How Have American Households Changed?
In 1960, over 44% of all American households included married parents with children, while slightly over 13% were single with…
46% Of Adults With Hypertension Are Unaware That They Have The Condition
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high (140/90 mmHg or higher). It…
5 Facts About Child Care Costs In The U.S.
(1) Child care costs vary widely in the United States In 2018, the median annual cost of child care for…
Brazilian Transgender Model Makes History at Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
Brazilian model Valentina Sampaio and American Alex Consani made history as the first transgender women to walk in the Victoria’s…
U.S. E-Bike and Scooter Injuries are Soaring
Folks who depend on e-bikes and powered scooters to get around know they might get hurt, but they might be…
Babies Who Got Only Breast Milk in Hospital Have Lower Asthma Rates
If you think it isn’t important to start breastfeeding your newborn while still in the hospital, think again. New research…
U.S. Restarts Free COVID Test Program
Starting today, the U.S. government is offering another round of free COVID tests. “U.S. households will be eligible to order…
Airports Take Big Toll on Sleep of Those Living Nearby
As people living near airports probably already know, all that overhead traffic can take a huge hit to their sleep,…
Internacional Literacy Day Is Celebrated On September 8
Since 1967, the annual celebrations of International Literacy Day (ILD) have taken place on 8 September around the world to remind…
Women’s Football in Brazil: Preparation for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup
The Brazilian women’s soccer team lost the final of the Paris Olympics to the Americans and failed to take home…
Nearly 1.8 Billion Adults At Risk Of Disease From Not Doing Enough Physical Activity
New data show that nearly one third (31%) of adults worldwide, approximately 1.8 billion people, did not meet the recommended…
How Was Brazil’s Performance At The Paris Olympics?
Brazil finished the Paris Olympics with 20 medals: 3 golds, 7 silvers and 10 bronzes. If we consider that the…
Who Is Maria Klaumann, A Brazilian Model Honored At V Magazine Event
Brazilian model Maria Klaumann, part of the new generation of models, was honored at an event promoted by the prestigious V…
Hunger numbers stubbornly high for three consecutive years as global crises deepen: UN report
Around 733 million people faced hunger in 2023, equivalent to one in eleven people globally and one in five in Africa,…
Confused by Nutrition Labels? You’re Not Alone
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Brazilian Researcher To Chair International AIDS Society
Brazilian infectologist and researcher Beatriz Grinsztejn will be the first Latin American woman to serve as chair of the International…
Brazilian Poet Adélia Prado Wins 2024 Camões Prize
Brazilian poet Adélia Prado is the winner of the 2024 edition of the Camões Prize, the most important award for…
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…
United Airlines mobilizes to help the population affected by the floods in Rio Grande do Sul
United Airlines is mobilizing to help people impacted by recent events in Rio Grande do Sul, which is facing one…
Brazil Appointed FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 Hosts
At the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, Brazil was announced as the host nation of the tenth FIFA Women’s…
Brazilian Program Pushes Female Entrepreneurs To Conquer The World
Companies that export are more competitive, earn higher profits and employ more people, but there are still few women who…
In Brazil A Woman Is Raped Every 8 Minutes
In 2022, Brazil recorded 67,626 incidents of rape against women. “This is equivalent to approximately one rape every 8 minutes…
In Brazil A Woman Is Raped Every 8 Minutes
In 2022, Brazil recorded 67,626 incidents of rape against women. “This is equivalent to approximately one rape every 8 minutes…
April 19 Is Brazil’s Day Of The Indigenous Peoples
In July 2022, a law defined April 19 as Brazil’s Day of the Indigenous Peoples—no longer “Indian Day”—aimed at celebrating…
The World’s Best Female Chef Is From Brazil
In the first of a series of special awards announced in advance of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants ceremony, São…
The 2024 Brazilian Women Making A Difference
In celebration of International Women’s Month, the Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil announce the six Brazilian…
International Women’s Day: Inspire Inclusion
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Each year,…
Carnival 2024: Discover The First Women-Only Samba School
The first samba school just for women was born in Rio de Janeiro 10 years ago. Called “Grêmio Recreativo Escola…
SHEIN X Challenge Goes Global
SHEIN, a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, has expanded its hugely successful SHEIN X Challenge to include participants from all…
Glicéria Tupinambá Becomes First Indigenous Artist to Represent Brazil Solo at Venice Biennale
Glicéria Tupinambá will represent Brazil at the 2024 Venice Biennale, making her the first Indigenous artist ever to do the…
Summer In Brazil Will Be ‘Super’ Hot Thanks To El Nino
Brazil has recently experienced a severe heatwave that has broken records and caused widespread discomfort and even health problems for…
Fortune Reveals the 100 Most Powerful Women in Business
Fortune announced the 2023 edition of the Most Powerful Women in Business list, featuring established and rising leaders from around…
1 In 10 Babies Worldwide Are Born Early, With Major Impacts On Health And Survival
An estimated 13.4 million babies were born early (before 37 full weeks of pregnancy) in 2020 – which is around…
The Collector of Heads: A New Book from Ana Matsusaki
The Brazilian author and illustrator Ana Matsusaki visited the United States in the month of October to debut her book…
“Healing Leaves: The Myth Of The Orisha Ossanhe” By Luzia Castaneda
“The work began in the Poconos Mountains in Pennsylvania in the summer of 2020. I was painting and a leaf…
Miss American Unveiled: The Surprising World Of Taylor Swift
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From Friends to the Internet: Who Knows You Best?
Recently, while conversing with Professor Jillian Dunn from UCLA University, something she sad left me deeply reflective. According to her,…
U.S. Honors Brazilian Womam For Her Fight To Combat Slavery In Brazil
Brazilian Pureza Lopes Loyola was one of eight people honored by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken with the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report Hero Award. The U.S. Department of…
How to Control Your Asthma When Outdoor Air Quality is Bad
Asthma, a lung disease that makes breathing difficult for over 24 million Americans, is often exacerbated by air pollution and…
July Is Women’s World Cup Month
Australia and New Zealand will co-host the ninth FIFA Women’s World Cup, which will take place from 20 July to…
evoluSHEIN x Anitta Offers a Full-Size Range of Styles Featuring Sustainable Materials
SHEIN, a global e-retailer of fashion, beauty and lifestyle products, announced it has teamed up with global pop star Anitta to launch evoluSHEIN…
Brazil Officially Announces Bid To Host 2027 Women’s World Cup
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) officially submitted to the International Football Federation (FIFA) on Friday, April 14, its bid to…
Applications Opened For The Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
The United States Embassy and Consulates in Brazil, in partnership with Amazon.com and the implementation of the +Unidos Group, opens…
Rising Inflation is Impacting Mental Health. How the Country is Coping
It’s no secret that the country is feeling the pinch from inflation and the rising costs of goods and services,…
How To Fight Allergens This Season
During allergy season, having a safe haven from the triggers that make you sneeze and wheeze is essential. While you…
1 in 6 people globally affected by infertility
Large numbers of people are affected by infertility in their lifetime, according to a new report published today by the…
Brazilian Women are Honored By The Embassy of the U.S. in Brazil
In commemoration of International Women’s Month (In March), the Embassy and Consulates of the United States in Brazil announced the…
What Those With Asthma or COPD Need to Know About Whooping Cough
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is an extremely contagious bacterial infection that can lead to severe, sometimes life-threatening health…
Women Business Owners are Optimistic About the Future
Even as they ride out inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions and economic uncertainty, women owners and executives of small and…