WorldRousseff's day of judgment latest crisis for BrazilBrazil's Senate has begun the impeachment trial of President Dilma Rousseff and could permanently oust her as soon as next week.26 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelBrazil: Rio's big-city rivalSao Paulo's just a 60-minute flight from the Olympic host city, but worlds apart in spirit and style.21 Aug 11:55 PM
OlympicsThe lengths Zac Efron goes to for fansZac Efron has revealed he felt compelled to fly all the way to Rio to meet US gymnast Simone Biles as soon as he heard she was a fan of his.19 Aug 05:53 AM
OlympicsIs this the unhappiest gold medallist?As well as a gold medal, this North Korean athlete has picked up another title in Rio - the saddest medal winner at the Games.17 Aug 03:11 PM
WorldWrong turn almost fatal for Rio copA police officer has been shot in the head after he took a wrong turn and entered a slum run by drug gangs in Rio de Janeiro.12 Aug 05:48 AM
OlympicsWhere is Eric the Eel now?His gutsy swim at the 2000 Sydney Games made him a cult figure, but what has become of Eric Moussambani since?10 Aug 12:42 PM
OlympicsMan impaled on fence at OlympicsYet another mishap to hit the Olympic games - this time a man is reported to have been impaled on a fence outside media accommodation in Rio.10 Aug 11:25 AM
WorldBlame it on Rio GamesBrazil won the right to host the Olympics when times were good. But locals are now not so sure the city is up to the task.05 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldRussian diplomat shoots Rio muggerThe Russian vice-consul in Rio de Janeiro shot dead an armed mugger who had tried to hold him up in his car.04 Aug 10:20 PM
WorldF1 boss's former pilot arrested over kidnappingFormer helicopter pilot has been arrested in connection with the kidnapping of Ecclestone's mother-in-law, who was rescued by Brazilian police.02 Aug 08:16 PM
TravelWould you rent in Rio's slums on Airbnb?A dire hotel accommodation shortage has opened the city's poorest favelas to tourists.01 Aug 03:44 AM
SportKidnapped kiwi: More details to comeThe Kiwi sportsman allegedly kidnapped by military police in Brazil says there's more to come in the bizarre tale.30 Jul 07:15 PM
New Zealand'Kidnapped' Kiwi and partner flee RioThe NZ sportsman kidnapped by men in police uniform in Rio de Janeiro this week is now safely in Toronto.28 Jul 09:48 PM
Sport'Kidnapped' Kiwi and partner safe in RioKiwi sportsman Jason Lee, who alleged he was kidnapped by police in Rio this week, is safe after a second scare in the Olympics host city.26 Jul 04:25 AM
WorldNZH Focus: Tiny primate back from brink in RioOn NZ Herald Focus - Get up close to a golden lion tamarin in Rio de Janeiro.26 Jul 12:05 AM
WorldZika: The babies who cannot stop cryingUnited States efforts on the Zika virus have been so focused on prevention, almost no firm plans have been made for the care of the nation's first dozen Zika babies.25 Jul 03:32 AM
TravelFrom safety to Samba: A guide to RioFor those brave enough to make the trip, Rio de Janeiro is a city rich with potential rewards.13 Jul 02:06 AM
OlympicsToo white? NZ Olympic team race debateCOMMENT: Polynesian communities will be hopelessly under-represented in the New Zealand Olympic team in Brazil. Dylan Cleaver explains why.12 Jul 10:30 PM
TravelRio a tale of two cities, pre-OlympicsAcross town in crumbling, working-class areas, there are few signs that the Rio de Janeiro Olympics open in just a month.11 Jul 01:00 AM
OpinionRio boils over just ahead of GamesCOMMENT: With less than a month to go until Rio, serious concerns have been raised about the safety of tourists and teams arriving in the city.06 Jul 12:41 AM
TravelWhy you won't regret visiting Rio de JaneiroRio is polluted, dangerous and often downright overwhelming. Alexis Carey recommends you don't miss it.05 Jul 04:30 AM
TravelHealth and safety tips for Rio travellersWith the Olympics only a month away, the spotlight is on Brazil as it prepares for half a million tourists from around the world to arrive.04 Jul 07:00 PM
OpinionRio ready to receive Olympic fansCOMMENT: Today Brazil can say with confidence: we are ready to host the first Olympic and Paralympic Games to take place in South America.04 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelBrazil: Sitting on a gold mineWhat's in the basement of his hotel? Nicholas Jones knows, but will he be allowed to go there?22 Jun 05:00 AM
WorldRye Hunt's ashes return homeThe ashes of Australian man Rye Hunt have returned home to Tasmania after he was cremated in Brazil.19 Jun 11:09 PM
WorldRye Hunt confirmed dead by Julie BishopThe family and partner of Australian backpacker Rye Hunt, who has been confirmed dead in Brazil, have spoken of their grief.11 Jun 04:28 AM
WorldBody found in search for Rye HuntA body has been found in the search for missing Australian backpacker Rye Hunt, his family said today. They now await DNA testing results.08 Jun 07:13 PM
WorldBrazilian police wrap up search for AustralianSeventeen days since going missing, Brazilian authorities are convinced Australian backpacker Rye Hunt drowned at sea.08 Jun 05:27 AM
WorldBrazil's 'Butler' a smooth operatorMichel Temer, is a career politician with a reputation as a skilled negotiator and smooth behind-the-scenes operator.13 May 05:30 PM
WorldNumbers against RousseffA majority of Brazil's Senate had indicated by last night that they will vote to put President Dilma Rousseff on trial for breaking budget laws12 May 05:00 PM
WorldJudgment day arrives for Brazil's RousseffBrazilian President Dilma Rousseff's political future hangs on a vote that is scheduled to take place on Monday in the lower house of Congress.15 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelBrazil: Snap happyA vast roll call of exotic critters entertain Nicholas Jones in the world's biggest wetland15 Apr 03:00 AM
OlympicsRio glory has a dark sideWhen Brazil was awarded the Olympics in 2009, the country was booming. Now it is in the middle of a crippling recession.09 Apr 05:00 PM
