Security at Olympics Will Not be Altered Says Justice Minister
Justice Minister says security during the first week was 'extremely positive' despite the death of a soldier near Maracana Stadium.
August 12, 2016Topic
Olympics
U.S. Phelps, Manuel Win Gold in Swimming at Olympics
Michael Phelps has won so far four gold medals in Rio's Olympic Games. And the tally may increase on Friday.
August 12, 2016
Brazil Advances With Decisive 4×0 Win in Rio Olympics
Facing elimination, Brazil’s men’s football (soccer) team defeated Denmark 4x0 to advance to the quarterfinals and remind the world they...
August 11, 2016
Brazil’s Courts Allow Protests During Olympic Games
A Brazilian federal court judge that any suppression of political manifestations by security forces is unconstitutional and will be fined.
August 9, 2016
Rafaela Silva Takes First Gold Medal for Brazil in Judo
The first Rio 2016 Olympic Gold for Brazil was won in Judo yesterday by Rafaela Lopes Silva, age 24, in...
August 9, 2016
The Mansion in Santa Teresa Hosts Events for Olympics: Sponsored
The three-story Portuguese colonial-style home, known as The Mansion, is hosting daily events during the Games.
August 9, 2016
Rio’s Santos Dumont Airport Closes for Olympic Sailing
Santos Dumont airport overlooking Guanabara Bay will close for four hours every day so athletes in sailing competition will not...
August 8, 2016
Shocking Tennis Upsets on Day Two of Rio Olympics
World’s number one, Novak Djokovic, and defending Olympic doubles champions, Venus and Serena Williams suffer stunning losses in first round...
August 8, 2016
Extra Olympic Security for Foreign Dignitaries in Brazil
Due to the recent terrorist attacks many nations opted to send high-level representatives rather than heads of state.
August 5, 2016