Family to Sue After Alemão Shooting: Daily
The family of a fifteen-year-old shot in Fazendinha, a favela which forms part of the Complexo do Alemão, said they...
May 1, 2012Topic
Zona Norte
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
Aconchego Carioca, Dining in Zona Norte
In Praça da Bandeira in Rio’s Zona Norte (North Zone), Aconchego Carioca (loosely translated as Cozy Carioca) is authentic Brazilian...
March 13, 2012
A Football Fix For the Holidays in Rio
Brazil football (soccer) is on break until the Campeonato Carioca starts January 21st, but there are still some sights to...
December 27, 2011
The Rental Market in Zona Norte of Rio
With rent prices skyrocketing in Rio in recent years, for many it is time to consider options beyond Zona Sul...
November 22, 2011
Recent Conflicts in Complexo do Alemão Favela
n the past week the Complexo do Alemão in Rio’s Zona Norte (North Zone) has seen several clashes between civilians...
September 13, 2011
Rio Gastronomia, A Culinary Festival in Rio
Rio de Janeiro highlights the city's culinary delights in the festival “Rio Gastronomia.”
August 9, 2011
BOPE Operation in Mangueira Favela
The Rio police carried out anti-drug trafficking operations in the favelas Mangueira and Tuiuti in the Zona Norte (North Zone)...
May 24, 2011
Run For Peace at Zona Norte Favelas
The same dirt road drug traffickers used to escape from the police, was part of the 4,850 meter run called...
May 17, 2011