Category: Brazil
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Brazil surpasses 2 million homes with solar energy
A recent study by the Brazilian Association of Photovoltaic Solar Energy (ABSOLAR) reveals that Brazil has reached a significant milestone, with over 2 million homes now equipped with solar energy systems. This achievement represents a remarkable investment totaling more than 70.3 billion reais since 2012. According to data from ABSOLAR, the solar rooftops installed in…
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NASA Expands Use of Freshwater Tool to Protect the Amazon
NASA and the United States Geological Survey (USGS), in partnership with the Large-Scale Hydrology Research Group at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul – the only institution outside the United States participating in the project, launched OpenET-Brazil in April – an online tool designed to provide detailed data on water consumption and evapotranspiration…
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In Brazil, a woman is raped every 8 minutes
In 2022, Brazil recorded 67,626 cases of rape against women. “This amounts to approximately one rape every 8 minutes in the country,” reveals the Annual Socioeconomic Report on Women (Raseam), released on Wednesday (April 24) in Brasília by the Ministry of Women. According to the document, the Southeast, the most populous region in Brazil, recorded…
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Brazilian Music Foundation Celebrates 10 Years with a Special Concert
The Brazilian Music Foundation is celebrating its 10th Anniversary on May 9, 2024, at 8:30 PM, at The National Opera Center in New York, presenting a concert titled: Brazilian Rhythms and Styles “A Crossover from Classical to Popular Music.” With the help of dedicated musicians from around the world who share their art to bring…
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Discover the Charm of ‘Coxinha’
In the vibrant landscape of Brazilian cuisine, a standout snack encapsulates both simplicity and Brazil’s rich cultural heritage: the coxinha. Cherished for its delicious flavors and distinct shape, this snack offers a taste of Brazil’s deep culinary traditions.The History of CoxinhaDating back to the 19th century, the origins of coxinha, which means “little thigh” in…
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May 1st: 30th Anniversary of Ayrton Senna’s Death
The 30th anniversary of the death of three-time F1 champion Ayrton Senna was remembered on Wednesday (1) with a memorial at the Imola Formula 1 track, where he died during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. The CEO of Formula 1, Stefano Domenicali, joined hundreds of fans, politicians from Brazil and Italy, as well as…
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Madonna’s Show in Copacabana on May 4 Expected to Attract 1.5 Million
The city of Rio de Janeiro expects 1.5 million people at Madonna’s show in Copacabana this Saturday, May 4. A plan similar to the one traditionally adopted for New Year’s Eve has been announced by municipal, state, and federal authorities. According to municipal authorities, Madonna is set to take the stage at 9:45 PM for…
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Madonna’s Show at Copacabana Beach Expected to Attract 1.5 Million
The city of Rio de Janeiro expects 1.5 million people to attend Madonna’s show in Copacabana on Saturday, May 4.
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Fire at Inn in Porto Alegre, South Brazil, Leaves at Least 10 Dead
At least ten people died in a large-scale fire that hit an inn in downtown Porto Alegre in the early hours of Friday (26). The Military Fire Department of Rio Grande do Sul deployed five trucks to combat the flames in the three-story building. On social media, the agency reported that the fire was brought…
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Anitta launches ‘Funk Generation’, a Brazilian funk album
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Brazilian singer Anitta is back with new music. The 31-year-old artist released her sixth studio album, Funk Generation, on Friday, April 26. In an Instagram post, Anitta explained how Funk Generation celebrates Brazilian funk music. “This project brings nuances of this 100% Brazilian musical genre and marks my journey as a person and artist,” the…