Bolsonaro announces appointment of fourth ex-military cabinet minister
Former military officer Jair Bolsonaro has always been characterised by his nostalgia for the era during…
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Mais Médicos replaces almost all Cuban doctors who have withdrawn from programme
Just over two weeks have passed since Cuba announced its withdrawal from the Mais Médicos programme,…
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Innovation in Lusophone Africa: could Brazil provide the boost it needs?
Although they speak the same language as innovation giants Brazil and Portugal, the entrepreneurs of…
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Incoming Bolsonaro government sparks concern at UN environmental conference
Ultra right-wing Brazilian president-elect Jair Bolsonaro’s appointment proved to be the talking point…
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Sustainable Brazilian school awarded architectural prize for world’s best building
This year, the Royal British Institute of Architect’s (RIBA) international prize for world’s best…
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Black Awareness Day is observed holiday in just 13% of Brazilian municipalities
Today, 20 November, Brazil celebrates ‘Black Awareness Day,’ a national recognition of the achievements…
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TV presenter Silvio Santos accused of sexually harassing Brazilian pop star live on air
87-year-old Brazilian TV presenter and businessman Silvio Santos has caused outrage over remarks he…
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Brazil’s new minister of foreign affairs believes climate change is a “dogma”
As President-elect Jair Bolsonaro’s political cabinet continues to fill out, his choice of ministers…
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Cuba withdraws medics from Brazil after Bolsonaro makes “threatening” comments
Cuba has announced plans to withdraw its doctors from the government health programme Mais Médicos…
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“Revolutionising the world of food for a more practical and enjoyable life:” Brazilian startup iFood raises $500 million
iFood’s founders believe that mealtimes are the perfect occasions to bring families and close friends…
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