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Brazilians Stand Up for Democracy

December 15, 2025

In Brazil, people are not happy. They are protesting in big cities. Why? Because some lawmakers want to make the punishment for former President Jair Bolsonaro and his supporters less severe. These people were found guilty of trying to overturn the results of the 2022 election. Bolsonaro was senten

sports

Edson Barboza: The Brazilian Fighter with American Dreams

December 3, 2025

Edson Barboza is a name that rings bells in the MMA world. Born in Nova Friburgo, Brazil, this fighter has a story that's as tough as his kicks. He came into the world 12 weeks early, fighting for his life right from the start. Doctors weren't sure he'd make it, but he pulled through. That's the spi

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Mairon Santos: The Fighter with a Heart for Family and Roots

December 3, 2025

Mairon Santos, the UFC star, is gearing up for his next big fight. He recently switched his training camp to be closer to his loved ones. This move shows that family matters more to him than just winning fights. Santos is set to face Muhammad Naimov, a tough opponent from Tajikistan. But what makes

religion

Measuring the Secular Shift: The Brazilian Take

June 13, 2025

The rise of non-religious folks around the globe is a trend that's hard to ignore. This shift has sparked a need for reliable tools to measure secularism, which is basically the lack of religious and spiritual beliefs. Brazil, a country known for its vibrant culture and religious diversity, is no e

health

Vaccine Views in Brazil: What's the Real Story?

April 29, 2025

Brazil is a big place with lots of different people. So, it's no surprise that views on vaccines vary greatly. A recent study dug into how Brazilians feel about vaccines, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study was not just a simple survey. It involved 2, 069 people from urban areas,

health

COVID's Lingering Impact: What Brazilians Think

April 29, 2025

Many people in Brazil have been dealing with lingering COVID-19 symptoms. These symptoms can last more than 12 weeks after the initial infection. A recent study looked into how people in Brazil understand and experience these long-term effects. The study involved 1, 295 participants from different r

politics

Justice in the Crosshairs: Trump's Media Group Takes Aim at Brazilian Court

February 20, 2025

A media company linked to former President Donald Trump has taken a bold step by filing a lawsuit against a Brazilian Supreme Court justice. This move comes just hours after former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, a close ally of Trump, faced indictment. The lawsuit, filed in a U. S. federal cour

politics

Brazil's Racial Shifts: Skin Color and Identity

January 11, 2025

In the past few years, Brazil's non-White population (including those who identify as Brown and Black) has grown to be the majority for the first time since the 1800s. This shift is mainly due to changes in how people identify their race. But how does skin color, which is a major factor in determini

health

The Impact of Faith and Religious Practices on Smoking Habits in Elderly Brazilians

December 28, 2024

Imagine you're an elderly Brazilian who attends religious services regularly or identifies strongly with a religion. Chances are, you're less likely to smoke than your peers who don't share the same religious beliefs or practices. This intriguing finding comes from a study involving over 8, 700 part

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Genetic Testing in Brazil: Why People Do It and What Happens Afterward

November 27, 2024

You might have heard about people getting their genes tested to learn more about their health or ancestry. But what about folks in Brazil? A recent study took a closer look at why Brazilians are buying these tests and how it's affecting their lives. Researchers did an online survey with over 1, 500