Uruguay, with few Covid-19 cases, starts its vaccination plan
Uruguay on Monday became the last country in South America to launch a vaccination campaign, with a focus on teachers,...
March 2, 2021Topic
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Soldiers Who Killed Musician in Rio de Janeiro Are Arrested
Rio de Janeiro’s Army command arrested on Monday ten of the twelve soldiers said to be working in the area...
April 9, 2019
Military Operation in Rio Uses 5,000 Soldiers in Six Favelas
By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Under heavy rains, more than 5,000 Armed Forces and...
June 7, 2018
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, 2016
Brazilian Officials to Boost Rio 2016 Olympic Security Measures
“If you want to go to a safe place in the world in August, come to Rio de Janeiro,” says...
July 16, 2016
Residents Tell of Abuse by Pacification Force in Maré
Rio de Janeiro residents condemn the hardships and abuses suffered at the hands of the Pacification Force of Complexo da...
November 6, 2014