Brazil

South American country is struggling to contain a nationwide surge in coronavirus infections and deaths.

Brazil’s COVID-19 death toll has increased sharply in recent weeks, to more than 290,000, second only to that of the US.

President Joe Biden said his government is willing to work closely with Brazil on a new chapter in bilateral relations.

Brazilian President Bolsonaro faces mounting pressure as coronavirus infections and deaths continue to mount.

Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro is under pressure for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic as cases and deaths surge.

Cardiologist Marcelo Queiroga will take up the post as Brazil grapples with rise in coronavirus deaths and infections.

Judge’s decision opens door for former president to run in 2022 elections, but legal experts say many questions remain.

Dr Khan explains what we know about variants from Brazil, South Africa and the UK, plus a possible new one in Nigeria.

Ex-president receives Chinese CoronaVac vaccine and urges people to avoid gatherings amid uptick in infections, deaths.

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva could run for 2022 presidential election after his fraud sentence was annulled.

An attempt by governors to impose nationwide restrictions, opposed by President Jair Bolsonaro, has fallen short.

More than 2,280 single-day coronavirus deaths come as President Jair Bolsonaro signs bill to speed up vaccine purchases.

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said he will tour the country and speak with supporters before making a final decision.

A year into the pandemic, front-line health workers around the world share their experiences battling the coronavirus.