12
Jun
2019
Bolsonaro suffocates culture in Brazil
RIO DE JANEIRO/DN Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro has extinguished the Ministry of Culture and withdrawn support to film industry. The Brazilian right-wing... Read More
12
Dec
2018
João de Deus Accused of Sexual Abuse
A few years ago, I interviewed João de Deus for my book about Brasília, Fantasy Island – The Brave New Heart of... Read More
2
Mar
2017
»The only thing the wall will give us is shade« – Meeting the Sinaloa Cartel at the US Mexican border
Donald Trump’s threat to build a wall between Mexico and the United States has increased the risks for migrants. Many are forced... Read More
29
Apr
2016
»You could smuggle a nuclear bomb« – Corruption and crime at the Tom Jobim airport
There is something magical about flying into Rio. You pass Sugarloaf Mountain, sail over Guanabara Bay and are greeted by unprecedented beauty. There... Read More
8
Apr
2014
»Running with the Hawks« – Sócrates and the most violent supporters in Brazil
For a year, Corinthians’ supporters Gaviões da Fiel, the Faithful Hawks, have been preparing for carnival in São Paulo. They’ve chosen a... Read More