Category: Brazil
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Brazil Wins the 8th Edition of the International Ernesto Illy Coffee Award
Brazil, with São Mateus Agropecuaria, is the winning country of the Best of the Best Award, presented to José Eduardo Dominicale during the 8th edition of the International Ernesto Illy Coffee Award. The award, named in honor of the visionary leader of illycaffè and son of the company’s founder, celebrates the work the company has been doing every day for the past 30…
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BTG Pactual Launches International Accounts in the USA
BTG Pactual, the largest investment bank in Latin America, announces that it is starting to operate its international accounts in the United States. Gradually, clients will have access to a complete service platform, including instant currency exchange, debit cards, transfers, and investments. “We are very pleased to deliver a platform that meets the market demand…
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Ready to Set Your Travel Agenda for Next Year? Lonely Planet Reveals the Best Destinations
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The global authority on travel Lonely Planet has revealed its annual list of trending destinations for the upcoming year. To mark its 50th anniversary, Best in Travel 2024 has expanded from the top 10 best cities, countries, and regions to include two new categories for best value and sustainable options, recognizing a total of 50…
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He Is Out of Congress, But Not Far from the Spotlight
He spent less than a year in the U.S. Congress, but it was enough for this son of Brazilian immigrants to make history in American politics and become the subject of an HBO film. According to Deadline, HBO has acquired the rights to the new book by author Mark Chiusano about the politician expelled from…
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Porto Alegre Passes Law 100% Written by ChatGPT
In October, the municipal council of Porto Alegre (RS), composed of 36 members, unanimously voted for the approval of a bill that spares the city’s residents from the costs of replacing water meters that are stolen. After being examined by several committees, the law came into effect on November 23. The bill’s sponsor, councilor Ramiro…
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George Santos Expelled from Congress in Historic Vote
Rep. George Santos, the New York Republican of Brazilian descent, whose web of lies and schemes has made him a nationally ridiculed figure and criminally indicted, was expelled from Congress on Friday (1) following a historic bipartisan vote. The measure consigned Santos, who throughout his short political career invented connections to the Holocaust, 9/11, and…
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Brazil to Join OPEC+, But Will Not Limit Oil Production, Says Petrobras
Brazil is expected to join the OPEC+ group of oil-producing countries, but will not participate in the group’s coordinated production limits, said Petrobras (PETR4.SA) CEO Jean Paul Prates to Reuters. The surprising announcement from the group on Thursday (30) that the South American country would join them raised immediate questions about whether Brazil would participate…
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COP28: Climate Conference Begins with Low Expectations
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Two facts loom over the United Nations climate conference that started this Thursday (30) in Dubai: the planet is heading towards a climate disaster and governments are acting far too slowly to avert the crisis. Diplomats from nearly 200 countries and many heads of state are gathered to try to devise a plan to accelerate…
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Black Friday: History and Evolution of the Biggest Year-End Sales Event
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Although Black Friday doesn’t look like it used to – with crowded stores and customers pushing at the door – the traditional year-end sales event still attracts millions of consumers. The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that about 182 million people plan to shop in stores and online during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. At the…
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Brazil X Argentina: World Cup Qualifier Overshadowed by Violence at Maracanã
Brazil suffered its first home defeat in the World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday (22), against Argentina, which won 1-0. However, this is not the most important thing to mention about the match, which was overshadowed by a night of violence and chaos at the iconic Maracanã stadium. After the fight broke out between the two…