Iolanda Fonseca
Iolanda Fonseca is a polyglot linguist of Portuguese nationality with a degree in Economics and a post-graduate degree in Languages and Literature.
X App Soars in Downloads After Putin Interview News
On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, the X app, previously Twitter, reached the top of the App Store download list.
This jump in popularity followed the...
Global Agriculture Braces for La Niña
After a notable El Niño phase, a shift to La Niña is expected by late 2024.
This change is likely to increase rainfall in regions...
Brazil Boosts Shipbuilding for Petrobras Growth and Rio Economy
Brazil's President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, recently pledged to boost the nation's naval industry.
He aims to support Petrobras, the top oil firm. Lula...
Brazil sends 3,000 Troops to Guard Yanomami Territory Against Illegal Mining
The Brazilian Army's move to deploy 3,000 troops to the Yanomami Indigenous Territory marks a significant effort to safeguard this critical region.
General Tomás Paiva...
Brazil Gears Up for Record-Breaking 2024 Carnival
Brazil is gearing up for a landmark carnival in 2024, a festivity that is not only a cultural milestone but also an economic catalyst.
Major...
Brazil’s Impact on Florida Tourism in 2023
In 2023, Florida saw a significant uptick in visitors from abroad, totaling 8.3 million, just shy of the pre-pandemic figure of 9.8 million from...
Brazil’s Biomethane Surge and Why it Matters
Renata Isfer, Abiogás leader, predicts a 600% increase in Brazil's biomethane output by 2029, targeting 7 million cubic meters daily.
From 20 plants today, Brazil...
São Paulo’s Street Carnival Struggles with Sponsorship Issues
São Paulo's street carnival is facing significant challenges this year, with over 129 carnival blocks withdrawing due to financial constraints.
These groups, often from the...
Shifting Dynamics in Brazil’s Currency Market
Recently, Brazil's currency market witnessed significant fluctuations, influenced by the Ptax rate battle and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision.
The session ended with the...
Mexico’s Economic Outlook for 2023 and Beyond
Mexico's economy experienced 3.1% growth in 2023, driven largely by its industrial activities and the services sector, as reported by the National Institute of...
Neuralink’s Breakthrough in Brain Technology
Neuralink, co-founded by Elon Musk, achieved a pivotal milestone by successfully implanting the Telepathy device in a human brain.
This event, which took place on...
2024 Global and Latin American Focus: Inflation and Security
In 2024, critical issues will confront the world, especially Latin America. Ipsos, a market research firm, conducted the "What Worries the World" survey.
This study...
Latin America’s Strongest Passports
Chile, Argentina, and Brazil stand out in Latin America for having the strongest passports, as per Henley & Partners' annual global passport ranking.
This ranking,...
Rising Temperatures Challenge South American Nations
South America is currently facing a severe heatwave, impacting countries from Argentina to Colombia.
This has triggered widespread wildfires, putting authorities on high alert. El...