Every published story from Rio de Janeiro, newest first.
Politics
New national policy on housing subsidies means changes to eligibility and funding in Rio, with potential impacts on waiting lists and local development projects.
By Rio de Janeiro Policy Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read
property
A growing number of Cariocas are struggling to keep rent below a third of their income as costs rise in popular neighborhoods from Copacabana to Méier.
By Rio de Janeiro Property Desk · July 24, 2026 · 3 min read
culture
As established galleries recalibrate, a new generation of artists is staking a claim on the city's cultural geography.
By Rio de Janeiro Culture Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read
wellness
From the Lagoa to Lapa, here’s how newcomers can find their way into mindfulness in the Marvelous City.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 3 min read
culture
The Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro combines public visitation with living collections, research and conservation work.
By Rio de Janeiro Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read
wellness
From Ipanema health food stores to Zona Norte street markets, cariocas are discovering that beans, fish, and tropical seeds can carry the nutritional weight that beef once monopolized.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
Rio residents stretch limited funds by focusing on seasonal produce and neighborhood markets to keep meals balanced and affordable.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read
wellness
From art deco lidos in Copacabana to saltwater havens in Urca, Rio’s alfresco swimming spots are making waves among local lap swimmers.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
From Copacabana to the Zona Norte, cariocas are losing sleep at an alarming rate, but researchers and local wellness practitioners say the fix is closer than most people think.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 22, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
With Cariocas increasingly rethinking their diets, plant-based and alternative proteins are getting a fresh look from Ipanema to Tijuca.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 19, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
Cariocas are reclaiming their mental health one screenless hour at a time, and the science backs them up.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 19, 2026 · 4 min read
culture
A careful planning guide for checking official visitor information, exhibitions and access details before visiting Museu do Amanhã at Praça Mauá.
By Rio de Janeiro Desk · July 19, 2026 · 2 min read
things-to-do
A practical guide to checking the Tour Maracanã programme, match-day changes, tickets and access before visiting Rio’s football stadium.
By Rio de Janeiro Desk · July 19, 2026 · 2 min read
things-to-do
What the official ICMBio profile says about Parque Nacional da Tijuca and how to use the park’s current visitor information responsibly.
By Rio de Janeiro Desk · July 18, 2026 · 2 min read
culture
How to check access, guided-tour notices, the library collection and the current visitor arrangements at Rio’s Real Gabinete Português de Leitura.
By Rio de Janeiro Desk · July 18, 2026 · 2 min read
things-to-do
A practical, source-led guide to the official Paineiras Corcovado visitor route, transport arrangements and planning checks for a visit to Christ the Redeemer.
By Rio de Janeiro Desk · July 15, 2026 · 2 min read
news
Expanded police patrols and community programs in vulnerable neighbourhoods show early results, but residents say the city must do more to prevent violence before it happens.
By Rio de Janeiro News Desk · July 11, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
Rio residents head to specific parks at first light to practice yoga and meditation before the city wakes up.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 10, 2026 · 1 min read
wellness
From Ipanema health stores to Madureira market stalls, Rio de Janeiro's richest protein options have nothing to do with a churrasco.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 3, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
From Santa Teresa to Tijuca, Rio's classrooms are quietly turning to meditation-and the science behind the push is hard to ignore.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 3, 2026 · 3 min read
property
Vacancy rates across Rio de Janeiro's most sought-after neighbourhoods have collapsed to historic lows, turning apartment hunting into an endurance sport for anyone without deep pockets.
By Rio de Janeiro Property Desk · July 24, 2026 · 4 min read
property
Rio renters face 20-35% rent hikes at renewal. Learn negotiation strategies for Botafogo, Tijuca, and Zona Sul as vacancy rates hit historic lows ahead of 2027 Pan Am Games.
By Rio de Janeiro Property Desk · July 24, 2026 · 4 min read
things-to-do
What the official Parque Bondinho Pão de Açúcar site tells visitors to check before taking the cable car between Rio’s iconic mountains.
By Rio de Janeiro Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read
wellness
Cariocas are losing sleep to their phones, and the science is more nuanced, and more alarming, than most people realise.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 4 min read
wellness
Council-run sports centers in Rio de Janeiro run dozens of weekly group classes that mix locals of all ages and fitness levels.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read
Politics
The bill creates a public tracking system for state transport contracts and requires quarterly updates on spending from the 2025 budget allocation of R$ 1.8 billion.
By Rio de Janeiro Policy Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read
finance
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Rio de Janeiro investors and retirement balances.
By Markets Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read
property
A growing number of young professionals in Rio are turning to rent-vesting as property prices race ahead in key neighbourhoods.
By Rio de Janeiro Property Desk · July 24, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
From Ipanema açaí bowls to Centro bean stalls, Cariocas have long eaten well without putting beef at the centre of every plate, and nutritionists say the rest of the world is finally catching up.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Politics
City residents can expect targeted investment in public transport, basic services, and job programs under new municipal budget priorities.
By Rio de Janeiro Policy Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read
wellness
New research cuts through the myths about blue light and bedtime scrolling, and the findings matter for a city that never quite powers down.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 22, 2026 · 4 min read
wellness
From Barra da Tijuca security guards to Centro hospital nurses, hundreds of thousands of cariocas are losing sleep to irregular schedules, and the health cost is quietly compounding.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 22, 2026 · 4 min read
wellness
Rio's noise and humidity disrupt sleep more than stress. Learn how to optimize your bedroom temperature, light, and soundproofing for better rest in Ipanema, Santa Teresa, and beyond.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 22, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
While visitors queue for Corcovado and Copacabana, cariocas are lacing up their trainers and disappearing into a network of forest paths that most guidebooks never mention.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 22, 2026 · 3 min read
finance
A sharp rise in crude prices and a bruising session for US tech stocks are reshaping the calculus for Rio de Janeiro's resource-linked economy.
By Markets Desk · July 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Politics
Rio de Janeiro's municipal government has implemented stricter emissions and accessibility requirements for public transport operators, aligning the city with standards already in place in São Paulo and Brasília.
By Rio de Janeiro Policy Desk · July 10, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
Discover the community-driven initiatives in Rio de Janeiro that are making a difference in the lives of its residents
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 7, 2026 · 2 min read
Technology
From Porto Maravilha startups to Flamengo's corporate tech hubs, the skills gap is widening and salaries are moving with it.
By Rio de Janeiro Tech Desk · July 7, 2026 · 3 min read
news
Thousands of duplicate and broken images buried in municipal databases are blocking cariocas from finding permits, planning records, and neighbourhood history online.
By Rio de Janeiro News Desk · July 4, 2026 · 3 min read
property
New apartment projects designed specifically for renters are challenging traditional home buying in Barra and Centro-here’s how the numbers really stack up for Cariocas.
By Rio de Janeiro Property Desk · July 4, 2026 · 3 min read
wellness
Rio's love affair with the afternoon rest is backed by science, but the timing and length of your nap can make or break your night.
By Rio de Janeiro Wellness Desk · July 3, 2026 · 4 min read