Author: The Brasilians NewsPaper
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Brazilian Day Warm-Up: Get Informed!
On Saturday, September 2nd, starting at 11 AM, Little Brazil (between 5th and 6th Avenues) will be closed for the “Brazilian Day Warm-Up”. The event aims to showcase a bit more of Brazilian culture, beyond music, which is the highlight of the big festival on Sunday.In this first year, the highlights are capoeira and maculelê,…
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A Portrait of Brazilian Immigration
About half a century ago, Brazilians became an emigrant people. They leave Brazil mainly in search of a better quality of life and head to countries where they believe they will find this condition. The United States is among the favorite destinations for Brazilians, hosting between 800,000 to 1.3 million immigrants, according to data from…
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Animals and Plants Illegally Sent via Postal Service
Ibama, in conjunction with the Federal Revenue and the Postal Service in São Paulo, conducted Operation Hermes, a postal shipment inspection. Specimens of fauna and flora that did not have authorization for movement across the border were seized. Ibama, in conjunction with the Federal Revenue and the Postal Service in São Paulo, conducted Operation Hermes,…
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Cais do Valongo (RJ) gains World Heritage title
The suffering of those who were forcibly taken from their lands of origin to a life of forced labor and degradation is something that cannot be forgotten. More than four million enslaved Africans in Brazil will now have their pain represented and remembered in UNESCO’s decision, which has just recognized the Archaeological Site Cais do…
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Brazilian Labor Reform: What Changes for Employers and Employees
The approval of the modernization of labor laws will change work relations in the country. The government’s expectation is that the new rules will contribute to better working conditions for employees and more security for employers when hiring. Check out the main changes approved by the Brazilian Congress.Collective AgreementsWith the changes, collective conventions and agreements…
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This year the party starts on Saturday
Brazilians from various corners of the country eagerly await all year for the biggest Brazilian party held outside of Brazil. But this year, the celebrations are not limited to the Sunday before Labor Day. Anyone wanting to enjoy the full program must arrive in the city on Saturday, September 2, when the “Esquenta do Brazilian…
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Behind the Scenes of BR Day NY
Have you ever stopped to think about how a party as big as BR Day NY is produced? Even with over 30 years of experience, the task is anything but simple. And as the party grows, so does the responsibility.As you can imagine, for the audience of over a million people to enjoy themselves on…
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The Biggest Brazilian Party Outside Brazil
The most anticipated event of the year, BR Day New York, is scheduled for September 3rd starting at 11 AM on 6th Avenue, right in the heart of Manhattan. A month before the event, it’s not just Brazilian immigrants who are excited and making plans for the big day. The all-star team coming directly from…
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West Virginia: the mountainous state
More than 600 kilometers of rail lines have been transformed into trails for walking, biking, and horseback riding. The rail trails (30 in total), with gentle or level difficulty and wide passages, are easily accessible and are among the most stunning and beautiful in the country.The same rivers that carve the canyons of West Virginia…
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BR Day NY is Coming!
On Sunday, September 3rd, the day before Labor Day in the United States, 6th Avenue will once again be closed to host the largest gathering of Brazilian parties held outside Brazil. The BR Day NY 2017 celebrates its 33rd edition this year, filled with stars and expecting to welcome an audience of over 1 million…