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.

Rio De Janeiro Zoo Animals Are Treated To Popsicles As The Brazilian City Faces Scorching Summer Weather

Animals at Rio de Janeiro’s BioParque zoo received popsicles and frozen treats Tuesday as the city faced another day of ...
U.S. News & World Report

17 Best Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Sarah Brown has been exploring Brazil for more than a decade and comes home to Rio at the end of each trip. She reveals her top tips for making the most of your vacation to Rio de Janeiro. This iconic ...
The Hill

Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro state confronts flood damage after heavy rain kills at least 12

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Neighborhoods in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro state remained flooded Monday more than a day after torrential rains that killed at least 12 people. The heavy downpour wreaked havoc ...

Brazil police target Rio pension fund in probe linked to Banco Master, sources say

RIO DE JANEIRO/BRASILIA, Jan 23 (Reuters) - Brazil's federal police on Friday served search and seizure warrants against Rio ...