Topic: Brazil

For some Comorians, the Yemenia Airways crash is no surprise

Warnings were raised two years ago about the downed Airbus. According to an immigrant safety advocate, 'We are put in trashy planes that do not meet the norms.'

South Africa impresses during test run for 2010 World Cup

Despite a few hiccups, the Confederations Cup soccer tournament was a 'great success,' say local and international soccer authorities.

One brilliant half not enough: US falls to Brazil, 3-2

After a stunning start, the US could not cope with Brazil, leaving American soccer to ponder another moral victory – instead of a real one.

Air France crash: Probe into two other A330 incidents

Two recent Airbus A330 flights may have had similar computer malfunctions to those suspected in AF Flight 447, the National Transportation Safety Board said.

Brazil escapes South Africa's 'killer bees'

South Africa loses to Brazil in the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup.

The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work

Philosopher-author Alain de Botton asks: Why do we work?

US soccer beats Spain! Now let's relax.

Every major US win is hailed as the best ever. But really, it's just part of 59 years of progress.

'Barrel monster': Is it a crime, or is it art?

Even the owner of the purloined orange traffic barrels urges the D.A. not to prosecute.

Ahmadinejad's new best friend: Hugo Chávez?

Chávez has announced his support for the Iranian president's claim of election victory. The two leaders have developed close ties based on mutual animosity to the US.

Flight computers at heart of Air France crash?

Anomalies in on-board computerized controls have destabilized other A330 jets. Airbus sees no link between those cases and Flight 447.

Iran and Russia nip at US global dominance

At conference in Siberia, leaders of Russia, China, India, and Iran float idea of new 'supranational' currency. China offers $10 billion to neighbors.

Tuesday's coverage: witness in Tehran, banned in Darfur, housing starts

Are foreign investors losing interest in US Treasury bonds?

China and Japan were among the nations that reduced US debt holdings in April.

New tobacco rules: What will they do?

Under legislation passed by the Senate Thursday, the FDA is likely to require warnings on the packs that take up much more space.

As P&G CEO looks abroad, Home Depot cuts costs

Brazil: Don't blame it on Rio

Your idea, "printed" in 3-D

A new layering process renders prototypes that pop.

How an American couple came to be spies for Cuba

Kendall and Gwendolyn Myers were recruited from academia by Fidel Castro's intelligence service - one of the best in the world.

'Jet fuel' slicks not from Air France flight

Debris recovered Thursday not from jet either, say Brazilian officials. Search continues.

Air France tragedy: Time to require black boxes that float? (They exist)

Was Air France flight brought down by turbulence or hail?

100 m.p.h. winds, hail, and rain might have brought Flight 447 down, says a former Air Force meteorologist.

Air France debris? It may take another day to confirm.

Helicopters can't get to debris field. Brazilian navy ships won't arrive until Wednesday morning.

Brazilian Air Force spots debris: Is it the Air France jet?

An orange buoy, an aircraft seat, and oil sighted near to Flight 447's last reported position.

Mexico considers 'ban' on street children

New law would require officials to move street kids into schools or other programs – or face a $420-per-child fine.

Search begins off Brazil's coast for 'disappeared' Air France flight

Air France reports a possible lightning strike. Airbus 330-200 has a good safety record.