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Know the rules for the entry of travelers into Brazil
Nov 29, 2021 · The rules, according to Anvisa, do not restrict the entry of Brazilians, of any nature or origin. “Brazilians are not restricted from accessing the country,” said the agency.
Rayssa Leal now three‑time street skateboarding world champion
Dec 16, 2024 · Accustomed to incredible feats under pressure, 16-year-old Rayssa Leal made history yet again on Sunday (Dec. 15) by becoming the first athlete to win the Street League …
Brazil research center applies for registration of its dengue vaccine
Dec 16, 2024 · Brazil’s Butantan Institute today (Dec. 16) submitted the documents for the approval of its dengue vaccine—the world’s first single-dose shot—to the national drug …
Guarani Aquifer: water stock replenishment is insufficient
Oct 19, 2024 · A research conducted by the Institute of Geosciences at São Paulo State University (Unesp) in Rio Claro has revealed that the Guarani Aquifer's water replenishment is …
Lula leaves hospital, says he is calm and will take care of himself
Dec 16, 2024 · With a hat on his head and waves to the public and press agents waiting outside, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva left São Paulo’s Sírio-Libanês Hospital at 12:22 pm Sunday …
Brazil now requires visas for tourists from Australia, Canada, USA
Apr 4, 2024 · Starting April 10, tourists from these three countries must apply for an electronic visa, known as an e-Visa, through the platform: https://brazil.vfsevisa.com.
Lula signs law to expand production of sustainable fuels
Oct 9, 2024 · On Tuesday (Oct. 8), President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed the Fuel for the Future Law, aimed at promoting the production and use of sustainable fuels.
Brazil creates program to decarbonize national fleet
Jan 2, 2024 · The Brazilian government has issued a provisional measure to establish the National Green Mobility and Innovation Program (Mover). This initiative aims to reduce carbon …
Brazil recorded one rape every six minutes in 2023
Jul 18, 2024 · Brazil recorded one rape crime every six minutes in 2023. Cases of rape and statutory rape totaled 83,988, up 6.5 percent from 2022. Women are the majority of victims …