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Why a Brazilian carnival float has triggered backlash

‘Lula deserves a tribute like this, just like any other Brazilian who does a lot for our people,’ the parade’s chief organizer said

The Independent UK · Feb 16

Brazil Carnival street party do's and don'ts: A survival kit from veterans to beginners

Veteran Carnival fans in Rio say the party is fun, but it also takes planning and endurance

The Independent UK · Feb 15

Rio police in 'Money Heist' and Jason masks apprehend Carnival phone thieves

Rio police are using costumes at Carnival to blend into street crowds and catch cellphone thieves

The Independent UK · Feb 14

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Rio Carnival street party dogs parade as humans protest against pet killers

Dozens of dogs dressed as alligators, fairies and superheroes have gathered at a Rio de Janeiro Carnival street party as their owners protested cruelty against pets

The Independent UK · Feb 14

Let the revelry begin: Rio mayor hands city's key to King Momo as Carnival kicks off

Rio de Janeiro has kicked off Carnival celebrations as the mayor hands the city key to King Momo for a playful five-day reign

The Independent UK · Feb 13

Rio carnival to offer towering tribute to Lula, ‘the greatest Brazilian of all time’

Brazil president to receive unprecedented honour at opening night of procession with a giant effigy of him

The Guardian - US · Feb 13

Sex workers to be honored during annual Rio Carnival parade

In Brazil, voluntary adult sex work is not a crime and has been recognized as an official occupation by the labour ministry since 2002

The Independent UK · Feb 12

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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 · Feb 12

‘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 · Feb 11

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 · Feb 11

'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 · Feb 1

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 · Jan 28

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 · Jan 23

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 · Dec 28, 2025

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The Guardian - UK · Dec 26, 2025

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

Evening Standard · Dec 24, 2025

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

Euronews · Dec 1, 2025

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.

Cinemablend · Nov 24, 2025

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

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The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2025

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

Motorsport · Nov 7, 2025

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'

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2025

‘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 Conversation · Nov 6, 2025

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.

BANG Premier · Nov 6, 2025

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 · Nov 6, 2025

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 · Nov 5, 2025

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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