Category: Geral
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Minas Cheese Added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Minas cheese was added to UNESCO’s global list of intangible cultural heritage on Wednesday (4). The inscription elevates the cheese’s profile internationally and helps protect the traditions that compose it. The cheese, made from fresh cow’s milk, comes in the following forms: fresh, which resembles ricotta cheese, although with a different texture; semi-aged; and aged.…
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Experts Reveal Three Important Factors in Dementia Prevention
There are three main factors you should be concerned about when it comes to preventing dementia, suggests a new study. Over the years, everything from the time you go to bed to the amount of alcohol you drink has been associated with memory loss, various studies have shown. But, by analyzing data from over 20,000…
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New York Has Over 600,000 ‘Undocumented’ Immigrants. Who Are They?
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in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Business, children, Community, Economy, Europe, Geral, Health, Immigration, Inside, Men, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Politics, United States, Women, WorldPresident-elect Donald Trump’s promise of mass deportations has put a new spotlight on the more than 220,000 immigrants, mostly asylum seekers, who have already filled shelters in New York City in an influx that began two years ago. But they are just some of the ‘undocumented’ immigrants in the state. Overall, New York State hosted…
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Home Depot Sales Drop Signals Concern for the American Economy
Home Depot says that consumers in the United States are not feeling entirely comfortable with the economy and are spending less on home renovation projects. The construction materials giant has significantly lowered its sales expectations for the year. The company stated that customers are spending less on home renovation projects, pressured by rising interest rates…
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Notre Dame Cathedral to Reopen After More Than 5 Years of Reconstruction
After more than five years of reconstruction following the fire that devastated Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris in 2019, two invitation-only ceremonies on Saturday and Sunday will mark the rebirth of this well-known tourist attraction. About 50 heads of state and government are expected to attend the ceremonies, including the elected President of the United…
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Caminho do Samba Aims to Attract Foreign Tourists to the Suburbs of Rio
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Caminho do Samba aims to attract foreign tourists to the Oswaldo Cruz neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, highlighting its rich samba heritage.
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Central Bank of Brazil says it will not interfere in the depreciation of the real
The director of Monetary Policy of the Central Bank of Brazil and future president of the Central Bank, 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. On Monday, December…
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The Opposite of What He Said, President Biden Pardons His Son Hunter Biden
President Joe Biden announced on Sunday (1) that he has pardoned his son Hunter Biden, who was facing sentencing for tax evasion and possession of a firearm. “Today, I signed a pardon for my son Hunter,” the president said in a statement. It is a “full and unconditional pardon,” according to a copy of the…
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Australia Approves Ban on Social Media for Under-16s
Australia approved on Thursday (27) a ban on social media for children under 16, following an emotional debate that swept the nation, establishing a benchmark for jurisdictions worldwide with one of the strictest regulations aimed at big tech. The law forces tech giants like Instagram and TikTok to prevent logins from minors or face fines…
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Lasers: A Safer Alternative to Weight Loss Medications?
Weight loss medications have exploded in popularity due to quick results and use among celebrities and influencers. J.P. Morgan predicts that by 2030, 30 million Americans will be using them.