Author: The Brasilians NewsPaper
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The World Cup Takes Place in Just Over a Year. Are the USA Prepared?
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With just over a year until the 2026 World Cup, which will be held jointly between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, executives from some key American industries essential for the event are expressing concerns about whether the United States will be ready to host such a large-scale competition and accommodate a massive influx of…
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For the Joy of Some and the Sadness of Others, Daylight Saving Time is Coming to the U.S.
Most people in the U.S. will soon face the first time change of the year, as daylight saving time goes into effect this weekend. Not everyone likes it, but the practice of setting clocks forward by one hour is an old one. It debuted in 1918, during World War I, but was repudiated in 1919…
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Trump Spoke to Congress. What Did He Say?
After six incendiary weeks in the White House, President Trump delivered a speech at a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night (4). In nearly 100 minutes – the longest speech of its kind in modern U.S. history – he witnessed a Democratic member of Congress being expelled, several other Democrats walking out, and a…
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Which Industries Employ the Most Immigrant Workers in the U.S.?
In 2023, about one-fifth of the American workforce was made up of immigrants: of the 160.2 million workers in the U.S., around 29.7 million were immigrants. This represents an increase from 2010, when immigrants accounted for 15.6% of the workforce. Immigrants are employed in various industries, with concentrations in education, health, and professional services.Which industries…
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Trump Tariffs Take Effect. What Will Cost You More?
Donald Trump announced a month ago new tariffs on imported products from China, Canada, and Mexico, the three main trading partners of the U.S. This Tuesday, March 4, the new rates take effect: an additional 10% on imports from China and 25% on most imports from Canada and Mexico. The three countries decided to retaliate.…
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Trump Suspends Military Aid to Ukraine
President Donald Trump temporarily suspended the delivery of all U.S. military aid to Ukraine on Monday (3), military and senior government officials reported. The decision comes just days after Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a disagreement at the White House. The order affects more than $1 billion in weapons and ammunition. Officials said…
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‘I’m Still Here’ Makes History by Winning Oscar for Best International Film
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Brazilian cinema made history on Sunday (2) at the 97th edition of the Oscars in Los Angeles. “I’m Still Here,” directed by Walter Salles, was the big winner in the international film category. An unprecedented achievement for Brazilian cinema. The Brazilian film surpassed “Emilia Pérez” (France), “The Seed of the Sacred Fruit” (Germany), “The Girl…
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Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Falls, But His Administration’s Rating Remains Positive
A survey conducted by Quantus Insights between February 24 and 26 with 1,000 registered voters showed that Trump’s approval rating is now at 51%, compared to 45% disapproval, leaving him with a positive balance of six points. However, this is down from the previous Quantus Insights survey conducted between February 10 and 12, which showed…
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Why You Should Travel During a ‘Dead Week’
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Imagine this: fewer crowds, cheaper stays, and a chance to experience the most popular destinations without the chaos of peak holiday seasons. Welcome to the magic of “dead weeks” – those rare travel periods when demand drops and seasoned travelers can cash in on great deals.What exactly is a dead week? These are short, specific…
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Elis Regina
Elis Regina Carvalho Costa was born on March 17, 1945. Daughter of Romeu de Oliveira Costa and Ercy Carvalho, Elis Regina was born in Porto Alegre, RS.According to Elis, her name comes from a character in a novel her mother was reading at the time of her birth: “Miss Elis.” Her nickname at home was…