Category: Brazil
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Why are Brazilian communities suing the mining company for the Mariana dam disaster in London?
In a historic case, Brazilian communities affected by the Mariana dam disaster in 2015 are suing the giant BHP in London for damages caused by the collapse of the Fundão dam.
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Brazilian Participation in the Annual Coterie + Magic Fair at the Javits Center
The Consulate General of Brazil in New York recently collaborated with SEBRAE-RJ (Support Service for Micro and Small Enterprises of Rio de Janeiro) to organize a fashion industry mission to New York City. This joint effort brought 32 Brazilian fashion companies to one of the world’s fashion capitals, aiming to showcase Brazilian talent and foster…
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Actress from “I’m Still Here” Fernanda Torres Wins Critics Choice Award
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Brazilian actress and writer Fernanda Torres was honored by the Critics Choice Awards in the category of Actress – International Film for her performance in I’m Still Here. The award is part of the 4th edition of the Celebration of Latino Cinema and Television, which took place on October 22 at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood.…
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Legends of Brazil: A Musical Celebration of 200 Years
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The year 2024 marks the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Brazil. Join PCE this November for a bicentennial celebration featuring two centuries of incredible music from South America, from the early works of native Brazilian composers to a world premiere commission by André Mehmari, a prominent figure in the current…
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No Woman No Cry, with Gilberto Gil, in Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Bob Marley’s Original Hit
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Playing For Change (PFC), a global multimedia company certified as a B Corp (Social Purpose Corporation) dedicated to uniting the world through the power of music, has released its latest Song Around The World, “No Woman No Cry,” featuring Stephen Marley, Gilberto Gil, and Mermans Mosengo. It was launched on October 11 on Rolling Stone…
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Samba Instruments Recognized as National Cultural Heritage of Brazil
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A total of nine samba musical instruments, including the pandeiro (a type of hand-played frame drum), tam-tam (a percussion instrument often referred to as a gong), cuíca (a type of friction drum), and tamborim, have been officially recognized as part of Brazil’s national cultural heritage. The law formalizing this recognition was signed by President Luiz…
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Government Launches Platform Listing Investments in Brazil and Worldwide
The Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services of Brazil has launched the InvestVis platform, which allows the general public to learn about investments made in Brazil and around the world. The tool enables users to see which countries invest the most in Brazil, which economic sectors receive the most international investments, where Brazilian investments…
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Pizzeria in Rio Among the Best in the World
Rome, New York, and São Paulo? No way! In Rio, you can also enjoy quality pizza! The guide 50 Top Pizza has chosen the best artisanal pizza in the world, and the Rio-based Ferro e Farinha came in 8th place. Dough, sauce, ingredients, and customer service were some of the criteria used in the voting.…
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Lonely Planet Reveals the Best Travel Destinations and Trends for 2025
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Lonely Planet, the global authority on travel, has revealed its top destinations to visit next year with the launch of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2025. The 15th edition of this bestselling book features 30 must-visit destinations around the world and, for the first time, the title includes the top 10 travel trend predictions for…