Author: The Brasilians NewsPaper
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October is National Women’s Small Business Month
In the United States, October is National Women’s Small Business Month. This means it is time to celebrate and recognize the remarkable progress that women entrepreneurs have been making over the years. Since the onset of the pandemic, there has been a significant increase in the number of small businesses owned by women in the…
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Parler: The Controversial Social Media Acquired by Kanye West
The conservative social media company Parler announced on Monday, October 17, that it is being purchased by Kanye West. Recently, the rapper was temporarily suspended from Twitter due to a tweet deemed antisemitic. A press release from the company controlling Parler announcing the deal states that West, who legally changed his name to Ye, is…
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How Much Does It Cost to Raise a Child in the U.S.?
In the United States, the average cost of raising a child from birth to age 17 has increased by 16% since 1960 – when data was first collected. In 1960, the average total spending on a child in a middle-income family was $202,020, adjusted for inflation. By 2015 – the most recent data available on…
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You Can Now Apply for Student Loan Forgiveness
President Joe Biden announced on Monday, October 17, that federal student loan borrowers can now apply online for forgiveness of up to $20,000 of their debt. “This is a game changer for millions of Americans… and it took an incredible effort to get this website up in such a short time,” Biden said. People wishing…
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Now You Can Buy Hearing Aids Without a Prescription
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For the first time, adults in the U.S. will be able to purchase hearing aids without needing to obtain a prescription beforehand. According to the FDA, starting Monday, October 17, adults with mild to moderate hearing loss can buy hearing aids directly from a store or online – and at a lower price. The high…
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A Global Epidemic of Cancer Among Younger People May Be Emerging
A new study on cancer records from 44 countries has shown that the incidence of what experts call “early cancer,” that is, among people under 50 years old, is rapidly increasing, particularly among types of cancer that affect the digestive system. The authors of the study say that this increase among younger adults is partly…
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Partnership of the Year: Starbucks Customers Can Now Earn Delta SkyMiles
Starbucks and Delta Air Lines have announced a strategic partnership that will benefit their most loyal consumers. Since October 12, American customers enrolled in the Delta SkyMiles and Starbucks Rewards loyalty programs can link their accounts and start earning one mile for every $1.00 spent on qualifying purchases at Starbucks. On days when enrolled members…
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Netflix Will Offer Cheaper Subscription, But With Ads
If you don’t mind having your shows interrupted by commercials, your Netflix subscription could become cheaper. A new, lower-priced subscription option will be available starting November 6, where viewers will see four to five minutes of commercials for every hour of content they watch. The new subscription will cost $6.99. Currently, Netflix offers three subscription…
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Santos FC Holds Event in NY This Sunday
New York was chosen for another event of the “Santos do Mundo” campaign, which aims to internationalize the Club’s brand. On Sunday, October 16, the Pelé Soccer Store, located in Times Square, will start selling official Santos FC jerseys. On this occasion, a retro jersey will also be presented, in homage to the friendly match…
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As expected, beneficiaries of the U.S. Social Security will receive an 8.7% increase
On Thursday, October 13, the American Social Security Administration announced that retirees and beneficiaries will receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 8.7% next year, the largest increase since 1981. This means that beneficiaries will earn an average of $146 more, totaling an average monthly income of $1,827 in 2023. The adjustment aims to help the…