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Brazil’s External Accounts Slip to Worst Mid-Year Gap in a Decade Since 2015
Brazil’s external finances weakened sharply in 2025 despite export strength. In July, the country ran a $7.1 billion current account deficit, up from $5.2 billion a year earlier. From January to July, Brazil recorded a $40 billion shortfall—the...

Hotels vs short-term rentals: What do urban travellers to Latin America actually demand?
Mabrian’s latest report reveals that hotels remain the top choice for urban travellers in Latin America, but short-term rentals are gaining popularity, attracting different traveller segments. BARCELONA, SPAIN – A new report by Mabrian, a global...

NFL agrees multi-year deal to play games in Rio
The NFL is set to continue its global expansion after agreeing a multi-year commitment to play in Rio de Janeiro from 2026. It will be the third regular-season game to be played in Brazil after Sao Paulo hosted a week one match both this season...

H&M targets Brazil and India as US, European spending slows
By Reuters Published September 25, 2025 Fashion retailer H&M is seeking to expand in emerging markets such as Brazil and India, its CEO said on Thursday, as consumer spending weakens in Europe, its core region, and U.S. tariffs weigh on demand in...

Pharmacist urges travellers to do one thing before holiday or risk consequences
Holidaymakers may risk their travel insurance being invalid by simple miss (stock image) As autumn and winter is here to stay along with the colder weather, some people might look to travel a bit further in order to enjoy some sunshine and warm...

Brazil, California Ink New Climate Partnership To Cut Pollution
New York: The US state of California and Brazil have announced an expanded partnership to scale up cooperation on climate, clean energy, cutting pollution, and job-creating climate opportunities. California Governor Gavin Newsom met with Brazilian...

Affordable Airfare: Google Tells You the Best Time to Get Cheap Flights
Let Google's data guide your flight purchase rather than hoping for luck. Yuttapon Busu/Getty Images With summer behind us, the holiday season is on its way, which can skyrocket travel costs. If you're planning to fly home this year, it's worth...

Always do final check before going on holiday or risk having to pay more fees
Travellers may risk heft fines if they don't check one thing before going on holiday (stock image)(Image: Getty Images) As the chill of autumn and winter sets in, many Brits may be considering travelling further away to chase the sun and warmer...

H&M targets Brazil and India as US, European spending slows
By Helen Reid and Greta Rosen Fondahn STOCKHOLM (Reuters) -Fashion retailer H&M is seeking to expand in emerging markets such as Brazil and India, its CEO said on Thursday, as consumer spending weakens in Europe, its core region, and U.S. tariffs...

Pharmacist urges tourists to take one step before holidays or risk hefty fees
Alice Sjoberg Social News Reporter 15:29, 25 Sep 2025 Make sure to avoid this error if you want to keep your travel insurance intact(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) As the colder weather of autumn and winter sets in, many individuals may be...

Scientific Tourism In Paraguay: A Living Laboratory For Discovery
Paraguay is rapidly emerging as one of South America’s most intriguing destinations. Scientific tourism in Paraguay offers immersive, research-driven experiences that go far beyond traditional sightseeing. With this article, The Asuncion Times...

Chinese architect Kongjian Yu found dead in Brazil plane crash
Chinese landscape architect Kongjian Yu died in a plane crash late on Tuesday in the vast Brazilian wetlands of Mato Grosso do Sul state, Brazilian authorities said on Wednesday. Yu, 62, gained global relevance as a landscape architect and urban...

Brazil plane crash kills 'sponge city' landscape architect Kongjian Yu
Sept. 24 (UPI) -- Well-known Chinese landscape architect Kongjian Yu died with three others after a plane crash in the Brazilian wilderness. Yu, 62, was reportedly killed along with three other passengers Tuesday afternoon after their plane...

Malawian president concedes election Protesters, Indian police clash; 4 killed Airplane crash in Brazil leaves 4 dead UK arrests man in relation to cyberattack
Malawian president concedes election BLANTYRE, Malawi -- President Lazarus Chakwera conceded defeat Wednesday in Malawi's elections, leaving 85-year-old ex-President Peter Mutharika the presumptive winner and on course to return as leader of one...

Adventure Travel Trade Association Announces New Leadership Ahead of Iconic ATWS in Chilean Patagonia
MONROE, Wash., September 24, 2025 – The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), the world’s largest network of adventure travel companies and destinations, today announced a new leadership team ahead of its Adventure Travel World Summit (ATWS)...

Rio to host 2026 NFL game, first in new five-year plan for Brazilian city
As the NFL prepares to kick off its first regular-season game in Dublin, a new international city is officially on the clock for its first game next year. The NFL plans to announce Rio de Janeiro as a host city for a 2026 regular-season game, CBS...

AP News: Chinese architect Yu Kongjian among 4 killed in plane crash in Brazil’s Pantanal wetlands
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A small aircraft has crashed in Brazil, killing four people including the distinguished Chinese architect and urbanist Yu Kongjian, Brazil’s vice president said on Wednesday. The crash occurred on Tuesday evening as the plane...

Hotels versus Short-Term Rentals: What Do Urban Travellers to Latin America Actually Demand?
Hotels remain the most popular accommodation choice for travellers visiting Latin America’s main capitals, but short-term rentals are gaining ground, attracting two very different traveller segments: high-spending international visitors, as well...

The world's biggest carnival celebration: Your ultimate guide to Rio de Janeiro
Learn some language basics. Rio really is an extremely friendly city, so take as many opportunities to chat to locals as you can. It’s wise to brush up on some Portuguese before you arrive to make interactions smoother, plus locals will appreciate...

XR Boston travels to NYC for ‘Make Billionaires Pay’ protest, where more than climate was at stake
NEW YORK — As protesters flooded New York City’s Billionaires’ Row, employees pressed against the windows above, watching as the streets cried for justice. Among the thousands were the faces of the climate action group Extinction Rebellion Boston,...