Category: Brazil
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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…
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With Record Delegation and Chance of Unprecedented Podium, Brazil Competes in Winter Olympics for 10th Time
The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics officially begin this Friday (6), with opening ceremonies scheduled at two iconic Italian locations: San Siro Stadium in Milan, and the city of Cortina. The ceremony will start at 4 PM (Brasília time), bringing together around 2,900 athletes from 92 countries. Brazil will be represented by 14 competitors, marking the largest…
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Brazil to Compete in the Winter Olympics for the 10th Time
The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics officially begin this Friday (6), with opening ceremonies scheduled for two iconic locations in Italy: San Siro Stadium in Milan, and the city of Cortina. The ceremony will start at 4 PM (Brasília time), bringing together around 2,900 athletes from 92 countries. Brazil will be represented by 14 competitors, marking the…
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Orelha the Dog: The Case Exposing Ignored Cruelty in Brazil
THE ORELHA CASE The death of the dog Orelha gained traction on social media and international attention when reported at the beginning of January 2026. On the 5th, a community dog from Praia Brava in Florianópolis arrived at a veterinary clinic injured and in agony. From beatings on the body to deep cuts, the 10-year-old…
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Study explains difference in symptoms between Oropouche fever and dengue
A study by Brazilian researchers during the 2024 Oropouche fever outbreak highlights key symptom differences from dengue to aid diagnosis in co-circulating regions.
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My office is on the beach: Brazilian coastline consolidates as paradise for digital nomads
The image of a laptop resting on a table with a sea view has gone from being just a dream to becoming the routine for many professionals. The Brazilian coastline is emerging as a reference for digital nomads, those workers lucky enough to combine work and travel. The trend of an office anywhere in the…
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CUIABÁ: Heat, Exuberant Nature, and the Gateway to Ecological Paradises in the Heart of Brazil
With the official arrival of summer, Cuiabá takes its place as one of the hottest and most vibrant capitals in the country. If high temperatures are the city’s trademark, they also serve as the perfect invitation to explore the natural riches that surround it. Strategically located in the heart of South America, Cuiabá is the…
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Caetano and Bethânia Win Grammy for Best Global Music Album
Brothers Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia won the 2026 Grammy for Best Global Music Album on Sunday (Jan. 1st) for the album Caetano e Bethânia ao Vivo. Presenter Dee Dee Bridgewater received the award on their behalf at the ceremony in Los Angeles, United States. The award-winning production is a recording of the artists’ tour.…
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Caetano and Bethânia Win Grammy for Best Global Music Album
Siblings Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia won the 2026 Grammy Awards this Sunday (01) in the Best Global Music Album category with the album Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo. The award was received on their behalf by presenter Dee Dee Bridgewater during the event in Los Angeles, United States. The award-winning production is a recording…
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Meet Milo and Tina, the ‘First Openly Gen Z Mascots’ of the Olympics
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For decades, every Olympic and Paralympic Games has been represented by some kind of mascot, with varied public receptions—from the much-criticized “Izzy” from Atlanta in 1996 to the beloved panda from Beijing 2022 and the big-eyed, divisive hats from Paris 2024. Taking over the post for 2026 are Milo and Tina, a pair of sibling…