Category: Inside
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NASA Expands Use of Freshwater Tool to Protect the Amazon
NASA and the United States Geological Survey (USGS), in partnership with the Large-Scale Hydrology Research Group at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul – the only institution outside the United States participating in the project, launched OpenET-Brazil in April – an online tool designed to provide detailed data on water consumption and evapotranspiration…
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In Brazil, a woman is raped every 8 minutes
In 2022, Brazil recorded 67,626 cases of rape against women. “This amounts to approximately one rape every 8 minutes in the country,” reveals the Annual Socioeconomic Report on Women (Raseam), released on Wednesday (April 24) in Brasília by the Ministry of Women. According to the document, the Southeast, the most populous region in Brazil, recorded…
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Disney Faces Worker Shortage. Do You Know Why?
Everyone knows that when you travel to Walt Disney World, it’s the cast members who help make the experience even more magical. They do everything to ensure that every guest has the best possible experience and wants to return to Disney World every year. However, finding these cast members has become increasingly difficult for The…
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Brazilian Music Foundation Celebrates 10 Years with a Special Concert
The Brazilian Music Foundation is celebrating its 10th Anniversary on May 9, 2024, at 8:30 PM, at The National Opera Center in New York, presenting a concert titled: Brazilian Rhythms and Styles “A Crossover from Classical to Popular Music.” With the help of dedicated musicians from around the world who share their art to bring…
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Discover the Charm of ‘Coxinha’
In the vibrant landscape of Brazilian cuisine, a standout snack encapsulates both simplicity and Brazil’s rich cultural heritage: the coxinha. Cherished for its delicious flavors and distinct shape, this snack offers a taste of Brazil’s deep culinary traditions.The History of CoxinhaDating back to the 19th century, the origins of coxinha, which means “little thigh” in…
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El Niño Is Ending. Does This Mean Global Temperatures Will Cool in 2024?
Last year, the planet experienced the hottest year on record. One of the factors contributing to this extreme heat was El Niño, a natural and cyclical warming in a region of the Pacific Ocean that, along with the atmosphere, can cause global temperatures to rise. Last year, it began in June. Typically, the global atmosphere…
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May 1st: 30th Anniversary of Ayrton Senna’s Death
The 30th anniversary of the death of three-time F1 champion Ayrton Senna was remembered on Wednesday (1) with a memorial at the Imola Formula 1 track, where he died during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. The CEO of Formula 1, Stefano Domenicali, joined hundreds of fans, politicians from Brazil and Italy, as well as…
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How Long Is It Taking to Get a Green Card Through Family Petition?
Family-based immigration involves individuals moving to the United States to reunite with their spouse, children, and/or parents. According to recent data from the Department of Homeland Security, spouses, dependent children, and parents trying to join family members in the U.S. have average wait times of nearly a year.
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Madonna’s Show in Copacabana on May 4 Expected to Attract 1.5 Million
The city of Rio de Janeiro expects 1.5 million people at Madonna’s show in Copacabana this Saturday, May 4. A plan similar to the one traditionally adopted for New Year’s Eve has been announced by municipal, state, and federal authorities. According to municipal authorities, Madonna is set to take the stage at 9:45 PM for…
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Madonna’s Show at Copacabana Beach Expected to Attract 1.5 Million
The city of Rio de Janeiro expects 1.5 million people to attend Madonna’s show in Copacabana on Saturday, May 4.