Category: In Focus
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Italian Cultural Center Celebrates 150 Years of Italian Immigration to Brazil
Rio de Janeiro welcomed a new cultural center: the Italian Cultural Center Polo Cultural ItalianoRio – art, design, and innovation. This center is the result of an inter-institutional project between the Consulate General of Italy in Rio, the Italian Cultural Institute, and the European Institute of Design (EID). It aims to transform the first floor…
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How Easter is Celebrated in Brazil?
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Discover how Easter is celebrated in Brazil, with Holy Week masses, chocolate eggs, the Easter Bunny, and the best destinations like Gramado, Pomerode, and Penedo.
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How St. Patrick’s Day Gained New Life in America
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Every March 17, the U.S. transforms into an emerald country for a day. Americans wear green clothes and drink green beer. Green milkshakes, bagels, and grits appear on menus. In a trick worthy of a leprechaun, Chicago even dyes its river green. Revellers from coast to coast celebrate all things Irish by raising pints of…
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Eduardo Kobra: Learn More About the Artist’s Studio in São Paulo
If you are one of those who truly appreciate Eduardo Kobra’s incredible work, we have great news. The artist has decided to open the doors of his studio at the FAMA Museum in Itu, São Paulo. It’s an opportunity to see his works up close, known for their unique characteristics, full of colors and beauty.…
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What is Silver Tourism?
Silver Tourism is an area that can be included in the broader concept of “silver economy.” The European Parliament defines the “silver economy” as one that includes older adults in economic activity, creating products and services tailored to their needs. The tourism sector aimed at older people is one of the areas that needs more…
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These Are The 10 US Cities With The Best Quality Of Life
US News and World Report recently released its annual ranking of the cities in the United States with the best quality of life. The cities were ranked based on the following factors: • Crime rates • Quality of education • Well-being • Transportation • Quality and availability of healthcare • Air Quality Index (AQI) •…
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Disney Ticket Prices Will Rise in 2025
Walt Disney World has put tickets on sale for 2025, and the prices of many tickets are higher compared to this year’s prices. The cheapest tickets for a single day at the park have increased by $10. For example, some tickets for late August at Animal Kingdom have gone up from $109 to $119. Other…
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Florida Tries to Pass Legislation That Will Prohibit Children Under 16 from Having Social Media Accounts. What Do You Think?
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The Florida House of Representatives has approved legislation that will prohibit anyone under the age of 16 in the state from maintaining accounts on certain social media platforms. The bill now goes to the desk of Republican Governor Ron DeSantis. The legislation – Online Protections for Minors – will require some social media platforms to…
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8 Million Enjoyed the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro This Year
Approximately 8 million people enjoyed the Carnival in the city of Rio de Janeiro.
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Tickets for the Copa América USA Go on Sale Next Week
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Tickets for the Copa América 2024 in the United States will go on sale on February 28, CONMEBOL announced. Tickets for the group stages, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and third place match will all be available for purchase on this date. Tickets for the final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens will not be on sale…