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An aerial view of Rio de Janeiro's Ipanema beach. Courtesy Getty Images
An aerial view of Rio de Janeiro's Ipanema beach. Courtesy Getty ImagesRio's famed beaches to remain closed until a Covid-19 vaccine is available
The city's mayor has announced that sunbathing and swimming will remain off limits for the foreseeable future