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Mercosur and the European Union Sign Trade Agreement Negotiated for 25 Years
The heads of state of Mercosur and the representative of the European Union (EU), Ursula von der Leyen, announced on Friday (6) that a free trade agreement has been signed to reduce export tariffs between the countries that make up these markets.
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Year-End Spending Hits Record High in the U.S.
Everyone is complaining about the cost of living in the United States, right? Even the American population just showed their dissatisfaction with the economy at the polls, especially with the high inflation of recent years, by choosing Donald Trump to govern the country. But consumption data from last weekend reveals that Americans’ discontent is not…
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The Retirement Age in the U.S. May Increase Again
Next year, several significant reforms will be implemented in the Social Security system. Among them is the change in the age at which Americans can start receiving Social Security benefits. Although Americans can start receiving reduced benefits at age 62, the current range for full retirement is between 66 and 67 years, depending on the…
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New York Bans Sales of Pets Starting December 15
A new law designed to end the sale of animals in so-called “puppy mills” in the state of New York will take effect on December 15, prohibiting stores in the state from selling pets such as dogs, cats, or rabbits. Known as the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act, the legislation aims to put an end to…
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CEO of UnitedHealthcare Shot Dead on the Streets of Manhattan
The president (CEO) of UnitedHealthcare, one of the largest health insurers in the United States, was shot and killed outside a hotel in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday morning (4). The New York police commissioner described the incident as a “brazen and targeted attack.” The executive, Brian Thompson, 50, was shot around 6:45 AM at the…
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Minas Cheese Added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Minas cheese was added to UNESCO’s global list of intangible cultural heritage on Wednesday (4). The inscription elevates the cheese’s profile internationally and helps protect the traditions that compose it. The cheese, made from fresh cow’s milk, comes in the following forms: fresh, which resembles ricotta cheese, although with a different texture; semi-aged; and aged.…
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Brazilian Minas Cheese Added to UNESCO List
Minas cheese — a dairy delight from an agricultural region in Brazil that gives it its name — was added to UNESCO’s global list of intangible cultural heritage on Wednesday. The inscription elevates the cheese’s profile internationally and helps protect the traditions involved in its production. The cheese, called Queijo Minas in Portuguese, is made…
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Experts Reveal Three Important Factors in Dementia Prevention
There are three main factors you should be concerned about when it comes to preventing dementia, suggests a new study. Over the years, everything from the time you go to bed to the amount of alcohol you drink has been associated with memory loss, various studies have shown. But, by analyzing data from over 20,000…
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New York Has Over 600,000 ‘Undocumented’ Immigrants. Who Are They?
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in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Business, children, Community, Economy, Europe, Geral, Health, Immigration, Inside, Men, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Politics, United States, Women, WorldPresident-elect Donald Trump’s promise of mass deportations has put a new spotlight on the more than 220,000 immigrants, mostly asylum seekers, who have already filled shelters in New York City in an influx that began two years ago. But they are just some of the ‘undocumented’ immigrants in the state. Overall, New York State hosted…
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Home Depot Sales Drop Signals Concern for the American Economy
Home Depot says that consumers in the United States are not feeling entirely comfortable with the economy and are spending less on home renovation projects. The construction materials giant has significantly lowered its sales expectations for the year. The company stated that customers are spending less on home renovation projects, pressured by rising interest rates…