Category: Business
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Winter Weather and a Possible Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Year-End Travel
As Christmas approaches and a record number of people across the country begin their travels, they may face issues reaching their destinations. The winter weather combined with a possible government shutdown, which could leave TSA agents and air traffic controllers working without pay, are the main reasons for a potential minor chaos at airports. Although…
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Preserved mangrove transforms fishermen into tourism guides. Sustainable initiatives change the routine of traditional peoples
The Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, represents a paradox in popular imagination. On one side, it is associated with pollution; on the other, a postcard of Rio, bathing Sugarloaf Mountain, Paquetá Island, and with views of Corcovado, where the Christ the Redeemer statue stands, and Dedo de Deus in the Serra dos Órgãos National Park.…
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Travel Trends for 2025 Highlight Intentional, Immersive, and Sustainable Experiences
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2025 has arrived! In this article, you will find the latest trends reshaping the travel industry. With a focus on meaningful and immersive travel experiences and a commitment to sustainability, this year’s trends highlight a growing desire for intentional and culturally enriching journeys that leave a positive impact on both travelers and destinations.Slow Travel Takes…
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Visit to Oyster Farms Surprises Visitors in Florianópolis
Famous for its breathtaking beaches, Florianópolis is a must-visit destination for both nature lovers and food enthusiasts. In fact, Floripa – its affectionate nickname – is considered a Creative City of Gastronomy and has also received the title of the largest oyster producer in the country.Oyster ExperiencesThe oyster farming industry is an important economic and…
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Central Bank of Brazil says it will not interfere in the depreciation of the real
The director of monetary policy and future president of the Central Bank of Brazil, Gabriel Galípolo, stated that the institution will not interfere in the depreciation of the country’s currency, the real. He added that the floating exchange rate is one of the pillars of the country’s economy. This Monday, December 2, the Brazilian real…
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What Role Do Small Businesses Play in the American Economy?
The development of small businesses in the U.S. declined in the four decades before the pandemic — but since 2020, this segment of the private sector has driven most job creation.What is considered a small business?The Small Business Administration (SBA) generally defines any independent business with fewer than 500 employees as a “small business.”How many…
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Brazil Expects Record Summer for International Tourism
The Brazilian tourism authority, Embratur, expects the summer of 2025 to be a record season for international tourism both in Brazil and in Rio de Janeiro. From January to March next year, 4.5 million seats will be available on international flights to Brazil, the largest number in history, the agency reported. The countries that stand…
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Reconstruction: Lula Says “2025 Is the Year of Harvest”
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva highlighted, in a year-end interview, that the population will reap the results of the restructuring and relaunching of programs and policies that have been resumed and implemented since the beginning of his administration.
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Real Hits Historic Low and Exceeds R$6.30
The real is plummeting. Never before has the Brazilian currency been so weak against the US dollar since its creation in 1994. The Brazilian currency reached its weakest mark ever, R$ 6.3139 against the dollar on Wednesday (18). Weighing even more on the real, the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates and signaled it will…