Homeless population grew 31% in past 2 years in Brazil’s São Paulo
released alarming data on the growth of the capital's homeless population: in two years a 31% increase was recorded.
January 24, 2022Topic
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In one month, Covid deaths in Rio de Janeiro dropped by 44%
According to the Rio de Janeiromunicipal government, there was a 44% decrease in Covid-19 deaths in June compared to the...
July 2, 2021
São Paulo fines over 40 establishments for curfew violation
According to the state government, the establishments were found in violation of the rule restricting circulation, opening hours or the...
March 1, 2021
MIMO Instrumental Music Festival Arrives in Rio November 13-15
From November 13th through 15th, the MIMO Festival will celebrate instrumental music with free concerts. film screenings, and workshops in...
November 9, 2015
Zona Norte Sees Real Estate Rising
As the most sought-after areas in Rio de Janeiro's Zona Sul are finally slowing down, the city’s Zona Norte (North...
July 30, 2013
Exploring the Historic Churches of Rio
Neighborhoods in Rio like Centro and Penha offer a glimpse at some of the grandest churches in the world, many...
June 25, 2013
Gun Wounds Down in Complexo do Alemão
Since the pacification and UPP in Complexo do Alemão favela communities in Zona Norte (North Zone), a rapid decrease in...
July 3, 2012
Military Remains in Complexo do Alemão
Almost one and a half years after occupation by the Brazilian Army, Complexo do Alemão is still awaiting the installation...
March 20, 2012
Occupation of Zona Norte Favelas
By Patricia Maresch, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Just before Christmas, the second phase of the occupation of...
December 28, 2010