Category: Brazil
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Brazil’s Population Exceeds 203 Million, According to 2022 Census
The 2022 Census shows that Brazil’s population reached 203,062,512 people, an increase of 12.3 million since the last collection, conducted for the 2010 Census. The data was released by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). The difference of 6.5% means that the average population growth in recent years was 0.52%, the lowest recorded…
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Golden Passports: Some Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars Can Buy Citizenship in Some Places Around the World
The ease with which you can travel the world and how long you can stay at your chosen destination depends entirely on your passport.
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Trial Begins That Could Prevent Bolsonaro From Running for 8 Years
Bolsonaro is accused of abuse of power and spreading false information about Brazil’s electoral system before last year’s presidential elections. Although this is not a criminal case, the judges presiding over the case have the power to prevent Bolsonaro from running for any public office for eight years. Bolsonaro has not commented on whether he…
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How Much Should You Walk to Keep Your Heart Healthy?
According to the guidelines from the Department of Health and Human Services, supported by the American Heart Association (AHA), adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week. While 150 minutes of physical activity may seem like a lofty goal, experts suggest breaking it down over seven days, thus achieving…
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American Consulates in Brazil Will Operate on Saturday to Reduce Visa Wait Times
The Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil announced that they will be open on Saturday to try to reduce the long wait times for American visas.
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Dollar Is Quoted Below R$4.80, Lowest Value in a Year
Brazilian economic activity exceeds expectations. The financial market’s forecast for the growth of the Brazilian economy this year has risen for the sixth consecutive time, increasing from 1.84% to 2.14%. The forecast for the National Consumer Price Index (IPCA) – considered the official inflation rate of the country – is also declining, dropping from 5.42%…
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Barbie, Super Mario, Indiana Jones: Summer Begins Full of Nostalgia
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in Arts & Culture, Brazil, Entertainment, Fashion, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Movies, United States, Video, WorldPut on your bell-bottoms, grab your Tamagotchi, and head to the movies to watch “The Little Mermaid,” “Indiana Jones,” or some other retro film that is making this the summer of nostalgia. From the movie “Barbie” to a purple milkshake from McDonald’s in honor of Grimace’s 52nd anniversary, the number of retro products and entertainment…
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Since May 21, There Are No More Covid-19 Related Restrictions for Travelers Entering Brazil
Since May 21, there are no longer any health restrictions related to Covid-19 for travelers entering Brazil. With the end of the health emergency announced by the World Health Organization (WHO), Anvisa no longer requires proof of vaccination or testing for entry into the country. The health restrictions for boarding, disembarking, and transporting travelers on…
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What is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever?
Four people who attended the same event on a farm in Campinas, in the interior of São Paulo, died from a disease called “Rocky Mountain spotted fever.” The cases drew attention due to the severity of the illness, which led these individuals to death within a few days. The Brazil registered only 49 cases of…