Pope Francis is visiting the Brazilian slum Varginha as part of his trip to Rio de Janeiro to celebrate World Youth Day. People observe priest Marcio Queiroz (back center) celebrate Mass inside the ...

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — As record numbers of tourists descend upon Rio de Janeiro, many are looking beyond the city’s iconic landmarks, seeking instead local tours in the city's favelas to learn more ...

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RIO DE JANEIRO, June 10 (Reuters) - England midfielder Adam Lallana said he was left humbled after he and several team mates set aside their World Cup preparations to visit a Rio de Janeiro favela.

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — As authorities in Brazil tackled crime earlier this decade, opening Rio de Janeiro’s hillside favelas to tourists seemed like a winning idea. The views are breathtaking, the slum ...