Category: Politics
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Rio de Janeiro will have literary tourist routes guided by a mobile app
Gilberto Gil participated in the launch of two literary tourist routes in Rio de Janeiro, guided by mobile apps in multiple languages, showcasing Brazilian literature.
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Why is the Brazilian Currency So Weak Right Now?
The dollar in 2024 is rising in Brazil and continues to recover its depreciated value over the past two years. In June, the American currency surpassed the mark of $5.50. In 2023, the dollar recorded a decline of 8%. The current appreciation of the currency indicates a recovery of all the depreciation against the real…
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Supreme Federal Court Decriminalizes Possession of Marijuana for Personal Use
By a majority of votes, the Supreme Federal Court (STF) decided on Tuesday (25) to decriminalize the possession of marijuana for personal use. The ruling concluded after nine years of successive suspensions. The number of ministers who voted for and against decriminalization has not yet been officially disclosed. With the decision, the possession of marijuana…
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60 Years of the Military Coup in Brazil: Reflections on a Dark Chapter
As Brazil marks six decades since the military coup that profoundly altered its political landscape, the nation finds itself in a period of reflection, grappling with the enduring legacy of the authoritarian regime. On March 31, 1964, the Brazilian army, supported by conservative civilian forces and covert backing from the United States, overthrew President João…
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YouTube and Instagram Redefine the Popularity of Video Services in 2024
Recent research from Omdia found that YouTube continues to dominate as the most popular video service globally, while Instagram has surpassed Netflix and TikTok in the U.S., establishing itself as the second most popular video service among American users. According to Omdia’s latest consumer research, YouTube maintains its position at the top of video streaming…
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Each Real Lost to Fraud in Brazil Costs Companies R$ 3.59, According to Recent Study
LexisNexis Risk Solutions has released the findings of its study ‘The Real Cost of Fraud 2023 – Latin America’. The annual report, based on research conducted by Forrester Consulting, reveals that companies in Latin America now face a fraud cost 3.9 times the nominal value lost in fraudulent transactions. In Brazil, 59% of companies reported…
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A Brazilian is elected Secretary-General of Interpol
In the election held in June at the Interpol Executive Committee in Lyon, Federal Police Commissioner Valdecy Urquiza was appointed as the next Secretary-General of Interpol, with a term from 2024 to 2029. The appointment by the Executive Committee must be ratified by the General Assembly of the organization, to be held in November. This…
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Apple is revealed as the world’s first trillion-dollar brand
Apple reaches a historic milestone, becoming the first brand in the world to be valued at one trillion dollars, according to the newly released Kantar BrandZ 2024 Most Valuable Global Brands Report. Retaining the No.1 position for the third consecutive year, Apple is joined at the top of the ranking by Google, Microsoft, and Amazon,…
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Biden’s Performance in Debate with Trump Raises Alarm for Democrats
The performance of President Joe Biden in Thursday’s debate raised alarms among top Democrats, leaving some openly questioning whether he will remain at the top of the Democratic ticket until the elections.
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Lula Sanctions Taxation on International Purchases Up to $50
President Luíz Inácio Lula da Silva sanctioned a law on Thursday (27) that establishes taxation on international purchases up to $50 (approximately R$ 250), which were previously exempt from import tax. The new text includes a 20% charge on the value of purchases within this limit, which are very common on international sites like Shopee,…