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STF will decide on charges in case of coup plot against former Brazilian president
The Federal Supreme Court of Brazil began judging on Tuesday (March 25) whether former president Jair Bolsonaro and seven others accused of attempting a coup will face criminal proceedings. The Supreme Court will decide whether to accept the charges presented in February by Attorney General Paulo Gonet against the so-called “Crucial Core” or “Core 1”,…
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Finland is the Happiest Country in the World for the Fifth Consecutive Year
For the fifth consecutive year, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world, according to the latest World Happiness Report, released on Thursday (20) by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network. The annual report, which ranks countries based on factors such as income, social support, life expectancy, freedom to make life choices,…
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Thousands Gather in Support of Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro at Copacabana Beach in Rio
On Sunday, thousands of supporters gathered at the iconic Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro to show solidarity with former president Jair Bolsonaro, who is currently facing serious legal challenges. Bolsonaro, who served as president of Brazil from 2019 to 2022, is accused of orchestrating a plot to overthrow the government following his electoral defeat.…
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American Visitors Will Need a Visa to Enter Brazil Starting April 10, 2025
In the past five years, Brazil waived the visa requirement for some travelers, including those from the United States, as a way to boost tourism in the country. However, in mid-2023, the South American nation announced that it would change course and soon require nationals from the United States, Canada, and Australia to enter Brazil…
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Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Steel and Aluminum. Canada and Europe Retaliate. Brazil Wants to Negotiate
A 25% tariff imposed by Donald Trump on all steel and aluminum imports to the United States took effect on Wednesday (12). It is the latest blow in Trump’s multifaceted tariff plan aimed at correcting trade imbalances and reviving the domestic industry. However, it risks triggering a global trade war, as the European Union retaliated…
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Controversies Surrounding Disney’s New ‘Snow White’
Disney’s live-action adaptation of ‘Snow White’ will premiere this Friday, March 15. In an unusual move, Disney has decided to scale back its typical extravagant premiere in Los Angeles. Starring Rachel Zegler and directed by Marc Webb, ‘Snow White’ has generated significant buzz since its announcement. The project quickly became embroiled in controversies, sparking debates…
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Trial for the Death of Diego Maradona: Medical Team Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison for the Passing of the Argentine Football Icon
The trial of eight medical professionals accused of criminal negligence in the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona began on March 11, 2025, in San Isidro, Buenos Aires. Maradona, who led Argentina to victory in the 1986 World Cup, passed away on November 25, 2020, at the age of 60, while recovering from brain…
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Carnival Comes to an End in Brazil with Strong Tourist Presence
O Carnaval de 2025 chega ao fim no Brasil com um número recorde de foliões, destacado pela significativa presença de turistas, especialmente no famoso Carnaval do Rio de Janeiro. A taxa de ocupação hoteleira no Rio de Janeiro, um dos indicadores da presença de turistas na cidade, atingiu 95,51% dos quartos disponíveis durante o Carnaval,…
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Which Industries Employ the Most Immigrant Workers in the U.S.?
In 2023, nearly one-fifth of the workforce was born abroad: of the 160.2 million people in the U.S. workforce, about 29.7 million were immigrants. This represents an increase from 2010, when immigrants made up 15.6% of the workforce. Immigrants are employed in various industries, with concentrations in education, health, and professional services.Which industries employ the…
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“I Am Still Here” Makes History by Winning the Oscar for Best International Film
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Brazilian cinema made history on Sunday (March 2), at the 97th edition of the Oscars in Los Angeles. “I Am Still Here,” directed by Walter Salles, won in the Best International Film category. This is an unprecedented achievement for Brazilian cinema. The Brazilian film surpassed “Emilia Pérez” (France), “The Seed of the Sacred Fruit” (Germany),…