Category: Inside
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Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
Received a tax refund this year? While it may be tempting to spend impulsively, if you really want to treat yourself, financial professionals recommend using the payment for practical expenses. According to certified financial planning professionals, here are smart ways to spend your tax refund that will improve your life: 1. Build an emergency fund:…
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The Grand Farewell of João Carlos Martins: A Historic Night at Carnegie Hall, NY
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On May 9, at Carnegie Hall, renowned Brazilian pianist and conductor João Carlos Martins will present his farewell concert in New York. Despite his focal dystonia (a rare disease affecting pianists), he will conduct in the first part and play piano in the second part using his bionic gloves. It promises to be an unforgettable…
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Stacey Kent & Danilo Caymmi in “A Tribute to Tom Jobim”, a Charity Concert
Acclaimed international jazz singer Stacey Kent and the legend of Brazilian music Danilo Caymmi will pay tribute to the incomparable bossa nova singer and composer Tom Jobim. The charity concert will take place at The Town Hall, in New York, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 7 PM. This event commemorates the 30th anniversary of the passing of Antônio Carlos Jobim, one…
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The Blue Trail (O Último Azul), New Brazilian Film Captivating International Critics
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“The Blue Trail” (O Último Azul), directed by Gabriel Mascaro, is a Brazilian science fiction and fantasy film that premiered at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival on February 16, 2025. The film received critical acclaim, winning the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize and the Prize of the Ecumenical Jury.SynopsisSet in a near-future Brazil, the…
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Belém Transforms to Host COP30
Brazil is already breathing the air of the 30th United Nations Conference on Climate Change, COP30, which will be held from November 10 to 21, 2025, in Belém, in the heart of the Amazon. With just a few months to go before the Climate Summit, the Brazilian Federal Government has intensified preparations to welcome over…
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Faith and Tradition at the Feast of the Divine Holy Spirit
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Welcome to the Feast of the Divine Holy Spirit, one of the most popular cultural and religious events in Brazil. Amid ancestral rituals and religiosity, this celebration unites believers and tourists in a journey of devotion and tradition. As part of the Catholic tradition, this festival is based on the belief that Jesus Christ revealed…
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Rio stands out on the list of must-visit destinations for 2025
That Rio is a showcase for the world is something everyone knows. What continues to grow is the number of publications highlighting the Marvelous City as one of the top destinations to visit in 2025. The latest is the British magazine Wanderlust, which has been sharing unique experiences and destinations since 1993. Rio was featured…
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International Women’s Day: A Global Celebration of Equality and Empowerment
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Measles Outbreak in Texas: Latest Updates
As of February, Texas is facing its most significant measles outbreak in nearly three decades, with 146 confirmed cases since the end of January. This increase has resulted in one death—a school-aged unvaccinated child—and 20 hospitalizations. The outbreak is primarily concentrated in the South Plains region, notably in Gaines County, which has one of the…
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How Much Does the U.S. Federal Government Spend?
Donald Trump is determined to reduce the federal government, arguing that there is too much inefficiency and waste.But how much does the U.S. federal government spend?About $6.8 trillion in fiscal year (FY) 2024. This amounts to about $19,900 per person in the U.S. The amount the government can spend depends on the revenue it collects…