Category: Entertainment
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Samba Instruments Become Expressions of National Culture
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Nine musical instruments of samba, including the pandeiro, tamtam, cuíca, and tamborim, have been recognized as expressions of national culture throughout Brazilian territory. The law that formalizes this decision was sanctioned by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and published in the Diário Oficial da União. Also recognized as cultural practices and traditions are the…
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Flip attracts between 27,000 and 30,000 people to Paraty
The 22nd International Literary Festival of Paraty (Flip) came to an end on October 13, after five days of an intense cultural program. According to the organizers, the event attracted between 27,000 and 30,000 people to the historic city on the southern coast of Rio de Janeiro. As the flagship of a vast parallel program…
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Staircase Telling the Story of União da Vitória in Mosaics Becomes a Tourist Attraction
The municipality of União da Vitória, in the southern region of Paraná, inaugurated a colorful staircase that provides access to Morro do Cristo, in the São Joaquim neighborhood. The staircase is part of a complete revitalization of the Morro do Cristo park, with an investment of R$ 541 thousand from the State Government, which also…
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Happy Halloween!
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Halloween is undoubtedly the scariest and most ghostly date of all. Children dress up as Batman, the Joker, Wonder Woman, or some other favorite character; they go to parties or walk around neighborhoods with pumpkins asking for candy. Scary decorations fill windows and porches, and screams can be heard in living rooms across the country…
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U.S. Airlines Are Required to Refund You for Canceled Flights
U.S. airlines are now required to provide passengers with an automatic refund for canceled or significantly delayed flights and for services that were paid for but not provided.
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Maguila, Legend of Brazilian Boxing, Dies at 66
The legend of Brazilian boxing José Adilson Rodrigues dos Santos, popularly known as Maguila, died at the age of 66 in São Paulo on Thursday (24). The former heavyweight champion, known for his powerful punches, suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a consequence of the numerous blows to the head he endured. Maguila was born on…
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Maguila, Brazilian boxing legend, dies at 66
Former Brazilian boxer José Adilson Maguila died at the age of 66 on Thursday (24). One of the top heavyweights and owner of one of the most powerful right punches in Brazilian boxing, he suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy, also known as pugilistic dementia, diagnosed in 2013. Maguila was born on July 11, 1958, in…
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It’s Time to Book Your Ticket If You’re Thinking of Traveling for the Year-End Holidays
Those planning to travel during this year’s holiday season should consider booking their tickets now to secure a more affordable flight. According to insights from Google, shared with Travel + Leisure, October is the best time to book tickets for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Specifically for Christmas, cheaper domestic flights are available during the…
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Japan Eliminates Visa for Several Countries and Sees Tourism Grow
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in Arts & Culture, Asia, Business, Economy, Entertainment, Gastronomy, Geral, In Focus, Inside, TourismJapan is known for its fascinating blend of ancient tradition and modernity driven by powerful cutting-edge technology. This captivating country stretches across a chain of islands over 1,500 miles (2,400 km) long, encompassing the four main islands: Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. Each island contributes to stunning landscapes, bustling urban centers, and serene rural areas,…
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How About Skipping the Line at Disney Parks? But Prepare Your Wallet
A new Disney service, announced on Wednesday (16), will allow you to enter a faster line at any time of the day without needing to reserve your spot through the app, the only option previously offered for those wanting to escape the two-hour wait at the most popular attractions. The “Lightning Lane Premier Pass” is…