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world4 days ago•4 min saved

Rio Court Convicts Police Chief and Politician in Marielle Franco Murder

Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Rivaldo Barbosa (former Rio Civil Police chief) and two Brazãos for ordering the 2018 assassination of Rio councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver, closing an eight-year pursuit that exposed links between paramilitary gangs, the police, and politics. Lula’s government took over the case in 2023, aiding arrests, while Franco’s widow Carpenter Monica Benício called the verdict a turning point for democracy and accountability against powerful crime networks in Rio.

via Payday Report|

#brazil #marielle-franco #paramilitary-gangs

sports23 days ago•8 min saved

Cowboys Set for Historic NFL Debut in Rio de Janeiro in 2026

The NFL announced the Dallas Cowboys will play in the league's first regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro at Maracanã Stadium in 2026, as part of a record nine international games that year; opponent, date and kickoff time will be announced later, with Brazil identified as a key international market and ongoing expansion including NFL Flag and flag football's Olympic debut in LA28.

via NFL.com|

#dallas-cowboys #international-games #maracana-stadium

sports23 days ago•2 min saved

Cowboys Eye Brazil Debut With 2026 Rio Game

The NFL announced that the Dallas Cowboys will play a regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro in 2026, marking the league's first game in Brazil and part of nine international games that year; no date or opponent has been set yet; the Cowboys previously played an international game in London in 2014.

via NBC Sports|

#brazil #dallas-cowboys #international-series

sports23 days ago•11 min saved

Dallas Cowboys book 2026 regular-season game in Rio, marking first South American clash

The Cowboys will play a 2026 regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, at Maracanã Stadium with the opponent and date to be announced later, continuing the NFL’s Brazil series and marking Dallas’ first regular-season international game since 2014.

via Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys|

#2026-nfl-schedule #dallas-cowboys #maracana-stadium

world3 months ago•7 min saved

Rio's Deadly Police Raid Highlights Brazil’s Ongoing Crime Crisis

A massive police and military raid in Rio de Janeiro targeting the Red Command gang resulted in over 120 deaths, arrests, and seizures of weapons and drugs, highlighting Brazil's ongoing struggle with entrenched organized crime, community violence, and the complex social and political challenges involved in combating these criminal networks.

via CNN|

#criminal-networks #gang-violence #organized-crime

environment3 months ago•3 min saved

Prince William Celebrates Earthshot Prize Winners and Honors Princess Diana in Brazil

Prince William announced the winners of the 2025 Earthshot Prize in Rio, celebrating innovative projects worldwide that address environmental issues, including protecting the Atlantic Forest, cleaning air in Bogotá, conserving marine life through a global ocean treaty, promoting sustainable fashion in Lagos, and aiding vulnerable communities in Bangladesh, with each winner receiving a £1m grant to scale their initiatives.

via BBC|

#climate-action #earthshot-prize #environment

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Prince William Honors Princess Diana and Champions Environmental Causes in Rio

Prince William visited Rio de Janeiro, following in his mother Diana's footsteps by visiting the Christ the Redeemer statue, and participated in events related to the Earthshot Prize and climate change, including a speech at COP30 and meetings with local communities and environmental projects.

via BBC|

#christ-the-redeemer #diana-princess-of-wales #earthshot-prize

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Brazil Launches Independent Inquiry into Deadly Rio Police Raid

Brazil's President Lula announced plans for an independent inquiry into a deadly police raid in Rio de Janeiro that resulted in at least 121 deaths, calling it a 'disastrous' massacre, amid public support and international attention.

via The Guardian|

#brazil #independent-investigation #massacre

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Brazil Launches Inquiry into Deadly Rio Gang Raid That Killed Over 130

Brazilian President Lula condemned a police raid against a gang in Rio de Janeiro that resulted in 121 deaths, calling it a massacre and calling for an investigation into the circumstances of the operation, which involved intense clashes and drone attacks.

via CBS News|

#brazil #gang-violence #massacre

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Prince William's Adventurous Visit to Brazil Highlights Conservation and Family Moments

Prince William is on a five-day trip to Brazil, starting with a visit to Rio de Janeiro's Sugarloaf Mountain, where he shared breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscape, and received the keys to the city. He will participate in environmental events leading up to the Earthshot Prize awards ceremony.

via PureWow|

#brazil #earthshot-prize #prince-william

world4 months ago•0 min saved

Rio Police Raid Leaves Over 130 Dead, Sparking Outcry and Debate

Residents of Rio de Janeiro have expressed support for Brazil's bloodiest police raid, highlighting ongoing issues of violence and law enforcement in the area.

via Financial Times|

#brazil #police-raid #public-response

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Rio's Deadly Police Raids Spark Outcry and Debate on Crime Strategies

Rio de Janeiro authorities identified most of the 121 victims of Brazil's deadliest police operation targeting drug traffickers, sparking protests and international criticism over human rights concerns, despite majority public support for the raids.

via Reuters|

#deadly-violence #human-rights #police-raids

world4 months ago•4 min saved

Rio police raid results in over 130 deaths, sparking outrage

A massive police raid in Rio de Janeiro targeting a criminal gang resulted in over 120 deaths, including police officers, with residents and officials reacting to the violence and controversy over the handling and manipulation of bodies.

via BBC|

#brazil-crime #deadliest-operation #human-rights

world4 months ago•4 min saved

Rio Police Raid on Drug Gang Results in 119 Deaths

A massive police operation in Rio de Janeiro targeting a drug gang resulted in at least 119 deaths, including suspects and police, amid accusations of excessive force and concerns over human rights violations, marking one of the deadliest raids in the city's history.

via AP News|

#casualties #drug-gang #human-rights

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Rio de Janeiro Police Raid Death Toll Rises to Over 132

Rio de Janeiro's police raid on drug traffickers resulted in at least 132 deaths, according to the public defender's office, with authorities claiming all victims were criminals and denouncing the operation as necessary against narcoterrorism, while residents and rights groups criticize the violence and possible extrajudicial killings.

via Al Jazeera|

#death-toll #drug-traffickers #human-rights