Yearly Archives: 2015
Rio de Janeiro’s 10 Most Interesting Gringos of 2015
By Jay Forte, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – As the final hours of 2015 tick down, we take yet another look over the...
Heavy New Year’s Eve Traffic Expected Across Brazil
By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter
SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – Airports and bus terminals in Brasilia, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo are expected to...
Rio Nightlife Guide for Thursday, December 31, 2015
Thursday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Tonight Rio de Janeiro will welcome in 2016 with the famous Réveillion (New Year’s Eve) celebration on...
Drones to be Used in Beach Rescues in Rio de Janeiro
By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The lifeguard and fire brigade of Rio de Janeiro announced this week it will...
Brazil’s Government Raises Monthly Minimum Wage to R$880
By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter
SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – Despite the current economic woes faced by the country, Brazil’s federal government announced that as...
New Year’s Eve 2016 Celebrations Around Rio de Janeiro
By Chesney Hearst, Senior Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – While the famous Réveillion (New Year's Eve) party is expected to draw millions of...
Rio Nightlife Guide for Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Wednesday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – The posh Lagoa nightclub, Miroir is celebrating New Year's Eve early tonight with a special white edition...
Brazil Authorizes Use of French Vaccine Against Dengue Fever
By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter
SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – The National Health Service in Brazil (ANVISA) approved the registration of the first vaccine against...
Brazil’s Government Registers Worst Deficit in 19 Years
By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter
SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – The federal government of Brazil registered the worst monthly primary deficit since 1997 in November,...
