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Madonna To End 'Celebration' Tour With Free Copacabana Show

Madonna will perform a free mega-concert in May on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach to close out her "Celebration" tour, the singer and organizers announced Monday.

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Brazil Police Arrest 'Masterminds' Of Rio Councilmember's 2018 Murder

Brazilian police on Sunday arrested three current and former officials who allegedly masterminded the 2018 assassination of Rio de Janeiro city councilor Marielle Franco.

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Brazil Police Seek Arrests In 2018 Rio Councilwoman Murder

Brazilian authorities intensify efforts to seek justice for the 2018 murder of a Rio de Janeiro councilwoman, pursuing three suspects in a nationwide manhunt.

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Marielle Franco: two politicians and ex-police chief arrested over Brazil murder

The Rio de Janeiro councillor and her driver were assassinated in 2018, causing an international outcry

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Southeast Brazil Battered By Downpours, Over A Dozen Killed

A powerful storm has claimed at least 13 lives in southeastern Brazil, particularly in the mountainous parts of Rio de Janeiro state, where authorities on Saturday deployed rescue teams to deal with a "critical" situation.

International Business Times

Heavy Rains In Rio State Claim Seven Lives

Recent heavy rains in Rio de Janeiro state lead to tragic deaths, miraculous rescue, and ongoing challenges. Stay vigilant and prepared.

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Alexandre Pantoja to defend flyweight title in UFC 301 main event vs. Steve Erceg

Alexandre Pantoja is set to defend UFC flyweight title against Steve Erceg in the UFC 301 headliner on May 6 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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Brazilian Police Successfully Rescue Hostages From Rio Bus Hijacking

Brazilian police negotiate release of 17 hostages from gunman on bus in Rio de Janeiro. Tense standoff at Sao Cristovao terminal with injuries reported.

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Gunman Surrenders After Three-hour Hostage Ordeal On Rio Bus

A gunman wounded two people at Rio de Janeiro's main bus station Tuesday and held 17 passengers hostage for three hours before being convinced to surrender, police said.

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UFC 301 Main Event In Rio De Janeiro Uncertain

Get ready for UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro as Alexandre Pantoja likely defends his flyweight title against potential challengers in a competitive division.

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Brazil Sinks Its Teeth Into Mango-inspired Ballgame

A childhood pastime of kids tossing mangoes to each other in the Amazon has transformed into a proper sport in Brazil, even finding a place among the vaunted beach games played in Rio de Janeiro.

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UFC 301 adds Elves Brener vs. Myktybek Orolbai

Rising UFC lightweights will collide in Rio de Janeiro.

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‘Fight waste to fight hunger’: food banks embrace imperfection to feed millions in Brazil

More than 40% of produce in the country is lost or wasted but new research highlights how it could be a key tool in fighting rising food insecurity. One charity is leading the charge

The Guardian - UK

Brazil Calls For UN Reform Amid Global Conflicts

Brazil's foreign minister pushes for UN reforms at G20 meeting in Rio de Janeiro, addressing global tensions and advocating for developing nations' represe...

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UFC 301 officially announced for Rio de Janeiro

UFC 301 is official – and it turns out the rumors are true. The promotion heads to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the first time since 2023.

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Women are breaking Brazil's 'bate-bola' Carnival mold

Women are taking their rightful place in Rio's "Carnival of the streets" — the "bate-bolas," translated literally, as ball beaters.

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'Everyone Jumping, Everyone Happy': Rio Celebrates Carnival

Glittering with sequins and sweat, thousands of performers shimmying to sultry samba beats danced their way down an avenue in Rio de Janeiro Sunday as the Brazilian beach city's famed carnival parades got under way.

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‘They’re treating us like thieves’: Rio de Janeiro traders rage as historic flea market shuts

Feira de Acari is closed down by the mayor after claims that gangsters used it to sell stolen goods

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Dengue epidemic declared as Rio's carnival kicks off tomorrow

Learn about the dengue fever epidemic in Rio de Janeiro as the city sets up care centers to combat the spread of the virus during the festive carnival season.

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New Kind Of Football In The Land Of Pele As NFL Booms In Brazil

Screaming and gesturing at the TV in his San Francisco 49ers jersey and scarf, Brazilian computer programmer Carlos Marins wills his team to come from behind and make it to the Super Bowl.

The Guardian - UK

‘Me and my menopause’: a view from women around the world

Millions of women are being let down by lack of support during and after menopause. We asked six, from Brazil to Bangladesh, to share their stories of fighting stigma, dealing with symptoms and supporting others

The Times of India

Nick Kyrgios rules himself out of Paris Olympics

NEW DELHI: Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has declared that he will not represent Australia at the Paris Olympics this year, even if he is fit, due to what he perceives as mistreatment by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) ahead of the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

The Independent UK

Brazil's Rio de Janeiro state confronts flood damage after heavy rain kills at least 11

Neighborhoods in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro state are flooded more than a day after torrential rains that killed at least 11 people

The Guardian - US

The bottom line: Brazilians perfect tans with electrical tape bikinis

Rio de Janeiro’s rooftop tanning salons offer women coveted crisp tan lines with tape, tanning lotion and a spot to sunbathe

The Independent UK

9 of the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro has become Brazil’s tourism capital thanks to beautiful beaches, party nightlife and cultural hubs

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