Category: Brazil
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Rio City Hall eyes New York City model for armed Municipal Force
During a visit to Rio de Janeiro this Thursday (26), the head of the New York City Police Department, Michael J. LiPetri, advocated for intensive use of remote monitoring and data science as the foundation for addressing public security issues. Rio city hall recognizes the U.S. city as a model for forming the new Municipal…
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“The sertão resists in the face of climate change,” researcher states
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When Carlos Magno de Medeiros Morais states that “The sertão resists in the face of climate change,” he is not talking about an academic abstraction. He is talking about a concrete territory, a lived experience, and a productive agricultural model that has resisted for generations in the Brazilian Semi-Arid region. Mestre in Agroecology and coordinator…
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“The Sertão resists in the face of climate change,” says researcher
When Carlos Magno de Medeiros Morais states that “The Sertão resists in the face of climate change,” he is not talking about an academic abstraction. He is talking about a concrete territory, a lived experience, and a productive agricultural model that has endured for generations in Brazil’s Semi-Arid region. With a master’s degree in Agroecology…
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Trump selects Darren Beattie to lead US-Brazil relations
The government of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, has appointed Darren Beattie to a strategic position with direct influence over U.S. policy toward Brazil, in a decision that could impact the diplomatic balance between the two countries. The information was reported by Reuters on Friday (27), based on sources familiar with the…
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Trump Chooses Darren Beattie to Head US Relations with Brazil
The administration of US President Donald Trump has appointed Darren Beattie to a strategic position with direct influence over US policy toward Brazil, in a decision that could impact the diplomatic balance between the two countries. The information was reported by Reuters on Friday (27), based on sources familiar with the appointment. According to Reuters,…
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Historic Rains Leave 20 Dead in Minas Gerais’ Zona da Mata Region
At least 20 people died in Minas Gerais’ Zona da Mata region due to historic rains since Monday night, with Juiz de Fora the hardest hit, confirming 16 deaths.
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Caminhos da Ibiapaba Trail Connects Three Biomes in the Northeast
A new ecotourism and adventure route is now integrated into Brazil’s map of long-distance trails, connecting the states of Piauí and Ceará over a 180-kilometer stretch. Fully signposted and structured, the Caminhos da Ibiapaba trail crosses areas of Caatinga, Atlantic Forest, and Cerrado, promoting immersion in natural landscapes and archaeological sites, as well as boosting…
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“Trilha Caminhos da Ibiapaba” Connects Three Biomes in Northeast Brazil
A new 180 km ecotourism trail connects Piauí and Ceará, crossing Caatinga, Atlantic Forest, and Cerrado, while boosting sustainable tourism in the region.
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Unidos do Viradouro is champion of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival
Unidos do Viradouro is the champion of the 2026 Rio de Janeiro Carnival, securing the title with 270 points.
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Mocidade Alegre is São Paulo Carnival champion for the 13th time
Mocidade Alegre wins the São Paulo Carnival for the 13th time after a razor-thin victory over Gaviões da Fiel and Dragões da Real.