The deadliest police operation in 16 years for the state which has suffered drug-related violence for decades
State legislature wanted to put Pele’s name on the fabled stadium
As many expect the virus to wreak havoc in Brazil’s poor, densely-packed slums
At least 5trillion plastic pieces are floating in our oceans at the moment
Franco, charismatic city council member in Rio de Janeiro was shot dead along with her driver on March 14
The president elect runs the risk of provoking commercial retaliation from Arab states
Police says drugs were hidden in 48 bags placed at the bottom of two containers
The victim and two friends had been seen partying, using drugs and hanging out with prostitutes
Firing in match between Botafogo and Flamengo injured seven more
Gentlemen's sport will make its way into the Games, but when, that is to be seen