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Rising Organized Crime in Rio de Janeiro Amidst Reduced Police Raids

After Brazil's 2020 Supreme Court ruling limited police raids in favelas during the pandemic, organized crime in Rio de Janeiro notably increased. The National Council...

International Tourists Flock to Rio for Madonna’s Copacabana Concert

Rio de Janeiro anticipates a 27.3% increase in international tourist arrivals during the week of Madonna's concert. This surge compares to the same timeframe in 2023. The pop icon is set to perform at Copacabana...

Dengue Alert: Rio State Maintains High-Level Warning

Despite the city of Rio de Janeiro declaring an end to its dengue outbreak, the State Health Department (SES-RJ) has decided to keep the...

Revitalizing Rio’s Heart: The Carioca Street Makeover

The Rio de Janeiro City Hall has unveiled plans for an urban revitalization project...

Southeast Brazil Grapples with Severe Weather: 12 Fatalities and...

Since last Friday, a severe weather front in Southeast Brazil has claimed 12 lives and left 7 individuals unaccounted...

Museums in Rio de Janeiro: Learn About the Main Ones

Besides the lush beaches, trails, and nightlife options, bohemian Rio de Janeiro offers many opportunities for those who enjoy cultural life. By visiting the museums...

Alert in Rio Over Dangerous Scorpion Outbreak

Armação dos Búzios, a city in Rio de Janeiro, is on high alert due to an outbreak of yellow...

Rio Carnival 2024 Highlights

In 2024, Rio de Janeiro transforms into a vibrant hub of Carnival festivities, featuring an array of street bands...

Brazil Boosts Shipbuilding for Petrobras Growth and Rio Economy

Brazil's President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, recently pledged to boost the nation's naval...

Deadly Storms and Floods Ravage Rio de Janeiro

Over the weekend, catastrophic weather struck Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with torrential rains causing floods...

Ransom at Rio: Park Project Held Hostage by Crime Groups

In a new development, Mayor Eduardo Paes is actively confronting a growing, dangerous criminal trend in Rio de Janeiro. Criminal...