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Rio de Janeiro will not make good on its Olympic pledge of slashing the flow of raw sewage and garbage into the Guanabara Bay, where the 2016 games' sailing and wind surfing competitions are to be held.
Rio de Janeiro will not make good on its Olympic pledge of slashing the flow of raw sewage and garbage into the Guanabara Bay, where the 2016 games' sailing and wind surfing competitions are to be held, the state's top environmental...
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Pacification programme turns shanty towns into prime real estate
January 8, 2013
1. Wide top shot of Vidigal favela with sea in background
2. Pan from ocean to Vidigal favela
3. Wide of homes on hill in Vidigal
4. Wide of cars driving along Vidigal's main road
5. People getting out of car on main...
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BRAZIL: ELDERLY TAKE PART IN CARNIVAL FUN
Portuguese/Nat
As carnival fever continues to grip Brazil, a group of senior citizens have proved that you are never too old to party.
Each year the group sambas through the streets of Rio de Janeiro, showing the youngsters how it's...
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Police clash with protesters angered by cost of staging sporting events
1. Wide of protesters on ground, tear gas in air, zoom into protester being carried away
2. Travelling shot of riot police advancing towards protesters and firing tear gas
3. Wide of protesters running away from tear gas, zoom into riot...
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BRAZIL: RIO: ANNUAL "LAST SUPPER MASS" HELD IN CATHEDRAL
Natural Sound
Twelve homeless people in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, had their feet washed and kissed by the city's Archbishop as part of their Easter celebrations.
The annual ceremony is a re-enactment of the Last Supper which Christ held...
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Fifty thousand Beatles fans take to the streets dressed as the Fab Four
AP Entertainment
Rio de Janeiro - 11 Feb 2013
1. Pan of crowd at Sgt. Pepper block party in Flamengo Park
2. Percussionists playing at block party
3. Pan from band playing in front of red Sgt. Pepper double decker bus to crowd
4. Mid of...
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Oil industry executives meet for 17th world congress
1. Wide shot of guests entering the venue for the opening ceremony
2. Wide of guests entering
3. Mid shot of Ali Rodriguez Araque, president of Venezuela's national oil company (PDVSA)
4. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Ali Rodriguez Araque,...
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Highlights from the Coven show at Brazil fashion week
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - 12 January 2011
1. Pan of people awaiting Coven presentation
2. Mid of people awaiting presentation
3. Various of catwalk show
4. Pre...
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Preparations ahead of the Confederations Cup Final
1. Wide of outdoor market in downtown Rio de Janeiro with Brazilian flags hanging from the shops
2. Pan from left to right of hats in yellow and green, the colours of the Brazilian flag
3. Mid of yellow and green horns
4. Wide of a...
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BRAZIL: RIO: CIMEIRA SUMMIT: PINOCHET
Spanish/Nat
Chilean President Eduardo Frei has insisted the Chilean government will use all political
and legal means to continue to press for the release of former dictator Augusto Pinochet.
His comments came after a private meeting...
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Same sex couples protest Moscow's anti-gay policies at Russian embassies across the region
Protesters gathered in several countries around the world on Sunday in solidarity with Russia's embattled gay community.
The kissing demonstrations, called "To Russia With Love," occurred in 50 cities, according to local media...
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Brazil: Life in a Favela
Meet the inhabitants of Rocinha, one of Brazil's biggest slums. How does living in informal housing, with little infrastructure, affect them? Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. Rocinha, in Rio de Janeiro, is Brazil's...
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Exploring Guanabara Bay: A Natural Wonder of the World
This video introduces Guanabara Bay, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Learn about its fascinating geological history, rich biodiversity, and iconic landscapes. Despite pollution and...
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People of the Amazon and Rio de Janeiro
People of the Amazon and Rio de Janeiro compares and contrasts the daily lives and economic decisions of people in the Amazon and Rio de Janeiro.
Schooling Online
Lucy Walker's Waste Land - Overall Plot Summary
Can art really change people’s lives? Join us as we follow Vik Muniz’s artistic adventure into Brazil’s biggest dumpsite - Jardim Gramacho. There he will engage the help of several ‘catadores’ (recyclable material pickers) to make big,...
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Lucy Walker's Waste Land - Part 3 Summary
After the shocking crime at the headquarters for the Association of Pickers, the catadores’ spirits are lifted by their amazing progress in the studio. But the hour of truth is approaching: how much will the portraits sell for? Vik...
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Lucy Walker's Waste Land - Part 2 Summary
Vik and Fabio select their portrait candidates from among the catadores. Inspiration for the project starts to flow as the catadores embrace the process. When Vik gathers the catadores in his studio, the teamwork begins and a masterpiece...
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Lucy Walker's Waste Land - Part 1 Summary
Brazilian-born artist Vik Muniz has made it big in the US. Now he’s returning to Brazil for his next project: a portrait series using garbage. Watch as Vik enters Brazil’s biggest landfill and meets the people who work there: the...
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Lucy Walker's Waste Land - Context
How did a British filmmaker fall in love with landfills? Waste Land is Lucy Walker’s love letter to Brazil’s most resourceful people - the catadores. Join us to find out what inspired her and how she linked up with Brazilian artist Vik...
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Olympic Games 2016: Rio de Janeiro's polluted waters might put athletes' health at risk
An investigation conducted by the Associated Press found that the waters in Brazil's Guanabara Bay, Copacabana Beach and Rodrigo de Freitas Lake where athletes will compete during the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games are full of human...
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25 killed in Rio de Janeiro police operation
At least 25 people, including one police officer, have been killed in a police operation in Rio de Janeiro, according to the New York Times.
Economics Explained
The Wild Economy of Brazil
Brazil is currently the 9th largest economy in the world, according to the International Monetary Fund. This means that if the nation does make the jump from developing to developed, it could rival economic superpowers like Germany,...
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Rio de Janeiro: A Tropical Paradise of Beauty and Charm
In this video, we explore the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, known for its rich history, diverse culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Join us as we take you on a virtual tour of this Southern American gem, showcasing the old and the...
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¿Quién inventó la Internet?
¿Cuál es el origen de Internet? ¿Cómo surgió la red global? Veamos la historia de la red de redes y lleguemos hasta las hipermediaciones de Carlos Scolari