Category: Brazil
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Actor Juca de Oliveira dies at 91
Brazil lost in the early hours of this Saturday (21) one of the most expressive names in national performing arts. The actor, author, and director Juca de Oliveira passed away at 91 years old in São Paulo, victim of pneumonia associated with a cardiological condition. The information was confirmed by the family’s press office to…
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Dolphins Delight Beachgoers at Arpoador and Reinforce Signs of Good Environmental Quality in Rio
The appearance of a group of dolphins at Arpoador Beach in Ipanema, in Rio de Janeiro’s South Zone, delighted beachgoers and visitors on Sunday (22), in a rare and symbolic scene on World Water Day. According to Agência Brasil, the animals were seen close to the shore, including many calves, which amplified the episode’s repercuss…
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Brazilian Scientists Awarded for Alzheimer’s Research
Scientists from all over the world are trying to find new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease, and two Brazilian laboratories have been standing out in this race. Recently, researchers Mychael Lourenço, from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), and Wagner Brum, from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), were awarded by…
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Dolphins Delight Beachgoers at Arpoador and Reinforce Signs of Good Environmental Quality in Rio
The appearance of a group of dolphins at Arpoador Beach in Ipanema, in Rio de Janeiro’s South Zone, delighted bathers and visitors on Sunday (22), in a rare and symbolic scene right on World Water Day. According to Agência Brasil, the animals were spotted close to the shore, including many calves, which amplified the episode’s…
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Brazilian Entrepreneurs Lead in Using Social Media and Data Analysis to Boost Businesses
Brazilian entrepreneurs value the use of social media and data analysis tools the most among 51 countries evaluated by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2024 survey. The study, released with support from Sebrae, reveals that 89% of respondents in Brazil consider social media essential for businesses and 71% view data analysis as strategic for company…
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The Magic of the Circus
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in Arts & Culture, Brazil, children, Elderly, Entertainment, Family, Men, Teenager, United States, WomenSaturday, March 21 at 11 a.m. at the Biblioteca Brasileira de Nova York, a special event celebrates Circus Day and honors one of the most traditional and enchanting artistic expressions of Brazilian culture. The choice of date is symbolic: in Brazil, Circus Day is celebrated on March 27, in homage to Abelardo Pinto, the famous…
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Out of Every 10 Digital Services, 8 Do Not Check Age During Account Creation
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A 2025 survey reveals that 84% of top digital services used by children in Brazil skip age checks at account creation—a reality predating the new Digital ECA law.
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A Night to the Sounds of DEANNA KIRK
Her music combines the jazz tradition with contemporary influences, in performances marked by sensitivity, sophistication, and strong emotional expression. Her repertoire includes both original compositions and American standards, frequently reinterpreted with a delicate influence from Brazilian bossa nova, a style for which the artist demonstrates deep admiration. This connection is revealed in her subtle, intimate,…
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Jair Bolsonaro Shows Clinical Improvement but Remains Hospitalized in ICU in Brasília
Jair Bolsonaro remains hospitalized in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Hospital DF Star, in Brasília (DF), for treatment of bilateral bacterial pneumonia caused by bronchoaspiration. The information was released in a medical bulletin on Monday morning (16). The medical team reported that the former president showed clinical and laboratory improvement over the last 24…
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El Niño Is Poised to Develop This Summer, Raising Global Temperatures
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A potentially strong El Niño climate pattern is likely to emerge this summer and persist through the rest of the year, according to the most recent official forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Forecasters estimate a 62% chance that El Niño will develop between June and August. El Niño occurs when trade winds…


