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Sharks off coast of Brazil test positive for cocaine

Exposure to cocaine could severely impact shark health, potentially damaging their DNA, and impairing their ability to metabolise fats, findings reveal

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2024

Gabby Douglas opens up about her career plans after missing the 2024 Paris Olympics

The all-around Olympic world champion last competed in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro games

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2024

Brazil Police Mount New Operation In Rio Favelas

Some 2,000 police were deployed Monday to ten favelas in Rio de Janeiro to crack down on conflict between narcos and militias, authorities said.

International Business Times · Jul 15, 2024

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Rio De Janeiro Launches Mega-Operation To Combat Organized Crime

Rio de Janeiro's security forces launch a major operation to combat organized crime in ten neighborhoods, aiming to restore peace and safety.

Brazil's Vaunted Academy Seeks To Shed Image As White Men's Club

On a warm night in tropical Rio de Janeiro, a who's who of the literary and cultural scene descend on the palatial halls of the Brazilian Academy of Letters, decked out in gold-trimmed uniforms.

International Business Times · Jul 11, 2024

Architect Creates Spectacular Buildings From Simple Everyday Objects (21 New Pics)

Felipe de Castro, an imaginative architect and artist from Rio de Janeiro, turns everyday items into fantastic building designs. The post Architect Creates Spectacular Buildings From Simple Everyday Objects (21 New Pics) first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Jul 1, 2024

Scotland chairs international sustainability network of regions in Brazil

SCOTLAND has chaired an international network of regional governments in a crucial event aimed at sharing ideas on sustainability.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 30, 2024

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Growing whale-watching excursions near Rio de Janeiro's coast captivate tourists

Rio de Janeiro is famous for its beaches and vibrant parties in the Southern Hemisphere’s summer

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2024

An overdue Olympic pledge to restore Rio de Janeiro’s lagoons is finally taking shape

When Rio de Janeiro hosted the Olympics in 2016, videos of the extensive lagoon complex surrounding the Olympic Park were everywhere

The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2024

Rio De Janeiro's Mangrove Reforestation Boosts Climate Resilience

Discover the successful mangrove reforestation in Rio de Janeiro's Guanabara Bay and its impact on environmental restoration and climate resilience efforts.

Life behind bars in Brazil's overcrowded prison system

With over 830,000 inmates, Brazil has the third-largest prison population in the world, behind only the US and China. According to data from the National Secretariat for Penal Policy, there are almost 166,000 more prisoners than there are places currently available in the country's jails. In some penitentiaries, such as…

France 24 · May 25, 2024

Rio de Janeiro bay reforestation shows mangroves' power to mitigate climate disasters

At the rear of Rio de Janeiro’s polluted Guanabara Bay, thousands of mangroves rise as tall as 13 feet, or about 4 meters, from a previously deforested area

The Independent UK · May 24, 2024

Rio 2016: A successful Olympic dream amidst crises

The crowd cheered loudly on Copacabana beach when Rio de Janeiro was announced as the host city for the 2016 Olympic Games. For the first time, a city in South America would host the biggest sporting competition on the planet. The "Marvellous City", located between the sea and the forest,…

Radio France Internationale · May 21, 2024

Madonna draws 1.6 million fans to Brazilian beach

The last show of the pop icon's "Celebration" retrospective tour brought over a million and a half fans to Rio de Janeiro's famed Copacabana Beach on Saturday night.

WEKU · May 6, 2024

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USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

Fight Tracks: The walkout songs of UFC 301 with AC/DC x 3

Check out all the fighter walkout songs from Saturday's UFC 301 event in Rio de Janeiro.

Dynamite News · May 5, 2024

Madonna makes history with 1.6 million crowd in Rio on final night of tour

Madonna wrapped up her tour with a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, drawing an estimated 1.6 million fans. Read further on Dynamite News:

UFC 301 Recap: Pantoja Retains Title, Aldo Impresses In Comeback

Exciting UFC 301 event in Rio de Janeiro with Pantoja's successful title defense, Aldo's return, and standout performances by Smith, Pereira, and Borralho.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

UFC 301 results: Alexandre Pantoja ekes by Steve Erceg to retain title in thrilling five-round battle

Some said Steve Erceg wasn't ready for the UFC 301 headliner, but he pushed champion Alexandre Pantoja to the limit in Rio de Janeiro.

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USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

UFC 301 bonuses: The Force is $50,000 strong with Mauricio Ruffy

The UFC handed out four post-fight bonuses after Saturday's card, including one to a debuting lightweight.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

Jose Aldo def. Jonathan Martinez at UFC 301: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Jose Aldo's unanimous decision win over Jonathan Martinez at UFC 301.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

Michel Pereira def. Ihor Potieria at UFC 301: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Michel Pereira's first-round submission win over Ihor Potieria at UFC 301.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

UFC 301: Official scorecards from Rio de Janeiro

Check out the official scorecards from all 13 fights at UFC 301 at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

Caio Borralho def. Paul Craig at UFC 301: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Caio Borralho's second-round knockout win over Paul Craig at UFC 301.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

Video replay: UFC 301 post-fight press conference

Check out a live stream of the UFC 301 post-fight press conference in Rio de Janeiro, beginning immediately after the event.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 5, 2024

Joanderson Brito def. Jack Shore at UFC 301: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Joanderson Brito's second-round TKO win over Jack Shore at UFC 301.

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