Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Brazil storm death toll rises to 100: officials

Brazil

The death toll from torrential rains that caused floods and landslides in northeastern Brazil had risen to 100 officials said Tuesday, as rescue workers searched for more victims. The landslides ripped apart houses in neighborhoods such as Jardim Monteverde, a poor community just outside of Recife. Rescue workers have found dozens of bodies buried in … Read more

Brazilian director Breno Silveira dies on set

Brazilian

Brazilian director Breno Silveira, an award-winning veteran of international film festivals, died Saturday on the set of his latest project after having a heart attack, according to his production firm and media reports. His production company, Conspiracao Filmes, announced in a statement that the 58-year-old was “one of our finest filmmakers, a symbol of Brazilian … Read more