Brazil becomes second country to surpass 1 million COVID-19 cases

Brazil is on track to have the most coronavirus-related deaths in the world by the end of the summer, according to one model.

• Jun 19, 2020

Iconic Amazon indigenous chief dies of coronavirus

The Brazilian Indigenous Peoples' Association (APIB) called Paiakan a "father, leader and warrior" for indigenous peoples and the environment.

• Jun 18, 2020

Brazil on track to surpass U.S. in coronavirus deaths this summer

As other countries see declines in coronavirus cases, an expert says "it's just the beginning" in Brazil.

• Jun 18, 2020

Worldwide protests for Black Lives Matter

Mass protests in the U.S. have sparked a global movement against racial discrimination. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi shows how thousands have gathered in countries from Brazil to South Korea to make their voices heard.

• Jun 7, 2020
• 1:23

Trump imposes travel restrictions on Brazil

Brazil has the second-most confirmed cases of the coronavirus of any country, with more than 347,000. Only the U.S. has more.

• May 25, 2020

O'Brien: Administration looking at cutting off travel from Brazil

Trump's national security adviser says the president is looking at the "end of June" for a potential meeting with G7 leaders in Washington.

• May 24, 2020
• 8:39

Deforestation rising in the Amazon

A new study from a environmental watchdog in Brazil says deforestation has increased by 20% in the last nine months. Deforestation can increase the pace of climate change. André Guimarães, executive director of IPAM, the Amazon Environmental Research Institute, joins CBSN with more on the risk.

• May 30, 2019
• 7:32

Deadly prison riot in Brazil

At least 57 people were killed and 16 decapitated in a Brazil prison as rival gangs battled for five hours. CBS News' Cindy Pom joins CBSN AM with that story and other major news from around the world in this morning's World View.

• Jul 30, 2019
• 2:13

Man in Brazil took bus passengers hostage

A man who took more than 30 people hostage on a bus in Rio de Janeiro has been shot and killed by police after a standoff lasting several hours. The passengers were unharmed. Nathalia Passarinho of BBC News joins CBSN with the latest.

• Aug 20, 2019
• 3:21

Wildfires rage in Amazon rainforest

Almost 73,000 wildfires have been detected this year in the world's largest rainforest. That's an 83% increase from 2018. CBS News reporter Beatriz Correa has the latest from São Paulo, Brazil.

• Aug 21, 2019
• 1:39

Amazon rainforest burning at record rate

As the Amazon rainforest continues to burn, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is walking back allegations that he blamed NGO's for setting the wildfires. His policies have led to a surge in deforestation and development in the Amazon. Wall Street Journal correspondent Samantha Pearson joined CBSN on the phone from Brazil to discuss the latest developments.

• Aug 22, 2019
• 4:38

Wildfires rage in Amazon rainforest

Wildfires are sweeping through the Amazon rainforest at an alarming rate. Deforestation and dry conditions are chiefly to blame. But many conservationists hold Brazil's president responsible. Meg Oliver explains.

• Aug 22, 2019
• 1:35

Amazon fires could ruin climate change fight

Environmental organizations say humans are to blame for fires devastating the Amazon, a region vital to our planet's climate. More than 74,000 fires have begun in Brazil this year with roughly 40 percent in the Amazon alone. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Aug 23, 2019
• 2:30

Why Amazon could be at risk of "collapsing"

French President Emmanuel Macron wants the wildfires in the Amazon rainforest to be on the agenda at this weekend’s G-7 summit. In Brazil, President Jair Bolsonaro has authorized the military to join the fight, and forces will begin deploying on Saturday. Deforestation has increased since Bolsonaro took office last year, and he previously described the rainforest protection as an obstacle to his country’s economic development. Naturalist Paul Rosalie wrote about his experiences in the jungle in his 2014 book, "Mother of God." Rosalie joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" to talk about the fires.

• Aug 24, 2019
• 4:16

Brazil's troops battle Amazon fire

World leaders at the G-7 summit are expected to talk about the fires destroying the Amazon rainforest. On Saturday, Brazilian officials mobilized 44,000 troops to battle the flames There have been more than 76 thousand wildfires across Brazil in 2019. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Aug 24, 2019
• 1:58

Troops mobilize to fight Amazon fires

Brazil’s president says the army will battle the fires raging in the Amazon after facing pressure from critics. Manuel Bojorquez reports in Rio Branco, Brazil.

• Aug 26, 2019
• 3:13

Brazil rejects G-7 aid for Amazon fires

The Brazilian government is saying "no thank you" to a $20 million offer of aid from G-7 nations to help fight the devastating forest fires in the Amazon region. More than 80,000 fires have been reported in Brazil this year. Now there is renewed concern that further damage could disrupt global weather patterns. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Aug 27, 2019
• 2:55

Amazon chief says they're facing "genocide"

The Brazilian government has rejected $20 million in aid from G-7 leaders to fight the fires in the Amazon rainforest. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez spoke with Tashka Yawanawa, chief of the indigenous Yawanawa people, about the threats they are facing in the region.

• Aug 27, 2019
• 3:52

Indigenous Amazon tribes threatened by fires

Brazil's president said his country is now open to accepting millions of dollars in international wildfire aid. He initially demanded an apology for criticism of his handling of the fires in the Amazon. As Manuel Bojorquez reports, some saw this disaster coming.

• Aug 27, 2019
• 1:57

Ranchers blamed for deforestation in Brazil

Brazil imposed a 60 day ban on land-clearing fires. This follows global outcry over fires ravaging parts of the Amazon rainforest, most set by farmers and ranchers. Manuel Bojorquez hears their side of the issue.

• Aug 29, 2019
• 2:02

Amazon rainforest fires rage at record pace

Fires are raging across Brazil's Amazon rainforest at a record pace. There were roughly 20,000 fires there last month alone. Many are manmade, caused by forests being cleared for farming. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Oct 6, 2019
• 2:49

Wuhan citizens being retested for coronavirus

Countries all over the world are shifting their focus to coronavirus testing and contact tracing. Authorities in Wuhan, China, are testing all citizens again -- and their strict lockdown appears to have stamped out new infections. Elizabeth Palmer reports.

• May 17, 2020
• 1:43

European cities weigh risk when reopening major hubs

CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more on COVID-19's impact on the global community.

• May 17, 2020
• 2:28

Mexico sending migrants back to Honduras

Mexican authorities deported migrants to Honduras after a large group waded across a river on Mexico's southern border. Also, prosecutors in Brazil have charged 16 people with murder in last year's dam collapse that killed 270 people, and the reunited Duke and Duchess of Sussex have threatened legal action against the paparazzi in Canada. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee joined "CBSN AM" with these stories.

• Jan 22, 2020
• 2:24

WorldView: Brazil storms, Turkey rescue & more

At least 53 are dead after torrential rains caused landslides and flooding in eastern Brazil. A mother and 2-year-old daughter are found alive after being trapped for 28 hours after Turkey's 6.8 magnitude earthquake. And President Donald Trump will meet with rival Israeli political leaders. Ian Lee rounds up the morning's world headlines from London.

• Jan 27, 2020
• 2:23

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