The Rio Times
The Rio Times maintains an extensive network of freelancers and bloggers, primarily in Latin America, but increasingly also in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Our main focus is on reporting from the Global South.
Europe faces threat from Karkoubi, a disturbing drug from Algeria and Morocco
Karkoubi, a potent psychotropic drug originating from Algeria and Morocco, is increasingly making its presence felt in Europe, causing alarm among health authorities due...
The unending political instability in Peru and why Congo is about to overtake the country as copper producer
The trajectory of Peru's economy, having been resilient for 16 years despite frequent political disruptions, is under threat.
This political turmoil, overseen by Julio Velarde,...
President Xiomara Castro’s China visit poised to shape future of Honduras-China relations
A state visit to China by Honduran President Xiomara Castro, coming less than three months after the formal establishment of diplomatic ties between the...
Allegations surface of China’s attempt to establish a surveillance base in Cuba for U.S. espionage
According to senior U.S. officials, China is currently in negotiations with Cuba to establish a base on the island for the purpose of spying...
Egypt open for experience sharing and enhanced bilateral cooperation with Angola – El-Sisi
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi announced today in Luanda that Egypt is poised to share experiences and bolster bilateral cooperation with Angola across various...
Opening of Serra do Teixeira National Park marks a milestone in Paraíba, Brazil
The Serra do Teixeira National Park, the first national park in the Brazilian state of Paraíba, was officially inaugurated on Tuesday (6).
Encompassing around 61,095...
Paraguay poised for highest economic growth in South America, World Bank reports
In its latest "World Economic" report, the World Bank predicts Paraguay will achieve a robust economic growth of 4.8 percent for the current year.
The...
With canals and colorful boats, the charming Aveiro is the “Portuguese Venice”
By Priscila Carvalho
Located on the coast of Portugal, Aveiro is a city that, little by little, is falling in the taste of Brazilians.
Even though...
The 10 most expensive cities in the world to live in 2023
In times of runaway inflation and the growth of remote working, the cost of living has become a key factor for city dwellers to...
Notice
Take Notice (ROSANGELA LOPES DOS SANTOS) that a Summons and Complaint for sole custody and findings that you have abandoned the minor child, that...
Cape Verde’s Prime Minister is satisfied with Fitch’s positive assessment
Cape Verde's Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva, said today he was satisfied with the assessment by the Fitch agency, which improved the country's...
Mozambique Airlines’ debt was overestimated “by mistake”
By Sita Sebastião
Mozambique Airlines (LAM) had a real debt lower than declared due to a "technical lapse," which forced a correction that improved the...
The American dream: how much does it cost for a Brazilian to live in Miami?
By Renata Firpo
Mild temperatures, clean beaches, safe streets, and promises of life without major economic upheavals.
This recipe turned Miami into one of the favorite...
Beyond the Nazca Lines: 2,000-year-old aqueducts intrigue tourists in Peru
Seen from above, the spirals formed in the middle of the Peruvian desert by the "water eyes" are frightening.
They are part of a pre-Columbian...