Category: Inside
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An Overview of the US-Mexico Border
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The United States and Mexico share a land border of nearly 3,200 km. Along it, the American states of California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas border the Mexican states of Baja California, Sonora, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas.Where do people live on the border?The Department of Health and Human Services estimates that the US-Mexico…
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What Are the Current Swing States, and How Have They Changed Over Time?
The presidential election is approaching, and you have certainly heard about how important swing states will be in determining who will be the next president of the United States. Swing states, also known as battleground states, are states that can “swing” to either Democratic or Republican candidates depending on the election. Due to their potential…
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International Literacy Day is Celebrated on September 8
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in Arts & Culture, Brazil, children, Community, Education, Entertainment, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Literature, Men, WomenSince 1967, annual celebrations of International Literacy Day (ILD) take place on September 8 to remind us of the importance of literacy in a more just and sustainable society.
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Amazon Day in New York
Amazon Day is a series of unique and immersive experiences to celebrate the Brazilian Amazon. The event will take place at the Consulate General of Brazil in New York on September 5 from 3 PM to 8 PM. The event will include gastronomy, featuring the flavors of the Amazon; an exhibition of Amazon products; 360º…
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MTV VMA 2024: Taylor Swift Receives 10 Nominations and Brazilian Anitta, 3
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The nominees for the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) were announced on Tuesday (6), and Taylor Swift led among them. Swift received ten nominations, mainly for her black-and-white music video for the single “Fortnight” from the album “The Tortured Poets Department”. Her featured artist on that track, Post Malone, followed closely behind with nine nominations.…
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Tourism in New York Approaches Full Recovery, Remains Leader Among Major Tourist Destinations in the U.S.
New York’s tourism sector is nearing a full recovery, as visitor spending and related tax revenue have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, according to a report by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The city estimates it will exceed pre-pandemic levels and welcome a record 68 million visitors by 2025. “The number of tourists is almost…
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Oktoberfest: German Tradition on Brazilian Soil
A celebration that brings a piece of German tradition to the heart of Brazil. Join us as we explore the origins, the contagious joy, and all the reasons that make Oktoberfest an unmissable experience. The Oktoberfest in Blumenau has roots in the rich German heritage that settled in Santa Catarina. The festival began in 1984…
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Green bonds worth US$ 225 million announced for the Amazon
Several sectors of tourism are coming together to create itineraries aligned with the climate agenda in Belém, in the state of Pará, combining immersive forest experiences, regional cuisine, and promoting sustainable production systems.
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Itatiaia National Park, the Oldest National Park in Brazil
Itatiaia National Park, created in 1937, is the oldest national park in Brazil. It is located on the border between the states of Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais. Itatiaia National Park is the oldest national park in Brazil, created on June 14, 1937, by President Getúlio Vargas. The park is situated in the Serra…
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President Lula proposes that South America act as a bloc
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva advocated on Wednesday (14) for greater integration among South American countries to advance regional development and seek robust trade partners outside the continent, including China. Lula emphasized that, although Brazil is positioned to lead this initiative, it does not intend to follow an imperialist agenda. “In the same spirit…