a man in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul was arrested for illegal firearm possession and a teenager in Rio de Janeiro was taken into custody on child pornography charges both in connection with an alleged plot to detonate homemade explosive devices at the show officers claim that they did not contact the event’s organizers at the time to “avoid panic” and “the distortion of information” “We learned about this alleged threat via media reports this morning,” representatives for Lady Gaga shared in a statement to Pitchfork nor any communication from the police or authorities to Lady Gaga regarding any potential risks Her team worked closely with law enforcement throughout the planning and execution of the concert and all parties were confident in the safety measures in place.” Lady Gaga wrote: “Nothing could prepare me for the feeling I had during last night’s show—the absolute pride and joy I felt singing for the people of Brazil The sight of the crowd during my opening songs took my breath away.” Find her message below Lady Gaga performs during her free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro Police said they arrested a person responsible for a plan to attack the concert with explosive devices, along with a teenager, the BBC reported Forbes has reached out to Brazilian authorities for more information Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. 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May 4, 2025Two individuals have been arrested in connection with an alleged plot to bomb Lady Gaga’s concert in Rio de Janeiro "The suspects were recruiting participants, including minors, to carry out coordinated attacks using improvised explosives and Molotov cocktails," Rio de Janeiro's state police said in a statement, per CBS News 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 "The plan was treated as a 'collective challenge' with the aim of gaining notoriety on social media," authorities noted. referred to as the alleged leader of the group was arrested on illegal weapons possession charges was arrested on child pornography charges. Gaga’s performance at Copacabana Beach drew in 2.1 million concertgoers It marked the biggest show of the singer’s career. we're making history," the Abracadabra artist "Thank you for making history with me." Related: Legendary Rock Band Rereleases Hit Song Like You’ve Never Heard Before open-air concert followed the release of Gaga’s seventh studio album The 14-time Grammy Award winner also headlined Coachella for two weekends in April. Gaga is slated to kick off The Mayhem Ball the tour will visit six North American cities including Los Angeles and New York City. “I wasn’t planning to tour this year after my shows in Singapore but the incredible response to the new album inspired me to keep things going It came together super quickly thanks to Arthur Fogel and the amazing team at Live Nation who planned a global tour in just a few weeks,” Gaga wrote via Instagram on March 26. “We chose arenas this time to give me the opportunity to control the details of the show in a way you simply can’t in stadiums—and honestly This show is designed to be the kind of theatrical and electrifying experience that brings MAYHEM to life exactly how I envision it The MAYHEM Ball Tour is officially coming your way The "Rio AI City" project was announced at Web Summit Rio on 27 April A new artificial intelligence (AI) data center campus has been announced in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro The “Rio AI City” project was revealed at the opening of the Web Summit Rio on 27 April which will be located in the city’s Olympic Park the project will reportedly be the largest data center campus in Latin America and one of the largest worldwide said that its primary aim is to boost the city's role in the growth of AI and consolidate Rio as the "Innovation Capital of Latin America." "We want to drive the AI revolution and ensure that it serves the public well," said Paes Paes added that the campus will be powered entirely by clean energy and will have an “unlimited” supply of water available for cooling The data center campus is expected to create the conditions for the installation of new supercomputers, such as the existing Santos Dumont located at the National Laboratory for Scientific Computing and managed by the Ministry of Science The campus will also be directly connected to Porto Maravilha a large-scale urban regeneration project which aims to restore the old port district of Rio the area will act as a hotbed of sustainable innovation with the computing power of the Rio AI City project used to support the growth of startups in the area According to Data Center Map, Rio currently has 21 operational data centers. The city is home to operators including Ascenty, Elea, and Equinix. Last month, Equinix launched its third data center in the city This article was first published on DCD’s Spanish language website Data Centre Dynamics Ltd (DCD), 32-38 Saffron Hill, London, EC1N 8FH Email. [email protected]DCD is a subsidiary of InfraXmedia Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article Note: Medal count per the IOC website Volume 3 - 2020 | https://doi.org/10.3389/ffgc.2020.00050 This article is part of the Research TopicJurisdictional Approaches to Sustainability in the TropicsView all 9 articles Voluntary commitments are playing an ever-greater role in environmental governance at all scales In the years preceding the signing of the Paris Agreement in 2015 a flurry of non-state and state actors signed on to various declarations and commitments to reduce deforestation as one globally significant climate mitigation solution This paper focuses on the Rio Branco Declaration (RBD) and the 30 first-order subnational jurisdictions located in Brazil and Peru that signed it between 2014 and 2018 committing to reduce deforestation 80% by 2020 conditional upon adequate support from the international community We assess each study jurisdiction’s progress toward that commitment in terms of reducing deforestation and examine a subset of the potential factors supporting or slowing progress including the existence of commensurate targets within jurisdictions’ legal frameworks and the international financial support pledged to jurisdictions We found that progress toward achieving the target was slow and likely unattainable in most jurisdictions outside of Brazil Among the four jurisdictions likely to achieve the target under current deforestation trajectories only Mato Grosso State has a target within its legal framework that is more ambitious than the RBD target We found that the international response to the RBD was sluggish and likely inadequate – with only one financial pledge made in direct response to the declaration and the majority of funding to support jurisdictional efforts coming from one source We did not find a clear relationship between international finance pledged and progress toward the RBD deforestation target; however jurisdictions that received pledges earlier have made more progress We explore what may explain individual jurisdictions’ performance with respect to the target including specific jurisdictional circumstances if current deforestation trajectories continue the RBD signatories in our study could contribute approximately 3.7% (0.65 GtCO2e) of the greenhouse gas emissions reduction needed to keep global warming at 1.5°C compared with a potential 5.7% (0.98 GtCO2e) if they were to all meet the RBD target Nowhere is this truer than with respect to climate change mitigation and adaptation including in regard to tropical deforestation and land use The role and potential impact of voluntary commitments by subnational governments in the tropics has not been well-studied 25 additional member governments have signed the Declaration we assess and interpret progress made by 30 RBD signatories We first estimate signatories’ progress toward the central target of the RBD: to reduce deforestation 80% by 2020 We also provide an indication of the point in time at which they will theoretically achieve the committed reduction we examine the extent to which the commitment made under the RBD are reflected within signatories’ relevant laws based on the expectation that an important indicator of a government’s intent to fulfill its commitments is whether commensurate targets have been incorporated into the jurisdiction’s legal and policy framework to evaluate the conditional aspect of the RBD we catalog the international financial support provided to the signatory jurisdictions with the objective of supporting policies and actions to reduce deforestation We conclude with a discussion of how these factors among other conditions specific to each jurisdiction may be related to jurisdictions’ respective progress toward the RBD target Map of 30 study jurisdictions representing first-level subnational political and administrative divisions (e.g. and current forest area of study jurisdictions To evaluate progress toward jurisdictional targets assessed in the study, we collected historical annual deforestation data for the reference period defined by each respective target through the most recently reported observations. We obtained deforestation data from the official forest monitoring systems of Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, and Peru, respectively (Stickler et al., 2018b; Supplementary Text S1) this information is produced for national and subnational levels based mainly on interpretation of Landsat satellite images The published deforestation data meet the required levels of consistency to be used in the definition of national forest reference emission levels (FRELs) and land use activities included in national GHG emissions inventories We used the most recent deforestation data released for Peru (2018) We did not use Brazil’s most recently published preliminary deforestation figures from 2019 due to anticipated discrepancies with the final figures; we used 2018 data the RBD baseline is defined as the average annual deforestation rate from 1996 to 2010 nearly all the Brazilian states defined the deforestation targets in their published state plans using the average annual deforestation rate from 1996 to 2005 as the baseline To harmonize these with the RBD commitment in order to make a comparison we translated legal targets (those incorporated into jurisdictions’ legal frameworks) into areal deforestation targets by 2020 Peru defines its baseline by projecting a linear increase of deforestation observed between 2000 and 2014 Indonesia defines its baseline by the average annual deforestation rate in the period from 1990 to 2012 the baseline is defined by the average deforestation of the 2000 to 2010 period we compared this value with the calculated RBD target When reporting progress toward the RBD target an 80% decline in deforestation below the baseline corresponds to 100% progress toward the RBD target We also estimated the year by which study jurisdictions are likely to achieve the RBD target by extrapolating each jurisdiction’s current deforestation trajectory (a linear projection from the baseline at the time of endorsement to current levels as defined above) to the year that an 80% reduction below the baseline would be reached For jurisdictions with increasing deforestation trajectories we could not estimate the date of achievement based on current trends We supplemented that assessment through consultations with national experts who are knowledgeable of the relevant legal and institutional frameworks affecting the jurisdictions in the context of environment and REDD+ we collected the following information about the target: the intended quantitative reduction the baseline against which the reduction is measured the geographic extent over which the target applies and the year in which the legislation was established We compared the years in which each jurisdiction’s legal target was established with the year in which it signed the RBD to obtain an indication of the extent to which the RBD may have influenced establishment of the legal target We also analyzed the correspondence between the RBD commitment to reduce deforestation 80% by 2020 and each study jurisdiction’s legal targets We developed the following classification to assess alignment between legal targets and the RBD target in terms of the quantity of reduced deforestation and the target year: (a) The legal target is not both measurable and time-bound; or (b) The legal target has the same term as the RBD target or a term farther in the future (c) The legal target has the same quantitative goal as the RBD target (a) The legal target is exactly the same as the RBD target in terms of both quantitative goal and target date; or (b) The legal target date has the same term as the RBD target (a) The legal target may be measurable in theory but not in practice (e.g. the goal requires measurement of net forest loss) (b) The legal target measures net or illegal deforestation whereas the RBD target measures gross deforestation; or (c) The legal target does not apply to the entire jurisdiction (e.g. whereas the RBD target is jurisdiction-wide; or (d) The legal target appears to be based on unreliable or otherwise flawed information (e.g. the target is impossible given total forest extent (a) No legal target is identified for the jurisdiction We then calculated the projected emissions reductions of the legal targets as a percent of the corresponding country’s projected NDC emissions reductions We were unable to carry out this analysis for Peru because the data used to develop Peruvian regions’ legal targets are unavailable and derived differently than those used to develop the NDC We also estimated the potential contribution by each jurisdiction (including those in Peru) to its respective NDC emissions reduction goal assuming full compliance with the RBD target using the same methodology described above for legal targets Finally, we estimated the potential contribution of reduced emissions from deforestation by each jurisdiction to its respective NDC, assuming that current deforestation rates hold through 2030. We first computed the difference in emissions associated with the current level of deforestation and the emissions associated with deforestation observed in the NDC base year (Supplementary Text S3 and Supplementary Table S3) We then compared this value to the all-sector emissions reductions goal of the NDC pledge For Brazilian jurisdictions, we carried out these analyses only for the Amazon biome. For Acre, Maranhão, Mato Grosso, and Pará, which have more than one legal target (Table 2) we calculated each state’s contribution to the NDC based only on the target laid out in their respective state Plan for the Prevention and Control of Deforestation (PPCD) Inventory of deforestation targets (“legal targets”) of the nine GCF TF member jurisdictions located in Brazil To provide an indication of international financial support for reducing deforestation in the focal jurisdictions we identified the amounts and sources of international finance pledged to each jurisdiction from 2010 to 2019 We chose 2010 as the starting year because of its relevance as the year following the UNFCCC COP15 negotiations in Copenhagen which marked a shift in interest beyond national state actors As we were not able to reliably confirm disbursement of finance to jurisdictions for most sources To obtain an indication of how much international climate finance was pledged to signatories after the RBD was made public we separated funding sources into pre-RBD (2010–2014) and post-RBD (2015–2019) categories We distinguish between post-RBD funding that is directly related to the announcement of the RBD but is nevertheless designated to support efforts to reduce deforestation We assigned individual funding sources to one time period or the other according to the date the funding was initially pledged or contracted We considered all finance pledged in 2015 or later to be post-RBD even if the jurisdiction to which finance was pledged had not yet signed the RBD Since the initial signing and public declaration in 2014 of the RBD signaled a global call for funding this division allows us to most conservatively assess the direct and indirect effects of this call on the international community’s interest in offering financial support To enable comparison, we converted all funding amounts to US Dollars (USD). When the original source listed only non-USD currency amounts, we converted the given values to USD using an historical currency conversion database (OANDA, 2020), using the average exchange rate over the year in which the finance was pledged or contracted since we could not always confirm the exact date (Supplementary Table S4) Jurisdictions’ progress toward achieving the RBD deforestation reduction target as a percent of full compliance A value of 100% or greater indicates that the RBD target has been reached or exceeded A negative value indicates that the jurisdiction is increasing deforestation with respect to the baseline We estimated that only four jurisdictions are projected to achieve the 80% reduction in deforestation by 2020: Mato Grosso, Maranhão, Tocantins, and Papua (Figure 3) Mato Grosso is also likely to meet the target for its Cerrado forest area Another six jurisdictions could meet the goal by 2030: Pará Maranhão and Tocantins could achieve the target for their Cerrado forest areas The remaining five jurisdictions with demonstrated progress to date are projected to achieve the target only after 2035 assuming that the current deforestation trajectories hold Year in which each jurisdiction is projected to achieve the RBD deforestation reduction target based on current deforestation trajectories since one target (PPCD) was established in 2010 and the other (Zero Illegal Deforestation Agreement) in 2015 Inventory of deforestation targets (“legal targets”) of the seven GCF TF member jurisdictions located in Indonesia Inventory of deforestation targets (“legal targets”) of the seven GCF TF member jurisdictions located in Mexico Inventory of deforestation targets (“legal targets”) of the seven GCF TF member jurisdictions located in Peru Even the legal targets set by nine jurisdictions which signed the RBD in 2017 or 2018 (after the first opportunity under Funding Window A of Norway’s pledge to GCF TF jurisdictions administered by the United Nations Development Program [UNDP] and the attending eligibility criteria were announced; see section “International Financial Support”) were not adjusted to meet the RBD nor were any of them comparable with or at least as ambitious as the RBD This is roughly equivalent to the reductions potentially achieved by full compliance with the legal targets Percent of respective national NDC emissions reduction goal contributed by each jurisdiction under three alternative scenarios: (i) full compliance with legal deforestation reduction target (ii) full compliance with RBD deforestation reduction target and (iii) continuation of current deforestation trajectory the legal targets of Indonesian provinces in our study could collectively contribute less than 20% to the overall Indonesian NDC goal with Central Kalimantan and East Kalimantan together accounting for the majority of these contributions Indonesian signatories to the RBD could potentially contribute 23% to the Indonesian NDC target by achieving the RBD – approximately 5% more than the contribution of their legal targets the potential collective contribution of jurisdictions’ legal targets is 6.2% The potential contribution associated with achieving the RBD goal is 8.5% of the overall NDC target Full compliance with the RBD target in Peru could potentially contribute 73% to the overall NDC goal; San Martín Region alone contributes just over a quarter of the Peruvian NDC target As noted in the section “Data and Methods,” we were not able to make a projection for legal targets in Peru However, most jurisdictions are not on a path to achieving the RBD by 2020, and half are increasing their deforestation with respect to their baselines (Figures 2, 3) we estimate that Brazilian jurisdictions would contribute 54% to Brazil’s NDC emissions reduction target – nearly 20% less than if they fully met the RBD target or fully complied with established legal targets The potential contributions of Mato Grosso and Pará under this more realistic scenario account for 40% of the NDC target Indonesian jurisdictions are on a current deforestation trajectory that would contribute merely 1.7% of the country’s NDC target This represents a 21.3% decrease from their potential contributions if they fully achieved their RBD target Mexican jurisdictions will likely make a near-negligible contribution to the country’s NDC target at 0.1% Peruvian jurisdictions are increasing their deforestation rates relative to their baselines and are on a trajectory to increase emissions from deforestation adding 3.68 MtCO2e y–1 which will need to be compensated by other sectors in order for Peru to achieve its NDC goal Total forest finance pledged to 30 RBD signatory jurisdictions from 2010 to 2019 segregated by the amounts pledged in the periods prior and subsequent to the RBD each study jurisdiction became eligible to receive up to USD 400,000 as a direct result of signing the RBD Amazon Fund finance represents over half of all funding to Brazilian states and 40% of all funding pledged to all focal jurisdictions between 2010 and 2019 To date, only Acre and Mato Grosso have been pledged direct RBF. Both states have received funding from the German and United Kingdom governments through the REDD+ Early Movers (REM) program, since 2012 and 2017, respectively. REM finance is the only source of RBF to both states, and makes up 35 and 53%, respectively, of Acre and Mato Grosso’s total pledged finance (Table 8 and Supplementary Table S4) Total forest finance pledged to study jurisdictions from 2010 to 2019 segregated by the amounts pledged in direct response to RBD and as direct results-based finance We were unable to distinguish between funding destined to deforestation reduction in the Amazon versus Cerrado biomes for Maranhão, Mato Grosso, and Tocantins in all instances and therefore report on progress and funding related to both biomes. The 15 jurisdictions demonstrating progress toward the RBD target received total funding pledges of USD 293.77 million in the five-year period before the RBD was launched (Table 9) In the five years following the RBD announcement funding pledges to these jurisdictions declined by 43% (USD 127.62 million) the median funding per jurisdiction increased from USD 0.61 million to USD 2.90 million Acre alone received USD 154.77 million in pledges in the pre-RBD period whereas less than half (six) of the jurisdictions making progress received no pledges prior to 2015 Pledges received pre-RBD by the remaining eight jurisdictions ranged from USD 2.36 million to USD 41.44 million all 15 jurisdictions received at least one pledge Five jurisdictions only received the UNDP-Norway funding post-RBD; for two of these (Tocantins and San Martín) this meant a significant reduction in pledges from the pre- to post-RBD period (98% and 99% declines Mato Grosso had the highest amount of funding pledges post-RBD (USD 73.23 million) nearly twice as great as the funding pledges received by Acre (USD 37.35 million) jurisdictions making progress toward the RBD received USD 459.91 million in pledges between 2010 and 2019 ranked according to jurisdictions’ progress toward the RBD deforestation reduction target the 15 jurisdictions not progressing toward the RBD goal received only USD 143.11 million in funding pledges between 2010 and 2019 or approximately 31% of what was pledged to jurisdictions demonstrating progress in the same time period Ninety-seven percent of these funds were pledged to East Kalimantan and Amazonas (Brazil) combined Only Amazonas received funding pre-RBD (USD 21.28 million); all of these funds came from the Amazon Fund the other 13 jurisdictions were recipients of the UNDP-Norway funding receiving an average amount of USD 0.34 million East Kalimantan and Amazonas received additional pledges for a total of USD 91.03 million and USD 26.37 million Jurisdictions not demonstrating progress were pledged only 7% of what those making progress were pledged in the pre-RBD period this ratio improved as the jurisdictions with increasing deforestation received pledges equaling nearly three-quarters of the total funds pledged to jurisdictions with declining deforestation Overall, our analysis suggests that more of the jurisdictions that have reduced deforestation below their baseline saw an earlier input of funds, while nearly all of those that have increased deforestation relative to the baseline only began receiving pledges later, largely in the form of the UNDP-Norway pledges (Supplementary Table S4) we could not detect a direct relationship between amount of funding pledged and extent of progress toward the RBD among the jurisdictions “We call upon donor governments and the private sector to work with us to mobilize additional capacity-building and pay-for-performance funds… and civil society groups to work with us to develop simple and robust performance metrics that will allow our jurisdictions to access results-based financing today We call upon the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) and other private sector initiatives … to partner with us as we build robust jurisdictional programs for REDD+ and low emissions development and to develop programs for preferential sourcing of agricultural commodities from GCF jurisdictions that demonstrate performance We are committed to making significant emissions reductions provided that adequate and long-term performance-based funding is available whether through market or non-market sources we commit to reducing deforestation by 80% by 2020.” This statement summarizes the types of assistance that RBD signatories believe are needed to effectively slow deforestation. It may also express frustration with delays in the implementation of California’s tropical forest carbon market. The GCF TF was created in early 2009 to prepare tropical forest states and provinces to participate in the international offset market of California’s climate policy (Neto, 2015) An assessment of the RBD must address both dimensions of this pledge: (i) Were the conditions met (ii) Did deforestation decline as promised our findings indicate that the RBD may be judged a partial success half of the 30 jurisdictions in our study have demonstrated progress toward reducing deforestation by 80% It is surprising that half of the jurisdictions made progress toward the deforestation reduction target especially given the international community’s modest response to the RBD’s call for support since each jurisdiction represents a complex system simple declarations are not likely to be sufficient to make a voluntary pledge come to fruition we discuss possible explanations underlying individual jurisdictions’ progress The RBD target was modeled on the Brazilian national and subnational targets already in existence or under development at the time that the RBD was developed Some Brazilian states were already close to achieving the target at the time of drafting by deliberately linking existing state laws and policies that address relevant issues but were disconnected deforestation may be easier to control than in other states Pará and Rondônia will reach the RBD target within a few years (2020 respectively) is significant given their large forest areas and historically high deforestation rates These general circumstances likely help to explain why we could not observe a clear correspondence between the existence of legal targets and progress toward the RBD goal among Indonesian provinces we were unable to determine what portion of the initial USD 100 million payment was received by Central Kalimantan possibly impeding progress toward the RBD target many remaining forests are highly accessible and vulnerable The IRE functions by developing Investment Programs within Mexico’s “Early Action REDD+” states (Campeche which establish specific activities to address local deforestation drivers All legal targets for Mexican states come from their respective State REDD+ Strategies (EEREDD+) which are guided by and aligned with the ENAREDD+ approach Tabasco is the only Mexican state with no published EEREDD+ and it has also increased its deforestation the most out of all Mexican states with respect to its baseline These competing interests to conservation in both Jalisco and Chiapas may also contribute to the low interest of international donors and investors in the jurisdictions National policies to address deforestation were developed in response to increasing international interest in REDD+. The national Ministry of the Environment (MINAM) was created shortly before Peru announced its official involvement in REDD+ in 2008, and remains responsible for monitoring and evaluating REDD+. In 2011, the national government announced its ambition to eliminate clearing of primary forests by 2021 (Ministry of the Environment (MINAM), 2011) further cementing its commitment to reducing deforestation This high pre-RBD funding reflects our observation that jurisdictions that have made greater progress in reducing deforestation tend to have seen an earlier input of funds the governors who signed the RBD were no longer in office when this funding arrived new administrations’ priorities did not align with the deforestation reduction agenda or they lacked capacity to implement such an agenda Although the motive for political leaders to sign the RBD was likely the prospect of finance or corporate partnerships for their jurisdictions none of these benefits were delivered in a time period or at a scale that represented a significant positive response to the signatory Information on the timing and destination of climate finance disbursements to RBD signatories was difficult to find (Supplementary Text S4) We did not inventory the volume of domestic resources (national or subnational budgets) that were allocated for actions to reduce deforestation We also did not attempt to account for how recipient jurisdictions spent funds that they may have received These represent important areas of future research to help understand more clearly why some jurisdictions may not be able to fulfill commitments such as the RBD With the rapid growth of company commitments to climate neutrality and buying offsets to achieve those commitments (Nepstad, 2019) the speed and simplicity of financial flows to jurisdictions that are lowering emissions from deforestation could increase significantly the impact of this trend on tropical forest jurisdictions will vary greatly between countries given differences in autonomy of subnational governments to engage in carbon transactions with the private sector our research indicates that for many subnational jurisdictions jurisdiction-level regulations and policies are fundamental for unlocking budget and other support at both subnational and national levels policy interventions associated with deforestation reduction and sustainable land-use tended to be isolated and/or narrow in scope the state is one of the RBD’s principal success stories appears as an RBD “failure” due to a 724% increase in deforestation relative to its baseline despite clearing in the range of 18 to 313 km2 y–1 in the five years since the end of the baseline period Mato Grosso’s achievement is extremely important as it has historically been one of the tropics’ major deforesters we argue that it would be important to tailor targets and the baselines they use to recognize jurisdictions’ different histories such that they are ambitious but realistic This is akin to the approach taken both with the NDCs under the Paris Agreement and the U2MOU and would allow donors and investors to better support jurisdictions in different stages and circumstances Twenty-three of the study jurisdictions also signed the U2MOU which commits signatories to reducing overall emissions by 80-95% below 1990 levels by 2050; individual commitments related specifically to reducing forest loss vary based on signatories’ existing legal targets we found that 10 are making progress in reducing deforestation below the FREL These include Brazil’s major deforesters as jurisdictions’ strategies for meeting the U2MOU commitment vary and are often inconsistent with both the RBD and U2MOU targets we cannot say what our results imply for potential achievement of the U2MOU Progress in slowing tropical deforestation generally has been slow despite the increase in finance and corporate engagement around this issue over the last decade Building the political will and institutional capacity to lower deforestation rates requires major effort over a sustained period of time Perhaps the principal reason that the story of the RBD is largely one of Brazilian states is that the Brazilian Amazon has for decades been the focus of intense domestic and international pressure that has sometimes compelled the national government and individual jurisdictions to find effective ways to lower deforestation rates Only Indonesia comes close to receiving similar attention internationally Voluntary non-binding commitments are growing in prevalence among the set of instruments used to reduce deforestation They can help start a dialogue with a broader community of interested parties Signatories established clearly in the RBD itself the types of support they require in order to achieve a goal of great interest to a range of local and international stakeholders The response to this call for help was limited: only one bilateral donor responded with a financial pledge very few companies responded with partnerships and the broader community has not provided simple and robust metrics half of signatories we investigated are reducing deforestation below their baselines Faster and larger responses on behalf of the international community to calls for help from the governments of tropical forest jurisdictions could potentially contribute significantly to greater success in slowing deforestation in the coming years this will likely require financing and other support beyond that which bilateral and other donors are able to deliver as a result of their current priorities and restrictions private sector actors – including those with zero-deforestation commitments and those with more general emissions-reduction goals – will also need to collaborate with governments and other stakeholders to help provide the necessary support in order to achieve collective climate goals All datasets generated for this study are included in the article/Supplementary Material CS led design and implementation of the study and CC led data collection and analysis with respect to deforestation targets JA led data collection and analysis of subnational reference levels and deforestation and emissions scenarios OD and TB compiled data on international finance All authors contributed to the article and approved the submitted version This research was supported by grants to Earth Innovation Institute from the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of the Federal Ministry for the Environment Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) of Germany (Grant 16_III_071_Global_A_Low-Emissions Rural Development) the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad) (Grant: QZA-0701 QZA–16/0162-Forests and the David and Lucile Packard Foundation The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest The authors are grateful to Daniel Nepstad and David McGrath for providing suggestions on the manuscript and Swetha Peteru provided clarifying details regarding jurisdictions’ legal targets and national contexts Rafael Vargas helped with formatting and design of figures 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Prize Finalists We're heading to South America for the first time If you are interested in exploring a partnership with The Earthshot Prize blogs and insights from The Earthshot Prize and our wider community Enjoy behind the scenes stories and deep dives into key topics The Earthshot Prize is traveling to Brazil where our multi-day celebration and Awards ceremony will take place in Rio de Janeiro and environmental leaders for the first time on the continent of South America we will host a series of events to elevate the world’s most promising environmental solutions catalysing support and investment to scale their impact The events will culminate in The Prize’s annual awards ceremony during which five global solutions will each win a £1 million award to support their continued growth 2025 marks the midway point of the Earthshot decade and each year we’ve witnessed the remarkable power of human ingenuity in addressing our planet’s most pressing challenges a nation rich in biodiversity 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promote a regenerative bioeconomy We’re thrilled to be coming to Brazil with The Earthshot Prize The world has so much to learn from the people and communities across Brazil developing game-changing solutions that drive innovation and creativity we are excited to shine a light on so many young people who are actively pushing through boundaries The Earthshot Prize will be engaging with partners and youth across Brazil during the year to identify ways it can further support innovative Brazilian projects to scale The Earthshot Prize will visit all five regions of the country over the next several months and strengthening partnerships with investors and organisations that can support the scaling of Brazilian solutions To strengthen its presence in Brazil and to amplify the stories of inspiring Brazilian solutions, The Earthshot Prize will partner with GLOBO throughout the year to emphasise the urgent need to accelerate innovative solutions “Earthshot recognises the work of social entrepreneurs who go to bed and wake up everyday thinking about how to save the planet can expand the reach of these projects and of the agenda it is very important to be part of an international alliance that follows the issue globally.” More details about the Earthshot Prize in Brazil and the awards ceremony in Rio de Janeiro will be released soon Be the first to get the latest updates from The Earthshot Prize By subscribing to our newsletter you agree to The Earthshot Prize Privacy Policy Fighting fires and rescuing people at the same time: this is the mission of Rio de Janeiro’s fire department Combining highly skilled aviation professionals with a specialised medical team the all-women crew intervenes to save lives across the State of Rio with their H125s helicopter pilot with the state’s fire department and first female commander of its Air Operations Group aero-medical rescue specialist in the fire department tell us more about their essential operations and how the squad came together Raquel Lopes: In the fire department’s aviation unit inter-hospital transportation or vital organ transport Juliana Rangel: We form a crew consisting of a doctor This allows us to perform rescues for medical evacuation and inter-hospital transport so there is a high demand for interhospital transport to provide adequate healthcare for both clinical and trauma patients My role in the crew is to act as a doctor in the air. J.R.: We underwent operational crew training since being trained as a doctor for firefighting missions is not enough We needed to go through specialisation and operational training to be qualified to perform the operational crew functions we have to perform both the doctor’s and the crew’s functions so we’re trained to assist the pilot in landing in non-certified locations and in hard-to-reach places Each member of the crew brings something special We always have to work with a lot of technical attention and coordination It’s a constant job to pay attention to everything happening around you The main mission is for us to save lives and return home intact. The Ecureuil helicopter is a very versatile allowing us to land in restricted and narrow places It allows for an electric winch and the transport of heavier loads the H125 enables us to reach difficult-to-access docks The H125 provides us with an opportunity to operate in a variety of scenarios It also meets our operational requirements for patient handling and aeronautical evacuations because we need to land in locations that larger aircraft wouldn’t be able to reach Rio de Janeiro has taken a major step toward sustainable mobility with the inauguration of its first public fast-charging station for electric and hybrid vehicles The initiative strengthens Rio’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and expanding electromobility infrastructure regional director for Latin America at C40 Cities said: “We are happy to support this historic moment for Rio de Janeiro reinforcing our commitment to developing sustainable infrastructure and ensuring that electromobility advances efficiently and in alignment with urban needs This partnership strengthens the transition to a cleaner and more innovative transportation model aligned with the city’s climate goals and global best practices” Mayor Eduardo Paes highlighted the importance of fostering innovation in the city “What the city government does is call on innovators: come here because we want to work with you Rio has many research and development centres and people creating groundbreaking solutions We always want to be open to those who innovate and create,” he said during the inauguration ceremony Rio’s Secretary of Economic Development emphasised the importance of the Sandbox.Rio program in driving technological innovation in the city Osmar Lima said: “Electrifying our fleet is a key step in Rio’s sustainable development and having a network of charging stations is essential We are launching the city’s first public fast-charging station as part of Sandbox.Rio which is designed to test new technologies and gather data The support of initiatives like Laneshift is crucial in strengthening this platform and enabling projects like this to move forward.” equipped with chargers with a total capacity of 500 kW and 6 parking spaces for simultaneous recharging representing a milestone in Rio’s sustainable urban logistics strategy By integrating innovative solutions and strengthening public-private partnerships the city is positioning itself as a leader in electromobility in Latin America laying the foundation for a cleaner and more efficient transport network We use cookies. 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BrazilChevron Rio de JaneiroChevron Jag Images/GettySave this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links There's a reason they call Rio de Janeiro the Marvelous City the dramatic dips and peaks of the mountainous landscape covered in rainforest foliage It's the people though—surfing at sunset cheering in raucous glory as their soccer team scores—that make it feel truly marvelous Astuto—a longtime columnist with Vogue Brasil—finds a city that continues to build on its rich heritage to colonial history and diasporic influences What stands out most in 2025 is the power of travel to the city “We are proud to show the best that we have to tourists,” says Astuto “and travel has become a form of education”—for both visitor I hopped on the phone with Astuto for a vibrant conversation about Rio de Janeiro Rio is such a fascinating and complex city What do you want readers to understand about it through this book which is precisely what makes the whole world fall in love with us but we've learned to find beauty in simple things like the sunset That doesn't mean we are simple people though I just finished covering Paris Fashion Week and Rio's carnival is in no way inferior—it's the people's haute couture Coconuts and fresh-made caipirinhas for sale You show a lot of carnival-related glamour But there's more to Rio than meets most traveler's eyes I was born in the “unknown” part of Rio—at least for tourists—the North Zone of Rio, and I grew up in the middle of the forest of Tijuca which is the biggest urban forest in the world I also love the artists from Rio. We have this generation from the ’80s who studied in Parque Lage The city is home to some of Brazil's most important artists with visual artists such as Beatriz Milhazes but he is like a carioca; he lives in Rio); and we have a new avant garde of artists that came from the favelas Rio is the hometown of the most important Brazilian architect and Rio is one of the most important cities in the world in terms of Art Deco buildings Christ the Redeemer is the biggest monument in the world of Art Deco We also just reopened a cinema called Roxy which is the most incredible Art Deco movie theater but as a space for shows by professional samba dancers.) So we have art A photo of Rio de Janeiro from the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue looking over Botafogo Bay and Sugarloaf Mountain Rio is the only city outside of Europe that was once the capital of European empire: It was the capital of the Portuguese empire from 1808 to 1821 and the King of Portugal built the Botanical Garden and banks to European standards Rio was a capital of the country that received the largest number of enslaved Africans in the world and the contribution of Black heritage and diaspora is one of our greatest attributes in the city I wanted to show also this richness and this glamour There's so much to see that is beyond carnival but I am very proud that carnival is our postcard because it's an opera without rehearsal—with 5000 participants that came from poverty that every year make something beautiful with creativity A float is prepared for the carnival parade the beach is another quintessential postcard of Rio the culture of a Rio beach is unlike any other: People clap for sunset When we go to the beach you see everybody in tiny bikinis The Brazilian stereotype of bodies is a curved one There's also no cost to access the beach Cariocas learn to live with our differences and celebrate the differences You mention this book is quite different from one you made on Rio 10 years ago What do you expect might be different about the city if you were to make another one 10 years in the future And I think that tourism is a good tool for that We are proud to show the best that we have to tourists learn to better know our own cities through visitors We learn to value the craftsmanship of local artists what people wrote about Rio tourism was all about swimming pools and five-star hotels and the locals] and that type of tourism can change lives A yellow taxi drives through the streets of Rio For a lot of people who don't live there or haven't been there And this carnival will be different from all the others because it will be three days instead of two If someone is lucky enough to be planning a trip to Rio what is the first thing they should do on arrival We always do the sign of the cross when we enter Want to be the first to know? 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(AP Photo/Bruna Prado) A woman cools herself off with a bucket of water at the Piscinao de Ramos artificial beach during summer in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado) People relax at the Piscinao de Ramos artificial beach during summer in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado) A women sunbathes at the Piscinao de Ramos artificial beach during summer in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado) Beachgoers flock to Ipanema beach during summer in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado) People lie on an inflatable mattress at the Piscinao de Ramos artificial beach during summer in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado) RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Rio de Janeiro recorded its hottest day in at least a decade when temperatures reached 44 degrees Celsius (111 F) on Monday as residents flocked to the ocean to try to cool off. It was the highest temperature since the southeastern Brazilian city started a climate alert system just over 10 years ago. The second-highest was 43.8°C in November 2023. City officials issued an alert for extreme heat for the coming days, set up hydration stations and prepared the public health system to handle an increase in heat-related cases. Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes on Sunday ruled out canceling Carnival festivities that ramp up over the coming weeks, but he recommended that revelers take precautions. which was interrupted after some people felt sick from the heat "What democracy is that which arrests the innocent Without freedom of expression there is no democracy."Paulo Kramer a political scientist who worked on Bolsonaro's 2018 presidential campaign said the former leader's strategy now relies more than ever on seeking support directly from voters."We believe the battle in the Supreme Court is essentially lost given the majority justices are opposed to Bolsonaro," Kramer told Reuters adding: "Taking the streets is a way to reassert his leadership."The Supreme Court did not respond to a request for comment.Bolsonaro is also fighting a ruling by Brazil's Superior Electoral Court (TSE) which has barred him from running for public office until 2030 he has repeatedly expressed his desire to seek the presidency again in 2026."Whenever a politician faces a legal issue he orchestrates a public demonstration," said Thiago de Aragão CEO of Washington-based consultancy Arko International who said he doubted the tactic would sway the court's decisions "No one underestimates Bolsonaro's strength The march will not come as a surprise to the justices or anyone else."Reporting by Luciana Magalhaes and Rodrigo Viga Gaier; Additional reporting by Ana Mano and Fabricio de Castro Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab , opens new tab Browse an unrivalled portfolio of real-time and historical market data and insights from worldwide sources and experts. , opens new tabScreen for heightened risk individual and entities globally to help uncover hidden risks in business relationships and human networks. © 2025 Reuters. All rights reserved Español Português info@caf.com Tlf. +58 (212) 209-2111 Everything is being readied for the new conservative-led government to take office in Berlin with final coalition approvals from the centre-right CDU and centre-left SPD expected this week — paving the way for Friedrich Merz to become German chancellor on 6 May amid a big fiscal bang and trade tensions with the US and China At the same time, fellow German Manfred Weber is expected to be re-elected as president of the European People’s Party (EPP) during the party's congress held in Valencia, Spain, on Tuesday (29 April) and Wednesday (30 April), co-hosted by Spain’s centre-right Partido Popular (PP) EU commission president Ursula von der Leyen will attend and deliver a speech on Tuesday a German MEP who tried (and failed) to become president of the EU Commission and the EU Parliament managed to grab power and climb the political ladder within the EPP — the biggest party in the European Parliament. However, the choice of Valencia as the venue for the congress has raised eyebrows due to the city's recent history. In October last year, Valencia experienced devastating flash floods that resulted in over 220 deaths and left nearly 80 people missing led by Carlos Mazón of the conservative PP faced severe criticism for delayed emergency alerts and inadequate preparedness Thousands in mass protests have demanded Mazón's resignation — while the finger-pointing continues between the regional government and the capital initially there were considerations to relocate the congress to avoid potential political fallout but logistical constraints made a last-minute change not possible EU environment ministers will hold informal talks to discuss how to tackle climate-related disinformation and climate adaptation on Monday (28 April) and Tuesday Also on Monday and Tuesday, the foreign affairs ministers of BRICS countries are expected to meet in Rio de Janeiro with Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov expected to attend Discussions will focus on exploring alternative payment systems to enhance intra-BRICS trade, reducing reliance on the US dollar and reforming multilateral institutions like the UN and World Trade Organization to better represent the Global South. Ukraine is expected to be the 'elephant in the room' at the BRICS meeting in Rio following a week of intense US-Russia negotiations over a proposed peace plan that has drawn widespread criticism for undermining Ukraine’s sovereignty The US plan reportedly allows Russia to retain control over Crimea and parts of eastern Ukraine and requires Ukraine to abandon Nato membership aspirations Ukraine would receive vague security guarantees and limited support the UN Security Council will also discuss the Middle East and Ukraine on Tuesday Also this week marks the deadline for countries to express interest in joining the so-called “Kallas’ plan” Named after the proposal of EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas to create a new voluntary scheme of military aid for Ukraine it aims to spend €5bn on two million rounds of large-calibre artillery ammunition this year based on voluntary contributions of member states will address MEPs in the economic committee to discuss the 2024 bank’s annual report on Monday EU commissioner for competition and the green deal will appear in the parliament’s internal market committee Lawmakers will also discuss the so-called green claims directive and the enforcement of new legislation governing AI systems She is from Spain and has studied journalism and new media in Spanish and Belgian universities Previously she worked on European affairs at VoteWatch Europe and the Spanish news agency EFE At the same time, fellow German Manfred Weber is expected to be re-elected as president of the European People’s Party (EPP) during the party's congress held in Valencia, Spain, on Tuesday (29 April) and Wednesday (30 April), co-hosted by Spain’s centre-right Partido Popular (PP) However, the choice of Valencia as the venue for the congress has raised eyebrows due to the city's recent history. In October last year, Valencia experienced devastating flash floods that resulted in over 220 deaths and left nearly 80 people missing Also on Monday and Tuesday, the foreign affairs ministers of BRICS countries are expected to meet in Rio de Janeiro Discussions will focus on exploring alternative payment systems to enhance intra-BRICS trade, reducing reliance on the US dollar and reforming multilateral institutions like the UN and World Trade Organization to better represent the Global South. The US plan reportedly allows Russia to retain control over Crimea and parts of eastern Ukraine AgendaAuthor BioElena is EUobserver's editor-in-chief The GIG-JFK route will be offered until March 28 2025; clients will also be able to enjoy daily flights between the “Marvelous City” and Atlanta which are currently offered three times a week Delta will once again connect two of the most vibrant cities desired by travelers around the world: Rio de Janeiro – famous for its beaches its urban setting surrounded by lush nature its rhythm of samba and bohemian vibe – and New York City one of the most dynamic metropolises on the globe offers a multitude of extraordinary experiences which not only fosters cultural exchange and meetings with family and friends but also strengthens economic ties between Brazil and the United States The route will operate on the Boeing 767-300ER When returning from New York City to Brazil, Delta One customers can enjoy the sophisticated Delta One Lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) The sweeping 39,000-plus-square-foot lounge offers a variety of experiences and amenities for premium travelers from gourmet dining to spa-like wellness treatments With attentive service and a variety of amenities designed for the premium traveler the Delta One Lounge is the perfect place for customers to relax and recharge in style before boarding Kennedy International Airport – the first of its kind and larger than any Delta Sky Club – offers a variety of experiences and amenities for the premium traveler The return of the Rio de Janeiro (GIG)–New York (JFK) route is crucial for Delta and our customers in both countries We launched the flight during the Southern Hemisphere’s summer because many Brazilians travel to the U.S while Americans seek warmth in Rio during their winter,” said Delta's Regional Sales Manager in Brazil “With the resumption of the JFK-GIG flight Delta and LATAM further consolidate their Joint Venture as the #1 partnership of its kind for flights between Brazil and New York offering three daily frequencies to the Big Apple including our flights departing from São Paulo which demonstrates the power of our alliance we have already operated more than 11,000 flights together with more than 2 million passengers carried not to mention the countless reciprocal benefits for frequent flyers and the special advantages we offer corporate clients,” Oliveira said the partners also jointly operate direct flights to the U.S In addition to the return of the seasonal GIG-JFK route the Rio de Janeiro market is gaining more good news: the flight between Rio de Janeiro and Atlanta will become daily from December 19 this year until March 28 Delta will deploy a larger aircraft to fly the route *The seasonal route will operate from December 20 Please note that the flight departs from JFK on December 20th and the return flight GIG-JFK is scheduled for the following day *The daily route will operate from December 19 Please note that the flight departs from ATL on December19th and the return flight GIG-ATL is scheduled for the following day. As of March 30 2025 the flight will be offered four times a week **Flight schedules are subject to change. Customers flying with Delta from São Paulo to Atlanta also have a great reason to celebrate: since November the daytime flight between the two cities (in addition to the night route the airline also offers to Atlanta) has been operated with the Airbus 330-900neo aircraft in line with the Delta’s commitment to updating its fleet the A330-900neo includes the exclusive Delta One Suites as well as Delta One’s well-known 1-2-1 configuration guaranteeing access to the aisle regardless of which seat you are sitting in Customers also have reclining seats that turn into beds seasonally renewed menus prepared by a chef and an exclusive selection of complimentary beers as well as Missoni amenity kits and the Delta One Bedding collection featuring a cozy duvet (made from recycled plastic bottles) To book Delta flights between Brazil and the United States, visit delta.com Delta connects São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro to Atlanta offering access to 149 domestic and 66 international destinations — a total of 215 destinations worldwide. Traveling from Brazil to Atlanta is simple and convenient for passengers Upon arrival at the world’s busiest airport travelers are welcomed by friendly staff ready to assist Information kiosks and clear signage throughout the terminal make navigation straightforward and Portuguese-speaking support is available to provide additional help every step is designed to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience. Watch the video about the convenience of connecting in Atlanta here Reinforcing its role as Delta’s largest hub by the summer of 2025 Atlanta will have nearly 1,000 Delta flights to 215 destinations in the United States and around the world offering an impressive 1.1 million weekly seats These figures mark the largest schedule ever offered by the company in Atlanta with more than daily departures compared to the same period in 2024 Routes is part of the Informa Markets Division of Informa PLC will host the 19th edition of Routes Americas Rio de Janeiro enchants with its exuberant natural beauty including world-famous beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema and iconic mountains such as Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. A UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site encompassing the largest urban forest in the world This combination of stunning scenery and international recognition attracts millions of tourists annually boosting the tourism sector and creating investment opportunities in hotels and connectivity of one of Latin America’s largest metropolises Delegates can visit iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer or Sugarloaf Mountain offering breathtaking views of one of the world's most dramatic cityscapes They can explore the historic district of Santa Teresa stroll through the city’s lush Botanical Garden located on the Olympic Boulevard at the city’s harbour front. Alternatively they can join locals on one of Rio de Janeiro’s numerous beaches—Copacabana or Leblon—experiencing the Carioca way of life firsthand The day can conclude at one of Rio de Janeiro’s countless restaurants a seafood moqueca at a neighbourhood eatery or a meal at one of the city’s Michelin-starred restaurants and chorinho offers rich cultural experiences in the Lapa district and beyond Rio de Janeiro offers a rich variety of leisure as well as cultural events like the famous street carnival blocos. Rio's cuisine is a highlight combined with the welcoming hospitality of the Cariocas provides an enriching experience for residents and visitors alike Rio de Janeiro stands out for its vibrant and diversified economy offering a promising business environment for investors The city attracts investment in various sectors driving local economic development. Its strategic location and skilled workforce make Rio de Janeiro an attractive destination for companies seeking to expand their operations Download the event brochure The museum features a space that recreates the house of a rubber tapper Contrary to conspiracy theories and Brazilian internet memes the remote state of Acre not only exists but also boasts a rich history and culture this legacy has been properly documented in a space accessible to the general public: the Museum of the Acrean Peoples the museum houses a well-preserved fossil of a Purussaurus (pictured below) offering visitors a unique window into Acre's prehistoric past The museum became a reality through the Acre Social and Economic Inclusion and Sustainable Development Project (ProAcre) Around R$ 16 million (approximately USD 2.8 million) was invested to transform an old school into a tourist attraction The space features seven exhibition areas—all air-conditioned and with special lighting—along with an internal atrium significant archaeological and paleontological finds All these resources play a crucial role in expanding knowledge as well as a space that recreates the house of a rubber tapper The latter presents photos and brief biographies of Acreans who gained national prominence Another attraction is the interactive room where visitors can solve a crossword puzzle and discover slang and phrases commonly used in Acre The building's history began in 1952 when Italian friar André Morini Ficarelli was tasked with building a boys' boarding school to accommodate young people coming to Rio Branco to study at the Acrean School The construction took seven years due to delays in the arrival of building materials later transforming into a secular school: Meta Meta became known not only for promoting cultural and sports activities among students but also for hosting student movements and union meetings Another interesting fact is that the current Minister of Environment and Climate Change leaving the original building abandoned for years the Acre government expropriated the building renovation and transformation into a museum began the Museum of the Acrean Peoples received over 32,000 visitors By highlighting the historical and cultural aspects of both the indigenous peoples and those who came seeking work and development opportunities the museum further enhances a historic and tourist area of the city: the center which also gives the state capital its name visitors can enjoy a beautiful view of this area "ProAcre made this and other investments in properties representing the state's cultural and historical heritage strengthening the pride that Acreans have in their own origin and culture," emphasizes Fatima Amazonas who was the project manager on behalf of the World Bank One particularly proud visitor was Aline Albuquerque (pictured above) currently a technical advisor to the State Civil House Secretariat she accompanied the World Bank team on a visit to the museum and shared childhood memories as she passed through the rooms "After the school moved to another location I am very happy that this space is being well utilized," she said To visit the museum's attractions, it is necessary to schedule online: https://linktr.ee/MuseuDosPovosAcreanos STAY CURRENT WITH OUR LATEST DATA & INSIGHTS This site uses cookies to optimize functionality and give you the best possible experience. 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To learn more about cookies, click here Rio de Janeiro has been named the 2025 World Book Capital an honor granted annually by UNESCO to a city that promotes books and reading This prestigious recognition will bring thousands of visitors to the city which will host a year-long program of events dedicated to celebrating literature and encouraging reading The title highlights Rio de Janeiro’s rich literary and cultural heritage The city hosts one of Latin America's largest literary events the Rio Book Biennial (Bienal do Livro do Rio) which drew over 600,000 visitors in its 2023 edition This event also underscores the growing influence of cultural tourism in Brazil solidifying its position as the fourth largest event in Rio This is the first time a Portuguese-speaking city has been named World Book Capital the city joins a prestigious international network of cities previously designated as World Book Capitals fostering collaboration and cultural exchange BOOK CAPITAL OF THE WORLD — In addition to hosting one of Brazil’s largest literary events Rio de Janeiro boasts numerous cultural and tourist attractions that further solidify its status as a literary capital Here are some must-visit spots in the city: Portuguese Royal Reading Room (Real Gabinete Português de Leitura) the Real Gabinete Português de Leitura is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world the library houses the largest collection of works by Portuguese authors outside of Portugal along with a remarkable array of rare and historic books National Library Foundation (Fundação Biblioteca Nacional) the National Library is the largest in Latin America and is recognized by UNESCO as one of the ten largest libraries in the world with a collection of around 9 million items Located in Rio de Janeiro’s historic center the library offers exhibitions and public access to its extensive collection Brazilian Academy of Letters (Academia Brasileira de Letras) Founded in 1897 by notable figures such as Graça Aranha the Brazilian Academy of Letters (Academia Brasileira de Letras or ABL) is home to the "immortals" of Brazilian literature and arts The museum features a rich collection of artwork and personal items from its esteemed members Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Rio’s latest Two-MICHELIN-Starred restaurant shares his top picks for unforgettable dining in the 'Marvellous City.' In the latest edition of The MICHELIN Guide, the restaurant was awarded Two MICHELIN Stars, becoming the third eatery in Rio to be awarded this distinction—alongside Felipe Bronze’s Oro and Alberto Landgraf's Oteque Costa e Silva calls it "the culmination of work that we have developed with both patience and dedication over a number of years." Lasai has become a gastronomic reference point in the “Marvellous City,” showcasing local ingredients rather than more globally esteemed products like truffles and caviar Costa e Silva took his innovative vision even further relocating the restaurant just a few meters from its original Botafogo address—but this time to a more intimate space He reduced the number of covers from 45 to just ten per service cultivating an experience that feels both exclusive and deeply personal A modern dining room with an L-shaped marble counter and dramatic lighting replaced the airy Costa e Silva’s dishes—centered around vegetables from his own farms—embody a minimalist philosophy each plate featuring only a few pristine-quality ingredients Many are meant to be eaten with your hands fine dining stripped of excessive formality infused with Costa e Silva’s signature carioca spirit—laid-back yet refined He also believes Rio’s culinary scene is thriving driven by standout hotel-based restaurants and a new generation of chefs who are pushing boundaries without compromising on quality These young chefs are building on the solid foundation established by Brazilian pioneers such as Roland Villard and Roberta Sudbrack especially with efforts undertaken by the city’s authorities who have promoted major food- and tourism-focused initiatives such as last year’s MICHELIN Guide ceremony in Copacabana,” says Costa e Silva The fine-dining scene in Rio will continue to evolve and gain even greater prominence in the years to come the chef is sharing with MICHELIN where you can eat well in the city today The highlight is the naturally fermented sourdough bread called Rio Sourdough that has “a crunchiness on the outside and an elastic texture on the inside.” The brand’s two locations offer freshly baked ciabattas and baguettes tartines (such as goat’s cheese and roasted tomatoes) The chef also notes that the breakfast at The Slow Bakery is “without equal," including options such as hot cheese with the bakery’s signature bread For another must-visit sorveteria to cool down in Rio's heat this classic spot offers more than 160 flavors featuring typical Brazilian fruits like taperebá and biribiri Read also: 2 Days in Rio de Janeiro Oro sets the standard in Rio under the direction of chef Felipe Bronze Oro is one of the best restaurants in Brazil when it comes to high-end cuisine and he has continuously refined and elevated his restaurant over the years and I’d say he’s now at the very top of his game,” Rafa adds the fine-dining-style restaurant upstairs also overseen by Thomas Troisgros one of the best new addresses on the Rio scene It combines refined French-based techniques with dishes that are teeming with flavor and personality Chef Lucio Vieira took a bold step by investing in a once-neglected part of Rio now experiencing a revival thanks to cultural projects and new businesses His restaurant has helped draw locals back to an area rich in history Hero image: A bird's-eye view of lush Rio de Janeiro From listening bars to neighbourhood restaurants explore all the top recommendations from Chishuru’s Adejoké Bakare One of the most prominent chefs serving Indian cuisine talks India and his New York Update your must-visit list with The MICHELIN Guide’s new London restaurants the best hotel rooftops are a go-to when you touch down Non-members can add the privileges at checkout through our 30 day free trial By continuing I accept the Terms & Condition and Privacy Policy. I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels Rafa Costa e Silva is at the pinnacle of his prolific culinary career. Having spent ten years outside of Brazil, where he studied and worked alongside some of the international greats\u2014such as the Basque Andoni Luis Aduriz at Mugaritz\u2014the Rio-born chef returned to his native city to open Lasai In the latest edition of The MICHELIN Guide, the restaurant was awarded Two MICHELIN Stars, becoming the third eatery in Rio to be awarded this distinction\u2014alongside Felipe Bronze\u2019s Oro and Alberto Landgraf's Oteque Costa e Silva calls it \"the culmination of work that we have developed with both patience and dedication over a number of years.\" Lasai has become a gastronomic reference point in the \u201cMarvellous City,\u201d showcasing local ingredients rather than more globally esteemed products like truffles and caviar relocating the restaurant just a few meters from its original Botafogo address\u2014but this time to a more intimate space Costa e Silva\u2019s dishes\u2014centered around vegetables from his own farms\u2014embody a minimalist philosophy infused with Costa e Silva\u2019s signature carioca spirit\u2014laid-back yet refined He also believes Rio\u2019s culinary scene is thriving especially with efforts undertaken by the city\u2019s authorities such as last year\u2019s MICHELIN Guide ceremony in Copacabana,\u201d says Costa e Silva has \u201ca crunchiness on the outside and an elastic texture on the inside.\u201d The brand\u2019s two locations offer freshly baked ciabattas and baguettes tartines (such as goat\u2019s cheese and roasted tomatoes) The chef also notes that the breakfast at The Slow Bakery is \u201cwithout equal,\" including options such as hot cheese with the bakery\u2019s signature bread featuring typical Brazilian fruits like tapereb\u00e1 and biribiri Read also: 2 Days in Rio de Janeiro For fine dining, Oro sets the standard in Rio under the direction of chef Felipe Bronze. \u201cFor me, Oro is one of the best restaurants in Brazil when it comes to high-end cuisine. Felipe\u2019s cooking is spectacular, and he has continuously refined and elevated his restaurant over the years. He was ahead of his time, and I\u2019d say he\u2019s now at the very top of his game,\u201d Rafa adds. He considers Oseille, the fine-dining-style restaurant upstairs also overseen by Thomas Troisgros, one of the best new addresses on the Rio scene. It combines refined French-based techniques with dishes that are teeming with flavor and personality. Chef Lucio Vieira took a bold step by investing in a once-neglected part of Rio, now experiencing a revival thanks to cultural projects and new businesses. His restaurant has helped draw locals back to an area rich in history. Hero image: A bird's-eye view of lush Rio de Janeiro. (\u00a9rparobe/iStock) Reporting by Rodrigo Viga Gaier; Writing by Isabel Teles; Editing by Aida Pelaez-Fernandez and Rosalba O'Brien she shares the best samba experiences in Rio from traditional school events to samba circles Brazilians often say that "everything ends in samba", but perhaps it would be more accurate to say that samba never ends – at least not in Rio de Janeiro, one of the places where the musical and dance genre is said to have originated samba has played a crucial role in shaping Rio's lifestyle including taking a central role in its Carnival celebration – the most renowned in the world samba is a cultural phenomenon that helps drive the economy with more than 150 official rodas de samba (samba circles) across the city musicians sit in a circle while crowds of hundreds – or even thousands – of spectators sing along escolas de samba (community-based "samba schools" that organise the world-famous Carnival parade with its giant floats and thrilling costumes) elect a rainha da bateria (queen of the drums) who leads the school's bateria (drum section) captivating the crowd and forging a powerful connection between the musicians and the audience Mayara Lima is one of Rio's most popular samba queens having claimed the title of drum queen in 2023 She currently represents the Paraíso do Tuiuti samba school where she gained national recognition for her mesmerising samba style But the energy of samba can be felt in Rio all year round. Even outside Carnival season, events like samba school street rehearsals offer a vibrant and immersive experience. We asked Mayara Lima, a rainha de bateria (drum queen) at Pararaíso do Tuiti one of Rio's most renowned samba schools how to experience the city's rich samba culture during Carnival and beyond Lima knew from an early age that dance was her calling but I decided to be fully dedicated to samba," she says Rio is far more than just a city," she says "What makes Rio so unique is the way it combines breathtaking natural beauty – its beaches and trails – with the energy of a vibrant where every neighbourhood has its own distinct charm and history." She adds: "[But] you can't talk about Rio without talking about samba here are five of Lima's favorite samba experiences in Rio Rio's samba school parade is a global spectacle every Carnival season only a select few belong to the elite group that takes centre stage parading down the Sambódromo Marquês de Sapucaí during the festivities – but the schools promote several events during the year that take place in the quadras (samba school headquarters) which play a key role in strengthening ties between the schools and the local community Rio's music scene is about more than just samba. "Baile Charme, an old-school R&B event under the Madureira viaduct every Saturday [starts] at 20:00 and ends at the sunrise at 05:00," says Lima This event has been going strong for over 20 years and remains a huge success "It's a great way to see another side of Rio's music scene." Cariocas and visitors of all ages come to samba schools to watch rehearsals participate in feijoadas (a traditional feast of black beans and pork) and enjoy live performances of the school's samba anthem; a new one is chosen each year to serve as the narrative musical thread for each performance "There are 12 main samba schools [in Rio] which means 12 opportunities to experience samba," says Lima "While there's no fixed schedule for events Each school hosts feijoadas several times a year They feature guest performers playing not just samba but also pagode [a type of samba/subgenre of samba] and carioca funk." For Lima, the G rêmio Recreativo Escola de Samba Acadêmicos do Salgueiro samba school holds one of Rio's best feijoadas it often happens in the first Monday of each month," she says But her favourite type of samba school event is undoubtedly street rehearsals we hold street rehearsals every Monday in front of the samba school before heading inside to continue practicing," she says Each school announces its events on social media Website: www.salgueiro.com.br Address: R Instagram: @salgueirooriginal Pedra do Sal's rich history attracts small groups of tourists eager to understand Rio's past the streets fill with vendors and hundreds of visitors drawn to the city's most famous roda de samba the event grew so popular that organisers expanded it to four nights a week from Friday to Monday – though Monday remains the busiest night The music spills over Pedra do Sal's famous steps "Pedra do Sal attracts such a diverse crowd – you'll find people from all over the city and loads of tourists too," says Lima but you'll hear other rhythms too." Instagram: @pedradosaloficial right next to the renowned samba school Caprichosos de Pilares the gathering started with modest expectations – just a group of friends meeting every Monday for a cold beer and some samba – but the samba do Chinelo quickly became a sensation and is now one of Rio’s official rodas de samba and has since evolved into a professionally structured event "This is one of those places everyone goes to. It's a given that it'll be packed every Monday, with plenty of famous faces in the crowd. Sometimes you even see singers like [Grammy winner] Ludmilla performing – it's really cool," says Lima The event kicks off at 18:00 and carries on into the late night Pagode do Chinelo is also the perfect spot to experience different samba styles "It's a great place to enjoy a more melodic samba Instagram: @resenhapagodeechinelo Best for experiencing classic samba: Cacique de Ramos The northern zone of the city is also home to one of Rio's most traditional rodas de samba For those looking for a more laid-back way to explore Rio, Lima recommends having breakfast inside the Jardim Botânico. "Some of the cafes in the garden allow you to enjoy a morning meal surrounded by nature overlooking century-old trees," she says "It’s the perfect place to start your day in a relaxing atmosphere before exploring the city's other attractions." Founded in the 1960s, Cacique de Ramos became famous for its legendary samba gatherings where some of the genre's most celebrated artists first rose to prominence Often described as the "headquarters of samba" it has played a pivotal role in shaping Rio's Carnival culture "This is where you'll find classic samba," says Lima "Cacique de Ramos is the birthplace of many greats If you want to experience that unique energy The samba takes place every Sunday in Cacique de Ramos samba hall making it an ideal option for those looking to enjoy a lively evening without a late finish Cacique de Ramos wraps up around midnight," says Lima "So if you need to be up early the next day but still want to make the most of your weekend It's definitely one of my favourites." Website: www.caciquederamos.com.br Address: Rua Uranos Instagram: @cacique_de_ramos Baródromo is a well-known samba venue among cariocas and a favourite gathering spot for samba enthusiasts The walls are adorned with Carnival costumes and masks immersing guests in the samba atmosphere the moment they step inside "It's a bar with a proper traditional samba roda where people clap along to the beat – it's such a great vibe and that's what makes it so special." ranging from performances of traditional samba to live sets from samba school baterias Baródromo is a popular venue that frequently fills to capacity the lively atmosphere and infectious energy of the crowd create a fully immersive experience Instagram: @barodromo BBC Travel's The SpeciaList is a series of guides to popular and emerging destinations around the world as seen through the eyes of local experts and tastemakers If you liked this story, sign up for The Essential List newsletter – a handpicked selection of features For more Travel stories from the BBC, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram. 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They’re also all wonderful places in which to base yourself, as you explore all that Rio has to offer One of Rio’s most up-and-coming areas lies just north of the city’s center in a former industrial zone that is slowly transforming Follow your cultural adventures with lunch at Café Tero, located at the entrance to the historic Morro de Conceição quarter. For a night out, start at Bafo da Prainha, then stop at Bar Dellas and continue on to an all-night rager at The Home or Sacadura 154 we don’t recommend booking your accommodation in this dense urban zone enjoy everything the neighborhood has to offer – then head back to your hotel in another part of the city for a peaceful night’s sleep Leblon and Copacabana are Rio’s best-known neighborhoods for anyone who wants to lie out on the sand Yet a little enclave at the far end of Copacabana sits quietly under the radar and is a favorite of beachgoers in the know Leme has only a few streets and no through traffic making things even more laid-back than along the rest of the beachfront Grab a coffee at chic Gaia Art Café before heading to lie out (choose Rasta Beach if you want to see and be seen). Enjoy a long, late lunch at French-style eatery S. Bistro before taking a hike up to the Forte Duque de Caxias Also up the hill, in the the Chapéu Mangueira favela, is Bar do David which has some of the best bar food in the city Leme has a few beautiful beachfront apartments and lofts on Airbnb, and they’re often much less expensive than equivalents in Ipanema or Leblon. The adventurous can opt for a guesthouse in the Babilônia or Chapéu Mangueira favelas just up the hill; Pousada Estrelas da Babilônia is highly recommended The best neighborhood for bars and a thriving LGBTIQ+ scene Grabbing a drink in bustling Botafogo is the best way to end a day at the beach or start a night out. Some of the coolest bars on the scene include Quartinho, where Thursday-night tunes draw a crowd, and Buteco Treme Treme another LGBTIQ+ favorite that keeps going all night long This is historically a student neighborhood and an easy well-connected place to find inexpensive accommodations it’s easy to get just about anywhere else in town Best neighborhood for anyone who loves the outdoors Jardim Botânico is the gateway to the Tijuca National Forest hiking trails and breathtaking lookout points of the sprawling city skyline this primarily residential neighborhood is also lush with tropical plants Fellow residents include tiny monkeys that run along the power lines You'll find some of the city's best restaurants along the tree-lined streets here; check out La Bicyclette for brunch or Jojö Café Bistrô for oysters and champagne The neighborhood also has two of our favorite Rio attractions: the Jardim Botânico, which lent the area its name, and Parque Lage whose highlight is a historic Italian-style palacete (mansion) that today houses an art school and cafe Though there aren’t many accommodation options in Jardim Botânico staying here will give you a great insight into what it’s like to live in the city rather than just visit it street art and bohemian vibe create a captivating combination this hilltop enclave is an ideal base from which to explore all of Rio Just a short tram ride from the nightlife and museums of the city center Santa Teresa is like a small town in the middle of the metropolis and art and culture spill out onto the streets Hopefully, your visit will coincide with one of Santa Teresa’s many cool local events. A special favorite is Arte de Portas Abertas an annual celebration where local artists open their ateliers to visits There are plenty of cool accommodation options if you want to settle in here before setting out to see the rest of town. Though Santa Teresa itself is so charming you may never want to leave. a resident of the Panorama community in Rio Branco faces a daily struggle for survival amid the severe drought that has hit Acre’s capital and surrounding region “My well will run dry in August,” she told Mongabay worried about the health of her five children I’m still managing to get some water from it to wash clothes once a week and do household chores but for drinking I’ve started buying mineral water since my children started having health problems After experiencing an extreme drought in 2023 the Amazon is already feeling signs of a new drought this year It has already affected 69% of the Amazon’s municipalities an increase of 56% compared with the same period in 2023 located just over 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) from Rio Branco’s downtown is one of the 31 rural communities severely affected by the drought in the state Although it lies 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from the banks of the Acre River the community doesn’t rely on the polluted river for its water supply The 700 families there have no running water and rely on wells which are drying up due to the low water table The current drought is one of the most serious ever recorded in the state with the Acre River reaching its lowest level in five years in July: 1.55 meters (5.1 feet) river levels have remained below 2 m (6.6 ft) which led the federal government to recognize an emergency status in Rio Branco on July 24 an environmental emergency decree was issued for the 22 municipalities of Acre with forecasts worsening in August and September and transportation from the tanks to houses is often done manually so we need to control it because we can’t meet all the demand,” Lima said ” I prioritize buying gallons of drinking water because water is everything he was filling a tank with water that he had collected by hand from bucket to bucket “If there’s a water shortage in a home there’s a shortage of everything,” he told Mongabay “Buying doesn’t always work out because it’s not every day that we have money Isandra Nascimento has lived in the community for 13 years and said she has become used to using the minimum amount of water so as not to run out at any time Even though her mobility is limited after she lost her leg in a traffic accident she said she has even taken clothes to a friend’s house to wash because there was no water in her tank so we have to control it because otherwise there’s no water for anything,” she told Mongabay “My daughter often goes to her mother-in-law’s house when she gets off work takes a shower and washes her clothes there so she can save the water we’ve managed to reserve here.” Pensioner Ivone da Silva also shared the feeling that water has become a luxury “My dream is to have water flowing again because water is everything in our lives,” she said as she showed how she washes the dishes at home and stores water which is already less than halfway down the container she uses as a support who works on one of the community’s ranches he relies on irregular supplies from the government we get water from the rain or from a nearby well we depend on this occasional supply,” he told Mongabay because it doesn’t meet everything we need drink and the livestock and crops are also suffering from this drought.” The residents unanimously agreed that the solution to change this reality would be to restore the water reservoirs that already exist in the community Another solution given by the community was to dig deeper wells to ensure that they don’t dry up Lima added that the high cost of digging a well prevented more residents from having access to water “Our wells are shallower because a deep well requires a different structure and is very expensive.” The neighborhood residents’ association told Mongabay that it had been in dialogue with Rio Branco City Hall to map out at least two points where deeper wells could be drilled to serve the population Acre has suffered the extremes of the region’s well-known seasonal events During the “Amazon summer” (from July to November) which technically occurs between the Brazilian fall and winter the biome experiences high temperatures and drought In the “Amazon winter” (from December to June) when the rest of the country experiences summer and fall the region experiences the highest volume of rainfall and full rivers the Acre River in the capital recorded its second-highest flood since 1971 when rivers began to be monitored in the state the biggest environmental disaster in the state Extreme events have become increasingly common in Brazil and according to Carolina Accorsi Montefusco a civil engineer and technician at the Hydraulics and Sanitation Laboratory at Acre’s Federal University who studies the impact of these events on the Acre population a drought like this year’s drastically affects the lives of everyone in the community the water available to infiltrate the soil and refill it is drastically reduced,” she told Mongabay “This leads to a drop in the water table making wells less productive or completely dry Prolonged drought can cause shallower wells to dry up meaning the water table drops below the depth of the well This requires the drilling of deeper wells which is expensive and technically more complex,” she said explaining why communities like Panorama are the most affected by this drought it is critical that local authorities and the scientific community in Acre keep continuously monitoring these patterns and develop adequate planning to deal with the consequences of these climatic variations “One option is to build reservoirs or other measures that can be used both for flood control and for storing drinking water during periods of drought These reservoirs help regulate the flow of rivers reducing the risk of flooding and storing water for later use These measures not only help protect communities from the risks of floods and droughts but also promote water resilience and long-term sustainability,” she suggested an environmental scientist at the Woodwell Climate Research Center also pointed out the complexity of the situation He explained that the alternation between the El Niño and La Niña phenomena respectively the abnormal warming and cooling of the waters of the equatorial Pacific El Niño occurred in 2023 and will be replaced by La Niña this year “Drought is easier to predict than flood,” Brown told Mongabay “The change in the distribution of currents in the ocean affects what happens on land so these variations affect the climate too.” A report by World Weather Attribution (WWA) a team of international climate scientists who analyze extreme weather events concluded that global warming was primarily responsible for the severe drought that hit the Amazon River Basin in 2023 a natural climate phenomenon long suspected of being one of the main causes of the drought The combination of low rainfall and high evaporation triggered what the authors classified as an exceptional “agricultural drought.” This condition has become 30 times more likely due to global warming The lowest levels ever recorded for the Acre River in the capital reflect the seriousness of the situation with the La Niña phenomenon expected to set in from August Despite rains that restored navigability and reconnected communities isolated by the historic drought in 2023 rivers throughout the biome are at lower levels now than in the same period in 2023 about 1.75 m (5.74 ft) and 3.75 m (12.3 ft) lower than in the last three years the level of the Madeira River fell by 3 m (9.8 ft) in two weeks Amazonian states haven’t recorded enough rainfall to indicate promising changes it rained 1.20 millimeters (0.05 inches) by the end of June — nowhere near the 60 mm (2.36 in) expected for the period The coordinator of Rio Branco’s Civil Defense said the level of 1.55 m recorded in the Acre River in July is already considered atypical for the period and what strikes us is that the river reached a level of 1.55 m in July when these levels are commonly recorded in October as the history of the lowest levels shows,” he told Mongabay “So we already consider it an atypical event because the forecast is that the river will dry up more and more.” the Acre River recorded its lowest level for the period in the past 5 years After historic 2023 drought, Amazon communities brace for more in Brazil FEEDBACK: Use this form to send a message to the author of this post The “fortress conservation” model is under pressure in East Africa as protected areas become battlegrounds over history and global efforts to halt biodiversity loss Mongabay’s Special Issue goes beyond the region’s world-renowned safaris to examine how rural communities and governments are reckoning with conservation’s colonial origins and trying to forge a path forward […] Carnival started in Rio de Janeiro as revelers took to the streets to party in the first hours of Saturday joining carnival gatherings all around the city One of the popular early-morning “blocos” is Friends of the Jaguar on a beach looking across the water at Rio de Janeiro’s Sugarloaf Mountain yet revelers remained on Rio de Janeiro’s Flamengo beach — reluctant to end their party Carnival revelers remain on Flamengo beach after sunset in Rio de Janeiro “This first day was better than I imagined The city is so beautiful,” said Bruno Mota “Carnival represents the Brazilian identity Several hundred mud-covered Carnival revelers paraded in the sleepy seaside town of Paraty in southeastern Brazil on Saturday a decades-old tradition that has grown ever larger since its first edition nearly 40 years ago A reveler rolls in the mud during the traditional Mud Block carnival party in Paraty Joyous partygoers threw themselves into the silty shallows in front of one Paraty beach They danced on the beach and grunted cavemen chants -- “Uga Revelers cheer during the Mud Block carnival party in Paraty It’s not often that you can get muddy and go around dancing and singing A reveler holds a tiki torch shooting out red smoke during a Mud Block carnival party in Paraty Friends were playing in the mangroves at Jabaquara Beach They went strolling into the city’s historic center and caused a stir Revelers share a kiss during the traditional Mud Block carnival party in Paraty Many of Rio’s street parties feature musicians playing large And for those who perform at multiple parties getting around town can be quite the challenge played his tuba at the Prata Preta party downtown Saturday afternoon poses after playing his third Carnival party of the day in downtown Rio de Janeiro off to play his fourth show in another part of the city It was inspired by another group of the same name founded two years earlier by stevedores in northeastern city Salvador the city of Rio issued a decree officially recognizing Sons of Gandhi as a cultural asset Drums of Afro-Brazilian cultural group Sons of Gandhi are stored ahead of their performance in the old port area of Rio de Janeiro A dog wears a carnival costume at the “Blocao” dog carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro About 300 people brought their pets dressed in costumes ranging from superheroes to cartoon characters and clowns And then the dogs socialized under the shadow The decision to avoid the hot pavement was to prevent paws from getting seared The name Blocao is a mixture of “bloco,” which means Carnival street party Owners and their pets take part in the “Blocao” dog carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro “It is great to see this interaction between pets and families It is a lot of joy and it is good for everyone It is a different kind of Carnival,” said nurse Priscila dos Santos Silva A reveler performs on stilts during the Heaven on Earth Carnival street party in Rio de Janeiro “Heaven on Earth” Carnival street party celebrates Brazilian singer on Saturday scantily-dressed revelers as one of Rio de Janeiro’s most traditional street parties local time in the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa Stiltwalker Elan Barreto and thousands more dance and sing Carnival songs at “Heaven on Earth” street party on Saturday “Our repertoire is greatly made of traditional old Carnival songs,” said Pericles Monteiro “We also pay tributes to Brazilian music artists We want to bring some of the paradise to our Earth Revelers of the Friends of the Jaguar street party celebrate Carnival on Saturday One of Saturday’s popular early-morning street parties is Friends of the Jaguar all decked out in leopard- and jaguar-print clothing has only missed Friends of the Jaguar once in the past 11 years because she was hospitalized — and still she dreamed of checking herself out trombones and drums trailed by a truckload of speakers to spread their sound far and wide “the jaguarettes,” crawl about and paw playfully like large felines “It’s a space that allows us to express a lot of artistry,” said dancer Dandara Abreu Brazil’s Carnival was in full swing on Friday with samba school parades kicking off the festivities in Sao Paulo’s Sambadrome The traditional samba school Barroca Zona Sul was one of the first to perform (AP video shot by: Thiago Mostazo and Maycron Abade) Sao Paulo’s samba school parades started Friday evening bringing thousands to the city’s Sambadrome The city’s top schools celebrated Afro-Brazilian and Indigenous traditions and honored some of the country’s most beloved musicians Samba school Academicos do Tatuape presented its parade about social injustice and the fight for equal rights The group’s theme for the year is a famous quote from the civil rights leader: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” Parades of Sao Paulo’s premier parade league finish tonight and Rio de Janeiro’s top samba schools will start Sunday evening one of Rio’s most traditional street parties took hold on the bohemian hilltop neighborhood Santa Teresa The area is home to the Carmelites Convent which explains the party’s customary garb: many of its revelers came dressed as nuns Some in the party paid tribute to Pope Francis who remains hospitalized in Rome with double pneumonia takes part in the Carmelitas street party on the first official day of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro hold up the keys of the city from Mayor Eduardo Paes at a ceremony officially kicking off Carnival in Rio de Janeiro Call King Momo until Ash Wednesday comes,” Mayor Eduardo Paes told Carnival revelers as drummers and veteran members of local samba schools celebrated and sang traditional songs He’s going to be in charge of the whole thing.” Momo’s tenure is symbolic of society being turned upside down during Carnival A dancer performs during the ceremony that officially kicks off Carnival in Rio de Janeiro Choose the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro with this seasonal guide Sandwiched between towering, forest-covered mountains and incredible beaches, there's really no bad time to visit the beauty that is Rio de Janeiro. But some seasons work better than others depending on your needs and what you want to do when you arrive Whether you're in search of cooler temperatures for outdoor fun, the biggest parties and celebrations you can find or a way to stretch that travel budget as far as it can go Figure out the best time for your trip to Marvelous City and start planning now Rio's seasons are those of the southern hemisphere which means the hottest months are from November to March while temperatures cool down from April to October gray weather but it's usually blissfully broken up by sunshine and 26°C (79°F) beach days you're more likely to see afternoon downpours to quell the tropical heat than the cold and gray rainstorms of winter The rest of the year you can expect sunny skies and hot afternoons – along with the warm evenings that are perfect for a night on the town most crowded and most expensive time of the year – runs from December to February and tourists from across the country and around the world flock to the city to experience Rio's world-famous New Year's Eve and Carnival (usually in late February) Accommodation is absurdly expensive and likely to be booked out months in advance both these events are incredible times to visit and if they're on your bucket list it's worth the expense and crowding to experience the atmosphere Carnival typically takes place in February While the actual holiday may be only a few days long, Carnaval do Rio de Janeiro festivities start months before the big event and street parties will take place nearly every weekend from the start of the New Year Even if you can't make it to Carnival itself you can get a taste of the experience without breaking the bank by arriving one or two weeks before the actual celebration or by visiting the week after they say the year only really starts after Carnival ends which makes March the true "beginning" of the calendar year cariocas (Rio residents) start heading back to work and life returns to a calmer pace March to May is the best time of year to get a true look at life in Rio and slide into the day-to-day rhythm of the city This major holiday sends prices skyrocketing and brings in tourist crowds reminiscent of high season June to August is winter in Rio, and although temperatures rarely drop below 15°C (59°F), anything below 20°C (68°F) causes residents of the city to put on their hats and coats and shiver in their Havaianas there's one winter tradition that makes the "cold" worthwhile – the Festas Juninas celebrating some of the major saints' days in typical countryside fashion with endless parties featuring traditional dances and range from super family-friendly (they're celebrated in schools across the country) to late night booze-soaked hoedowns Spring is possibly the best time of year to be in Rio temperatures have picked back up and days are typically sunny and beautiful There are heaps of cultural events and activities, from concerts to full-on festivals – like the STU Skate Open in October or Rock the Mountain in November – yet outside of national holidays you can still avoid the bulk of the crowds and high prices Enjoy these magical months of peace in the city before the summer crowds arrive and the prices shoot back up along with the temperature This is also the best time to take trips around the state, to breathtaking getaway destinations like Paraty, Ilha Grande or Petrópolis. A city that famously embraces joyous pleasure, Rio de Janeiro is always a dynamic place to visit While large-scale festivities such as Carnaval have made Rio world-famous, occasions for revelry happen every day: Saturday sun sessions at Ipanema Beach; festas (parties) in Lapa; soccer matches at Maracanã; and impromptu rodas de samba (samba circles) on the sidewalks of Leblon Copacabana or just about any other corner of the city forest-covered mountains and fabulous beaches Rio is surely one of the world’s most beautiful cities Verdant peaks and golden sands fronting a deep blue sea offer a range of adventures: surfing great breaks hiking through Floresta da Tijuca’s rainforest and rock climbing up the face of Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain) here are a few more top things to do in Rio de Janeiro Rio’s Maracanã Stadium is hallowed ground for soccer lovers The massive arena has been the site of legendary victories and crushing defeats for the national team – and played a starring role in the 2014 World Cup The stadium also staged the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2016 Summer Olympics the 78,800-seater comes to life in spectacular fashion on game days Planning tip: When local teams are playing Immerse yourself in surging emotions with a seat in the North or South areas; head to the West for a calmer spectating experience A magnificent confluence of land and sea, the long, scalloped beach of Copacabana extends for some 4km (2½ miles) with a flurry of activity along its entire length Over-amped soccer players sing their team’s anthem Cariocas (Rio residents) and tourists line up for caipirinhas (cocktails made from limes ice and high-proof sugarcane alcohol) at kiosks And beach vendors shout out their wares among the thousands of tanned beach bodies Local tip: The sea here is usually fine for a plunge, though it’s best to check the water quality via the INEA website (in Portuguese) before you visit – especially following heavy rainfall when the water sometimes gets contaminated with sewage Scan the page for Copacabana (or whichever local beach you’re visiting) count on kicking back on the sand and sipping your caipirinha Seen from the peak of Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain) Rio is one Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City) indeed There are many good times to make the ascent – though we think sunset on a clear day is the most rewarding with Corcovado mountain and Cristo Redentor off to the west and Copacabana Beach to the south Planning tip: Sugarloaf’s views draw big crowds skip the sunset slot and ascent just after 8am One long stretch of sun-drenched sand, Ipanema Beach is demarcated by postos (posts) which mark off subcultures as diverse as the city itself is where Rio’s lithest and most bronzed bodies congregate The area is also known as Cemetério dos Elefantes because of the handful of old leftists hippies and artists who sometimes hang out there In front of Rua Farme de Amoedo is Praia Farme This former red-light district is the center of a Rio’s stupendous nightlife scene bars and old-fashioned restaurants scattered along its avenues it’s true – but it’s also true that you should keep your wits about you and eyes peeled for pickpockets and muggers It’s wise to go in a group and stay where the crowds are A popular female-owned hangout is Cozinha da Lapa. For a brief switch from Brazilian food, the Peruvian restaurants Sabor Peruano and Panka are both reliably delicious and reasonably priced Local tip: For a lively yet low-key evening among a largely homegrown crowd, catch one of the music nights at the organic produce shop and cafe run by the Landless Workers Movement (MST), Armazém Do Campo Standing tall atop Corcovado (which means “hunchback”) at 38m (125ft), the open-armed Cristo Redentor gazes out over Rio a placid expression on his well-crafted face The mountain rises straight up from the city to 710m (2329ft) – and at night the brightly lit statue at its summit is visible from nearly every part of the city Corcovado lies within the lush Parque Nacional da Tijuca The most popular way to reach the statue is to take the red narrow-gauge train which departs every 30 minutes and takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the top Local tip: Same-day tickets are not available from the cog-train station; buy tickets online ahead of time With cobbled streets and aging mansions hugging a hill overlooking the city, Santa Teresa retains the charm of days past and is hands-down Rio’s most atmospheric neighborhood Currently the residence of a new generation of artists and bohemians, this village-like neighborhood has colorful restaurants and bars and a lively weekend scene centered around Largo do Guimarães and Largo das Neves Catch the bonde (cable car) up the hill to soak it all in One of the city’s most picturesque spots, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas is encircled by a 7¼km (4½-mile) walking and cycling path. Bikes are available for hire from stands along the east side of the lake, as are paddleboats. For those who prefer caipirinhas to plastic swan vessels, the kiosks on either side of the lake offer alfresco food and drinks, sometimes accompanied by live music on warm nights. 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Countries around the world celebrate Carnaval (pronounced "car-knee-vow") among other monikers depending on where you are Some celebrations retain the Catholic roots of festival while others – looking at you Rio – have improvised their way to pure debauchery One of the official Carnaval rules in Rio is “The exposure of genitals The main events of Carnaval in Rio take place in the Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí which everyone simply calls the Sambadrome or Sambódromo in Portuguese which was designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer has concrete bleachers and boxed seating on each side of its 700m (2296ft) paved central alley – like a drag strip but for Carnaval parades. 12 samba schools from different areas of the city compete for top honors in front of a panel of judges and tens of thousands of live spectators – plus the enormous audience that watches on TV – during parades that form the flashy backbone of Carnaval in Rio the competing samba schools are required to come up with a new theme costumes and choreography to go along with it Hundreds or even thousands of performers practice year-round to prepare for the competitions Each school must include specific elements and complete its passage through the Sambódromo within 75 to 85 minutes as judges scrutinize every aspect of their presentation. the group that administers Carnaval in Rio announced the first significant changes to the program in many years including the expansion of first-round parade days from two days with four samba schools parading each day. Cariocas say the new year begins after Carnaval They also say Carnaval starts on February 1 when Sambódromo rehearsals and block parties start rolling out. Carnaval spans the nine days that culminate with the start of Lent in the lead-up period to Easter Exact Carnaval dates change each year because the date of Easter changes the official Carnaval dates are February 28 through March 8. but it’s possible to stay in Rio longer or shorter than that depending on your appetite for partying. If you want to immerse yourself in all things Carnaval it may be worth getting to Rio the weekend before Carnaval officially begin This will allow you to attend the final weekend of technical rehearsals at the Sambódromo. Rehearsals happen every weekend in the six weeks leading up to Carnaval They’re free to attend and provide a behind-the-scenes look at the party atmosphere. Many cariocas can’t afford Sambódromo tickets during the real competition so they attend these free rehearsals instead and the stands are full of fans who come out in support of their specific school The technical rehearsals give a taste of what’s to come (minus the floats and full costumes which stay under wraps until the real competition) and demonstrate how invested the fans are – most can (and do) sing their samba school’s song of the year word for word Everyone needs a ticket to enter the Sambódromo during the official events Most of the 13 sections of the open-air stadium are general admission The grandstand sections at the top are cheapest and most popular Sectors 6 and 9 in the grandstand have assigned spaces instead of general admission All of the grandstand sections of the Sambódromo are simply concrete bleachers go for the costlier tickets in private boxes and other VIP areas Even-numbered sections are on one side of the central parade strip while odd-numbered sections are on the other Ticketmaster Brazil begins selling Carnaval tickets around August, and they sell out fast. If you don’t snag a ticket through Ticketmaster there are numerous online resellers as well as scalpers at the venue. Some tour companies sell tickets, as well as full Carnaval packages, including Rio Tickets and Rio.com by Bookers Tickets are usually not required to attend the street parties associated with Carnaval (more on those below) glass and cans are not allowed inside the Sambódromo you can bring in some essentials to make your experience much more comfortable. Events at the Sambódromo happen at night and continue until sunrise (roughly 8pm to the wee hours) Do like many residents do and buy an oversized fan from a vendor on the street Learn to snap it open and closed with attitude – it’ll keep you feeling cooler and looking cooler. Some other items to consider bringing to the Sambódromo: A soft-sided insulated bag and a few small frozen water bottles to keep drinks cold Something to sit on (the concrete bleachers are hard) Ear plugs (if you are sensitive to prolonged loud music) If you don’t want to bring drinks or snacks with you into the Sambódromo book accommodation as far in advance as possible Hundreds of thousands of people show up for this party which means hotels and short-term rentals fill up fast Many foreign visitors choose to stay in Copacabana, Leme or Ipanema because these areas in the city’s Zona Sur have the most tourist infrastructure and the highest degree of security remember that Carnaval in Rio happens during one of the hottest and most humid times of year Be sure your accommodation has air-conditioning since you may be catching at least some of your z's after sunrise. Ride-sharing services like Uber and yellow taxis are also plentiful in Rio during Carnaval the sheer number of people on the move and the massive street parties mean that getting around on city streets is often an exercise in frustration. Rio has an extensive public transit system that includes subway lines You can use your credit card to access the Metro subway system if you want to ride a bus or take any VLT transport you’ll need to pay in cash or buy a Riocard Mais Expresso This plastic card is available in most Metro stations Everyone dresses up – not just those performing in official samba school parades or at blocos Do like cariocas do and head to a shopping area in Rio called Uruguayana or go to the Mercado do Maderiria to find low-cost Carnaval outfits (called fantasias in Portuguese) to wear while you spectate and party in the streets Some blocos have costume themes such as the Beatles or Super Mario that may influence your costume choices You can go over the top or just get something sparkly to wear and you’ll fit in Portuguese is the official language of Brazil Some Spanish is understood but don’t expect to find much English outside of main tourist corridors and services. It’s worth learning a few phrases in Portuguese Boa tarde (pronounced "bow-ah-tar-jee"): good afternoon Boa noite (pronounced "bow-ah-noy-chay"): good evening Disculpa (pronounced "deesh-cul-pa"): excuse me/pardon me Obrigado/obrigada (pronounced "oh-bree-ga-doe/oh-bree-ga-da"): thank you (masculine/feminine form) Eu nao fala Portuguese (pronounced "ay-you-nau-fala-Portuguese"): I don’t speak Portuguese And here’s a handy cheat sheet of Carnaval-specific words and terms. Carnaval happens during one of the hottest and most humid periods in Rio, so stay hydrated (though do not drink the tap water) and don’t forget to wear sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. Also: pace yourself. Cariocas are steeped in the frenzy of Carnaval and well-trained for the all-day, all-night partying. You may not be quite as fun fit. Don’t try to do it all, and don’t forget to get some sleep and some decent food every once in a while. Pickpockets are skilled in Rio, so only carry what’s necessary. Keep valuables in money belts or other extremely secure ways on your person (not in front or back pockets). Credit cards are accepted almost everywhere in Rio, including by street vendors, so carry just a bit of cash. Do not wear or carry anything ostentatious and that includes jewelry and cameras. And don’t walk around with your cell phone in your hand. If you need to use your phone on the street in Rio, step back from the curb and away from the flow of traffic or, preferably, go inside a shop. Cell phone snatching is common in Rio. Newsletter Learn more about the best restaurants Rachael Hogg - 14/08/2024 The vibrant Brazilian city will host the continent’s most prestigious celebration of gastronomy for the second year running Rio de Janeiro, the Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvellous City), birthplace of the Bossa Nova and home of Christ the Redeemer, is set to host Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 the hotly anticipated event programme will again be held in Brazil’s second most populous city with the awards ceremony taking place on 26 November 2024 Known throughout the world for its beaches Rio de Janeiro also has a rich gastronomic history formed It’s a host destination that truly embodies the spirit and depth of the Latin American region In anticipation of the 2024 awards ceremony 50 Best will announce a series of special accolades in the coming months including Latin America’s Best Female Chef Award the Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award and the American Express One To Watch Award Continuing its mission to champion a wider range of dining destinations 50 Best will also reveal the list of restaurants ranked from 51st to 100th on 14 November Further prizes set to be revealed at the awards ceremony include the Beronia Latin America’s Best Sommelier Award The Rio de Janeiro event programme will also feature the thought-provoking #50BestTalks on 25 November providing a platform for some of the world’s most influential culinary figures to discuss key issues facing the gastronomic community.Sun sand and seriously good gastronomy await in Rio de Janeiro [Image: Rafael Catarcione] The lists are the result of the opinions and experiences of the Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurant Academy, an influential group formed of 300 regional restaurant industry experts who vote confidentially for their 10 favourite restaurant experiences of the last 18 months. Learn more about the voting process and how it is independently adjudicated by Deloitte Sign up to the 50 Best newsletter, your inside line on the world’s leading restaurants, bars and hotels Organized crime is increasingly contributing not only to deforestation in the region but also to a surge of violence in Amazon cities Unemployment is also higher than the national average and half of those who do have jobs work in the informal sector Predictably, large Amazonian cities such as Belém, Manaus, and Porto Velho are grappling with sharp increases in violent crime—but so are many of its smaller and medium-sized towns like Altamira In 2023, nine of Brazil’s 30 most murderous cities were in the Amazon, with an average urban murder rate of over 34 per 100,000, 13% higher than the national urban rate. While homicide rates have declined in most of Brazil since 2017 they have continued to rise in many Amazon municipalities Brazilian syndicates like the First Capital Command (PCC) and Red Command (CV) have diffused into the Amazon from southern cities such as São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro These factions and their affiliates are recruiting locals into their ranks especially adolescents with limited job prospects The former directs additional resources to fighting environment crime while the latter expands military and police action across 34 bases in the Amazon there is no comprehensive national or regional strategy to improve public security and safety in the urban Amazon One reason for this is constitutional: State governments control law enforcement and criminal justice with cities typically less involved in the public security agenda though its outcomes are not publicly reported While there is growing attention to the legitimate development needs of the urban Amazon the reality is that most of its hundreds of small mid-sized and large cities and towns still lack the necessary plans especially if Brazil intends to meet its ambitious climate and nature targets by 2030 and beyond. 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He is also co-founder of the SecDev Group and SecDev Foundation digital security and risk analysis groups with global reach Americas Quarterly (AQ) is the premier publication on politics We are an independent publication of the Americas Society/Council of the Americas PUBLISHED BY AMERICAS SOCIETY/ COUNCIL OF THE AMERICAS Advertiser DisclosureAdvertiser Disclosure 61 Published Articles 3583 Edited Articles Opinions and recommendations are ours alone Since we live in an apartment and school was still remote things have gotten quite cozy around here with 2 kids running around so something outdoors with a beach and pool was high on our priority lists There are plenty of smaller beach towns in the area like Armação dos Búzios and Angra dos Reis where beaching and social distancing wouldn’t be an issue but since we haven’t traveled as much over the past year we had plenty of hotel points and free night certificates to burn… so we started looking at the major chains to see what would be the best option for us However, since I was considering going for Hyatt Globalist status, thanks to some overlapping promotions, the Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro in Barra da Tijuca made the most sense Let’s take a look at how my 1-night stay with a family of 4 went and how I decided to pay for it The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro is a 436-room urban resort right across the street from the beach in the Barra da Tijuca neighborhood which is a bit outside of the normal tourist loop If you are arriving by plane it is about 22 miles from Rio de Janeiro Galeão (GIG) and 19 miles from Santos Dumont (SDU) both will take about 30 minutes by car with light traffic If you have been to Rio before, you are probably most familiar with the Zona Sul (south zone) area which is home to famous neighborhoods including Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. That is also where you will find major tourist attractions such as the Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf Mountain relatively new neighborhood that is much more spread out than Zona Sul Here you will find massive condo complexes but it might not be what most people are looking for when visiting Rio de Janeiro the Grand Hyatt is a popular choice for locals looking for a quick getaway and tourists who are looking for a resort that has everything you need without having to leave the property If you wanted to stay at the Grand Hyatt and visit Ipanema it is certainly doable via public transportation or taxi/Uber but you would need to give yourself about an hour each way due to traffic Bottom Line: This hotel is located in Barra da Tijuca which is not the most popular spot for tourists you may want to find a hotel in the Zona Sul area The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro is a Category 3 property, so that means that standard rooms can be booked for as few as 12,000 World of Hyatt points. That also means that this is an eligible hotel to use the Category 1-4 night certificate that comes with The World of Hyatt Credit Card after attempting to book a room for 2 adults and 2 children online without success I called reservations and was told that the standard rooms have a 3-person capacity limit If I wanted to bring both kids I would need to either book 2 rooms or a suite Since I had no interest in burning 2 free night certificates and only earn 1 elite night I had been monitoring the prices of this hotel Standard rooms had been selling for a low as R$500 ($100) and the cheapest suite that was available for the night I wanted was R$1,000 ($200) — certainly not a crazy amount but more than I had planned on spending I would have to spend about R$325 ($65) in taxes and resort fees The Ocean Lagoon Suite was selling for 20,000 points per night but thanks to a Hyatt promotion I would receive 25% of my points back and get free parking worth R$60 ($12) there are no taxes or resort fees on award stays the suite for 4 people cost 15,000 World of Hyatt points and it came with lounge access Here are the rest of the award rates for the same time period: Hot Tip: Check out our guide on hotel elite status changes, extensions, and updates due to the coronavirus If you are driving yourself to the hotel you will be happy to know that it was easy to find (with GPS) and sits directly across the street from a nice beach in Barra da Tijuca Pulling into the massive driveway covered in lush greenery immediately starts to put you at ease after the hustle and bustle of the Rio traffic we took a few minutes to get the kids and luggage organized and then a valet approached us to take the car a bellman arrived to escort us to the front door where we had our temperatures taken it was clear that the hotel was quite busy as there was a buzz of people everyone appeared to be giving each other personal space and most people were wearing their masks properly we arrived early (shortly after noon) so that the kids could enjoy the beach and pool as much as possible but I was not expecting our room to be ready we handed all of our documents (kids included) and were told that the room wasn’t ready but that we could check our bags and enjoy the facilities I was handed 2 free drink tickets and the agent said she would call me when the room was ready — perfect After about an hour hanging by the pool enjoying caipirinhas the front desk called to inform me that the suite was ready and I could pick up the keys at the World of Hyatt elite desk (which I had missed earlier) I was given an additional 2 free drink tickets… I don’t know if the agent was just feeling generous or if it was an oversight Hot Tip: If you are checking in to a hotel with children in Brazil you will be required to present their identification (passports or another form of ID) While I only had Discoverist status at the time of this stay we did receive some nice perks that really enhanced our stay so there really weren’t too many options when it came to receiving an upgrade The Ocean Lagoon Suite was a corner suite with a wrap-around balcony that had views of both the lagoon behind the property and distant views of the ocean in front of the hotel this was ideal because the Ocean Suites (which were more expensive) obviously have better views of the ocean but also look over 4 lanes of traffic and there were Ocean Suites and the Presidential Suite available and while I certainly wouldn’t mind spending a night in the Presidential Suite we were quite happy with the suite we had booked there was a handwritten card and a plate of house-made brigadeiros brigadeiros are a quintessential Brazilian sweet treat made mostly out of condensed milk and chocolate — they are SO GOOD The note thanked me for my World of Hyatt loyalty so I believe we received this amenity because of my elite status and not for booking a suite As a World of Hyatt Discoverist (for now) member really would have been ideal so that the kids could get a full day at the beach and pool they said it wouldn’t be possible — another reason to get Globalist status ASAP Hot Tip: Check out our guide to stay up to date on hotel policy changes due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) We chose this hotel because of all of the amenities it has on the property It really is an urban resort because you can enjoy many days here without needing to venture off-property (except for the beach) if you don’t want to The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro has a very nice lounge that stretches the width of the seventh floor and had balcony seating on each side with stunning views of either the Marapendi Lagoon or the Atlantic Ocean Access to the Grand Club was free for guests with Globalist status and those booked on the executive floor or in a suite The only option for parking was valet and the cars are parked in the hotel’s underground garage The cost was R$60 ($12) which was billed to the room and then will be reimbursed by Hyatt as part of the promotion that was running during our stay especially since there are no cheaper alternatives nearby but most guests that arrive by car are locals Hot Tip: World of Hyatt Globalist members always receive free parking on award stays Internet was fast and free throughout the property — just enter your name and room number and you are connected At night my wife and I were on social media and our daughter was streaming Disney+ and we never had any issues I even caught a brief signal when we were across the street at the beach I admittedly stayed far away from the gym on this trip With only 1 night to enjoy with my wife and 2 kids I should have swung by to at least snap some photos for this review — my apologies One of the great selling points for families at this property is the Kids’ Club that is full of toys and a giant play structure located on the main level of the hotel there were still recreational activities for kids provided and children over 5 years old could be dropped off and participate for free we saw a small group of kids and some instructors having a blast in the pool The pools at the Grand Hyatt are really nice There are 2 pools — 1 was deeper and had bungalows to rent and was right in front of the Cantô Gastrô & Lounge restaurant The other sits up and a bit further back and had more of a lounge feel it The main pool had multiple levels all the way around it so that you can place your lounge chair in the water yet stay dry This was also a great depth for small kids to sit and splash There were plenty of chairs and side tables around and the restaurant staff was busily circling taking food and drink orders The other pool was more focused on lounging and despite no signs saying so When we arrived there was a DJ playing house music and people were just lounging on the multiple levels I didn’t feel comfortable letting my kids run around and potentially ruin the vibe Another selling point of this hotel was the beach service you can show up with nothing and buy or rent everything you need from chairs and umbrellas to beers and bikinis so when you are at the beach the only thing you need to worry about is what you are going to eat or drink This service was available daily from 8 a.m Although the hotel doesn’t offer food and beverage service there are plenty of vendors selling everything you need there was a “permanent” stand right next to the hotel’s area with staff and menus with everything from mixed drinks to hamburgers available almost all of the vendors accepted credit cards We used Apple Pay (tap to pay) so that we didn’t have to worry about carrying our wallets and there is less risk of having your credit card cloned (which unfortunately is quite common in Brazil) We ordered beers for us and popsicles for the kids and while the prices were slightly inflated it was cheaper than the hotel and you can’t beat the convenience To get to the beach you will need your room key to exit a side door in the pool area and then cross 4 lanes of traffic Don’t worry — there was a crosswalk at a pedestrian stoplight Fun Fact: There is only 1 hotel in Rio de Janeiro with direct beach access — the Sheraton Grand Rio the staff recognized us as guests and escorted us to some open chairs and umbrellas After that point the hotel staff didn’t interact with us much — we were now at the mercy of the infamous Rio beach vendors…which was awesome Bottom Line: The beach service was a great balance because you can still arrive at the beach with just the basics but the hotel will provide you with chairs and umbrellas which normally people pay for in Rio you can enjoy (or ignore) the constant parade of beach vendors it’s a nice little perk as there are bike lanes going up and down the beach If you are looking for a nice treatment or massage I am very disappointed to report that neither my wife nor I were able to slip away for a massage the Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro is pet friendly Medium-sized dogs are welcome at a price of R$350 ($70) for up to 6 nights and will receive a bed and some food and water bowls to use during the stay A hotel review wouldn’t be complete nowadays without mentioning what the property was doing to reduce potential COVID-19 exposure The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro covered the basics quite well with social distancing cues and plexiglass shields installed where necessary we all had our temperatures taken with a touchless thermometer at the front door by a security member All guests and visitors must pass through this door and have their temperatures taken in order to enter the property you are able to use the side door near the pool that provides easier access to the beach guests must wear masks over their nose and mouth while in public areas of the hotel I was quite impressed with how well everyone At no point did I see a staff member without a mask or with a mask under their nose you can remove your mask while at the pool or while seated at the restaurant There were very few instances where I noticed a guest walking around without a mask and they very well may have been going to the pool there were plenty of hand sanitizing stations available there was a sign signaling that the room had been sanitized sanitizing wipes were available and the TV remote was stored in a clean plastic bag (that was hopefully changed in between guests) is requiring a negative COVID-19 test in order to board a plane from abroad many hotels are now offering on-site testing and this hotel is one of them Hyatt recently announced that select hotels in Mexico and South America will offer complimentary rapid antigen or PCR tests to guests traveling back to the U.S The tests are free for 2 guests per reservation but additional tests can be paid for on-site If a guest tests positive and cannot fly back Hyatt is offering a Travel Delay Rate which can be up to 50% off of the normal rate not only because it was the cheapest suite option but because you get views of both the lagoon and the ocean you don’t have to worry about any noise from the 4 lanes of traffic passing in front of the hotel A bonus for any #AvGeeks was that there was an airport somewhere behind the hotel and there was a steady traffic of low-flying private planes and helicopters passing over us you walk directly into the living room that had 2 walls of floor-to-ceiling windows and glass sliding doors with views of the lagoon On the left side of the living room was the entrance to the wrap-around balcony which had a table with 2 chairs as well as a lounge chair This was a great place to sit when we put the kids to bed The Ocean Lagoon Suite had 2 bathrooms — 1 full and 1 half bath (or lavabo in Portuguese) The full bathroom was gorgeous and enormous as it stretched the entire width of the suite At 1 end of the bathroom was a great rainfall shower At the other end of the bathroom was a toilet with a door In the middle of the bathroom was a bathtub And stretching from wall to wall was a massive counter with 2 sinks and enough mirrors to find all of your flaws The half bath is immediately on your right when you walk in the door After you make your way through the living room the bedroom is on the right-hand side behind the sliding mirror Our suite had a king bed and massive windows with great views of the lagoon The automatic blackout curtain that was controlled by a wall switch was a nice touch as well Against the wall was a small lounger/day bed To the right was a walk-in closet with enough shelving for an extended stay… I may need to complete my Globalist status run here… There were 2 bottles of water in the room waiting for us The crib for our 2-year-old was a pack and play and was already in the room when we arrived It came made up with a nice little selection of baby bath soaps and creams from Granado We had to call down to the front desk to request the rollaway bed for our 6-year-old but it was delivered in less than 10 minutes Our daughter certainly slept well on it after a day at the beach and being in a room with blackout curtains and the air conditioning on One of the downsides of the Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro was the price of food dollars the prices are actually quite reasonable This was another reason that booking the suite was worth it as having lounge access allowed us to feed the kids breakfast and dinner (and get us a few drinks) for no extra cost which translates to “kiosk,” was a small convenience store in the lobby of the hotel that was open 24 hours per day There were some delicious looking pastries and sweets and a nice selection of adult beverages… at a premium price Canto was the main restaurant just off the lobby with 2 bars and plenty of seating options and it was responsible for the pool service as well While we were at the pool we ordered some snacks and drinks and they were all delicious and arrived quickly… once we were able to flag down a staff member Breakfast was available in the main restaurant The food offerings were mostly pre plated and covered in plastic wrap There were plenty of sweets to choose from a popular fried snack with shredded chicken inside The spumante was refreshing after a long day by the pool The lounge spans the entire width of the seventh floor I don’t know which side had the better view Tano was the restaurant where breakfast was served daily from 7 a.m When we arrived the hostess asked for our room number and then escorted us to our table The restaurant was huge and very busy as there appeared to be a group staying at the hotel There were stations in each corner of the restaurant there really weren’t any lines or bottlenecks to get food There were plenty of fruit options for breakfast There was an omelet station with a lot of options for fillings No breakfast buffet in Brazil would be complete without some ham and cheese options I opted for another very popular (and healthy) breakfast choice here in Brazil — tapioca filled with whatever you want the breakfast was very good and the variety was impressive Shiso was a high-end sushi restaurant towards the back of the hotel that was open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday The restaurant has received numerous awards, including being featured in the Michelin Guide 1 thing that stuck out as a negative for us was the service at the pool and restaurant but at the same time we are sympathetic and understand how and why things happen But we just didn’t understand over the course of 2 days how unorganized and not-proactive the restaurant staff was It didn’t appear that they were understaffed — I will admit that the pool was quite busy — but the waiters walked around with their heads down never looking to see if guests needed anything After about 15 minutes of my wife and I casually trying to get someone’s attention And then walked back to our chair with the waiter so he could write down our table number The following day it was like pulling teeth trying to get someone to take our to-go order without us physically sitting down at a table Probably just a training opportunity that could be easily resolved but guests shouldn’t have to put too much effort in if they are going to spend R$100 (~$19) on a cocktail and a club sandwich the rest of our interactions with staff were excellent housekeeping was great with the kids’ stuff and the beach crew made us feel safe and comfortable Overall we had a great stay at the Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro and I can’t wait to go back for another staycation this appears to be a popular spot for locals to “get away” without actually getting away If you have World of Hyatt points there are some great redemption opportunities especially if you can take advantage of the suite offerings we got tremendous value from the Grand Club lounge and breakfast in the restaurant For Hyatt Credit Cardholders, you can use your annual category 1-4 free night certificate for a standard room at this property just note that there was a 3-person occupancy limit in the standard rooms For anyone in Rio looking for a resort with a little bit of everything I may end up spending all of my World of Hyatt points here — and I won’t complain so rooms start at just 12,000 World of Hyatt points You can also use your annual free night if you have a Hyatt Credit Card the Grand Hyatt Rio has a Grand Club executive lounge on the seventh floor It is open to guests with elite status or to those who book a suite or room on the executive floor Breakfast was only included in certain rates or if you have Globalist status with Hyatt the hotel has staff at the beach from 8 a.m every day to assist with beach chairs and umbrellas in Hospitality and Tourism Management and managed social media for all Marriott properties in South America making him a perfect fit for UP and its social media channels He has a passion for making content catered toward family travelers Plus — expert strategies to maximize your points & miles by joining our (free) newsletter We respect your privacy. 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these are the shining gems which adorn your brow the solid foundations of the eminence to which the people of the United States have exalted you in your election to rule the destinies of the richest and most powerful country in the world In every declaration of the founders of our independence there is found the same American spirit as one of the most influential members of the Brazilian press pointed out a few days ago when referring to Jose Joaquim da Maia who had the opportunity of conferring in France with Jefferson then Minister of the North American Republic with respect to the implantation of the republican form of government in our country another of those who struggled for the independence of this country died with a copy of the Constitution of the United States in his pocket The traditional international policy of Brazil and mutual confidence between the two governments and the two peoples will become even stronger which all expect to be both brilliant and fruitful a guarantee of peace—that condition so indispensable to continued progress and to undisturbed general prosperity and particularly as guardians and supreme interpreters of the Constitution by which we are governed and which differs but slightly from your own we can assure you that we apply it in the light of the teachings and lessons garnered from North American writers and jurists with whose works we are familiar there are but few expounders of constitutional doctrine and our incipient and hesitant jurisprudence can give but little help to have recourse to the commentators and judgments of the country whose political institutions served us as models— the United States of America I may add that our law of judicial organization stipulates that Brazilian judges shall use not only the statutes of cultured peoples in general but and "especially," those which govern juridic relations in the Republic of the United States of America and the cases of "common law" and "equity." Thanking Your Excellency once more for your courtesy I take this opportunity of expressing my sincere desire for greater political solidarity between the two nations for the increasing approximation of our reciprocal interests and for the greatness and prosperity of your country Address Before the Supreme Court of Brazil in Rio de Janeiro Online by Gerhard Peters and John T The American Presidency Project https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/node/372883 The American Presidency ProjectJohn Woolley and Gerhard PetersContact Twitter Facebook Copyright © The American Presidency ProjectTerms of Service | Privacy | Accessibility Celebrating community and volunteerism at the Brazilian Consulate On February 12th the Rio Branco Chair at the Brazil Institute Professor Karl Erik Schollhammer (KCL / CAPES / FAPERJ) organized an important event bringing together researchers from Brazil and the United Kingdom who work on social projects in informal peripheral settlements in Brazil The event was organized to exchange experiences and discuss how partnerships between universities and local NGOs have contributed to political mobilization and engaging the population in the most urgent territorial issues Initiatives and projects in the Rocinha favela and Complexo da Maré in Rio de Janeiro and Brasilândia in São Paulo were debated through the following presentations: The debates following the presentations focused on the theme of territory as a place of resistance and on how new strategies of territorial co-production emerging in peripheral communities are powerful for defending democracy in Latin America Reflecting on the processes of knowledge production as a source of power and the affirmation of insurgent citizenship (Holston amidst highly unequal cities impacted by war-driven urbanism and the logic of the city as a commodity the researchers assessed that the horizontal sociotechnical networks being created between universities and favela organizations are essential for an epistemic shift in the relationship between the university and these territories the participants of the Colloquium have stayed in contact planning the organization of new events The School of Life Course & Population Sciences and King’s Population Health Institute welcomed… Halting the building of new homes could help to address the dramatic decrease in the number and… Early recognition of the symptoms of breast cancer has a dramatic impact on survival rates Lecturer in Creative Writing in the Department of English +44 (0)20 7836 5454 IpanemaChevron All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. 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