Category: Arts & Culture
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Sertanejo Singer Gusttavo Lima Receives Arrest Order. Understand the Case
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On Monday (24), the Court of Justice of Pernambuco issued an arrest order for sertanejo singer Gusttavo Lima amid investigations into an alleged money laundering scheme. Influencer Deolane Bezerra was arrested as part of the same operation, called Operation Integration. According to news portal G1, Gusttavo Lima is in Miami. He left Brazil on a…
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Rapper Diddy, Mas Conhecido Como Puffy Daddy, É Preso Em Nova York
O rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, cuja carreira foi abalada por acusações de agressão sexual, foi preso em Nova York na noite de segunda-feira (16) depois de ser indiciado por um grande juri. As acusações não foram reveladas, mas o advogado do músico acredita que ele esteja sendo indiciado por extorsão e tráfico sexual. “Sean ‘Diddy’…
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1st Brazilian Immigrant Stories Contest Extends Registration Period
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The non-profit organization Imigra Foundation, based in New York, has just launched the 1st Brazilian Immigrant Stories Contest in the United States: “Unbelievable Stories.” The initiative aims to celebrate and value the experiences of Brazilian immigrants in the United States, “promoting integration and giving a voice to immigrants through the sharing of their real, funny,…
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MTV VMAs 2024: Anitta brings funk to the spotlight once again at the prestigious awards
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Anitta wins Best Latin Music Video at the MTV VMAs 2024 with “Funk Rave” and puts Brazilian funk in the spotlight with an explosive performance at UBS Arena.
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MTV Awards 2024: Anitta Highlights Funk Once Again at the Prestigious Ceremony
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Singer Anitta won the Best Latin Music Video category at the MTV Video Music Awards, which took place at UBS Arena in New York on Tuesday night (12). This is the second VMA received by the Brazilian singer. Last year, Anitta became the first Brazilian to perform on the VMA stage and also won a…
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Sérgio Mendes, Ambassador of Bossa Nova Worldwide, Dies at 83
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Sérgio Mendes died at the age of 83 in Los Angeles, United States, where he had lived since the 1960s. The death was confirmed by the pianist’s family, and according to a post on Instagram by former record label head and friend Herb Alpert, Sérgio was battling complications from long COVID. Nascido em Niterói (RJ)…
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Sérgio Mendes, Ambassador of Bossa Nova Worldwide, Dies at 83
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Producer, composer, pianist, and song interpreter, Sérgio Mendes passed away at 83. The legendary artist, whose career spanned over three dozen albums released over six decades, helped create the modern sound of Brazilian pop crossover thanks to hits like “Mas Que Nada” and “Magalenha.” He died at home in Los Angeles on Thursday (September 5),…
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Do You Have a Good Story to Tell? Join the 1st Contest of Brazilian Immigrant Stories in the USA
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The non-profit organization Imigra Foundation, based in New York, has just launched the 1st Contest of Brazilian Immigrant Stories in the United States: “Incredible Stories.” The initiative aims to celebrate and value the experiences of Brazilian immigrants in the United States, “promoting integration and giving voice to immigrants through the sharing of their real, funny,…
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“I Am Still Here,” by Brazilian Director Walter Salles, Receives a Standing Ovation at the Venice Film Festival
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A ten-minute standing ovation. That was the audience’s reaction after watching the premiere of the new feature film by director Walter Salles, “I Am Still Here,” starring well-known actors Fernanda Torres and Selton Mello, during the Venice Film Festival last weekend. The official release of the film in Brazil or the United States has not…
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“I’m Still Here,” By Walter Salles, Is Cheered at the Venice Film Festival
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Standing ovation for ten minutes. That was the reaction of the audience that attended the launch of the new feature film by director Walter Salles, “I’m Still Here,” starring actors Fernanda Torres and Selton Mello, during the Venice Film Festival last weekend. The official premiere of the film in Brazil or the United States has…