Protests against president disrupt Brazil’s major cities

Protests against president disrupt Brazil’s major cities

A general strike disrupted major cities across Brazil as union workers protested President Michel Temer’s proposal to loosen labor rules and trim pension benefits. Temer’s work rule proposal before Congress would make it easier for employers to hire temporary workers and pay fewer benefits.

Samba schools protest against budget cuts for Carnival

Samba schools protest against budget cuts for Carnival

Singing popular songs, members of Rio de Janeiro’s samba schools protested against the mayor’s proposal to slash city funds for next year’s Carnival. The demonstration came in response to Mayor Marcelo Crivella’s decision to cut by half the city’s contribution to the annual celebration.