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How to Help Prepare Young People for the Job Market
Student loan debt is on the rise, and unfortunately, the high cost of tuition does not guarantee that graduates will find well-paying and meaningful jobs after earning a degree. “Our education and workforce development systems are broken right now, and as a result, the country is facing a crisis,” says Mark C. Perna, workforce development…
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Prefabricated Housing: An Affordable Solution
With the cost of housing continuing to rise faster than wages, it’s no surprise that many Americans across the country are struggling to make ends meet. Fortunately, solutions already exist to address the shortage of affordable housing, experts say. For example, more than 22 million people in the U.S. now live in prefabricated housing –…
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Panama Airport: Hub of the Americas
At the Panama Airport, Copa Airlines has created a hub for connections flights between the Americas and Brazil. The “hub of the Americas” offers a range of advantages for passengers seeking convenience and quality. The major difference for travelers flying with Copa Airlines connecting in Panama is the exemption from immigration and customs in Panama.…
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Pará Cuisine Stands Out
When it comes to cuisine, the state of Pará is among the national stars, with a gastronomy that values indigenous culture, seasoned with Portuguese and African influences. This regional mix makes Belém (the state capital) stand out in this area, as the highest-rated destination by foreign tourists who visited Brazil in 2016, according to a…
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The biggest Brazilian party of all is coming!
Once a year, New York turns green and yellow to celebrate Brazilian culture and spirit. The most anticipated party of the year, BR Day NY, will take place on September 2, during Labor Day weekend, from 11 AM to 6 PM, on 6th Avenue, in the heart of Manhattan. This sensational celebration is one of…
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Have you heard of Maragogi?
On the northern coast of Alagoas lies the city of Maragogi, the second largest tourist center in the state, about 124 km from the capital Maceió. Due to the beauty of its beaches and tranquility, Maragogi is a highly sought-after destination in the region. Tourism, the main local activity, has been responsible for the city’s…
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And in Eight Years… The World Cup Will Be Here!
The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America. Canada, Mexico, and the United States have been honored with hosting the world’s most extraordinary sporting event. The bidding process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup resulted in the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) selecting the joint bid of the United States / Canada /…
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Brazilian E-commerce: Market Value of US$ 100 Billion
E-commerce can create US$ 100 billion in market value for internet companies in Brazil over the next five years. The forecast is from Fabrício Bloisi, CEO of Movile, a company that develops applications, games, educational materials, and payment methods. The segment today represents about 5% of retail sales in Brazil, compared to 20% in China.…
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Brazil Saves Record Number of Lives
A survey conducted by the Brazilian Government shows that the number of organ donors has reached record numbers. The data was collected from the Brazilian Association of Organ Transplantation (ABTO) and shows that the country is experiencing the best donation scenario in 20 years. In 2016, there were 25,000 transplants, while in 2017 this number…
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US Wants to Launch Satellites from Brazil
The Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence, visited Brasília at the end of June for bilateral meetings with Brazilian President Michel Temer and other government officials.One of the original objectives of Pence’s trip to Brazil was to strengthen trade relations between the two nations. However, negotiations regarding a possible authorization from Brazil to…