Category: Geral
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“Civil War”: Wagner Moura Debuts as Protagonist in American Cinemas
The darkest chapter in United States history has never been far from Hollywood’s imagination. From “Gone with the Wind” to “Glory” and “Lincoln,” films have brought us the barbarity and politics of the Civil War. But what if the bloody conflict of the 19th century was merely our first civil war? This is the premise…
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How to Get a First-Class Seat Without Emptying Your Bank Account
Tight seats, crowded overhead compartments, pretzel bags (if there are any left) – all of this is part of the experience when it comes to flying these days. But while this may be true in economy class, the story is very different if you’re lucky enough to fly first class. Booking a seat in first…
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More Than 1,500 Firearms Were Intercepted at U.S. Airports from January to March – And the Vast Majority Were Loaded
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reports that its officers intercepted 1,503 firearms in carry-on bags at security checkpoints in U.S. airports during the first quarter of 2024. This number is very close to the TSA’s interceptions in the first quarter of 2023, when 1,508 firearms were intercepted, the agency said in a press release. Overall,…
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O.J. Simpson, Athlete Whose Trial Stopped the U.S., Dies at 76
O.J. Simpson, who rose to fame on the football field, made a fortune in film, television, and advertising, and was acquitted of the murder of his ex-wife and her friend in a trial in 1995 that captivated the nation, died on Wednesday (10) at his home in Las Vegas. He was 76 years old. The…
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American Economy Continues to Heat Up and Inflation Rises More Than Expected
The rise in fuel prices and the extremely high mortgages and rents have caused inflation to rise more than expected in March, worsening the prolonged and painful battle Americans face against high costs. The consumer prices in the United States grew to 3.5% annually in the 12 months ending in March, according to the latest…
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Launch of a New Program for Women Entrepreneurs in the U.S.
In 2014, iconic designer Tory Burch and Bank of America teamed up to form The Tory Burch and Bank of America Capital Program, which helps women entrepreneurs find affordable loans to improve or grow their businesses. And they reached a phenomenal milestone: they provided $100 million in low-cost capital to women entrepreneurs. Building on this…
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Lines (Im)Possible – Solo Exhibition by Lo Leão in New York
The international debut of Lo Leão will take place at the Consulate General of Brazil in New York from April 11 to May 24, 2024. Recognized for her meticulous wood embroidery technique, Lo Leão draws inspiration from Brazilian tile work, her roots, and the modernist movement. With a family legacy steeped in handmade craftsmanship, the…
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(Im)Possible Lines – Lo Leão’s Solo Exhibition Debuts in New York
Lo Leão’s first international exhibition will take place at the Consulate General of Brazil in New York from April 11 to May 24, 2024. Known for her meticulous wood embroidery technique, Lo Leão draws inspiration from Brazilian tile art, her origins, and the modernist movement. With a family legacy steeped in handmade craftsmanship, the artist…
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Brazil Delays Visa Requirement for Citizens of Australia, Canada, and the USA to 2025
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in Asia, Brazil, Business, Entertainment, Geral, Inside, North America, Oceania, Politics, Tourism, United StatesTourists from Australia, Canada, and the United States holding regular passports will still be able to enter through land borders, ports, and airports without presenting a visa for Brazil. A decree published in an extra edition of the Official Gazette on Tuesday (9) postponed by one year – to April 10, 2025 – the measure…
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Brazil postpones the requirement for visas for Americans until 2025
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in Asia, Brazil, Business, Entertainment, Geral, Inside, North America, Oceania, Politics, Tourism, United StatesTourists from Australia, Canada, and the United States holding these passports will still be able to enter through land borders, ports, and airports without presenting a visa for Brazil. A decree published on Tuesday (9) postponed by one year – to April 10, 2025 – the measure that determined the visa requirement starting this Wednesday…