Category: United States
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A Green Recovery from the COVID-19 Crisis
Many countries are making “green” recovery measures a central part of stimulus packages to drive sustainable, inclusive, and resilient economic growth and improve well-being in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. However, some countries are also implementing measures that risk having a negative environmental impact and stalling unsustainable growth, according to a new OECD analysis…
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“Pandebingo” Connects Seniors in Brazil During the Pandemic
With in-person gatherings risky for seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic, Guilherme Gagantini (photo), 80 years old, created an online bingo game called Pandebingo so they could socialize safely online. Before the pandemic, seniors living in the coastal city of Santos, São Paulo, enjoyed regular in-person opportunities to meet. “We had an event in February, then…
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The Doggy Diva Show: The Case for Adopting Senior Dogs
When considering adopting a dog for the family, many people find that a cuddly, energetic puppy is the most appealing choice. While puppies are fun and undeniably cute, that cuteness comes with a lot of work. There is a definitive case to be made for senior dogs. These older pups are often overlooked in shelters.…
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American Tupiniquim
Some of those reading the English version may not be familiar with the Portuguese term Tupiniquim, a term of endearment that Brazilians use to refer to themselves in a somewhat self-deprecating manner. Technically, a tupiniquim refers to a member of the indigenous Tupi tribe, but in everyday life, Brazilians use the term to refer to…
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HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!
We are going through the most radical transformation the world has ever seen; people are rightly terrified, excited, depressed, heartbroken, and hopeful, all at the same time. A New Year is more like closing an old chapter of life and starting the new one. Wishing you that the New Year brings you lots of Health…
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US Launch Strategy to Revitalize Global Economy
The United States has launched a strategy to mobilize its vast resources to support the global economic recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic. The Global Economic Activity and Recovery (Gear)* strategy from the U.S. Department of State will support this broader effort by enabling food security and food trade, deploying financial tools for economic recovery, supporting…
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Have you ever thought about starting your own business?
Maria Inês runs an art gallery and event space in her own apartment, is a co-founder of a networking group for entrepreneurs, and coordinates a Facebook page aimed at mothers with adult children who have already left home, what we call empty nesters in English. Simone is a writer, Marketing & Success mentor, and co-leader…
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The Tupiniquim American
Some who are reading the English version of this column may not be familiar with the term Tupiniquim, a word that Brazilians use to refer to themselves in a somewhat self-deprecating and not very serious way. Technically, a Tupiniquim refers to a member of the Tupi indigenous tribe, but in everyday speech, Brazilians use the…
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NGOs Launch Campaign to Combat the Covid-19 Crisis
Since the pandemic began, a large number of non-governmental organizations have been suffering from a decrease in resources to sustain themselves, and one in five already declare that they are out of funds to continue their activities. An example of this is the NGO SOS EB KIDS, which serves children with Epidermolysis Bullosa in Brazil…
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Web Conferences in the United States Help Health Professionals in Central and South America
Web conferences are helping health professionals in Central and South America manage Covid-19, with thousands participating in sessions focused on case management and emergency response.