Carnival season always breathes life into the local economy of Rio de Janeiro's Vila Vintém favela – but particularly this year, after its Unidos de Padre Miguel samba school was elevated to the top ...

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The five-round WSK Super Master Series commenced at La Conca at the weekend after an ever-shorter Christmas break, so we can get an initial idea of the drivers and teams to watch this season. The ...

Remember the name, Dario Conca? Well, you probably should. In the summer of 2011, the highest-paid footballers in the world were Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Argentine Conca. While Ronaldo ...

In a highly-anticipated launch, Adidas rolled out its Leopard Pack Samba OG Sneakers and they’re on everyone’s wishlist. Adidas seems to be one of the only retailers currently selling the new ...

So, on the first Sunday of each month, starting at 3 p.m., Philly Roda de Samba e Choro takes over the small backroom of Sarah Street’s Black Squirrel for a sweet circle of food and music, filling the ...

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