RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) - Swathed in nothing but a sprinkling of sequins and a puff of feathers, Rio de Janeiro's samba group dancers are the star attractions of the world's most iconic Carnival ...

There’s something almost magnetic about carnivals. The energy, the colors, the way a whole city seems to pulse with life.

South America overflows with color, rhythm, and tradition, and its festivals are vibrant reflections of its diverse cultures. From massive street parades to intimate spiritual rituals, these ...