With 5 Weeks To Go Until The Olympics, How Prepared Is Rio?
Every week seems to bring unwelcome news in the run-up to the Olympics. This week, dismembered body parts washed up on a Rio beach. But how bad are things, really?
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Has Zika Pushed More Women Toward Illegal Abortions?
A new study offers some intriguing clues.
Jaguar Used In Olympic Torch Ceremony Escapes, Is Shot Dead
The Brazilian army says a soldier fatally shot the jaguar, which had slipped out of its leash shortly after it was displayed as part of an Olympic torch relay event in the Amazonian city of Manaus.
Lighting Our Way To The Summer Olympics
Brazil has a flair for both spectacle and athletic excellence. But the country also faces questions about its preparations and its political stability.
For Olympic Sailors And Fishermen Alike, Rio's Dirty Bay Sets Off Alarms
Guanabara Bay will host the Olympic sailing competition in August. But it's so heavily polluted, it threatens the livelihoods of those who depend on its waters.
Is The Risk Of Catching Zika Greater In Poor Neighborhoods?
A statement of advice for visitors to the Olympics, from WHO, initially said to avoid impoverished areas to reduce the risk of Zika. Does research back it up?
For The First Time, A Team Of Refugees Will Compete At The Olympics
Ten refugees — swimmers, runners and judo athletes — have been named to the first-ever Olympics refugee team. They'll compete this August in Rio, where two of the refugee athletes already live.
As Olympics Near, Violence Grips Rio's 'Pacified' Favelas
Rio de Janeiro made a big push to provide security in its shantytowns. But some, which were touted as models, are again plagued by gang violence that has terrified residents.
World Health Organization Dismisses Calls To Move Or Postpone Rio Olympics
"[C]ancelling or changing the location of the 2016 Olympics will not significantly alter the international spread of Zika virus," WHO says, after scientists called for the Games to be moved.
Outcry Follows Gang Rape In Brazil, Raising Alarms About Sexual Violence
Police say they are investigating the possible rape of a 16-year-old girl by at least 30 men — and an online video. Activists are calling attention to violence against women in the country.