RuPaul's Drag Race, a TV show about drag queens has become a hit in Brazil, shining a light on the country's LGBT community. With millions of gay consumers thirsty for a market that caters for them, why do Brazilian brands still ignore the opportunities offered by this demographic?

A growing number of Brazilian women are embracing feminism, finding vivid expression in arts and culture. Among them are carioca funk star MC Carol and rapper Karol Conká, who’ve collaborated on the single ‘100% Feminista’, challenging traditional gender attitudes through music.

Brazil is home to 21 of the 50 most violent cities in the world, with drug trafficking, gang wars, political instability and poverty all fuelling the country’s high crime rates. How are regular Brazilians reacting to persistent urban violence? And how does crime affect their lifestyles?

TV has long ruled the screens – and hearts – of Brazilians, with millions tuning into dramatic telenovelas every week. But their media consumption habits are changing as more people opt to watch video content online, and social media personas are shooting to stardom as a result.