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National & Local

Cláudio Jorge celebrates the awareness and pride of blackness in the batuque that underpins the album 'Kota, the color of skin'

At 76, Brazilian musician Cláudio Jorge releases a new album that reflects on black identity and racial issues in Brazil.

Mar 20 • 13:43 UTC
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National & Local

Digital ECA: Agency discourages facial recognition and limits data use in age verification

The Brazilian Agency for Data Protection is proposing strict guidelines for online age verification, advocating caution with biometric methods and preferences for systems that confirm users are over 18 without revealing their identity.

Mar 20 • 13:28 UTC
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National & Local

Why 'Senna' and 'Caramelo' are not considered Brazilian works by Ancine

The classification of whether audiovisual works are Brazilian has become a contentious issue affecting streaming regulations, particularly regarding governmental funding and catalog quotas for platforms.

Mar 18 • 16:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Miner drug dealer arrested in luxury condominium in Bolivia had fake identity and passport and kept $60,000

Brazilian drug dealer Douglas de Azevedo Carvalho was arrested in Bolivia while in possession of fake documents and a large sum of cash.

Mar 16 • 22:11 UTC
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National & Local

'In Brazil are you black?' they asked me in South Africa; No, I am black

The article discusses a conversation about racial identity between a Brazilian woman and a South African café attendant, highlighting differences in racial classifications between Brazil and South Africa.

Mar 16 • 02:00 UTC
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National & Local

Tropicália sees sadness as the central trait of Brazilian identity

The article argues that contrary to the common association of Tropicália with joy, it actually highlights sadness as a defining characteristic of Brazilian identity.

Mar 15 • 18:00 UTC
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National & Local

How much is the Oscar worth for Brazilian cinema?

The recent Oscar nominations for "The Secret Agent" have sparked a significant wave of public enthusiasm in Brazil, highlighting cultural and political divides around the recognition of Brazilian cinema.

Mar 15 • 01:00 UTC
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National & Local

With the theme 'Our Luck,' Feira D returns to the Mercado de Origem in April in Manaus

Feira D, celebrating Brazilian creativity and design, will take place at the Mercado de Origem in Manaus from April 9 to 12, 2026, focusing on themes of luck and cultural identity.

Mar 13 • 20:41 UTC
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National & Local

Erika Hilton accuses Ratinho of transphobia and asks for R$ 10 million: 'I will always be a woman' and he, 'rat'

Federal Deputy Erika Hilton is suing Brazilian TV host Ratinho for transphobia, demanding R$ 10 million in damages after he questioned her gender identity.

Mar 12 • 17:14 UTC
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National & Local

Italian Citizenship: Court Analyzes Constitutionality of Law Impacting Brazilian Descendants

Italy's Constitutional Court is examining the constitutionality of a new citizenship law affecting Brazilian descendants of Italian citizens.

Mar 11 • 15:11 UTC
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National & Local

Justice condemns man to pay R$ 10,000 to trans woman treated with masculine terms

A Brazilian court has ordered a man to pay R$ 10,000 in moral damages to a transgender woman who was referred to using masculine terms, highlighting issues of discrimination and gender identity.

Mar 10 • 19:14 UTC
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National & Local

António Lobo Antunes promoted an essential introspective turn in literature

Portuguese writer António Lobo Antunes has left a significant legacy in literature, reshaping both Portuguese and Brazilian storytelling.

Mar 5 • 14:43 UTC
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National & Local

Between samba, carimbó, and lyrical singing, Mila Costa presents the show 'Ouro Verde' in Belém

Mila Costa's performance of her new EP 'Ouro Verde' in Belém showcases her unique blend of musical styles and themes.

Mar 4 • 20:30 UTC
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National & Local

Brazilian Identity Was Born from the Mixture of Four Continents

The concept of Brazilian identity emerges from the unique blend of diverse cultural influences from Africa, indigenous peoples, Japan, and Europe.

Mar 2 • 19:56 UTC
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National & Local

Arthur Friedenreich Lifted the Morale of Brazilian Football

Arthur Friedenreich was a pioneering figure in Brazilian football before the likes of Pelé and Garrincha, known for his skills and overcoming social prejudice during the amateur era of the sport.

Mar 2 • 18:13 UTC
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National & Local

Lula says that Lucas Pinheiro, Olympic medalist, is more Brazilian than many people

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva praised Olympic skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, who was born in Norway but competes for Brazil, stating he is more Brazilian than many residents of the country.

Feb 27 • 16:23 UTC
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National & Local

How Menotti del Picchia was the only modernist poet to approach cinema

Menotti del Picchia is recognized as the only Brazilian modernist poet significantly involved in cinema, with a tribute at the Cinemateca Brasileira highlighting his film 'Alvorada de Glória.'

Feb 26 • 13:00 UTC
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National & Local

The Brazil that emerges from the margins

The article explores the vibrant and politically charged realities of Brazilian peripheral communities, highlighting their cultural contributions and struggles against systemic challenges.

Feb 25 • 15:00 UTC
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National & Local

Bad Bunny and a Nearly Brazilian Desire to Look Within

The article discusses Bad Bunny's rising popularity in Brazil and the cultural implications of his music, particularly among lower and middle-class Latinos.

Feb 22 • 01:00 UTC
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National & Local

Mainha House is the only Brazilian project among the best in the world in 2026

Mainha House in Pernambuco has been recognized as the only Brazilian project among the top five residential projects globally for 2026 by ArchDaily.

Feb 19 • 22:41 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Paraibano arrested by mistake will enter court for compensation; Video shows his release from prison

A Brazilian man wrongfully imprisoned for three days due to mistaken identity is seeking compensation from the state for moral damages.

Feb 18 • 18:37 UTC
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National & Local

Samba Schools of Corumbá Showcase Diversity, Legends, and Ancestry in Two Days of Parades

The samba schools of Corumbá paraded over two nights, highlighting themes of ancestry, Afro-Brazilian culture, indigenous peoples, and local identity.

Feb 17 • 18:23 UTC
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National & Local

Why Ronald Araújo supports Inter? Barcelona player was born in 'twin' city of a gaucho town where Portunhol is almost official

Ronald Araújo, a Barcelona player, expresses his support for the Brazilian football team Internacional due to his upbringing in a city closely connected with Brazilian culture.

Feb 17 • 12:39 UTC
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National & Local

The case of the Abin youtuber ignites debate about intelligence in Brazil

A Brazilian YouTuber linked to the national intelligence agency's public exposure raises concerns about identity protection and intelligence operations.

Feb 16 • 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

Bad Bunny Reinforces the Cultural Hegemony of the USA, Not Its Decadence

An article discusses how Bad Bunny's performance during the Super Bowl highlights cultural dominance rather than decline, reflecting Brazilian sentiments about decolonialism and identity.

Feb 15 • 16:00 UTC
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National & Local

Lucas Pinheiro's medal in skiing is as Brazilian as any other

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen's historic Olympic medal in alpine skiing has sparked debates about national identity in Brazil.

Feb 14 • 22:23 UTC
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National & Local

Who remembers the Quilombo Samba School?

The article reflects on the Quilombo Samba School, founded by Brazilian composer Candeia in 1975, as a critique of the commercialization of the carnival.

Feb 13 • 19:30 UTC
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National & Local

Did the evangelical collective create a stir by mixing Christianity and Brazilian identity?

The evangelical group Coletivo Candiero has sparked discussions among evangelicals in Brazil with their song 'Auê', which explores the tension between the sacred and the profane within religious traditions.

Feb 13 • 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

Highlight of Brazilian children's theater, the award-winning play Emaranhada makes its unprecedented season in Belém

The award-winning children's play 'Emaranhada' by Amarilis Irani will perform six special shows in Belém, Brazil, from March 3-8, celebrating themes of identity and empowerment through the story of a Black heroine.

Feb 9 • 21:45 UTC
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Sports

Luxury brand discards established teams to sponsor Brazil at the Winter Olympics; learn why

The luxury brand Moncler is opting to sponsor Brazilian athletes instead of traditional winter sports teams as it seeks to reposition its identity in high-performance environments for the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan.

Feb 8 • 06:00 UTC
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Sports

Lucas Braathen bets on his multiplicity to win at the Winter Games

Norwegian-Brazilian skier Lucas Braathen embraces his multicultural identity as a source of strength in the Winter Olympics.

Feb 7 • 13:45 UTC
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Life & Tech

Brazilian fashion does not live only on commodities and has a creative identity

Amid the celebration of the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, Brazilian textile sector executives have controversially claimed that there is no design in Brazil, revealing a disconnect from the historical foundations of European fashion.

Feb 3 • 13:00 UTC

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