Category: World

in Brazil, Geral, Inside, Science and Technology, Tourism, United States, World

When choosing a seat on a plane, do you think about which place will keep you safest in case of an emergency? Probably not. The majority of people book seats for comfort or convenience, such as easy access to the bathrooms or as close to the front as possible so they can disembark more quickly.…

Earthquake in Turkey and Syria: Death Toll Exceeds Seven Thousand

Feb 7, 2023

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in Geral, Inside, Weather, World

The death toll in Turkey and Syria, which continues to be updated, exceeded 7,200 on the afternoon of this Tuesday (7) as a result of the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck both countries on Monday (6). There are over 35,000 injured, filling hospitals in the affected cities and nearby regions. Thousands of buildings have collapsed…

TVCoins Gains Momentum in Brazil

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in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Geral, In Focus, Inside, Movies, Music, TV, United States, World

A video distribution and monetization startup is implementing its free direct-to-consumer streaming platform for multiple content owners in Brazil. TVCoins continues to expand in the Brazilian streaming market as more content owners from the region join its growing customer base, in an effort to broaden reach and provide Brazilian viewers with a convenient way to…

How Fixed Wireless Access 5G is Overcoming the Digital Divide

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in Business, Economy, Geral, Inside, Science and Technology, United States, World

When working from home and attending school virtually became part of everyday life during the COVID-19 pandemic, it taught us how vital residential broadband is.

Women Business Owners Are Optimistic About the Future

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in Brazil, Business, Economy, Geral, Inside, Politics, United States, Women, World

Even facing inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions, and economic uncertainty, women business owners and executives of small and medium-sized enterprises predominantly owned by women have an optimistic outlook on the short-term future of their businesses, according to a recent survey. The PNC Bank survey found that the expectations of women business owners (WBOs) for their…

Eurasia Group Releases ‘Top Risks’ Forecasts for 2023

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in Business, Economy, Geral, Inside, Politics, World

Eurasia Group, the world’s leading firm in research and consulting on global political risks, has published its “Top Risks,” the highly anticipated annual review of the company’s ten biggest threats to the trajectories of nations, industries, and institutions. Revealed every January, Top Risks helps investors, businesses, and members of the public prepare for and respond…

Brazil and Argentina Study Creation of a Common Currency for Trade

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in Brazil, Business, Economy, Geral, Inside, Politics, World

The economic teams of Brazil and Argentina will work on a proposal to create a common currency that can be used in trade and financial flows. The goal would be to reduce operational costs and dependence on foreign currencies. In a statement in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Lula said that this will be done “with a…

Strong Earthquake Kills Thousands in Turkey and Syria

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in Ecology and Sustainability, Geral, Inside, Science and Technology, Weather, World

As of Monday afternoon (6), more than 2,000 people have died and thousands have been injured after a powerful earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale struck Turkey and Syria on Monday morning local time. Authorities continue to update the death toll as rescue efforts persist. It is estimated that there are over 5,000 injured.…

Anitta Fails to Win and Beyoncé Makes History at the 2023 Grammy Awards

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