Category: In Focus
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Faith and Tradition at the Feast of the Divine Holy Spirit
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Welcome to the Feast of the Divine Holy Spirit, one of the most popular cultural and religious events in Brazil. Amid ancestral rituals and religiosity, this celebration unites believers and tourists in a journey of devotion and tradition. As part of the Catholic tradition, this festival is based on the belief that Jesus Christ revealed…
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Rio stands out on the list of must-visit destinations for 2025
That Rio is a showcase for the world is something everyone knows. What continues to grow is the number of publications highlighting the Marvelous City as one of the top destinations to visit in 2025. The latest is the British magazine Wanderlust, which has been sharing unique experiences and destinations since 1993. Rio was featured…
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This Weekend Has the Oscars. Will Brazil Win Its First Statuette?
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If it depended on some prestigious international publications, “I Am Still Here” would give Brazil its first Oscar statuette. The Guardian wrote: “There are many reasons why Walter Salles’ moving drama, ‘I Am Still Here’, should win the Oscar for Best Picture: its beautiful Brazilian soundtrack, extraordinary and empathetic performances, and moving cinematography, to name…
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Oscar 2025 Takes Place This Sunday. Will Brazil Win Its First Statuette?
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If it depended on some prestigious international publications, “I Am Still Here” would give Brazil its first Oscar statuette. The newspaper The Guardian wrote: “There are many reasons why Walter Salles’ moving drama, I Am Still Here, should win the Oscar for Best Picture: its beautiful Brazilian soundtrack, extraordinary and empathetic performances, and touching cinematography,…
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Lady Gaga to Perform at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro
Singer Lady Gaga will be the main attraction of a free megashow at Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, on May 3 of this year. Other big names in global music will perform along the Rio waterfront in free shows throughout May until 2028. The project Todo Mundo no Rio (“Everyone in Rio”) was announced by…
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Lady Gaga to Perform at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro
Singer Lady Gaga will be the main artist performing at a major free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on May 3 of this year.
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How About Swapping Your Home with Strangers Instead of Using Hotels or Airbnbs?
Traveling is expensive. But at the same time, it’s something that people are prioritizing more and more. So, the way is to find new ways to travel and try to reduce costs. The trend now is to swap homes with a stranger, instead of staying in hotels or Airbnb. Kindred is one of several home…
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Eunice Paiva’s Grave Becomes a Tourist Spot After ‘I Am Still Here’
A tombstone in a small blue chapel at the Araçá Cemetery in São Paulo affectionately mentions her: “An example for her family and for Brazilian democracy.” She lies next to several chapels belonging to Italian families, where the lawyer and one of the symbols of the fight against the Brazilian dictatorship and for the defense…
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Eunice Paiva’s Grave Becomes a Tourist Attraction After ‘I Am Still Here’
Eunice Paiva’s grave has become a tourist attraction, drawing visitors to the Araçá Cemetery in São Paulo, especially after the film ‘Ainda Estou Aqui’ brought her story to light.
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Is It Too Expensive to Visit Disney? Disney Itself Thinks So
Is it too expensive for a middle-class family to visit Disney? Many people believe so, and apparently, Disney itself does too.