Author: The Brasilians NewsPaper
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Carnival Returned with Full Force
After 2 years without street carnival due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Brazil’s most traditional festival returned with full force this year. The federal government estimates that over 46 million people are participating in the festivities that officially began on Friday and will last until February 25. In Rio de Janeiro, a city that hosts one…
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How to Take Advantage of the Highest Interest Rates in Decades
In the last 12 months, interest rates have risen at a pace we haven’t seen since the late 1970s. The main reason rates are so high now is the rapid growth of inflation. In 2022, the Consumer Price Index – which measures inflation – surpassed 9% for the first time in 40 years. In response,…
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Biden Makes Surprise Visit to Ukraine One Year After Russian Invasion
President Joe Biden visited Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, on Monday (21) for the first time since Russia launched a large-scale invasion against the neighboring country a year ago. The highly secretive visit comes at a critical moment in the conflict, with Russia preparing for an offensive during the spring and Ukraine expecting to reclaim…
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Gisele Bündchen Receives Million-Dollar Fee to Return to Rio de Janeiro Carnival
Single and happy. This is how Gisele Bündchen appeared in one of the boxes at Marquês de Sapucaí, in Rio de Janeiro, to enjoy the carnival last Sunday (19). The supermodel shared some videos of her moments during the event on her social media. Dressed in a top that showcased her defined abdomen, she was…
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Daniel Alves Will Remain in Jail During Investigation of Rape Allegation
A Spanish court denied Daniel Alves’ appeal on Tuesday (21) to be released on bail while the investigation into a sexual assault allegation against the football player is ongoing. The court decided that there is a flight risk for the player, so he must remain in jail during the investigation. The date for the trial…
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Mocidade Alegre Wins the Special Group Title of São Paulo’s Carnival in 2023
Mocidade Alegre won, this Tuesday (21), the title of champion of the special group of São Paulo’s Carnival. This is the eleventh title for the association, also known as “The Home of Samba,” making it the second school with the most victories in the history of the São Paulo carnival, behind only Vai-Vai. Mocidade Alegre…
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Heavy Rains: Calamity in the North Coast of São Paulo
The intense and persistent rains hit the north coast of the state of São Paulo on Saturday and Sunday night, causing roadblocks, landslides, flooding, collapses, and affecting water supply in the region.
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Lula Government Considers Reinstating Visa Requirement for Americans
The Lula government is considering reinstating visa requirements for American citizens visiting Brazil, a measure suspended since 2019.
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Mardi Gras: The Carnival of New Orleans
This weekend marks the beginning of carnival in Brazil. Here in the United States, the celebration that most resembles it, Mardi Gras, takes place in New Orleans on Tuesday, February 21, the famous “Fat Tuesday.” You know the meaning of Mardi Gras – and why it is celebrated? Check out the text below and learn…
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What Is Frontotemporal Dementia, the Disease Affecting Actor Bruce Willis?
After announcing his retirement in March 2022 due to a speech disorder called aphasia, Bruce Willis, 67, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, his family announced on Thursday (16). “Since we announced Bruce’s aphasia diagnosis in the spring of 2022, his condition has progressed,” the family said in a statement. “Unfortunately, communication problems are just one…