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Dreaming of glory at Rio's carnival, far from elite parades
AFP, Published on 13/02/2026
» RIO DE JANEIRO - In a faded rehearsal hall in the gritty concrete sprawl of northern Rio de Janeiro, samba dancers and drummers fine-tune their rhythms for a grassroots carnival parade few tourists have heard of.
Rosewood Hong Kong is No.1 on The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025 list
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 31/10/2025
» Featuring hotels from 22 destinations across six continents, The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025 list was announced at a live ceremony in London on October 30.
Maido in Lima, Peru, is named The World’s Best Restaurant 2025
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 20/06/2025
» The world of gastronomy came together in Turin, Italy on June 19 to recognise The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025. Peruvian Nikkei restaurant Maido was named The World’s Best Restaurant at the awards, which honours the very best global gastronomic talent from 22 territories across five continents.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: May 23-29
Guru, Guru writers, Published on 23/05/2025
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Rio goes Gaga for US singer ahead of free concert
AFP, Published on 02/05/2025
» RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Behind his large studded sunglasses, Victor Faro's eyes were glued on the luxury hotel overlooking Copacabana beach where US superstar Lady Gaga is staying ahead of her free mega-concert in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday.
A taste of artistic imagination
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/04/2025
» Being awarded the title of Asia's Best Pastry Chef and the first Thai to win the award at Asia's 50 Best this year, Dej Kewkacha began his sweet journey at a young age.
First Oscar for Brazil adds zest to Rio Carnival extravaganza
AFP, Published on 03/03/2025
» RIO DE JANEIRO (BRAZIL) - Rio de Janeiro's massive Sambadrome erupted in noisy celebrations Sunday as the news broke that Brazil won its first Oscar, in the middle of the first day of its famous samba parades.
Rio kicks off Carnival parades with Oscars glory on minds
AFP, Published on 03/03/2025
» RIO DE JANEIRO - Rio de Janeiro held the first day of its famous Carnival samba parades Sunday -- with many attendees also eying activities all the way in Hollywood, where Brazil could take home its first Oscar.
Shakira cancels Lima concert after being hospitalised
AFP, Published on 17/02/2025
» LIMA - Shakira has cancelled her concert in Peru's capital on Sunday after being hospitalised with abdominal pain, a setback that comes days after she launched her first worldwide tour in seven years.
Brazil judge orders Adele song be pulled globally
AFP, Published on 17/12/2024
» RIO DE JANEIRO - A Brazilian judge has ordered a song by British pop superstar Adele, "Million Years Ago," be pulled worldwide -- including on streaming services -- over an ongoing plagiarism claim by a Brazilian composer.