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Former President Jair Bolsonaro Charged with Fraud in Covid Vaccination Card
On Tuesday (19), the Federal Police charged former President Jair Bolsonaro for involvement in fraudulent Covid-19 vaccination cards.
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International Tourists Spent US$ 800.6 Billion in Brazil in January 2024, a Record Amount
International tourists who visited Brazil spent US$ 800.6 million in the country in January 2024, according to the Central Bank (BC). This amount is the highest ever recorded and 1.5% higher than the revenue accumulated in 2014, the year Brazil hosted the FIFA World Cup. The president of the Brazilian Tourism Agency, Marcelo Freixo, celebrated…
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Brazilian Women Making a Difference in 2024
In celebration of International Women’s Month, the Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil announce the six Brazilian women who have been honored with the 2024 Brazilian Women Making a Difference Award. These women have stood out in their communities, demonstrating boldness and pioneering spirit in various causes, reflecting the experience, strength, and…
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Documentary Shows Experience of Brazilian Photojournalist in Conflict Areas
Brazilian photojournalist Joel Silva missed the birth of his son. 24 years ago, when he was born, Joel was working in a Colombian forest, documenting a guerrilla camp of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). “I did not attend my son’s birth. I stopped participating in various occasions of my personal life to dedicate…
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How about chatting with a 19th-century Brazilian writer?
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The Brazilian Academy of Letters launched a digital avatar of Machado de Assis that interacts with the public using artificial intelligence, aiming to modernize the institution and attract young readers.
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‘Women In Art’ Brings Works by Artists from Various Countries to NY, Including Brazil
In International Women’s Month, an international group exhibition featuring works by women from around the world arrives in New York. Created by visual artist and curator Leda Maria, “Women In Art” is on display at the Jadite Gallery, 662 10th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets, New York, NY 10036 from March 7 to 16.…
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2023: Deadliest Year on Record for Migrants
At least 8,565 people died on migration routes worldwide in 2023, making it the deadliest year on record, according to data collected by the IOM’s Missing Migrants Project. The total deaths in 2023 represent a tragic 20% increase compared to 2022. The total from last year surpasses the number of dead and missing globally in…
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Musical Genre Choro Declared Cultural Heritage of Brazil
Choro, a genuinely Brazilian musical genre, also known as ‘chorinho’, has been declared a cultural heritage of Brazil, recognizing its importance in the culture and history of the country. This genre is characterized by the use of instruments such as mandolin, flute, seven-string guitar, pandeiro, cavaquinho, and clarinet, which form the basis of choro groups.…
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8 Most Charming Small Towns in Brazil
Rivers snake through the Amazon Rainforest, imagine vibrant festivals, parties in the favelas, and a deep love for football and bossa nova. This is Brazil—a country where Christ the Redeemer opens its concrete arms to all travelers and locals out there. Thus, the most charming small towns in Brazil truly welcome eager tourists seeking sunny…
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International Women’s Day: Inspire Inclusion
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Every year, this day – March 8 – serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made toward gender equality and highlights the work that still needs to be done. In 2024, the theme of the campaign…