Category: Inside
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Summer in Brazil Will Be ‘Super’ Hot Thanks to El Niño
Brazil has recently experienced a severe heatwave that has broken records and caused widespread discomfort and even health problems for many residents. The heatwave began in mid-November and has persisted for several weeks, with temperatures in some parts of the country reaching up to 46 degrees Celsius (115 degrees Fahrenheit). This is well above the…
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Brazil of the Future: Towards Productivity, Inclusion, and Sustainability
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As a new year approaches and after a year in which Brazil has reassumed a more relevant position on the international stage, there is a window of opportunity for reforms that will shape Brazil’s development in the coming decades. This is what the report “Brazil of the Future: Towards Productivity, Inclusion, and Sustainability,” published by…
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More Than Two in Three People with Diabetes Already Have Complications at the Time of Diagnosis
Seven in ten people with diabetes (72%) only discovered they had diabetes after developing complications associated with the condition. Furthermore, almost all (94%) of the respondents experienced one or more diabetes complications throughout their lives with the disease. The results come from a global survey recently conducted by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). The survey…
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Brazil wins the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2023
Brazil received the silver award in the Nature and Wildlife category at the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2023 – one of the most prestigious tourism awards in the UK. Awarded last month at a ceremony at the British Museum, it reflects Embratur’s focus on ecotourism initiatives. “It was a special moment for us, where we…
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Cais do Valongo Historic Site in Rio Reopens After Restoration
The archaeological site of Cais do Valongo, in downtown Rio de Janeiro, reopened in November after restoration that cost R$ 2 million. Recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site since 2017, the location was the main point of arrival for enslaved Africans in the Americas.
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Natura &Co to Sell The Body Shop
Natura &Co announced that it has reached an agreement to sell The Body Shop to the international private equity group Aurelius, marking a new step in the Group’s strategy to simplify and refocus its operations. With the transaction, Natura &Co will continue its push to refocus on its strategic priorities, notably accelerating the integration of…
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Brazil Wins the 8th Edition of the International Ernesto Illy Coffee Award
Brazil, with São Mateus Agropecuaria, is the winning country of the Best of the Best Award, presented to José Eduardo Dominicale during the 8th edition of the International Ernesto Illy Coffee Award. The award, named in honor of the visionary leader of illycaffè and son of the company’s founder, celebrates the work the company has been doing every day for the past 30…
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BTG Pactual Launches International Accounts in the USA
BTG Pactual, the largest investment bank in Latin America, announces that it is starting to operate its international accounts in the United States. Gradually, clients will have access to a complete service platform, including instant currency exchange, debit cards, transfers, and investments. “We are very pleased to deliver a platform that meets the market demand…
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How Resistant to Generative AI is Your Job?
New research on the workplace environment from Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, reveals that white-collar jobs are under greater threat from generative AI than blue-collar jobs, as the technology gains more ground in the global economy. The latest edition of Pearson’s Skills Outlook series examines ‘Jobs Resistant to Generative AI’ – analyzing the impact…
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Ready to Set Your Travel Agenda for Next Year? Lonely Planet Reveals the Best Destinations
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The global authority on travel Lonely Planet has revealed its annual list of trending destinations for the upcoming year. To mark its 50th anniversary, Best in Travel 2024 has expanded from the top 10 best cities, countries, and regions to include two new categories for best value and sustainable options, recognizing a total of 50…