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Building a Cinematic Bond with Refugees in Times of Crisis
A Brazilian filmmaker hopes that the uncertainty brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic will generate more empathy and solidarity towards others, including refugees, an optimistic position also adopted by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in the South American country. Karim Aïnouz is the director of “Central Airport THF,” a documentary that describes the situation of…
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True Survival Story Opens Minds and Dialogues about Mental Health
Mark Henick was precariously on the wrong side of the railing on a crumbling concrete overpass. The bridge connected two realities and, for Henick, it had become a symbol of escape — in one way or another. A voice behind him tried to help. A crowd gathered. Siren lights flashed in his peripheral vision. Surrounded,…
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Take a “NYC-cation” in the Five Boroughs
NYC & Company, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York, is encouraging locals and regional visitors to take a “NYC-cation” by heading to a beach in Staten Island, the Bronx River Greenway, or a sculpture park in Queens. Taking a staycation in the five boroughs…
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São Paulo, “The Land of Drizzle”
São Paulo is enormous: 12 million people live there in the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere and the third largest in the Americas. São Paulo boasts over 100 museums, 120 theaters, around 300 cinemas, as well as various parks and green areas. It is the Latin American capital of conventions and events, with a…
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U.S. Government Adjusts Entry Strategy for COVID-19 for International Air Passengers
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the U.S. Government (USG) is innovating and adopting a new approach to help keep international air passengers healthy. The new, more effective strategy focuses on the travel continuum and the individual passenger, including pre-boarding and post-arrival education, efforts to develop a potential testing framework with international partners, and disease response.…
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New York State Division of Consumer Protection Offers Online Safety Tips at the Start of the New School Year
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is advising parents, guardians, and caregivers to review their online settings as the new school year begins. Whether their children are attending school in person, virtually, or following a hybrid schedule, the start of a new school year is a great time to ensure that everyone’s…
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New York State Office for the Aging Urges Older Adults and Caregivers to Learn the Warning Signs and Symptoms of Sepsis
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) urges caregivers and older adults in New York to recognize the early signs of sepsis, a serious and potentially fatal condition, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Kenzie Academy Opens Campus in Brazil
Kenzie Academy announces international expansion with the opening of a campus in Curitiba, Brazil, to train technology talent and combat the shortage of professionals in the sector.
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Jalapão, the paradise of adventures in Tocantins
When you arrive in Jalapão, leave your cell phone at home. Pay close attention to the region’s nature and plan your activities. You won’t need to carry your phone with you. But there’s another good reason for this: there is no signal. Located in a remote area of Tocantins, Jalapão is undoubtedly one of Brazil’s…
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Education and Competitiveness in Brazil
While Brazil has seen a decline in learning poverty rates over the past 10 years, mainly due to its efforts in elementary education, it still faces a learning poverty rate of 48%. This means that 48% of Brazilian children aged 10 cannot read and understand a simple story. At a recent event organized by Todos…