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Cais do Valongo Historic Site in Rio Reopens After Restoration
The archaeological site of Cais do Valongo, in downtown Rio de Janeiro, reopened in November after restoration that cost R$ 2 million. Recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site since 2017, the location was the main point of arrival for enslaved Africans in the Americas.
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Natura &Co to Sell The Body Shop
Natura &Co announced that it has reached an agreement to sell The Body Shop to the international private equity group Aurelius, marking a new step in the Group’s strategy to simplify and refocus its operations. With the transaction, Natura &Co will continue its push to refocus on its strategic priorities, notably accelerating the integration of…
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Brazil Wins the 8th Edition of the International Ernesto Illy Coffee Award
Brazil, with São Mateus Agropecuaria, is the winning country of the Best of the Best Award, presented to José Eduardo Dominicale during the 8th edition of the International Ernesto Illy Coffee Award. The award, named in honor of the visionary leader of illycaffè and son of the company’s founder, celebrates the work the company has been doing every day for the past 30…
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BTG Pactual Launches International Accounts in the USA
BTG Pactual, the largest investment bank in Latin America, announces that it is starting to operate its international accounts in the United States. Gradually, clients will have access to a complete service platform, including instant currency exchange, debit cards, transfers, and investments. “We are very pleased to deliver a platform that meets the market demand…
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How Resistant to Generative AI is Your Job?
New research on the workplace environment from Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, reveals that white-collar jobs are under greater threat from generative AI than blue-collar jobs, as the technology gains more ground in the global economy. The latest edition of Pearson’s Skills Outlook series examines ‘Jobs Resistant to Generative AI’ – analyzing the impact…
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Ready to Set Your Travel Agenda for Next Year? Lonely Planet Reveals the Best Destinations
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The global authority on travel Lonely Planet has revealed its annual list of trending destinations for the upcoming year. To mark its 50th anniversary, Best in Travel 2024 has expanded from the top 10 best cities, countries, and regions to include two new categories for best value and sustainable options, recognizing a total of 50…
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Christ the Redeemer Welcomes Taylor Swift with Open Arms and a Special Projection
Taylor Swift arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday (16) for a series of shows in Brazil, and even Christ the Redeemer joined the “swiftie fever”. Fans requested it, and the monument paid tribute to the singer by “wearing” the famous t-shirt that the artist wore in “You Belong With Me”, adapted with the words…
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Ready to Set Your Travel Agenda for Next Year? Lonely Planet Reveals the Best Destinations
Global travel authority Lonely Planet has unveiled its annual list of trending destinations for the upcoming year. To mark its 50th anniversary, Best in Travel 2024 has expanded from the top 10 best cities, countries, and regions to include two new categories for best value and more sustainable destinations, recognizing a total of 50 locations…
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People of our time: The Pulse of Today’s World in Canvas by Paulo Govea
Experience the provocative visual art of Paulo Govea at the event “People of our time: The Pulse of Today’s World in Canvas.” It will take place from November 7, 2023, to January 8, 2024, at the Consulate General of Brazil in New York. The immersive exhibition by Paulo Govea will transport you to a world…
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Brazil Will Militarize Some Airports and Ports to Combat Organized Crime
Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, announced on Wednesday (1st) an operation involving military participation at some ports and airports to combat organized crime. The decree authorizes a Guarantee of Law and Order (GLO) operation by the Armed Forces, starting Monday (6). The aim is to assist Rio de Janeiro in tackling a public…