Author: The Brasilians NewsPaper
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I Became an American Citizen. Can I Lose My Brazilian Nationality?
This week, a case of loss of Brazilian nationality caught the attention of those living here in the United States who have or are seeking American citizenship. The second wife of former president Jair Bolsonaro, Ana Cristina Valle, lost her Brazilian nationality after obtaining Norwegian citizenship during her time living in that country from 2009…
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LeBron James Is The Greatest Scorer Of All Time In The NBA
LeBron James, the superstar of the Los Angeles Lakers, is now the greatest scorer in NBA history, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s 38,387 points. The achievement occurred in the third quarter of Tuesday’s game (7) against the Oklahoma City Thunder. With 10.9 seconds left in the third quarter, James made the basket, marking his 36th point of…
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Anxious? Put Your Face in a Bowl of Cold Water
Social media (TikTok, in particular) is full of “tips” for literally everything. Some are totally strange and ineffective. Some are not recommended by experts and should be avoided. And others are genuinely helpful, for example, submerging your face in cold water to curb anxiety and stress. This random technique – though invigorating – helps relieve…
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Earthquake in Turkey and Syria: Death Toll Exceeds Seven Thousand
The death toll in Turkey and Syria, which continues to be updated, exceeded 7,200 on the afternoon of this Tuesday (7) as a result of the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck both countries on Monday (6). There are over 35,000 injured, filling hospitals in the affected cities and nearby regions. Thousands of buildings have collapsed…
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Where Is the Money You Pay to the Government Going?
On Tuesday night (7th) at 9 PM ET, President Joe Biden will address the American people in his second “State of the Union” speech. This has been a tradition in U.S. politics since 1790, initiated by George Washington, the first president of the country. During the speech, the president typically tries to remind lawmakers and…
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Strong Earthquake Kills Thousands in Turkey and Syria
As of Monday afternoon (6), more than 2,000 people have died and thousands have been injured after a powerful earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale struck Turkey and Syria on Monday morning local time. Authorities continue to update the death toll as rescue efforts persist. It is estimated that there are over 5,000 injured.…
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Anitta Fails to Win and Beyoncé Makes History at the 2023 Grammy Awards
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It wasn’t this time that singer Anitta won the first Grammy for Brazil in one of the main categories of the most important music award in the United States. The pop star was competing for the Best New Artist award and was one of the favorites for the statue. In Las Vegas betting houses, Anitta’s…
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After All, What Was That White Balloon Flying Over the U.S. Sky?
The enormous white sphere that crossed U.S. airspace last week and was shot down by the Air Force over the Atlantic Ocean live on television on Saturday (4) triggered a diplomatic whirlwind and became a trending topic on social media. The China insists that the balloon was merely a civil dirigible mainly used for meteorological…
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More Than 400 Food Products Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
More than 400 food products sold under dozens of brand names have been recalled due to a possible listeria contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. The recall from Fresh Ideation Food Group LLC includes sandwiches, salads, yogurts, wraps, and other ready-to-eat products sold in nine states and Washington, DC, from January 24…
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The Controversial Higher Education Reform in Florida
Florida’s Republican Governor Ron DeSantis announced a series of comprehensive proposals for the state’s higher education institutions, including the implementation of basic course requirements focused on Western Civilization, eliminating courses centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and critical race theory (CRT), and changing the way tenured faculty are reviewed by the state. Information released…