Brazil: Dogs join Rio Carnival parade

France 24 · Feb 15, 2026 · Collected from RSS

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The world’s biggest street party has taken over the heart of Rio de Janeiro, as millions of people flood the city ahead of its iconic carnival celebrations. Rio City Hall expects around six million revelers to join the festivities, with Caitlin Brown giving us a sneak peek.

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