La Fete Carnival! turns Crown Heights into Caribbean wonderland
The West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn celebrates Caribbean culture and heritage with colorful displays and music, fostering community and identity. [ more ]
Rio de Janeiro has declared a dengue health emergency days before Carnival is due to start
Rio de Janeiro has declared a public health emergency due to an outbreak of dengue fever, but Carnival celebrations are expected to continue.
Other states in Brazil, including Acre, Minas Gerais, and Goias, have also declared public health emergencies due to the outbreak of dengue fever. [ more ]
Rio de Janeiro has declared a dengue health emergency days before Carnival is due to start
Rio de Janeiro has declared a public health emergency due to an outbreak of dengue fever, but Carnival celebrations are expected to continue.
Other states in Brazil, including Acre, Minas Gerais, and Goias, have also declared public health emergencies due to the outbreak of dengue fever. [ more ]
Brazil's Viral Carnival Cocktail Is Ready to Party
A love sparked during Brazil's Carnival celebration has turned into a lasting passion for a cocktail called Xeque Mate in Belo Horizonte.
Xeque Mate, made with rum, guaraná, lemon, and mate tea, became popular at parties and bars in the city and gained viral success during Carnival. [ more ]