Homeless resident accused of using dogs to attack pedestrians is arrested after confusion in Tijuca
A homeless man in Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, was arrested for allegedly using dogs to attack pedestrians, leading to a chaotic scene that resulted in multiple detentions and the rescue of the dogs.
Fire at Tijuca Mall: Civil Police indict five for deaths and point out serious security failures
The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro indicted five individuals following a deadly fire at the Tijuca Mall, citing severe security shortcomings.
Man is shot in Barra da Tijuca, Southwest Zone of Rio
A man was shot in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, on the morning of Wednesday, September 25.
Standard-bearer Lucinha Nobre announces retirement from Carnival after more than 40 parades
Lucinha Nobre, a prominent figure in Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, has announced her retirement after over 40 parades, marking the end of an era in the samba community.
Viradouro Champion: see which samba schools have the most titles in the Rio carnival
Viradouro is the champion of the Special Group of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival in 2026, achieving its fourth title and tying with Unidos da Tijuca.
Unidos da Tijuca and Império Serrano Honor Black Women at Carnival
Two samba schools from Rio de Janeiro, Unidos da Tijuca and Império Serrano, have notably honored Black women in their Carnival themes this year.
Juliana Alves, former queen of Unidos da Tijuca, parades in front of the school and returns in the last section
Juliana Alves, a former queen of the Unidos da Tijuca samba school, takes part in the carnival parade this year both at the front and in the final section of the procession.
'The Eyes of Hunger Were Mine': The Story of Carolina Maria de Jesus, Theme of Unidos da Tijuca
Carolina Maria de Jesus, a prominent Brazilian writer, will be honored by the Unidos da Tijuca samba school at this year's Rio Carnival for her significant contribution to literature that highlighted the issues of hunger and poverty.
Criminal sentenced to 20 years for robbery followed by murder in Barra da Tijuca arrested 7 years after the crime
Wanderson Alves, convicted of robbery followed by murder, was arrested by police in Rio de Janeiro seven years after the crime was committed.
Man arrested for throwing fire extinguisher at BRT driver in Rio
A man has been arrested for throwing a fire extinguisher at a BRT driver in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro.
Tom Maior and Unidos da Tijuca: see the days and times of the parades that honor Uberaba and Carolina Maria de Jesus
The 2026 Carnival in Brazil will feature parades by the samba schools Tom Maior and Unidos da Tijuca, which will pay tribute to the writer Carolina Maria de Jesus and the city of Uberaba, respectively.
Labrador puppy gets stuck in a gate and is rescued by firefighters in Barra da Tijuca; VIDEO
Firefighters successfully rescued a Labrador puppy that was trapped in a residential gate in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro.
Minas on the Avenue: MG1 Series Shows Carnival with a Minas Accent and Emotion that Became the Theme of Tom Maior and Unidos da Tijuca
In the 2026 Carnival, Minas Gerais will be a highlight in the samba parades of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, with schools telling parts of the state's story.
Thousands of fish appear dead in Barra da Tijuca, and biologist points to disposal after fishing as the main hypothesis
Thousands of dead corvina fish were found on the Barra da Tijuca beach, raising environmental concerns and prompting investigations into the cause.
Rio de Janeiro: far from Ipanema, the beach that increasingly attracts more tourists
The beach at Barra de Tijuca in Rio de Janeiro is becoming increasingly popular among tourists, particularly Argentines, due to its safety and family-friendly atmosphere.
Carnival float designer of Tijuca will try to present Carolina Maria de Jesus beyond the suffering known in her work
The Unidos da Tijuca samba school plans to showcase a more comprehensive view of author Carolina Maria de Jesus during Carnival 2026, moving beyond the themes of suffering typically associated with her life and work.
Video captures mother and baby hedgehog in Tijuca National Park
A video recorded in late December captured a mother and baby hedgehog in Tijuca National Park, showcasing a rare moment of care between them in the world's largest reforested urban forest.
Teenager and young man drown during religious luau at Barra Beach
A teenager and a young man drowned during a religious luau at Barra da Tijuca beach in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning, prompting an investigation by the Civil Police.
Bus catches fire in Barra
A bus caught fire in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, early Thursday morning, with witnesses suggesting an electrical malfunction as the cause.
Man killed by gunshot in Barra; witnesses say the victim was a robber
A 39-year-old man was shot dead in Barra da Tijuca while allegedly attempting to rob an armored car dealership, according to witnesses.
One month after the fire, the smell of smoke is still felt at Shopping Tijuca; basement remains closed
One month after the fire that killed two people at Shopping Tijuca, customers and store owners are still reporting a smell of smoke, and the basement along with part of the ground floor remains closed.