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Rio says farewell to the 2016 Paralympics in a closing ceremony showcasing Brazil's passion for music and celebrating what many consider to have been a surprisingly successful Games. IMAGES of fireworks
A spectacular fireworks display lights the sky during the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium. IMAGES
Europe's International Olympic Committee chief was arrested Wednesday in Rio de Janeiro over an alleged international Olympic ticket sales scam, police said. Patrick Joseph Hickey, from Ireland, reportedly fell ill during his arrest and was taken to hospital. IMAGES of hospital
The Rio Olympics opening ceremony started with fireworks and laser lit choreography on Friday as Brazil sought to forget seven years of troubled preparations and the Olympic movement to temporarily put aside its doping crisis. IMAGES of fireworks from outside the Maracana stadium
Rio de Janeiro's Maracana Stadium is showered with fireworks as the 2016 Olympic Games officially open. IMAGES
The Olympic torch arrives at the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, in the hands of former Brazilian beach volleyball star Isabel Salgado, just hours ahead of the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. IMAGES