From spectacular parades to non-stop street parties across the city, Rio Carnival is one of the most liberating parties on the planet ...

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Spectacular floats, a feverish atmosphere, an infectious rhythm that leaves no hip unmoved… the Rio Carnival, held from February 13th to 18th, 2026, is a dazzling spectacle where bodies speak volumes.

Carnival finished up in Bolivia. And in Argentina, “therians” — people who say they identify as non-human animals — gathered in a Buenos Aires park to jump and bark the day away.

Superstar DJ and producer ALOK spoke with Newsweek about performance, philanthropy, and the community building of music.

During World War I, women in Russia went on strike. They demanded "bread and peace." Among the results of their four-day protest: the Czar abdicated and women gained the right to vote. This bold ...

The world’s second-largest carnival after Rio, this Tenerife tradition is spectacular—but those who want to see it should plan early.

The samba school “Rosa do Povo” won the Access Group championship at the 2026 Curitiba Carnival, turning its debut into a high-impact result. Beyond competition, the parade delivered a clear message ...

Brasópolis honored Kansas City Current star Debinha with a giant boneco figure. Belgian priest introduced boneco idea, reaching Olinda in 1930s. Debinha rose from Brasópolis to NWSL stardom and ...

During the typical “Fat Tuesday” and Mardi Gras celebrations around the world, Brazil takes it to another level with its Carnaval festivities. The street and block parties begin the weekend before, ...

An homage to the life of Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva by samba school Acadêmicos de Niterói came in last place after it received political backlash even during rehearsals. It will now ...