Category: Inside
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More Than 1 Billion People Worldwide Suffer from Obesity
The obesity rate more than doubled among adults and quadrupled among children and adolescents worldwide between 1990 and 2022, according to a new study published Thursday (Feb. 29) in the journal The Lancet. No overall, an estimated 159 million children and adolescents and nearly 880 million adults were obese in 2022. The World Health Organization…
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8 Most Charming Small Towns in Brazil
Rivers snake through the Amazon Rainforest, imagine vibrant festivals, parties in the favelas, and a deep love for football and bossa nova. This is Brazil—a country where Christ the Redeemer opens its concrete arms to all travelers and locals out there. Thus, the most charming small towns in Brazil truly welcome eager tourists seeking sunny…
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International Women’s Day: Inspire Inclusion
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Every year, this day – March 8 – serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made toward gender equality and highlights the work that still needs to be done. In 2024, the theme of the campaign…
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Brazilian President Lula: “I Hope Biden Wins”
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva hopes that his American counterpart Joe Biden wins his re-election bid in November.
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UN Reform: One of Brazil’s Priorities at the G20 Meeting
Israel and Palestine, Russia and Ukraine, armed conflicts in Somalia, Sudan, Nigeria, and Syria. Different parts of the world are witnessing an increase in political instability, military spending, and the number of victims. During the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Rio de Janeiro last February, Brazil’s priority was to discuss ways to reform and strengthen the United…
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Central Bank of Brazil Promotes Pix as a Solution for Cross-Border Payments
According to Bloomberg, the Central Bank of Brazil is looking to take the country’s instant payment system, Pix, to the global stage. The Pix has quickly become a household name in the country, with over 160 million users adopting the payment method since its launch by the Central Bank at the end of 2020, according…
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Banco Rendimento Launches Service that Facilitates International Payments in Brazilian Reais
Banco Rendimento, a Brazilian financial institution that offers specialized consulting and an extensive portfolio of currency solutions, launches a product that allows foreign companies to access local collections and disbursements, as well as cross-border payments to and from Brazil. The new Third-Party Non-Resident Account (NRA3) enables transactions in Brazilian reais, through systemic integration via APIs…
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Sol de Janeiro Announces Its First Immersive Experience on Roblox
Sol de Janeiro, the beauty brand on a mission to spread self-celebration and joy around the world, has launched its first immersive experience, the Sol de Janeiro Universe, on Roblox—a global immersive platform for communication and connection. This captivating experience brings the ethos of Sol de Janeiro’s celebration of the body, connection, self-love, and personal…
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Understanding Your Options When You Can’t Pay Your Mortgage
If financial difficulties have put you at risk of missing a mortgage payment, familiarize yourself with the relief options available and be prepared to act quickly. According to Freddie Mac, your first step should be to contact your mortgage company to determine which course of action makes the most sense for your circumstances. You may…
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Should I Hire a Financial Planner?
Whether for a fixed short-term goal, such as paying off debt, or to chart a comprehensive roadmap for your financial future, a Certified Financial Planner can be essential in the process. To find a professional you can trust and to get the most out of working with them, consider the following answers to frequently asked…