Category: In Focus
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The World’s Largest Cruise Ship Is Almost Ready
The world’s largest cruise ship has completed its construction at a shipyard in Finland and has made its first outing to open waters for sea testing, ahead of its expected delivery in November this year. Being a new type of cruise ship, there will be all kinds of new features on board, including a water…
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UNESCO Reaffirms Partnership to Strengthen Culture in Brazil
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The Brazilian Ministry of Culture (MinC) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) recently celebrated the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development in a meeting that reinforced the importance of respecting Brazil’s diversity, inclusion, and strengthening culture in the country. “Culture is our greatest power; Brazil has a wealth…
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The Famous Brazilian “Churrasco” is the Signature Dish of Gaúcha Cuisine
Famous for its mild climate and European-influenced architecture, the state of Rio Grande do Sul is often visited by tourists who appreciate wine tourism and culinary tourism. After all, there’s nothing better than savoring a glass of good wine in the cool weather of Porto Alegre. The state capital offers incredible experiences for foodies who…
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“Pelas Ruas Que Andei” – A Biography of Alceu Valença
“He never gave up his identity throughout his career,” emphasizes journalist Julio Moura, author of the 562-page book “Pelas Ruas Que Andei” (Pelas ruas que andei) – A Biography of Alceu Valença. The work about the artist of multiple influences was released in June in Recife, Brazil. Valença, who turned 77, has a career marked…
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July is Women’s World Cup Month
Australia and New Zealand will co-host the ninth FIFA Women’s World Cup, which will take place from July 20 to August 20, 2023. 32 nations will compete in the Women’s World Cup for the first time. Born as a 12-team tournament in 1991, it was expanded to include 16 countries in USA 1999 and 24…
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New Immigration Reform Proposal Promises Legal Status to Millions
In a rare display of bipartisan collaboration, Representatives Maria Elvira Salazar, a Republican from Florida, and Veronica Escobar, a Democrat from Texas, have joined forces to introduce a comprehensive immigration reform bill. The bill, titled “The Dignity Act,” is based on the bipartisan legislation crafted by the senators known as the “Gang of Eight” and…
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American Consulates in Brazil Will Operate on Saturday to Reduce Visa Wait Times
The Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil announced that they will be open on Saturday to try to reduce the long wait times for American visas.
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Barbie, Super Mario, Indiana Jones: Summer Begins Full of Nostalgia
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in Arts & Culture, Brazil, Entertainment, Fashion, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Movies, United States, Video, WorldPut on your bell-bottoms, grab your Tamagotchi, and head to the movies to watch “The Little Mermaid,” “Indiana Jones,” or some other retro film that is making this the summer of nostalgia. From the movie “Barbie” to a purple milkshake from McDonald’s in honor of Grimace’s 52nd anniversary, the number of retro products and entertainment…
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Since May 21, There Are No More Covid-19 Related Restrictions for Travelers Entering Brazil
Since May 21, there are no longer any health restrictions related to Covid-19 for travelers entering Brazil. With the end of the health emergency announced by the World Health Organization (WHO), Anvisa no longer requires proof of vaccination or testing for entry into the country. The health restrictions for boarding, disembarking, and transporting travelers on…
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Juneteenth: Monday Is a Holiday in the USA
On June 19, the United States celebrates the end of slavery, a painful chapter in the country’s history whose legacy continues to resonate. “Juneteenth” – a combination of the words “June” and “nineteenth” – has been celebrated for decades by Black communities as “Emancipation Day,” but the recent broader recognition of racial injustices and the…