Bank secrecy lifted for Brazil President Bolsonaro’s son Carlos in corruption investigations
The measure was requested by the Prosecutor's Office, which is accusing Carlos Bolsonaro of diverting public funds by allegedly using...
September 1, 2021Section
Rio de Janeiro
Covid-19: Delta variant detected in over 80% of Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro state samples
The spread of this new strain of the virus has been extremely fast. In June, the Delta accounted for only...
August 31, 2021
Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro Lavradio Street could become intangible heritage
The 700 meters long street is surrounded by historical houses and is traditionally known by locals and tourists for hosting...
August 28, 2021
Vaccination passport: While São Paulo holds back, Rio de Janeiro gets closer to a two-tier society
As of September 1, the city of Rio will demand proof of vaccination against Covid for access to cinemas, gyms,...
August 27, 2021
Covid-19: Rio de Janeiro wants to vaccinate all those over 60 with 3rd dose by October 30
On the same day that vaccination of 17-year-old adolescents against the Covid-19 began, the Rio de Janeiro city government announced...
August 27, 2021
Rio de Janeiro to return to Brazil’s cruise season in November
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The government of Rio de Janeiro sent a letter to the Ministry of Tourism on...
August 26, 2021
Deaths of elderly vaccinated with two doses rise by 73% in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro has seen deaths and hospitalizations of elderly administered the two coronavirus vaccine doses steadily increase.
August 25, 2021
Post Malone, Alok and Jason Derulo confirmed for Brazil’s Rock in Rio 2022
Brazilian DJ Alok had already been confirmed by the event in 2019 and remains on the list. He will open...
August 25, 2021
Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro initiates Operation Summer after weekend beachfront chaos
Reinforced surveillance on the beach and its surroundings usually occurs during the high season, starting in November. As of next...
August 25, 2021