NPR has had quite a few stories about Brazil lately, and they are always excellent and interesting.

Check out the latest news features and be sure to listen to them, too!

• In One Brazilian Farm Town, Reviving the Forest
• Brazil Pins Hopes on Massive, Untapped Oil Fields
• In Brazil’s Slums, Police Try a Softer Touch
• Brazilian Middle Class Expands as Economy Surges
• Socialite’s School Brings Hope to Brazilian Slum