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The Brazilian Library of New York is pleased to invite the community to celebrate the traditional Saint John’s Festival for children. More than a celebration, this festival is a connection to the roots and richness of Brazilian culture, bringing together literature, music, stories, popular traditions and plenty of joy. Inspired by the June festivals that…

President Trump and Iran declared they’ve reached an agreement intended to end more than three months of war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The deal, scheduled to be formally signed Friday in Switzerland, marks a major breakthrough in the conflict that set the Middle East aflame and shook the global economy. “The…

Jalen Brunson and the Comeback Knicks did it again. And now they’re the Champion Knicks. For the first time in 53 years, New York rules the NBA. Brunson scored 45 points, including 13 straight for New York in the fourth quarter, and the Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the…

The consumption of ultra-processed foods has increased consistently among traditional peoples and communities in Brazil, while foods historically present in their diets, such as fruits and beans, have lost ground. This is the conclusion of a study that investigated the consumption of ultra-processed foods among 21 traditional communities, including quilombolas, riverine communities, agro-extractivists, communities of…

“Forever chemicals” are everywhere — in our drinking water, in our food and in products like nonstick frying pans, raincoats and even some types of floss. Also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or “PFAS,” these chemicals have been linked to negative health outcomes, including certain cancers. PFAS are strong and can repel both water…

Brazil’s favelas have emerged as an unusual tourist destination. While the country has long been known for iconic attractions, for many visitors and locals, favelas now represent not only a different side of the city, but also a deeper understanding of Brazil’s social and cultural realities. As travellers increasingly seek offbeat and immersive experiences, alternative…

Brazil’s favelas have emerged as an unusual tourist destination. While the country has long been known for iconic attractions, for many visitors and locals, favelas now represent not only a different side of the city, but also a deeper understanding of Brazil’s social and cultural realities. As travellers increasingly seek offbeat and immersive experiences, alternative…

Obesity has become the leading health risk factor in Brazil, overtaking hypertension, which had been the top concern for decades. It is now followed by high blood pressure and high blood sugar. This is one of the key findings of the national analysis of the Global Burden of Disease Study, conducted by thousands of researchers…

We’ve talked about the astronomical ticket prices. The fragile geopolitics that almost made Iran withdraw. And the summer heat posing a risk across host cities. Now, it’s finally time to talk about (and watch) the games. The first matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America kick off Thursday with Mexico vs. South Africa and South Korea…

During a phone conversation with Peter Selz (1919-2019), he later described things about Jay Milder that had happened long before they became friends.[1] Selz remarked that Thomas Hess (1920-1978) had described Jay Milder (1934-2026) as one of the six original proponents of Figurative Expressionism: when abstract expressionism “was going out, they were coming in.” Selz’s…