Category: Community
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Biden Administration Considers Protection for Undocumented Spouses of American Citizens
The Biden administration is considering a proposal to protect from deportation the undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens and allow them to work legally in the country, four officials familiar with the discussions told The New York Times. The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity to the publication, said that no final decision has been…
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Following Trump, Biden Issues Order Preventing Immigrants from Seeking Asylum at the Border
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President Biden issued an executive order on Tuesday (4) that prevents immigrants from seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border, a dramatic measure in an election year where the issue has become one of the top concerns for voters. The measure is the most restrictive border policy instituted by Biden, or any other modern Democrat, and…
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Festa Junina: The Vibrant Brazilian Celebration of Culture and Tradition
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In the heart of Brazil, immersed in the rich tapestry of its cultural heritage, lies a festival that embodies the essence of Brazilian joie de vivre – Festa Junina (Junina Festivals). This colorful celebration, deeply rooted in rural traditions, pays homage to the rural way of life, Catholic saints, and the abundant harvest season. From…
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Brazil Has 1,942 Cities at Risk of Environmental Disaster
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With the worsening of climate change caused by human action on the environment, environmental and climatic disasters have increased worldwide, as seen in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, in southern Brazil. The Brazilian government has identified 1,942 cities susceptible to disasters associated with landslides and floods — nearly 35 percent of all municipalities…
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June 19: The Day the Chains of Slavery Fell
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in Arts & Culture, Community, Education, Entertainment, Geral, History, In Focus, Inside, Men, Politics, United States, WomenBlack America has celebrated Juneteenth since June 19, 1865, when American troops arrived in the state of Texas to announce that the conflict had ended with the surrender of the Confederacy in April. This occurred two months after Appomattox, the small town in the state of Virginia where Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered his…
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Eight Dead and Dozens Injured in Bus Accident Transporting Immigrant Workers in Florida
The Florida Highway Patrol reported that a bus carrying 53 people on State Road 40 between Ocala and Dunnellon, in Marion County, collided with a pickup truck at 6:30 AM local time for undetermined reasons, causing it to veer off the road and overturn. The police say the bus was transporting “immigrant workers” to a…
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Thanks to a New Type of Visa, It’s Easier to Live in Some Countries
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New visa programs and tax incentives are making it easier for many to arrange life and start anew abroad, with countries like Portugal, Spain, and Costa Rica leading the way.
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Heavy Rains Return to Rio Grande do Sul
The state of Rio Grande do Sul is facing a state of calamity that may worsen as heavy rains returned to the region this Friday (10). The forecast indicates that the rain, accompanied by cold weather, will persist until Tuesday. Authorities have many concerns. Emergency shelters are not prepared for the impending cold. Therefore, local…
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Azul Will Transport Donations from the USA to Rio Grande do Sul
The floods in Rio Grande do Sul have become international news, and those living outside Brazil are moved by the situation. Therefore, there are many people in the United States and other countries who want to send some help. If you are one of them, know that Azul will transport donations of certain items from…