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Finance ministers of the Group of 20 in Brazil discuss tax on super-rich

Finance ministers from leading rich and developing nations have gathered in Rio de Janeiro for a two-day meeting to discuss a global tax on the super-rich, a top priority for Brazil, which holds the presidency

The Independent UK

In Rio, G20 Finance Ministers To Mull Taxing The Super-rich

Faced with growing global inequality, G20 finance ministers meeting Thursday in Rio de Janeiro will tackle the thorny issue of taxes for the super-rich, a topic that has divided member states.

International Business Times

Lula Rallies G20 Countries Against World Hunger Ahead Of Meeting

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Wednesday will launch a new initiative against world hunger ahead of an upcoming G20 meeting in Rio de Janeiro.

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Cocaine sharks: why sea creatures are swimming in drug-tainted waters

Waste from illegal labs and untreated sewage laced with pharmaceuticals is contaminating the seas off Rio de Janeiro. It’s far from the only place to be affected

The Guardian - UK

Sharks off coast of Brazil test positive for cocaine

Exposure to cocaine could severely impact shark health, potentially damaging their DNA, and impairing their ability to metabolise fats, findings reveal

The Independent UK

Gabby Douglas opens up about her career plans after missing the 2024 Paris Olympics

The all-around Olympic world champion last competed in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro games

The Independent UK

Brazil Police Mount New Operation In Rio Favelas

Some 2,000 police were deployed Monday to ten favelas in Rio de Janeiro to crack down on conflict between narcos and militias, authorities said.

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Rio De Janeiro Launches Mega-Operation To Combat Organized Crime

Rio de Janeiro's security forces launch a major operation to combat organized crime in ten neighborhoods, aiming to restore peace and safety.

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Life behind bars in Brazil's overcrowded prison system

With over 830,000 inmates, Brazil has the third-largest prison population in the world, behind only the US and China. According to data from the National Secretariat for Penal Policy, there are almost 166,000 more prisoners than there are places currently available in the country's jails. In some penitentiaries, such as…

The Independent UK

Rio de Janeiro bay reforestation shows mangroves' power to mitigate climate disasters

At the rear of Rio de Janeiro’s polluted Guanabara Bay, thousands of mangroves rise as tall as 13 feet, or about 4 meters, from a previously deforested area

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Rio 2016: A successful Olympic dream amidst crises

The crowd cheered loudly on Copacabana beach when Rio de Janeiro was announced as the host city for the 2016 Olympic Games. For the first time, a city in South America would host the biggest sporting competition on the planet. The "Marvellous City", located between the sea and the forest,…

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Madonna draws 1.6 million fans to Brazilian beach

The last show of the pop icon's "Celebration" retrospective tour brought over a million and a half fans to Rio de Janeiro's famed Copacabana Beach on Saturday night.

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Fight Tracks: The walkout songs of UFC 301 with AC/DC x 3

Check out all the fighter walkout songs from Saturday's UFC 301 event in Rio de Janeiro.

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Madonna makes history with 1.6 million crowd in Rio on final night of tour

Madonna wrapped up her tour with a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, drawing an estimated 1.6 million fans. Read further on Dynamite News:

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UFC 301 Recap: Pantoja Retains Title, Aldo Impresses In Comeback

Exciting UFC 301 event in Rio de Janeiro with Pantoja's successful title defense, Aldo's return, and standout performances by Smith, Pereira, and Borralho.

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UFC 301 results: Alexandre Pantoja ekes by Steve Erceg to retain title in thrilling five-round battle

Some said Steve Erceg wasn't ready for the UFC 301 headliner, but he pushed champion Alexandre Pantoja to the limit in Rio de Janeiro.

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UFC 301 bonuses: The Force is $50,000 strong with Mauricio Ruffy

The UFC handed out four post-fight bonuses after Saturday's card, including one to a debuting lightweight.

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Jose Aldo def. Jonathan Martinez at UFC 301: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Jose Aldo's unanimous decision win over Jonathan Martinez at UFC 301.

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Michel Pereira def. Ihor Potieria at UFC 301: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Michel Pereira's first-round submission win over Ihor Potieria at UFC 301.

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