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4,500 health workers died battling Covid-19 in Brazil
Sao Paulo: As many as 4,500 health workers died in Brazil after contracting Covid-19 while working to save lives during the pandemic, a global federation representing public service workers said. Among the…
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Brazil holds historic election with Lula against Bolsonaro
Rio De Janeiro: Brazilians were voting on Sunday in an election that could signal a sharp turn to the left in the world’s fourth largest democracy after four years of far-right leadership.…
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Russia backs India, Brazil for permanent membership in UN Security Council
United Nations: Russia has voiced its support for India and Brazil as worthy candidates for permanent membership in the UN Security Council, calling them key international actors. During the 77th Session of…
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India and Brazil reaffirm urgent need for UNSC reform
New Delhi: India and Brazil have reaffirmed the urgent need for a comprehensive reform of the UN Security Council (UNSC) to help combat contemporary challenges to international peace and security, the Ministry…
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WATCH: Anaconda-Alligator survival fight captured; Guess who won?
New Delhi: A video of a massive green anaconda wrapping itself around a Caiman, which is a subspecies of an alligator in Brazil, is going viral. The video depicts an intense struggle…
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Brazilian influencer lands in hospital after holding in too many farts
New Delhi: Did you ever think that holding in farts could land you in a hospital? A Brazilian influencer landed in hospital for holding in her farts! Brazilian influencer Viih Tube landed…
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25 killed in Rio de Janeiro police operation
Rio de Janeiro: Twenty-five people were killed in a police operation conducted in a favela, or marginal neighbourhood, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian authorities said. The operation by the Federal Police, the…
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Apple is now assembling iPhone 13 in Brazil
San Francisco: Tech giant Apple has started assembling the iPhone 13 in Brazil, but the iPhone 13 mini will not have local production. According to 9to5Mac, a user recently bought an iPhone…
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Brazil’s carnival returns after 2-yr suspension
Brasilia: After a two-year suspension due to Covid-19, Brazil’s carnival returned this weekend, giving a boost to the country’s tourism sector. As millions of spectators enjoyed the traditional celebration at an unusual…
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Brazil removes Covid testing requirement for fully vaccinated travellers
Brasilia: Brazil has removed the requirement of presenting a negative Covid-19 test for fully vaccinated travellers arriving by plane, a state news agency report said. Only unvaccinated travellers will be required to…
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Brazil lifts ban on messaging app Telegram
San Francisco: Brazil has lifted its ban on Telegram after the country’s Supreme Court blocked the messaging app for failing to comply with court orders. “Considering that the (court’s requested changes) were…
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Death toll from rainfall in Brazil rises to 185
Brasilia: The death toll rose to 185 from record rainfalls and subsequent landslides and floods in the Brazilian city of Petropolis, north of Rio de Janeiro, authorities said. Over 400 rescue workers…
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Jair Bolsonaro’s administration is hurting the lives of LGBTQ+ sex workers in Brazil
By Alberto C B de Souza, PhD Candidate in Anthropology, Carleton University Ottawa: (The Conversation) Brazil has achieved accomplishments related to the rights and visibility of marginalized communities in the last two…
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Global Covid caseload tops 325.7 million
Washington: Amid an ongoing resurgence across the world, the global coronavirus caseload has topped 325.7 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 5.53 million and vaccinations to over 9.60 billion, according…
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Brazil’s Bolsonaro hospitalised with intestinal obstruction
Rio de Janeiro: Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was taken to a Sao Paulo hospital for tests early Monday after experiencing abdominal discomfort, the government said in a statement. The hospital where he…
