Category: Inside
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Dani Alves Will Be Released on Bail of 1 Million Euros After Rape Conviction
Daniel Alves, who was sentenced to four and a half years in prison last month, will be released upon payment of a bail of 1 million euros. He has been in preventive detention since January 2023. He was found guilty of raping a woman in a nightclub in Barcelona in December 2022. The victim’s lawyer…
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Former President Jair Bolsonaro Charged with Fraud in Covid Vaccination Card
On Tuesday (19), the Federal Police charged former President Jair Bolsonaro for involvement in fraudulent Covid-19 vaccination cards.
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Bolsonaro Indicted for Fraud in Covid Vaccination Card
The Federal Police (PF) indicted former president Jair Bolsonaro on Tuesday (19) for fraud in a covid-19 vaccination card. In January, the Office of the Comptroller General (CGU) concluded that the record of immunization against the disease on Bolsonaro’s vaccination card is false. The investigation originated from a request under the Access to Information Law…
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What Is the Difference Between TSA Precheck, Global Entry, and CLEAR?
Traveling is great, but before you board a flight, you first need to go through airport security. In 2023, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recorded a record number of travelers at U.S. airports, and many travelers reported longer wait times than ever to get through security. Standing in a long line can be one of…
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Record Number of Wealthy Americans Seeking Alternative Citizenship
An investment immigration consultancy claims it is recording a record number of wealthy Americans seeking ways to obtain residency rights abroad or additional citizenships. Mehdi Kadiri, head of Henley & Partners, said that in 2023 he saw more Americans inquiring about residency and citizenship by investment than in any other year, breaking the record set…
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International Tourists Spent US$ 800.6 Billion in Brazil in January 2024, a Record Amount
International tourists who visited Brazil spent US$ 800.6 million in the country in January 2024, according to the Central Bank (BC). This amount is the highest ever recorded and 1.5% higher than the revenue accumulated in 2014, the year Brazil hosted the FIFA World Cup. The president of the Brazilian Tourism Agency, Marcelo Freixo, celebrated…
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Buying Your First Home in New York City? Find Out If You Qualify for $100,000 in Credit
If you are looking for your first residential property in New York City, you may receive up to $100,000 to cover the down payment or closing costs as part of the “Home First Down Payment Assistance Program.” The first step is to find out if you are eligible. Below are the eligibility rules, according to…
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People Are Marrying More and Divorcing Less, New Data Shows
The number of marriages plummeted at the beginning of the pandemic, the numbers show. Over the past two decades, the number of marriages has remained around 7 to 8 per 1,000 people per year, according to new data released by the National Center for Health Statistics of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.…
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Warning: Social Security Scams Are on the Rise
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued a warning to Americans about scams that steal benefits from thousands of people every year. As part of the Annual ‘Slam the Scam’ Day, held on March 7, the SSA warned that criminals are using “sophisticated tactics” to trick beneficiaries into disclosing personal information that could put their…
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Brazilian Women Making a Difference in 2024
In celebration of International Women’s Month, the Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil announce the six Brazilian women who have been honored with the 2024 Brazilian Women Making a Difference Award. These women have stood out in their communities, demonstrating boldness and pioneering spirit in various causes, reflecting the experience, strength, and…