Category: In Focus
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At 81, Erasmo Carlos, symbol of Jovem Guarda, passes away
Singer and songwriter Erasmo Carlos, 81, died this Tuesday, November 22, due to complications from an edematous syndrome (when there is excess fluid in the body’s tissues), reported the singer’s son Gil Eduardo Esteves. He was hospitalized at Hospital Barra D’Or in Rio de Janeiro. One of the main figures of the Jovem Guarda movement,…
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Henrique and Juliano Make History in Times Square
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Times Square looked different on Saturday, November 19. Amid tourists from around the world, it turned green and yellow. Brazilians filled the most famous block in the world to watch a free show by Henrique and Juliano. The sertanejo duo, in partnership with BR Day, came to the capital of the world to record part…
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Ludmilla Wins Latin Grammy for Best Samba/Pagode Album
On Thursday, November 17, Ludmilla won her first Latin Grammy with the album ‘Numanice 2’ in the category of “Best Samba/Pagode Album.” The singer was competing against traditional names in samba and pagode, such as Nego Álvaro, Martinho da Vila, and Péricles. “I am very happy, I never imagined winning a Grammy, one of the…
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Disney World Increases Ticket Prices for the 2nd Time in a Year
Disney World has announced a second ticket price increase in a year, driven by strong demand and significant investments in its theme parks.
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Isabel Salgado Passes Away, One of the Most Talented Athletes in Brazilian Volleyball
Former volleyball player Maria Isabel Barroso Salgado, better known simply as Isabel, one of the icons of Brazilian sport, passed away at the age of 62 on the morning of Wednesday, October 16, at the Sírio Libanês Hospital in São Paulo. The death was confirmed by film producer Paula Barreto in a message in the…
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Angra dos Reis is also culture and history, not just beaches
Located about 160 km from the city of Rio de Janeiro, Angra dos Reis and its crystal-clear blue-green waters offer tourists the chance to visit a different island every day of the year. The region includes over 360 islands and approximately two thousand beaches covered by the lush vegetation of the native Atlantic Forest, making…
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You Won’t Resist the Local Cuisine of Natal
Natal, the capital of the state of Rio Grande do Norte, at the northeastern tip of Brazil, is known for its extensive coastal sand dunes. But it’s not just a destination boasting incredible landscapes, sensational beaches, and lush natural beauty. The local cuisine is an attraction in itself, combining many different flavors. The main ingredients…
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Royal Caribbean Unveils the New Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International revealed the first images of the highly anticipated Icon of the Seas, the Icon of Vacations, according to a press release. Arriving at the end of 2023, ahead of its debut in January 2024, the first ship in the Icon class will be the unprecedented combination in the travel industry of the…
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“Finesse”, A Touch of Brazilian Jazz by Sérgio Pereira
Sérgio Pereira releases his new album ‘Finesse’, which has already won 3 Global Music Awards for Best Brazilian/Latin Jazz, Album, and New Release. ‘Finesse’ (Sedajazz Records) was recorded remotely, bringing a fusion of Brazilian jazz performed by some of the brightest musicians. According to Sergio, “the album is a triumph over the adversities of the…
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Sugarloaf Cable Car in Rio Celebrates 110 Years
One of the most famous attractions in Rio de Janeiro, the Sugarloaf Cable Car celebrated its 110th anniversary in October. Since its inception, it has welcomed approximately 50 million visitors and is the oldest operating cable car in the world. Located in an important environmental conservation area, between two mountains covered by the Atlantic Forest,…