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How Latin America’s right use humour – and why it has deep historical roots

Humour plays a key role in the political communication of rightwing populist leaders in Latin America. Politicians including Javier Milei in Argentina, Nayib Bukele in El Salvador and Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil have all used humour to engage with and solidify their support base, normalise extreme ideologies and deflect criticism.

The Conversation

Milei Endorses Flávio Bolsonaro in São Paulo — Then Brazil Recalls Its Ambassador

Milei launched Flávio Bolsonaro's Brazilian campaign with insults toward Lula and a top judge — triggering an unprecedented ambassador recall.

Latin Times

Brazil recalls Argentina ambassador after Milei insults Lula at Flavio Bolsonaro campaign launch

Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina Sunday after President Javier Milei referred to his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as a "convict" and a "thief" during an event formally nominating right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro to run in the presidential election. Argentina's president had flown to Brazil for the…

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Brazil rejects Trump officials' visa requests amid election integrity row

Brazil has denied visa requests from two US state department officials who planned to visit the country ahead of the October presidential election. The officials said the proposed visit raised concerns over possible attempts to question the credibility of the country’s electoral system.

The Times of India

Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro to challenge Lula after winning party nomination

Flávio Bolsonaro received backing from Argentine President Javier Milei and a message of support from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while he seeks further endorsements from allies of US President Donald Trump

Euronews

Crisis-hit Flavio Bolsonaro launches presidential candidacy in Brazil

SAO PAULO - Battered by a string of political crises, Flavio Bolsonaro on Saturday prepared to formally launch his candidacy for Brazil's October presidential election, seeking to follow in the footsteps of his father, Jair Bolsonaro.

Bangkok Post

Flavio Bolsonaro launches presidential bid in Brazil despite challenges

Flavio Bolsonaro on Saturday formally launched his campaign for Brazil's October presidential election, seeking to extend his family's grip on the country's far-right movement despite a series of scandals that have dented his once-strong challenge to incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

France 24

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‘Proxy for Trump’ Milei tours Latin America to meet far-right leaders

Tour comes amid Argentinian president’s declining popularity and far-right victories across Latin America

The Guardian - US

Milei Plans July 25th Brazil Visit To Back Flavio Bolsonaro While Brasilia Says No to Jair Bolsonaro Visit

Argentina's president heads to São Paulo to endorse a presidential challenger — a trip that reveals more about Brazil's crackdown on its jailed former leader than about Milei himself.

Latin Times

Amazon fires peaked during the 2024 drought. A year later, burned area hit its lowest level since records began in 1985

Amazon forest fires reached a historic low in 2025 after a severe 2024 drought. Shifting weather patterns and reduced deforestation contributed to this significant decline. Community awareness grew after the previous year's widespread destruction and damage. President Lula's administration prioritized forest protection, leading to lower deforestation rates. However, a potential…

The Times of India

Amazon forest fires fell to all-time low in 2025 but could a super El Niño halt progress?

"There is no climate security for the world without a protected Amazon".

Euronews

‘It’s total devastation’: inside the Amazonian war against illegal gold mining

The Guardian goes on the ground with Brazilian forces fighting to eradicate mining that has destroyed protected areas of Indigenous land

The Guardian - UK

After the Supreme Court killed his first tariffs, Trump turns to a new legal workaround to impose 25% tariffs on Brazil and possibly others

Trump’s tariff program has gone from generating billions to forcing billions in refunds thanks to February's Supreme Court ruling.

Fortune

Brazil calls Trump's 25% tariff unjustifiable, vows to impose reciprocal tariffs

The United States on Wednesday said it would impose a new 25% tariff on certain imports from Brazil, citing unfair trade practices by the world's 10th-biggest economy.

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Bangkok Post

US unveils new 25% tariff on some imports from Brazil

WASHINGTON - The United States on Wednesday announced a new tariff on various imports from Brazil, following a year-long investigation into the Latin American giant's trade and other policies.

The Guardian - UK

Brazil vows to retaliate if US imposes 25% tariffs on some of its products

President Lula’s office says US move is result of pressure on White House by family of predecessor Jair Bolsonaro

The Economic Times

US imposing 25% tariff on some Brazilian imports starting July 22, citing unfair trade practices

The United States announced a new 25 percent tariff on various Brazilian imports. This measure is set to take effect on July 22, impacting trade policies. Certain products like beef and coffee will be exempted from these new duties. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer cited unfair trading practices by Brazil.…

The Independent UK

US imposing a 25% tariff on some Brazilian imports starting July 22, citing unfair trade practices

The Trump administration is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what the U.S. deemed unfair trade practices by the world’s 10th-biggest economy

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The Independent UK

United by grief, mothers in Brazil demand reparations after police killed their sons

A group of Brazilian mothers whose sons were killed by police are demanding a nationwide policy to support relatives of victims of state violence and are seeking public funding to finance their activities

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Brazil’s sovereignty: Trump turns autonomy into a trade offence

Editorial: Donald Trump’s tariff threat recasts Brazil’s attempt to protect its democracy as unfair commercial practice – and gives Bolsonarism a Washington stage

Latin Times

In Brazil's Crowded Road to October's Presidential Election, Lula Still the Man to Beat

As Brazil heads toward its October vote, a banker's leaked film-financing pitch has turned a coin-flip race between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro into a widening lead for the incumbent — even as governors, an activist, and family infighting reshape the right.

The Independent UK

Brazilian police search the home of former President Bolsonaro for weapons but find nothing

Brazil’s federal police have searched former President Jair Bolsonaro’s home for weapons and ammunition

International Business Times UK

'Transparency-to-Conspiracy Pipeline': Political Theorist Exposes Sinister Reason Trump Won't Shut Up About UFOs

Political theorist Yaniv Regev argues Trump's UFO disclosures may fuel conspiracy theories by turning government transparency into a source of deeper public distrust.

The Independent UK

Colombia's vote may reshape the Amazon's future as political winds shift across Latin America

Abelardo de la Espriella, set to be Colombia’s president, has intensified debate over the future of the Amazon

Bangkok Post

Red or green? For Brazil, the politics of World Cup kits matter

MORRISTOWN (UNITED STATES) - When Brazil faces Scotland in the World Cup on Wednesday, the South American team's goalkeeper Alisson Becker will be dressed in a green kit -- not the red one originally approved by FIFA.

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