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‘There has to be glitter’: can the Rio carnival give up its love of beach-polluting microplastics?

A bill banning the sale and use of plastic and metallic glitter has yet to go through in Brazil as the capital’s sandy shores bear cost of carnival’s shine

The Guardian - UK

Trinidad's creative community rallies to ensure the famed carnival remains affordable

Trinidad and Tobago practically shuts down two days for its famed annual carnival, dubbed “the greatest show on Earth."

The Independent UK

Brazil’s Queen of Rock, Rita Lee, honored at Rio Carnival parade

The second night of parades at Rio de Janeiro’s Sambadrome began with Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel honoring late Brazilian rock icon Rita Lee.

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Samba schools honor Black Brazilian female authors during their Carnival parades

Rio de Janeiro's Carnival is using samba parades to spotlight Black Brazilian women writers who rarely get public recognition

The Independent UK

Mardi Gras 2026: New Orleans celebrates with beads, parades – and crawfish

Mardi Gras celebrations are kicking off in New Orleans

The Independent UK

Why a Brazilian carnival float has triggered backlash

‘Lula deserves a tribute like this, just like any other Brazilian who does a lot for our people,’ the parade’s chief organizer said

The Independent UK

Brazil Carnival street party do's and don'ts: A survival kit from veterans to beginners

Veteran Carnival fans in Rio say the party is fun, but it also takes planning and endurance

The Independent UK

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Mud madness at Brazil’s Carnival in photos

Mud-covered revelers took over the beach in Paraty, Brazil, on Saturday as part of a Carnival tradition that has grown steadily since it began 40 years ago. In the seaside town near the country’s historic colonial center, participants coated themselves in gray sludge, rolled through the silty shallows and emerged…

The Independent UK

Forget glitter, this Carnival party in southern Brazil is all about mud

A Carnival party in Paraty swaps glitter and costumes for mud, as crowds cover themselves in gray sludge and celebrate as one group

The Independent UK

Rio police in 'Money Heist' and Jason masks apprehend Carnival phone thieves

Rio police are using costumes at Carnival to blend into street crowds and catch cellphone thieves

The Independent UK

Brazilians celebrate 'Carnival in the Italian snow' as Alpine skier wins Olympic gold

With Brazil entering the joyous throes of Carnival, Alpine ski racer Lucas Pinheiro Braathen just gave it another reason to celebrate: an Olympic gold medal at the Winter Games

The Independent UK

Huge floats, wild costumes and nonstop street parties: Brazil Carnival in photos

The world’s biggest party is back as Carnival celebrations return to Brazil with glittery, outrageous costumes, samba rhythms ringing out until dawn and hundreds of raucous roaming parties flooding the streets.

The Independent UK

Rio Carnival street party dogs parade as humans protest against pet killers

Dozens of dogs dressed as alligators, fairies and superheroes have gathered at a Rio de Janeiro Carnival street party as their owners protested cruelty against pets

The Independent UK

Let the revelry begin: Rio mayor hands city's key to King Momo as Carnival kicks off

Rio de Janeiro has kicked off Carnival celebrations as the mayor hands the city key to King Momo for a playful five-day reign

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Sex workers to be honored during annual Rio Carnival parade

In Brazil, voluntary adult sex work is not a crime and has been recognized as an official occupation by the labour ministry since 2002

The Independent UK

Rio Carnival parade will spotlight sex workers in effort to dismantle stigma

A samba school in Rio de Janeiro is preparing to celebrate sex workers at this year's Carnival

The Independent UK

This Caribbean island is at its most joyful in the off-season

Saint Lucia’s Carnival takes place during the rainy months which only adds to the fun, finds Natalie Wilson

The Independent UK

What to know about Carnival season, Louisiana's biggest celebration

Louisiana is preparing for its biggest celebration, Carnival season

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Complete Hedge Maze Guide for 99 Nights in the Forest

The Hedge Maze update is the third and final part of the Halloween events in 99 Nights in the Forest. Instead of crafting potions or taming creatures, you

Evening Standard

Council could axe toilets at Notting Hill Carnival in bid to cut costs

The proposal is part of a move to fill an £82 million black hole in finances

Evening Standard

The world's biggest carnival celebration: Your ultimate guide to Rio de Janeiro

With its samba street parties, balneário beaches and epic cultural landmarks, Rio has become one of Gen Z’s favourite destinations. Jordan Page has your guide to everything you should – and shouldn’t do – at your first Carnival

Evening Standard

Notting Hill Carnival sees drop in serious violence despite Met Police making 528 arrests

The Met Police made 528 arrests over Notting Hill Carnival while the British Transport Police made a further 30 arrests

Evening Standard

Moment Notting Hill Carnival revellers brawl on Tube in front of stunned passengers

The altercation was filmed at Baker Street station and features a man in a brightly coloured tracksuit clashing with a group of fellow revellers

Evening Standard

Notting Hill Carnival: Two stabbed and 423 arrests but 'less serious violence than previous years', police say

Police say two people were stabbed and 423 arrested but there were ‘far fewer incidents of serious violence’ compared to recent years

Evening Standard

Notting Hill Carnival clean-up sees 150 tonnes rubbish removed from streets after day one

Waste crews are set to work through the night and collect up to 300 tonnes of rubbish from Notting Hill Carnival

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