Category: North America
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Are prices rising because of the tariffs? Here’s what we know
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For months, consumers have heard from manufacturers and retailers that President Trump’s flood of new tariffs on practically all imports would cost them dearly. But that didn’t happen, and the final blow hasn’t been dealt yet. The biggest tariffs are still being delayed In April, Trump imposed new tariffs on almost everything the US imports,…
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UNICEF Marks 75 Years of Work with Children and Adolescents
Upon completing 75 years in Brazil, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has been one of the main partners in promoting and defending the rights of Brazilian children and adolescents. When it began its activities in the country, 158 out of every thousand children born died before completing one year. In other words, 16 out…
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Under Palmer’s baton, Chelsea defeats PSG to conquer the world
Under the command of attacking midfielder Cole Palmer, Chelsea (England) delivered a gala performance to defeat PSG (France) 3-0 on this Sunday afternoon (13) at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, securing the title of the first edition of the FIFA Club World Cup that featured 32 teams. Taking into account all formats of the Club…
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International Press Reports on Trump’s Tariff Hike Against Brazil
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Newspapers around the world reported on the imposition of a 50% tariff announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on all Brazilian products exported to the United States. In a letter posted on social media and addressed to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Trump says the tariffs will take effect on August 1st. In the…
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Mexican Navy Ship Collides with Brooklyn Bridge in New York
Two people died and nearly two dozen were injured when a Mexican Navy ship, on an international charity tour, lost power and collided with the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday night (17). The collision happened just before 8:30 p.m., near Brooklyn Bridge Park, as horrified onlookers watched helplessly as the massive ship, known…
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In an Unexpected Result, Canada Elects a Liberal to Stand Up to Trump
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party won the country’s federal election, capping an impressive turnaround driven by U.S. President Donald Trump’s annexation threats and trade war. Carney’s rival, Conservative Party populist leader Pierre Poilievre, lost the election and his seat in Parliament. A few months ago, Poilievre appeared to be the favorite to become…
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Brazil Begins Requiring Visas for Citizens of the US, Canada, and Australia Starting April 10
Starting this Thursday (April 10), citizens holding passports from Australia, Canada, and the United States will be required to obtain a visa to enter Brazil, with the executive decree establishing this requirement coming into effect. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Brazilian government’s decision was made in May 2023, based on the principle…
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Brazil Starts Requiring Visas from Citizens of the US, Canada, and Australia Starting April 10
Starting this Thursday (April 10), citizens holding passports from Australia, Canada, and the United States will be required to obtain a visa to enter Brazil, as the executive decree establishing the requirement comes into effect. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Brazilian government’s decision was made in May 2023, based on the principle…
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Is the World Heading Towards a Recession?
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President Donald Trump’s tariffs have sparked a fire in global stock markets. Stocks closed lower for the third consecutive session on Monday (7), with President Trump threatening China with additional tariffs of 50%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 349.26 points, or 0.91%, while the S&P 500 dropped 0.23%. The Nasdaq Composite ended the trading…
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Airlines Cut Seats to the U.S. as Canadians Avoid the Country
Airlines are reshaping their plans as Canadians avoid trips to the U.S. amid a growing trade war, leading to significant seat reductions and changes in travel agency promotions.