Eternalized In Bronze
The bronze statues of some famous people like poets, singers, songwriters, writers, and soccer players are already part of Rio…
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Festa Junina: Brazil’s Vibrant Celebration of Culture and Tradition
In the heart of Brazil, nestled within the rich tapestry of its cultural heritage, lies a festival that embodies the…
April 19: Brazil Celebrates Indigenous People Day
According to data from the 2022 Census conducted by the Brazilian government´s statistics agency IBGE, Brazil is home to approximately…
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Afrotourism: Afro-Brazilian culture is a defining part of Brazil’s Identity
In major cultural expressions, in rhythms and dances, in gastronomy, in visual arts, in architecture, in religiosity and in the…
Act Locally During Global Volunteer Month
April is Global Volunteer Month, a time to celebrate volunteers and inspire volunteerism in communities large and small. Volunteerism is…
Does Brazil Celebrate Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is a harvest festival that originated in England and was brought to the Americas by European settlers. It is…
Copacabana Palace: Brazil’s Iconic Hotel Marks Its Centenary
Located by the beach that is one of the icons of Rio de Janeiro, the Copacabana Palace, with 239 rooms…
Born 150 Years Ago, Aviation Pioneer Santos Dumont Made History
Passengers flying to Rio on the shuttle from São Paulo make landing at the city’s Santos Dumont Airport, which first…
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LGBT Pride Month
LGBT Pride Month is a month, typically June, dedicated to celebration and commemoration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT)…
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Pelé Becomes Dictionary Entry As Synonym For Exceptional
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, also known as the King of Football, Pelé, has received yet another posthumous tribute. In April,…
Pelé: Brazil’s National Treasure
Pelé, the Brazilian soccer legend who won three World Cups and became the sport’s first global icon, has died at the age…
Who is The Brazilian Folklore Superstar Saci-Pererê?
Saci-Pererê /sassy-perere/ is a kind of Saci. Yes, there are many kinds of Sacis out there. The “Pererê” specimen is…
The Heroines Who Fought in the Movement for the Independence of Brazil
In the state of Bahia, the movement for the independence of Brazil began in February 1822. Seven months before the…
The U.S. Sees a Rise in Latino Surnames
Shifts in prevalent surnames in America reflect the country’s increasing diversity. The top names in the United States are Smith,…
American Diplomats Study World Languages
American diplomats reflect the diversity of the U.S. and the world. In their positions overseas, they make a special effort…
These Sea Turtles Face Peril
Sea turtles have been swimming the world’s oceans for more than 100 million years. Yet today the survival of these…
Everyday English Idioms & Where They Come From – Part I
You probably use tons of expressions, idioms, and slang phrases every day that don’t make literal sense. If you ever…
Sweetheart or Flirting Dolls, the Young Women Stood by the Window
The history has surprisingly deep origins from the colonial times of the state of Minas Gerais. It presents young women…
Find All 19 Murals Painted by Kobra In New York
It’s practically unanimous the feeling and respect people have for Eduardo Kobra. His murals bring so much creativity and life,…