will be held accountable. The...

Former Greek PM Tsipras Meets Lula; Calls for Unity of the Left

On Saturday, former Greek PM and leader of main opposition Syriza, Alexis Tsipras, met Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva—often known simply as Lula—in Brasilia. Lula is set to be inaugurated on Sunday for a third term as Brazilian President. The...

The Untold Story of Pele, the “Greatest Athlete of All Time”

With the death of Brazilian soccer legend Pele on December 29, 2022, many fans are reflecting on the career of arguably one of the greatest athletes ever. Pele, a legend, was not just a soccer magician but a center of...

When Pele Played Soccer in Greece

Soccer fans are mourning the loss of Pele, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players to ever step onto the field. For Greek soccer fans, 1961 marks the year that Pele played in Greece. In the...

Pelé Joined by Family as Health Worsens

Brazilian soccer icon Pele, 81, is joined by family at his hospital bedside this Christmas weekend, as his health has worsened. 

Croatia Defeats Brazil Advancing to 2022 World Cup Semifinals in Qatar

Brazil was knocked out on penalties by Croatia in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on Friday. Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, better known simply as Neymar scored a brilliant goal, putting the contest almost beyond the...

Lula Wins Brazil Presidential Election; Ousts Bolsonaro

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ousted President Jair Bolsonaro by winning a second election round in Brazil that many have described as a political thriller up to the last minute. Left-wing da Silva has stunningly gone from prisoner to president-elect...

Scientists Reach Tallest Tree Ever Found in Amazon

Scientists have reached the tallest tree ever found in the Amazon rainforest after three years of planning, five expeditions, and a two-week trek through the dense jungle. The giant tree, which is as tall as a twenty-five story building, has...