The Latest Breaking News from Amazon

‘We’re afraid of dying’: Brazilian news site will not cover upcoming elections after threats

Co-founder of independent website Tapajós de Fato said decision was made to protect journalists and their families

The Guardian - UK · Sep 30

How gold surpassed cocaine as Peru’s most profitable criminal industry

As gold prices surge, illegal mining has laid waste to swathes of Tambopata National Reserve’s rainforest

The Guardian - UK · Sep 29

Peru faces human rights court over protections for isolated Indigenous peoples in Amazon

Peru faces a regional human rights court over allegations it failed to protect isolated Indigenous peoples in the Amazon from logging and other activities

The Independent UK · Sep 25

Floating Amazon Forest Islands: Study reveals how matupás sustain life; local knowledge shapes science

The captivating floating islands of the Amazon, called matupás, are created through layers of plant matter and sedimentation. These unique ecosystems embrace towering trees and boast rich soil capable of supporting agriculture. They are vital for local communities who fish for prized arapaima and provide a sanctuary for wildlife like…

The Times of India · Sep 23

In 2018, researchers used satellite imagery to identify 81 ancient earthwork sites in the Amazon, providing evidence of pre-Columbian settlements

Recent archaeological discoveries in the Amazon rainforest reveal that advanced civilizations flourished in this region long before European contact. Evidence of geometric constructions and the use of terra preta highlights the sophisticated urban planning of these cultures. Furthermore, numerous earthworks hidden beneath the dense foliage challenge the long-held belief that…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Two explorers paddled the full length of the Amazon after walking its first 200 miles

Piotr Chmielinski and Joe Kane completed the Amazon's full length by boat. They navigated 4,200 miles from source to sea, facing many dangers. The expedition endured rapids, altitude sickness, and armed groups along the way. Only four of the original eleven members reached the Atlantic Ocean. Kane and Chmielinski traveled…

The Times of India · Sep 22

Humans may be transmitting hepatitis B virus to Amazon monkeys, raising questions about deforestation and disease spillover

A groundbreaking study has revealed the presence of Hepatitis B virus in wild New World primates in the Amazon. This alarming discovery points to a possible spillover from humans to these animals. Researchers found that the infection rates surged in regions marked by high human activity.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Brazil has made gains against Amazon deforestation, but lasting protection is a challenge

Recent drops in Brazil’s deforestation have been celebrated as a historic achievement. Forest loss in the Amazon fell by 23.5 per cent in 2025 compared to the previous year. This drop contributed to a 21 per cent national reduction in overall clear-cutting — the lowest level recorded since 2016.

The Conversation · Sep 21

‘He was well loved’: families mourn victims of Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami

Questions remain over tragedy that killed five as families file wrongful death lawsuits against Amazon and cargo firm

The Guardian - US · Sep 21

In 1927, Henry Ford built a town over a stretch of Amazon rainforest; in 1945 he was forced to sell it for $250,000

Henry Ford initiated the Fordlandia project in the lush Amazon rainforest of Brazil to secure a steady rubber supply. However, his corporate methods often clashed with local traditions and agricultural practices. The plantation faced numerous obstacles, including pests and diseases harming the rubber trees. Despite investing heavily over seventeen years,…

The Times of India · Sep 19