Author: The Brasilians NewsPaper
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O Agente Secreto Film to Represent Brazil at the 2026 Oscars
The Brazilian Academy of Cinema announced this Monday (15) that the film O Agente Secreto, by Kléber Mendonça Filho, will be Brazil’s representative at the 2026 Oscars, in the Best International Feature category. Starring actor Wagner Moura, the film is set in 1977, during the military dictatorship. The feature follows Marcelo, a technology professor who…
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Instrumental Music Genius Hermeto Pascoal Dies in Rio at 89
Musician Hermeto Pascoal died this Saturday (13) at the age of 89. He was one of the greatest names in Brazilian instrumental music and internationally recognized for his genius and sonic innovation. The news was confirmed by the artist’s official social media accounts, where an emotional message was posted: “With serenity and love, we announce…
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Embratur Launches Guide on Racial Equality in Tourism
Embratur and CAF launch a practical guide on racial equality in tourism, promoting afrotourism to foster inclusion and align with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Nearly 50% of Tourists Use Social Networks as Travel Information Source
Social networks have become Brazilians’ favorite source when searching for information about trips around the country. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok are the preferred research sources for 49% of tourists. Next come tips from friends and family, the traditional word of mouth. This is what a survey by the Ministry of Tourism reveals. According to…
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STF Convicts Former President Bolsonaro
Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) secured a majority to convict former President Jair Bolsonaro, with three of the five commission ministers voting to find him guilty of attempting a coup to remain in power after his defeat in the 2022 elections. The verdict is historic: it marks the first time a former Brazilian head of…
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France Mobilizes in Protests and Pickets in Defense of Social Justice and Democracy
On Wednesday (10), France witnessed a powerful social mobilization movement. According to information from the newspaper Humanité, tens of thousands of people took to the streets to oppose the policies of Emmanuel Macron’s government, making themselves heard on the main thoroughfares of the country, near schools, hospitals, and companies. The strength of the protesters was…
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Charlie Kirk, activist and CEO of Turning Point USA, dies at 31
Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot on Wednesday (10) while participating in a debate at Utah Valley University, in Orem, in the state of Utah. According to the institution’s spokesperson, Ellen Treanor, the shots came from a building about 180 meters away, about 20 minutes after the start of his speech. The activist was rushed to…
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Young people say AI helps reduce study stress
Nine in ten young people reported that Artificial Intelligence (AI) helped them reduce stress during more intense study periods, particularly during evaluations, exams, and individual or group project deadlines. The survey was conducted by Emy Education, an AI platform. “We discovered that in the last 6 months, nearly 96% of our respondents used artificial intelligence…
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German Tradition on Brazilian Soil
A celebration that brings a piece of German tradition to the heart of Brazil. Join us to explore the origins, the contagious joy, and all the reasons that make Oktoberfest an unmissable experience. Blumenau’s Oktoberfest has its roots in the rich German heritage that settled in Santa Catarina. The festival began in 1984 to preserve…
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Círio de Nazaré, faith, devotion, and tradition in the Brazilian Amazon
Considered one of the largest religious celebrations in the world, it takes place every year in Belém, the capital of Pará, in October, attracting around 2 million faithful to honor Nossa Senhora de Nazaré. A UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, this festival lasts several days, characterized by the grandeur of the faith that moves people…