Saresp indicates recovery of learning in the region, but scores still do not reach pre-pandemic levels
Data from the Saresp assessment system show that while there is some recovery in learning outcomes among students in the Vale do ParaÃba, scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, particularly in Language and Mathematics.
Saresp: elementary education records in mathematics, but still hasn't recovered pre-pandemic Portuguese
São Paulo state school students achieved record performance in mathematics in the 2025 Saresp results, but Portuguese proficiency has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels.
Do you think traffic in São Paulo is bad? It will get worse
Traffic congestion in São Paulo has worsened and is expected to continue deteriorating, possibly returning to pre-pandemic levels from 2019.
6 flu patients died last week; incidence remains high
The flu virus continues to circulate at high levels in Latvia, with a notable number of cases and a recent increase in fatalities.
Russians Turn to Antidepressants Like Never Before: War Stronger Than Pandemic
The consumption of antidepressants in Russia has significantly increased, with sales expected to rise by 36% due to ongoing conflicts, surpassing even the pandemic levels.
Taiwanese visits to mainland China topped 3 million in 2025, still below pre-Covid levels
Taiwanese travel to mainland China has recovered to over 3 million visits in 2025, yet remains significantly below pre-pandemic figures due to ongoing political tensions and travel restrictions.
Nearly one-fifth of improvement to hospital waiting list under Labour down to non-clinical activity
Recent improvements in NHS waiting lists in the UK are partially attributed to non-clinical activities, yet the total remains significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels.
77,000 Criminal Cases Exceed Pre-Corona Levels, Increases Notable in 'Concealment' Arrests, Decrease in Robbery
In Japan, the number of criminal offenses increased by 4.9% year-on-year to 774,142 cases last year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, with significant rises in fraud and sexual crimes.
The number of tourists increased slightly last year
In 2025, Estonia saw a slight increase in tourism with about 3.7 million visitors, though still below pre-pandemic levels.
Behind the debate opened by Caputo, clothing sales are being transformed with outlets, Shein stores, import warehouses, and used clothing bales
The ongoing debate about clothing prices in Argentina highlights the significant transformation in clothing sales amidst increased competition and a more than 6% decline in demand, akin to levels seen during the pandemic.
Record number of overnight stays by travelers last year
Last year, Finnish accommodation establishments recorded 23.1 million overnight stays, marking a new record and surpassing pre-pandemic levels for the first time.
Stock Exchange: A Deep 'Breath' for Lamda
The stock of Lamda Development is experiencing a resurgence, returning to the edges of 7.5 euros for the first time since October after a 6.2% increase, although it still lags behind last year's highs and pre-pandemic levels.
Eurozone inflation falls to 1.7% and approaches pandemic levels
Eurozone inflation has decreased to 1.7% in January, nearing levels observed during the pandemic as the European Central Bank prepares for its upcoming meeting amidst a weak dollar and price containment.
Auto, the market starts well in January with a 6.2% increase. Sprint of Stellantis
In January, Italy saw a 6.2% increase in car registrations, totaling 141,980 vehicles, influenced by incentives for electric cars, despite a significant drop compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Employment in tourism reached a peak in 2025 with 2.75 million affiliates
The number of affiliates in the tourism sector in Spain hit a record high in 2025, amounting to 2.75 million, which represents 12.7% of the national total and exceeds pre-pandemic levels.
Russia: "Dive" in oil and gas revenues - Decreased by 24% in 2025
Russia's revenues from oil and gas sales have plummeted by 24% in 2025, reaching levels not seen since 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Madrid's public healthcare achieves record transplants, with over a thousand and a 35 percent increase in heart transplants
In 2025, public healthcare in Madrid reached a record of 1,026 organ transplants, marking a 6 percent increase from 2024 and a 67 percent rise from pre-pandemic levels.
World Cinema in 2026: The Chinese with the Biggest Hit. Which one?
Film market analysts express disappointment as the theater industry struggles to recover from the pandemic and streaming services rise, with worldwide box office sales reaching $33.5 billion in the past year, still over $10 billion short of pre-pandemic levels.