Operation arrests two drug trafficking suspects in Barra do PiraÃ
A police operation in Barra do Piraà resulted in the arrest of two individuals connected to drug trafficking from Rio's Rocinha community.
Videos of tourists at Rocinha's terraces go viral and generate debate about 'romanticizing poverty'
Tourists at Rocinha, Rio's largest favela, are capturing viral videos that have sparked debate over the romanticization of poverty amid record tourist numbers in the city.
Brazil, influencer posing for drones in the favelas of Rio: viral videos amid likes and scandals
In Rio de Janeiro's largest favela, Rocinha, tourists are filming drone videos for social media, attracting both admiration and criticism regarding the portrayal of poverty.
Police intercept drug dealers' car with R$ 200,000 intended for purchasing rifles in RJ slum
Police in Brazil thwarted a drug dealer's plan to buy rifles in the Rocinha community by intercepting a vehicle carrying R$ 200,000.
'It's not Rocinha, it's Cuiabá': entrepreneur recreates viral trend to value regional culture and tourism
A Brazilian entrepreneur recreated a viral video trend from a Rio de Janeiro favela to highlight and promote the culture and tourism of Cuiabá.
Pan Explosion Leaves Three Injured Next to School in Rocinha
A pan explosion near a school in Rocinha resulted in three injuries on Wednesday morning.
Terraces in Rocinha have giant lines of tourists and a two-hour wait for 360° drone videos
Tourists are waiting up to two hours at panoramic terraces in Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro, for drone videos capturing stunning views, highlighting the significant rise in popularity of the location.
"Favela tour": this is the viral terrace of Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro, where they charge more than $50,000 for a drone video
A new viral tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro's Rocinha favela offers high-quality drone videos against the stunning backdrop of the city, sparking significant interest on social media.
Drone videos transform Rocinha's rooftop into a new tourist attraction in Rio
A rooftop in Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro, has become a sought-after tourist spot, particularly for social media enthusiasts, sparking discussions about tourism and inequality.
They paid for a room with an ocean view and when they arrived, they got the surprise of their lives
A couple is suing a luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro after discovering their ocean view room actually overlooked the Rocinha favela.
"Favela Tour": This is the viral terrace of Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro, where they charge over $50,000 for a drone video
A new tourism boom in Rio de Janeiro's Rocinha favela, where tourists pay over $50,000 for drone videos, has gained traction on Instagram and TikTok.