Here’s what it was like. The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro has 436 rooms, including 43 suites, and is in the Barra da Tijuca neighborhood, west of Zona Sul. The resort property sits across the ...

In all areas of Rio, remain vigilant with valuables due to pickpocketing, and keep in mind that some tourists have been involved in armed robberies (in these cases, always hand over your belongings).

It is followed by neighborhoods in the South Zone and ... excluding inflation. The Rio de Janeiro Carnival is a massive economic powerhouse, significantly impacting both the local and national ...

Residents complain of chemical contamination and declining fish stocks; Companies claim to take measures to mitigate impact ...

At least 14 states have passed laws that restrict students’ use of smartphones in schools. Vermont lawmakers are debating whether to follow suit.

The legacy of Pope Francis, who famously exhorted young Catholics to "shake things up" by taking the gospel to "favelas, ...

Armed with brushes and paint, volunteers touch up houses left standing after devastating floods last year that killed nearly ...

UNESCO didn’t agree with the Seven New Wonders of the World—but they’re still worth a visit, if you know how to navigate the ...

A lifelong supporter of Argentine club San Lorenzo, he agreed with those who describe soccer as the most beautiful game in ...

Creating a safe and livable future for humanity would appear to be an obvious goal for all. Yet the climate movement has never faced a more hostile and coordinated opposition.