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?

Young Brazilians who identify with traditional religious, societal and family values have become more vocal in recent years, expressing their views on everything from politics to drugs to sexuality both online and offline. But who are these new conservatives, and what’s driving their beliefs?

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.

The propagation of fake news has created a toxic media environment, with people and news outlets alike concerned about diminishing trust. Yet while Facebook and Twitter fall under suspicion, a YouGov survey has found that Britons are placing greater confidence in local media.