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Discover the Two Brazilian Villages Nominated for a UN Global Award
Antônio Prado and Linha Bonita, in the Serra Gaúcha, are among the eight Brazilian destinations nominated for the UN Tourism “Best Tourist Villages” award.
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Iguaçu Falls in Brazil and Argentina – Everything You Want to Know
“My poor Niagara…” That’s what Eleanor Roosevelt said upon seeing the Iguaçu Falls. The Iguaçu Falls consist of two national parks, one in Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil) and the other in Puerto Iguazú (Argentina). The curious thing is that, although the falls are seen as the main attraction, the park spans 252,982 hectares (67,720 on…
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Are We on the Brink of a Third World War?
Growing Tensions Around the World Geopolitical flashpoints are intensifying. The war in Ukraine continues to evolve, with NATO and Russia locked in a high-risk confrontation. In the Middle East, tensions between Israel and Iran, combined with the US military posture, have escalated to the highest levels in decades. In Gaza, the world has watched as…
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Supreme Court Limits National Injunctions in Birthright Citizenship Order
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision divided along ideological lines on Friday, ruled in favor of the Trump administration’s request to limit national injunctions issued by federal courts. The opinion in the birthright citizenship case was highly anticipated. At issue was how lower courts should handle President Trump’s executive order, which declared that children…
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How hot is too hot for kids to play outside?
The heat wave that’s baking millions of people across the country has left some parents wondering: Is it safe for my kids to play outside? With school vacations, kids are spending more time at home or in summer camps. Additionally, there are always youth sports and younger children going to daycares. For Dr. Jess Weisz,…
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Trump Reaffirms Ceasefire After Exchange of Attacks Between Israel and Iran
On Tuesday (24), the US President, Donald Trump, reaffirmed the validity of the ceasefire between Israel and Iran after an exchange of attacks between the countries that extended at least until the early hours of the 12th day of the conflict in the Middle East. “Israel will not attack Iran. All planes will turn around…
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Bahian Beach Named Best in the Americas, Reinforcing Brazil’s Tourism Potential
Ponta de Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe, in Salvador (BA), leads a ranking that evaluated 200 beaches from 11 countries. The Bahian representative is on the list of Brazilian destinations recognized with the Blue Flag certification. Ponta de Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe, located on the stunning Ilha dos Frades in Salvador (BA), has been named the…
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United States Issues Global Security Alert
The U.S. Department of State has issued a global security alert advising American citizens abroad to exercise increased caution. The alert is motivated by the conflict between Israel and Iran, which has resulted in travel disruptions and the temporary closure of airspace throughout the Middle East. In addition to being posted on the Department of…
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Iran Promises “Strong” and “No Retreat” Retaliation After US Attacks on Nuclear Facilities
The Iranian government responded vehemently to the unprecedented US bombing of three nuclear facilities on its territory. This offensive, carried out on the order of US President Donald Trump, marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries and is seen by Iran as a direct violation of national sovereignty, an apparent injustice, and…
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What Could Happen Next After the US Airstrikes on Iran
The Iranian government is assessing how to respond after the US military launched a series of coordinated airstrikes against three Iranian nuclear facilities, in a major escalation of the Middle East conflict.