Author: The Brasilians NewsPaper
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Connecticut: culture and history with the charm of New England
Between the cities of New York and Boston, in Massachusetts, Connecticut offers the perfect combination of experiences, where nature and culture coexist, with various options for relaxation and fun, and where history and contemporary style go hand in hand.Year-round funFrom kayaking in Long Island Sound during the summer to hiking the trails adorned with autumn…
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Discover Miami!
Welcome to Miami, a city of immigrants and bilingualism, where Spanish is almost the first language spoken and heard throughout the city, and the strong Cuban influence can be noted in the musical rhythm, cuisine, and architecture.In South Beach, parking is not an easy or cheap task, so options like a good walk, bike rentals,…
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Miami, a city paradise that subtly leads you to sin
When dreaming of Miami, the vision is of beautiful beaches, warm and bright sun, happy people, skilled skaters gliding along the boardwalks, couples holding hands, children and their bicycles, and all you want is to quickly reach this paradisiacal setting and fit into this perfect picture!!! Upon arriving in Miami, everything transforms, a world of…
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New Hampshire and Outdoor Life
New Hampshire may seem small on the map, but its diverse regions offer a variety of destinations and attractions, from historic river valleys to the towering peaks of the highest mountains in the Northeast.Stone wall-lined roads lead to villages that represent the essence of New England, miles of scenic beauty forests and parks, inviting lakes,…
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Rediscover Brazil on the Tiradentes Holiday
Minas Gerais was the stage for the Inconfidência Mineira, the most important Brazilian movement for the country’s freedom against the oppression of the Portuguese government during the colonial period. Some people prefer to take advantage of this traditional holiday to travel and escape their daily routine. An excellent option is to learn a bit about…
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São Thomé das Letras, the Stone City
São Thomé das Letras is located at the peak of a stone mountain, embedded in the Serra da Mantiqueira, 1,444 meters above sea level. The sky is very blue and the city is surrounded by a valley, where magnificent caves, waterfalls, endless caverns, and slopes are hidden. Traveling through Três Corações, accessed by a fully…
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The Danger of Backpack Weights
One of the major concerns for parents with children in schools is keeping an eye on the weight of the students’ backpacks. Professionals from the Rehabilitation Program advise that the backpack should weigh no more than 10% of the child’s weight. For example, a child weighing 30 kilograms should carry a backpack that weighs an…
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Smoking and Its Consequences
Smoking is a disease (nicotine dependence) that is related to approximately 50 illnesses, including various types of cancer (lung, larynx, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, kidney, bladder, cervical, leukemia), respiratory diseases (pulmonary emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, respiratory infections), and cardiovascular diseases (angina, acute myocardial infarction, hypertension, aneurysms, stroke, thrombosis). There are also other diseases related…
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Highlights from the Rio Carnival Parades
With breathtaking themes, the Rio de Janeiro carnival was once again a grand spectacle.On the first night of parades, an accident marked the opening of the event during the performance of the school Paraíso do Tuiuti, where a float ended up running over about 20 people.Singer Ivete Sangalo was honored by Grande Rio and surprised…
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The big winner of 2017: Portela
The samba school Portela was elected the winner of the Rio de Janeiro carnival parade, after a wait of 33 years. The judges gave Portela just 1 point more than the second place, Mocidade Independente. Portela last won in 1984 and still continues to be the samba school with the highest number of titles compared…