The Brazilian yellow scorpion, or by its scientific name Tityus serrulatus, is considered the most venomous scorpion in South America.
Israeli tourist Alma Buhadana, 24, died in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, trying to escape a robber. Israeli authorities assist her family in repatriation.
Over the past 20 years, Brazilian-Jewish chef David Hertz has created a cooking school, Gastromotiva, to help underprivileged Brazilians learn a trade and assist Brazil's most vulnerable citizens.
The decision comes amid Brazilian PM Lula da Silva's criticism of Israel.
Since Lula's third term began, Brazil, once a constructive and moderate voice in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, has pivoted to support the Palestinians at the expense of its ties with Israel.
A recent study suggests prehistoric humans in Brazil created petroglyphs near dinosaur tracks, indicating intentional association. The findings may reshape views on ancient cultures and paleontology.
Researchers in South America have recorded the use of ultrasound by a frog for defense against predators, a first in the region, shedding light on amphibian behavior.
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