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'Stigmatised territory': Why tourists have abandoned Rio's 'posh' attractions for these favelas

The "often-stigmatised territories" of Rio de Janeiro are experiencing a tourist boom, and it's pumping cash into low-income communities.

Euronews

Rio's favelas become hot tourist destination as visitors seek cultural immersion

Record numbers of tourists are flocking to Rio de Janeiro, with many seeking local tours in the city's favelas

The Independent UK

Singing contest in Rio prison provides creative outlet for women behind bars

In a Rio de Janeiro prison, Brazilian women inmates showcased their talents in a singing contest on Friday

The Independent UK

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Whole neighborhood joins forces to beat up robber in Brazil

This is the moment that residents in Rio de Janeiro joined forces to thwart a thief who attempted to rob a Nova Iguaçu City store.

The Independent UK

Travelling to Brazil? What Male Tourists Need to Know About the 'Goodnight Cinderella' Scam

Authorities warn male tourists in Brazil about the 'Goodnight Cinderella' scam, where drink‑spiking leads to theft, robbery, and financial loss.

International Business Times UK

Zoo animals beat scorching summer heat with popsicles

Jaguars, monkeys and other residents received an "iced diet," specifically tailored to each species' needs

The Independent UK

Brazil celebrates Three Kings Day with parade in Rio favelas

Brazil marked Three Kings Day on Tuesday with a colourful procession in Rio de Janeiro, where music and dance echoed through a hillside neighbourhood.

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Welcoming in New Year 2026: Our guide to the perfect WhatsApp and SMS messages

If you are looking for the perfect message for your loved ones, friends or colleagues to welcome in 2026, Euronews has prepared a complete list of options, organised by category, including text, emojis, and animated GIFs.

Euronews

Grand Theft Auto could have been a globetrotting series like Assassin's Creed, according to former Rockstar technical director: 'We had ideas about GTA games in Rio de Janeiro, Moscow and Istanbul' while 'Tokyo almost actually happened'

"Another studio in Japan were going to do it, take our code and do GTA: Tokyo."

PC Gamer

Rare palm trees flower for first time in decades before dying

The palm can reach up to 30 meters (98 feet) in height and produce around 25 million flowers

The Independent UK

Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro unveils floating Christmas tree

A floating Christmas tree was inaugurated Sunday in Rio de Janeiro’s Botafogo Cove, adding a new highlight to the city’s holiday traditions.

Euronews

Brazilian revelers at Rio’s Pride march rejoice after Bolsonaro’s preemptive jailing

Thousands of revelers have gathered on the Copacabana boardwalk for Rio de Janeiro’s annual Pride parade

The Independent UK

Is ‘imagination activism’ the antidote to climate doom we’ve been looking for?

A new exhibition in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, asks, what if the most radical climate tool isn't technology, but the ability to dream?

Euronews

Lewis Hamilton says Rio de Janeiro could be “a good place for me” as his love for Brazil grows

Lewis Hamilton says Rio de Janeiro could be “a good place for me'

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The Conversation

How organised crime took over areas of Rio de Janeiro – and why violent police raids won’t fix the problem

At dawn on October 28, residents of Rio de Janeiro woke to the sound of gunfire. Battles continued throughout the day in the favelas of Alemão and Penha, as police mounted a huge operation targeting the Commando Vermelho, or the Red Command, one of Brazil’s largest organised criminal gangs.

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Prince William hails Earthshot Prize winners at Rio de Janeiro ceremony

Prince William described the winners of this year's Earthshot Prize as the "world's true action heroes" at Wednesday's (05.11.25) ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Evening Standard

Kylie among the stars to turn out for William’s Earthshot Prize ceremony

The Australian pop star and Canadian singer Shawn Mendes appeared at the environmental awards event in Rio de Janeiro.

The Independent UK

Prince William recreates famous Princess Diana photo in Rio de Janeiro

Prince William stood in the spot where Diana, Princess of Wales, posed for a picture back in 1991

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The Independent UK

Prince William recreates iconic Princess Diana moment on moving visit to Rio de Janeiro

Prince William has recreated the same iconic scenic picture his late mother, Princess Diana, posed for on her visit to the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro.

The Independent UK

Prince William to spotlight environmental solutions in Rio de Janeiro with Earthshot Prize awards

Prince William is set to announce the winners of his Earthshot Prize in Rio de Janeiro

Evening Standard

William follows in mother’s footsteps as he views Rio de Janeiro from above

He stood in the spot where his mother Diana, Princess of Wales had taken in the stunning views in the shadow of the Christ the Redeemer statue.

The Independent UK

Prince William smashes penalty with Brazilian youngsters at iconic stadium

Watch as the Prince of Wales scores a penalty whilst enjoying a kickabout with young Brazilian footballers at an iconic stadium in Rio de Janeiro.

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Prince William receives keys to the city of Rio de Janeiro

Prince William was given the keys to the city of Rio de Janeiro as he begins a five-day visit to Brazil to stage his annual Earthshot Prize ceremony.

The Independent UK

Mayors pledge coordinated climate action ahead of UN conference in Brazil

Three hundred mayors have gathered in Rio de Janeiro to pledge coordinated climate action in their cities

Evening Standard

William to take in sights of Rio de Janeiro as Brazil tour begins

The Prince of Wales will visit Brazil to stage his Earthshot Prize and attend the Cop30 summit.

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