Category: Brazil
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Pelé Will Live Forever
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in Arts & Culture, Brazil, Curiosities, Destaque, Entertainment, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Sports, WorldIt has become common knowledge that there were two figures inhabiting the same body. One, a human being like any other, was born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, a poor boy from the interior of Minas Gerais. The other, Pelé, a “God” of football, whose skills cannot be explained or replicated. On Thursday (29), the world…
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Despite Poor Performance in the Cup, Brazil Remains 1st in FIFA Ranking
FIFA updated the world ranking of men’s national football teams this Thursday (22), and to the surprise of many, the current world champion Argentina appears in second place, with France in third position on the list. Despite being eliminated in the quarter-finals of the Qatar Cup, Brazil remains at the top of the ranking. According to the…
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King of football, Pelé dies at 82
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, who became globally known as Pelé, died today (29) at the age of 82 at the Albert Einstein Hospital in the southern zone of São Paulo. According to a medical bulletin, the death was due to multiple organ failure. “The Israelita Albert Einstein Hospital sadly confirms the passing of Edson Arantes…
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Supreme Court: Immediate Expulsion of Immigrants at the Border Will Remain in Effect
The Supreme Court of the United States ruled on Tuesday (27) that the controversial policy known as Title 42 will remain in effect while legal challenges occur, allowing federal authorities to continue expelling immigrants from the country’s borders for at least the next few months. The order, determined by a 5-4 vote, is a victory…
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How to Thank Your Christmas Party Host
As you head into year-end gatherings this season, be sure to show gratitude to your hosts for opening their homes to you; after all, hosting guests takes effort both before and after the party. There are many special ways to thank a host, but the best gestures are those that include personalized touches to leave…
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At 74, actor Pedro Paulo Rangel passes away
Actor Pedro Paulo Rangel died this Wednesday (21) in Rio de Janeiro, where he had been hospitalized since the end of October to treat a worsening condition of pulmonary emphysema. Due to the progression of the disease, the 74-year-old actor had to be intubated in the early hours of the last day 10. On that…
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Brazilian-American Son Elected as NY Congressman May Have Fictitious Biography, According to The New York Times
The elected congressman George Santos, 34, son of a Brazilian mother and an American father, faces a barrage of questions, as well as an uncertain future, after an article published by The New York Times revealed that he may have distorted important parts of his resume during the campaign and fabricated other stories about his…
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LATAM and Delta Announce Non-Stop Service Between São Paulo and LAX
Grupo LATAM Airlines and Delta Air Lines made their first operational announcements after receiving approval for their joint venture agreement in September. Among the initiatives, LATAM announced the launch of a new service between São Paulo and Los Angeles starting July 1, 2023, adding a popular destination currently not served from Los Angeles. Additionally, this…
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Ilha do Mel, A Paradise in Southern Brazil
Calm waters, stunning landscapes, natural scenery, and excellent beaches make up this paradise located in the Baía de Paranaguá, just 130 km from Curitiba. Ilha do Mel (Ilha do Mel) is located on the coast of the state of Paraná, 24 km from the municipality of Paranaguá. The island hosts beautiful beaches that can be…
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Tickets for Rio samba school parades on sale
The league of samba schools in Rio, LIESA, on Monday, December 5, began selling tickets for the parades of the highest-ranked samba schools in February 2023.