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... we take stock of some of the brilliant, and not so great, moments during the Games.
Rising commodity and oil prices, coupled with political change, have fueled a strengthening of emerging markets, reports show.
Four American swimmers fabricated robbery charges after vandalising a gas station restroom.
The impeachment trial for suspended President Rousseff will last for four sessions on Aug. 25-26 and Aug. 29-30.
Odebrecht's testimony could turn undecided senators against convicting Rousseff in the upcoming impeachment proceedings.
The 2016 Olympic Games were formally opened in a joyful, musical ceremony at Rio's Maracana stadium.
There are fears that a guilty verdict could worsen Brazil's poltical turmoil.
Brazilian officials are working closely with allies to boost their anti-terrorism preparedness ahead of the Games.
A police statement said 65 people suspected of committing acts of violence and vandalism had been arrested since Friday.
The Olympic Games opening is scheduled for August 5.
