Philippines: Protests Over Flood-Control Corruption Turn Violent in Manila

On Sunday, tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Manila to protest alleged corruption in government flood-control projects. Demonstrators clashed with police at multiple locations, including Ayala Bridge, Recto, and Mendiola, throwing rocks and firebombs. The unrest resulted in over 200 arrests and at least 50 people hospitalized, including nearly 100 police officers who were injured. Some protesters were detained for allegedly setting fire to a truck.

Rio stepping up work for 2016 Olympics

Rio stepping up work for 2016 Olympics

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Construction of a handball facility is under way at an Olympic park in the Barra da Tijuca area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in October 2014 as preparations get into full swing for the 2016 Games.

Rio prepares for 2016 Olympics

Rio prepares for 2016 Olympics

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Stadium construction is under way at an Olympic park in the Barra da Tijuca area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in October 2014 as preparations get into full swing for the 2016 Games.

Athletes' village under construction for Rio Olympics

Athletes' village under construction for Rio Olympics

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - An athletes' village is under construction in the Barra da Tijuca area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in October 2014 as preparations get into full swing for the 2016 Olympic Games.

Zico surprised with JFA invitation to coach squad

Zico surprised with JFA invitation to coach squad

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Former Brazil midfielder Zico speaks at his soccer center on July 10 in the beach district of Barra da Tijuca in western Rio de Janeiro. He said he was surprised with the invitation from Japan's Football Association to coach the national squad for the next World Cup competition. (World Cup 2002)

Key Rio metro under construction 6 months before start of Olympics

Key Rio metro under construction 6 months before start of Olympics

Photo taken Feb. 1, 2016, from a chartered helicopter shows the new metro "Line 4" under construction in Rio de Janeiro, with just over half a year to go to the start of the Olympics in the Brazilian city. The new subway line will link the Barra da Tijuca area, which will be the heart of the Rio Games, and the tourist zone of Copacabana in 38 minutes. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Zico surprised with JFA invitation to coach squad

Zico surprised with JFA invitation to coach squad

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Former Brazil midfielder Zico speaks at his soccer center on July 10 in the beach district of Barra da Tijuca in western Rio de Janeiro. He said he was surprised with the invitation from Japan's Football Association to coach the national squad for the next World Cup competition. (World Cup 2002)

Rio stepping up work for 2016 Olympics

Rio stepping up work for 2016 Olympics

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Construction of a handball facility is under way at an Olympic park in the Barra da Tijuca area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in October 2014 as preparations get into full swing for the 2016 Games. (Kyodo)

Athletes' village under construction for Rio Olympics

Athletes' village under construction for Rio Olympics

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - An athletes' village is under construction in the Barra da Tijuca area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in October 2014 as preparations get into full swing for the 2016 Olympic Games. (Kyodo)