Category: Inside
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The Path of Medicine in the USA for Brazilian Doctors
In recent years, there has been an increasing demand from Brazilian doctors and medical students for medical residency in the United States. This is due to the political and economic situation in Brazil, combined with greater ease in finding information facilitated by social media. 25% of doctors working in the United States are foreign. Countries…
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More Than 1 in 6 Adults Have Depression in the U.S., Survey Finds
Depression is more widespread than ever in the United States, according to a new Gallup survey. Cerca de 18% dos adultos – mais de 1 em cada 6 – dizem que estão deprimidos ou recebendo tratamento para depressão, um salto de mais de 7 pontos percentuais desde 2015, quando a Gallup começou a fazer pesquisas…
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Century 21, The Legendary Discount Store for Brand Clothing, Reopens in NY
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in Business, Economy, Entertainment, Fashion, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Tourism, United States, WomenCentury 21 reopens in New York after bankruptcy, offering discounted designer clothing and a more focused fashion approach.
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Toxic Products Found in Sportswear from Various Brands
An analysis found high levels of BPA, a chemical compound used to make certain types of plastic, which can have harmful health effects such as asthma, cardiovascular diseases, and obesity, in sportswear from various brands. The study was conducted by the California Environmental Health Center (CEH), which, after testing, sent legal notices to more than…
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A Brazilian Touch at an Art Forum in Egypt
A New York art gallery founded by two Brazilians has crossed the Atlantic and brought to Egypt the work of some of the excellent artists it represents. The Saphira & Ventura Gallery, founded by Brazilians Alcinda Saphira and Louis Ventura over a decade ago in New York, is participating this week in the 1st edition…
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At 81, Martha Stewart Makes History on the Cover of Sports Illustrated
Martha Stewart, at 81, makes history as the oldest person on the cover of Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit edition, showcasing her confidence and experience.
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Michael Walz Group Presents Brazilian Music Outdoors Amidst Flowers in NY
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Jazz, bossa nova, that typical Brazilian samba outdoors, in a flower-filled garden in the midst of the urban jungle that is New York. Dream? No! This event, promoted by the West Side Community Garden, is scheduled for Sunday, May 28, at 6 PM, at 123 West 89th St (between Amsterdam and Columbus Avenues). On this…
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Construction Sector Hits the Brakes
After three years of robust sales growth, Home Depot, the traditional building materials store, reported disappointing first-quarter sales on Tuesday (16) and lowered its outlook for the year as homeowners cut back on spending for renovation projects driven by inflation and high interest rates. Home Depot reported that its sales fell 4.5% in stores during…
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Don’t Use Sugar Substitutes for Weight Loss, WHO Advises
Don’t use sugar substitutes if you’re trying to lose weight, according to a new guideline from the World Health Organization (WHO).
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Car Insurance Is Rising. What to Do?
If you recently received a higher car insurance bill, you are not alone. The price of car insurance rose about 15% in March compared to the previous year, significantly above the latest overall inflation reading of 5%. The average annual premium is around $2,000, according to personal finance website Bankrate. And the bad news is…