Rio de Janeiro

Second-most populous city in Brazil

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Rio de Janeiro, or simply Rio, is the capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is the second-most-populous city in Brazil and the sixth-most-populous city in the Americas.

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Tense Hostage Standoff in Rio de Janeiro Bus Ends: Gunman Surrenders Peacefully \| Oneindia News Watch as a tense hostage standoff unfolds at a Rio bus station, with a gunman holding passengers captive. Follow the dramatic events as police negotiate and the crisis comes to a peaceful resolution.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 01:40Published on March 13, 2024

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Cundy wins 15th straight world title in Rio Jody Cundy wins his 15th consecutive world title in the C4 1km time-trial at the UCI Para-cycling Track World Championships in Rio de Janeiro. BBC Sport - Published on March 24, 2024
Fachie wins 20th world title two days after mugging Neil Fachie won the 20th title of his career at the Para-cycling Track World Championships - two days after being mugged in Rio de Janeiro. BBC Sport - Published on March 22, 2024
Schrager & Cox win Para-cycling world titles Daphne Schrager & Kadeena Cox win world titles at the Para-cycling Track World Championships in Rio de Janeiro. BBC Sport - Published on March 20, 2024

Defending champion Norrie loses to qualifier in Rio Defending champion Cameron Norrie goes out of the ATP Rio Open as he loses in Saturday's semi-finals to Argentine qualifier Mariano Navone. BBC Sport - Published on February 25, 2024
Rio's Christ the Redeemer lit up to honour Pele Rio de Janeiro's Christ the Redeemer statue is lit up with Pele's jersey to mark the first anniversary of the Brazilian legend's death. BBC Sport - Published on December 30, 2023
Christ the Redeemer dons Pele's shirt on anniversary of football legend's death Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue was illuminated with Pele’s bright yellow football shirt to mark the anniversary of his death. Sky News - Published on December 30, 2023

Taylor Swift fan died of heat exhaustion after Rio gig The death of a Brazilian woman who died after passing out during a Taylor Swift gig was caused by heat exhaustion, authorities have said. Sky News - Published on December 27, 2023Also reported by •TMZ.com
Taylor Swift Invites Deceased Fan's Kin To Sao Paulo Concert Taylor Swift hosted some special guests at her Sunday concert in Brazil … the family of the woman who recently died attending her Rio de Janeiro show. Video posted to X showed five relatives of Ana.. TMZ.com - Published on November 27, 2023
Taylor Swift Seems Back to Herself After Tragic Death of Fan in Rio de Janeiro Taylor Swift was back to herself during a Friday concert in Brazil after mourning the death of a fan just one week ago. TS hit the stage to perform in front of a packed crowd in São Paulo last evening.. TMZ.com - Published on November 25, 2023
There could have been a tragedy - Messi Lionel Messi says there "could have been a tragedy" after Argentina's World Cup qualifier against Brazil in Rio is delayed because of crowd trouble. BBC Sport - Published on November 22, 2023

Taylor Swift postpones show in Rio due to 'extreme temperatures' - a day after fan death Taylor Swift has postponed a concert in Rio de Janeiro due to "extreme temperatures". Sky News - Published on November 18, 2023
Gangsters torch at least 35 buses after 'man of war' crime boss killed by police Gangsters have reportedly set at least 35 buses on fire in Rio de Janeiro after a crime boss known as "man of war" was killed by police in an operation. Sky News - Published on October 24, 2023
Gisele Bündchen All Smiles at Carnival, Having a Blast Solo Gisele Bündchen is clearly havin' the time of her life at this year's Carnival festivities ... and she seems to be doing it alone this time around. The single supermodel was living it up in Rio de.. TMZ.com - Published on February 20, 2023	Hill beats Teixeira at UFC 283 to win title Jamahal Hill beats Glover Teixeira by unanimous decision to win the light-heavyweight title at UFC 283 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. BBC Sport - Published on January 22, 2023
Stars On Vacation For The Holiday Season It's that time of year, when your favorite celebs kick back, relax, or even get the hell outta town to enjoy the holidays ... and we got a sneak peek of where some of 'em are headed. Alessandra.. TMZ.com - Published on December 27, 2022	'We need change', 'we have a chance', 'we just have to wait': How Lula supporters are reacting to Brazil's election results It was going to be a party, or at least that was the plan, and even as we drove towards the thousands of Lula supporters who had taken over a square in downtown Rio de Janeiro, we could hear the cheers.. Sky News - Published on October 3, 2022
'Now we can be happy again': Brazil carnivals return after break for pandemic Carnivals have taken place in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo following a two-year break because of the coronavirus pandemic. Sky News - Published on April 23, 2022	Mudslides and floods kill 18 people after 26cm of rain falls in just three hours in Rio At least 18 people have died in mudslides and floods after a mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro saw almost a month's worth of rain fall in just three hours. Sky News - Published on February 16, 2022
Eight killed as police hunt for gang in Rio favela turns deadly Eight people have been killed in an armed raid on one of Rio's poorest communities. Sky News - Published on February 11, 2022	'I know it will make a difference': Brazilian's rooftop fight against climate change In the Parque Arara favela north of Rio, I'm invited into Luis Cassiano's piece of tropical paradise, nestled in between a chaos of corrugated iron and breeze blocks. Sky News - Published on November 10, 2021
How one man's goal to build a huge urban forest hopes to save a city heading for disaster Rio de Janeiro is considered one of the most vulnerable cities in Latin America when it comes to climate change. Sky News - Published on November 9, 2021	Ellie Robinson: Rio Paralympic gold medallist announces swimming retirement British swimmer Ellie Robinson - a Paralympic gold and bronze medallist in Rio, aged 15 - announces her retirement from the sport. BBC Sport - Published on October 4, 2021
Will Team GB beat its record-breaking performance in Rio? Team GB got off to a flying start at Tokyo 2020, winning five medals in the first five days. Sky News - Published on August 3, 2021	Copa America 2021: Superb Angel di Maria goal helps Argentina beat Brazil Watch highlights as a superb Angel Di Maria goal gives Argentina a 1-0 win over Brazil in the Copa America final in Rio de Janeiro's Maracana stadium. BBC Sport - Published on July 11, 2021
Twenty killed, including officer, in police shootout with Brazilian drug traffickers At least 20 people, including a police officer, have died in a shootout with drug traffickers in Rio de Janeiro, according to local media. Sky News - Published on May 6, 2021