The #RioProblems hashtag gained global prominence during the lead-up to and duration of the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. It was initially used by journalists and athletes to document infrastructure issues, water pollution, and security concerns at the Olympic Village. However, it quickly evolved into a self-deprecating badge of honor for locals (Cariocas), who used it to satirize the daily absurdities of living in the city, from unpredictable traffic and extreme weather to the ironies of local bureaucracy. Today, the meme serves as a relatable way to vent about the chaotic yet vibrant nature of life in Brazil's most famous coastal city, capturing everything from 'Gambiarras' to the heat.