This week for BuzzReads, Julie Ruvolo explains how Brazil became the social media capital of the world — and the effect this has on that society. Read that and these other great stories from around BuzzFeed and the web.
Why Brazil Is Actually Winning the Internet — BuzzFeed
As the World Cup and the 2016 Olympics bring unprecedented attention — and controversy — Brazil has been shaped by a sprawling, unique digital culture that may be more socially and politically active than any other country’s. Read it at BuzzFeed.
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Baptism by Fire — New York Times
A stunning piece by N. R. Kleinfield that follows a rookie firefighter into his first fire. "Fires can end in tragedy. But occasionally, something extraordinary happens, something that every firefighter aspires to but few experience." Read it at the New York Times .
Photograph by Damon Winter for The New York Times
Found: The Elusive Man At The Heart Of The Hollywood Sex Abuse Scandal — BuzzFeed
Digital pioneer Marc Collins-Rector lost millions before he vanished, believing that movie mogul David Geffen wanted to destroy him. Now he’s broke and alone — but the sex scandal he left behind continues to consume Hollywood. Read it at BuzzFeed.
Even The Most Progressive University In North America Doesn’t Know How To Handle Sexual Consent — BuzzFeed
When a tiny university in Canada was rocked by sexual assault allegations, frustrated students fought back by spreading rumors. Katie J.M. Baker tells the story of how everyone lost. Read it at BuzzFeed.
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