Category: Brazil
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Municipalities in Amapá Receive Humanitarian Aid Kits
A total of 54,000 humanitarian aid kits have been allocated by the Ministry of National Integration to families affected by flooding in the municipalities of Calçoene and Macapá, in the state of Amapá. The federal investment of R$ 1 million ensured approximately 51,000 gallons of drinking water, 700 food baskets, 900 mattresses, 850 kits with…
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Number of passengers in Brazil is expected to double
In the next ten years, the Brazilian Association of Airlines (Abear) aims to double the number of passengers transported in the country, reaching a total of 200 million people. The scenario was outlined by Abear president Eduardo Sanovicz during the panel “Social and economic benefits of aviation in Brazil and effects on the tourism sector,”…
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Rediscover Brazil on the Tiradentes Holiday
Minas Gerais was the stage for the Inconfidência Mineira, the most important Brazilian movement for the country’s freedom against the oppression of the Portuguese government during the colonial period. Some people prefer to take advantage of this traditional holiday to travel and escape their daily routine. An excellent option is to learn a bit about…
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São Thomé das Letras, the Stone City
São Thomé das Letras is located at the peak of a stone mountain, embedded in the Serra da Mantiqueira, 1,444 meters above sea level. The sky is very blue and the city is surrounded by a valley, where magnificent caves, waterfalls, endless caverns, and slopes are hidden. Traveling through Três Corações, accessed by a fully…
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Highlights from the Rio Carnival Parades
With breathtaking themes, the Rio de Janeiro carnival was once again a grand spectacle.On the first night of parades, an accident marked the opening of the event during the performance of the school Paraíso do Tuiuti, where a float ended up running over about 20 people.Singer Ivete Sangalo was honored by Grande Rio and surprised…
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The big winner of 2017: Portela
The samba school Portela was elected the winner of the Rio de Janeiro carnival parade, after a wait of 33 years. The judges gave Portela just 1 point more than the second place, Mocidade Independente. Portela last won in 1984 and still continues to be the samba school with the highest number of titles compared…
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Are You Abroad?
Anyone outside Brazil who is entitled to withdraw the balance of their inactive account from the Severance Indemnity Fund (FGTS) by the end of 2015, according to the payment schedule released by the government, should pay attention to the rules provided by Caixa Econômica Federal. The rules differ for those who have an account at…
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The Growth of Vehicle Exports
The value of vehicle exports from manufacturers based in Brazil grew by 46.1% in February compared to January, reaching US$ 1.18 billion. At the end of the first two months, there was an increase of 46.4%, totaling US$ 1.99 billion. For the sector, this was the best February in history. The data was released by…
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São Francisco River Supplies Thousands in Sergipe
The dredging works of the São Francisco River section in the state of Sergipe have been completed, ensuring water supply for over 700,000 people.
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Brasília Celebrates 57 Years
Brasília was pre-conceived and planned with an architectural design in the shape of an airplane, which sets it apart from everything you’ve ever seen. On the 21st of this month, Brasília turns 57 years old. More than just beautiful, the capital of Brazil is an essential stop on any tourist itinerary.The Center of PowerUpon arriving…