Category: Geral
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Consumer Confidence is Falling – Rapidly – in the U.S.
Happy consumers spend more money—on products and services. Chain Store Age (CSA) reports that “consumer confidence took a significant hit in March.” The University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index fell 11% to its lowest level since November 2022, marking three consecutive months of declining consumer confidence. In fact, it is 22% below December 2024. The…
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Seven Benefits of Reading Every Day
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Now, more than ever, books have become accessible and even cheap. The different formats of a book – hardcover, paperback, digital – have also made reading easier and more varied. But how much time do we really dedicate to reading a book? It’s not a good sign if you can’t remember the last time you…
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Inflation is Leading Consumers to Identify Their Priorities
As Americans deal with inflation, 76% are cutting back on spending, according to the second annual Wells Fargo Money Study.
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Strategies to Reduce Your Debt
Are accumulated debts causing you stress? If so, you are not alone. The average consumer debt is on the rise in the United States. Consider the money management strategies below to take control of your debt, along with tips to leverage new tools to reduce your spending. – Have a complete view. Take a 360-degree…
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The Documentary ‘Milton Bituca Nascimento’ Tells the Story of a Beloved Brazilian Musician
The documentary Milton Bituca Nascimento recently premiered in Brazilian cinemas, revealing the emotional story of Milton Nascimento through testimonies from national and international artists.
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‘Rigor and Beauty’ by Beatriz Milhazes at the Guggenheim
This exhibition presents the work of global contemporary artist Beatriz Milhazes (b. 1960, Rio de Janeiro), who engages with her cultural heritage and Brazilian identity through the language of abstraction. The artist’s vast body of work spans four decades—from the 1980s to the present—and encompasses sculpture, collage, printmaking, textiles, public art, and, especially, painting. This…
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Encounters: 200 Years of Brazil-U.S. Friendship
On May 26, 1824, the United States became the first country to recognize Brazil’s independence. This exhibition celebrates 200 years of friendly, peaceful, and uninterrupted relations between the two largest nations in the Americas. Few countries can boast such a long and enduring bilateral relationship. Originally held at the Palácio do Itamaraty in Brasília in…
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Christ the Redeemer: Most Sought-After Attraction Among Foreign Tourists
In 2025, Rio remains the top destination booked by foreign tourists. The city also continues to lead the ranking of the ten most sought-after attractions online in Brazil, with Christ the Redeemer at the top of the list, with over 175,000 searches in a year. The data comes from the 2025 edition of Tourism Trends,…
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‘Without Borders’, Partnership between Embratur and TikTok Promises to Bring Brazil’s Attractions to the World
Brazil is being presented to the world directly by those who make tourism happen. This is the focus of the partnership established between Embratur (Brazilian Institute of Tourism) and TikTok. The Brazilian agency and the social platform introduced an initiative aimed at empowering small and medium enterprises, as well as professionals in the tourism sector,…
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Discover the Pataxó Villages in a 5-Day Immersion in Brazil
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Porto Seguro, in the state of Bahia, is much more than just a tourist destination. In addition to stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife, the region offers a unique opportunity to get closer to the routines, customs, and cultural traditions of the Pataxó people. Immersing yourself in the villages of the region is a transformative experience…