Brazil

The Brazilian superstar's career is a testament to what's possible in women's football — and also a reminder of how little attention the sport still receives.
Maju Giorgi organised thousands of Brazilian mothers to protect children from homophobia.
Venezuela’s descent into chaos, which nearly culminated in an anti-government military uprising, has had profound effects on both sides of the border.
Local media reported that a January inspection of the bridge found corrosion problems on the pillars.
Search and rescue efforts to find the more than 300 people missing after a mining dam collapse in Brazil, have resumed. They were temporarily halted when local authorities ordered the evacuation of over 24,000 residents over fears that a second dam may collapse. The order was called off and rescuers have returned to searching. The death toll stands at 58 and is expected to rise as areas dry out and search teams can access more of the Brumadinho village.
There are imminent concerns that another nearby dam could break.
Governor Romeu Zema said there was little chance of finding people alive.
About 40 gay couples got married in downtown Sao Paulo, Brazil, tying the knot partly out of fear that the new administration of President-elect Jair Bolsonaro could restrict same sex marriage after his inauguration on 1 January 2019.
Europe, Canada and Australia must speak out against any lurch towards fascism and homophobia must be met with condemnation and sanctions