Residents clashed with police in Rio de Janeiro in fresh protests at forced expulsions and demolitions in a slum near the famed Maracana stadium ahead of this year's World Cup. Rio authorities stepped up security after the demolition of houses in the area sparked protests at the Metro slum overlooking the Maracana. The area is being cleared as Brazil looks to spruce up the district in time for the World Cup in June, while the Maracana will host the July 13 final.