Category: Brazil
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Mel Lisboa Celebrates Mocidade’s Tribute to Rita Lee and Says Singer Would Be Happy
Actress Mel Lisboa was one of the main highlights of the Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel parade at Marquês de Sapucaí in Rio de Janeiro, in a presentation dedicated to singer Rita Lee. At the end of the school’s passage, the artist commented on the emotion of participating in the tribute and said she believes…
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São Paulo (Brazil) Chosen by International Ranking as the Best City for Nightlife
São Paulo is enjoying a moment of international acclaim, having been named the world’s best city for nightlife according to the World’s Best Cities 2026 ranking, released in November last year. According to Bloomberg, the capital has become a reference point by transforming previously abandoned spaces, such as banks and underground galleries, into bars, clubs,…
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São Paulo Named Best City for Nightlife by International Ranking
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São Paulo is experiencing an international spotlight after being named the world’s best city for nightlife, according to the World’s Best Cities 2026 ranking, released in November last year. According to Bloomberg, the capital has become a reference point by transforming previously abandoned spaces, such as banks and underground galleries, into bars, clubs, and restaurants…
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Lucas Pinheiro Wins Brazil’s First Gold Medal at the Winter Olympics
The story was written in Bormio, a city in the Italian Alps, near the border with Switzerland. This Saturday (14), Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won Brazil’s first medal in a Winter Olympics. And a gold one, at that. The skier won the giant slalom event at the Milan and Cortina Games. The giant slalom consists of…
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Lucas Pinheiro Wins Brazil’s First Gold at Winter Olympics
The story was written in Bormio, a city in the Italian Alps, near the border with Switzerland. On this Saturday (14), Lucas Pinheiro Braathen claimed Brazil’s first medal in a Winter Olympics. And it was gold right away. The skier won the giant slalom event at the Milan and Cortina Games. The giant slalom consists…
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Over 60% of Brazilians are overweight
Overweight among Brazilians increased by 20 percentage points in 18 years. In 2024, 62.6% of the population were overweight, compared to 42.6% in 2006. Obesity (body mass index equal to or greater than 30 kg/m²) doubled, rising from 11.8% to 25.7% of the population. The data were released this week by the Ministry of Health…
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Brazil expected to have 781,000 new cancer cases per year by 2028
Brazil is expected to have 781,000 new cancer cases per year between 2026 and 2028. Cancer is approaching cardiovascular diseases as the leading cause of death in the country. The data are from the publication Estimativa 2026-2028: Incidência de Câncer no Brasil, by the National Cancer Institute (Inca), released this Wednesday (4) in Rio de…
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Shakira Will Headline ‘Todo Mundo No Rio’ in Copacabana
Singer Shakira will be the main attraction of the “Todo mundo no Rio” event, scheduled for the night of May 2 on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, according to information released by columnist Lauro Jardim and confirmed by g1. The performance is set to start at 9:45 p.m. and is part of the programming…
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Shakira to Headline ‘Todo Mundo no Rio’ in Copacabana
Singer Shakira will be the main attraction at the “Todo mundo no Rio” event, scheduled for the night of May 2 on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, according to information released by columnist Lauro Jardim and confirmed by g1. The performance is scheduled to start at 9:45 p.m. and is part of the programming…
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Pancreatitis and Weight-Loss Pens: What Is Known About Suspicious Deaths and Authority Alerts
The National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) recorded 145 suspected pancreatitis notifications associated with the use of medications known as “weight-loss pens” between January 2020 and December 2025. Of this total, six notifications had a suspected death outcome reported by the notifiers themselves, according to the agency. The topic returned to the center of the debate…