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Rio Carnival parade will spotlight sex workers in effort to dismantle stigma

A samba school in Rio de Janeiro is preparing to celebrate sex workers at this year's Carnival

The Independent UK

‘It doesn’t shock that it’s Black people getting killed’: inside a deadly police operation in Rio

Police action targeting organised crime in the Brazilian city’s favelas has left communities reeling, with more questions than answers

The Guardian - UK

Rio’s bloodiest day: the untold story of Brazil’s most deadly police raid

In interviews with community leaders, lawyers, security specialists and bereaved relatives, the Guardian pieces together how an operation targeting a criminal gang left 122 people dead last October

The Guardian - UK

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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

The royal family in 2025: King and Kate’s health news and Andrew’s banishment

The King and Queen hosted US president Donald Trump, William travelled to Rio and Kate staged her annual carol concert.

The Independent UK

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We can be heroes: the inspiring people we met around the world in 2025 – part two

From the ‘warrior’ midwife saving lives in Senegal to the outed Kenyan pop star speaking up against prejudice, these are some of the people who gave us hope

The Guardian - UK

The best films of 2025, from One Battle After Another to Sinners, Marty Supreme and more

Paul Thomas Anderson, Leonardo DiCaprio, Chase Infiniti and Timothée Chalamet all stole the limelight, but we also trembled with surprise at Alexander Skarsgård’s BDSM biker in Pillion

Evening Standard

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

‘Shipwrecked.’ Kim Kardashian Threw On A Gorgeous Nude Gown, Then Got It Seriously Wet

As one does.

Cinemablend

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

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'

Motorsport

‘Politicians actually taking action’: six world mayors defying climate-sceptic populist leaders

From Sierra Leone to Milan, cities are crafting their own rules and innovations in the face of rising temperatures

The Guardian - UK

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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.

Euronews

Prince William's Earthshot Prize honours global climate innovation projects

In Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, the Earthshot Prize brought together Brazilian and global celebrities alongside Prince William, who is in the city for a three-day environmental programme before travelling on to the COP30 UN climate summit.

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.

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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

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

Revealed: 'Green king' Sadiq Khan has clocked up 100,000 air miles since becoming London mayor

Full extent of London mayor’s foreign travel catalogued for first time since he was elected to City Hall in 2016

Marie Claire

Prince William Was "Incredibly Struck" By How Many Brazilians Shared Stories of Princess Diana After Recreating One of Her '90s Photos

“The Prince has loved meeting so many people from across Rio.”

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 Guardian - US

Brazil to seek independent inquiry into deadly police raid that killed 121 people

Brazilian president Lula called police assault on two of Rio’s largest clusters of favelas ‘disastrous’ and a ‘massacre’

The Independent UK

Prince Harry confirms Canada visit amid brother William’s trip to Brazil

Harry will meet with veterans, members of the armed forces community and military charities

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