Weekly Unemployment Claims in the U.S. Rise More Than Expected, But Labor Market Remains Resilient
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits last week showed a significant increase, surpassing economists’ projections and raising new questions about the dynamics of the U.S. labor market. According to data released by the Department of Labor on Thursday (22), initial claims rose by 22,000 in the week ending February 22, totaling 242,000 seasonally […]
Blue Origin announces space flight with Katy Perry and Lauren Sánchez in a 100% female team
Unprecedented mission will take a group of pioneering women to space, including pop singer Katy Perry and Jeff Bezos’ girlfriend, journalist Lauren Sánchez. Blue Origin, the space exploration company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, has announced a significant milestone for the space tourism industry: the first crewed mission exclusively made up of women. On board […]
“Doomsday Vault” in the Arctic Receives Over 14,000 New Seeds to Strengthen Global Food Security
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, an imposing and vital structure located on a remote island in the Norwegian Arctic, received on Tuesday (25) a significant contribution of more than 14,000 new seed samples from different parts of the world. This vault, often referred to as the “doomsday vault,” is tasked with protecting and storing seeds […]
White House Restricts Press Access to Trump Meeting and Imposes New Coverage Rules
The administration of former President Donald Trump implemented significant changes to the press’s access to the White House, drastically altering the model of presidential coverage that had been in place for decades. The first major application of this new policy occurred on Wednesday (26), when journalists from major news agencies, such as Reuters, Associated Press […]
Understand the Difference Between Green Card and Gold Card, Proposed by Donald Trump
On Tuesday (25), the then-President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced the creation of a new immigration program aimed at high-income foreigners. Called the “gold card,” the new system would allow wealthy individuals to acquire the right to reside and work in the U.S., as well as provide an expedited path to citizenship, in […]
Romania Opens Criminal Investigation Against Far-Right Presidential Candidate
Calin Georgescu faces accusations of hate speech, promoting antisemitism, and links to extremist organizations. Romanian judicial authorities announced on Wednesday (26) the opening of a criminal investigation against Calin Georgescu, a far-right candidate and former favorite in the canceled 2024 presidential election. Georgescu is suspected of various crimes, including promoting antisemitism, hate speech, and forming […]
50 Best Discovery Adds 500 New Establishments to the Platform
50 Best Discovery, the digital guide that serves as an extension of the prestigious annual 50 Best rankings, has just undergone a major update. Last Wednesday (26), it was announced that 500 new establishments have been added to the platform, covering restaurants, bars, and hotels from various parts of the world, including Brazil. With this […]
Portugal celebrates the achievement of 8 new Michelin-starred restaurants in the 2025 Guide
Last Tuesday night (25) was historic for Portugal’s gastronomy, with the revelation of the new restaurants that earned the coveted Michelin star, the highest symbol of world-class fine dining. During the ceremony held in Porto, the Michelin Guide Portugal 2025 announced the inclusion of eight new establishments in the prestigious selection, further establishing the country […]
Limoncello Spritz will be the Drink of the Year in 2025: the Italian refreshment that will conquer the palate
In 2025, one drink is set to be the star of bars and restaurants: the Limoncello Spritz. Light, refreshing, and with a burst of citrus flavor, this innovative mix is expected to quickly become the drink of choice for Brazilians, just as it has in several European countries. With its irresistible combination of simple yet […]
Natural History Museum in London Offers Tour on Women in Science
Guided tour highlights the careers and contributions of female researchers in various fields of knowledge. Launched in 2024, the “Women in Science” program at the Natural History Museum in London offers thematic itineraries that showcase the work and careers of female scientists. The guided tours are free and take place once or twice a week, […]