Tag Archives: Brazil

26Jan/26

Emotional Escapism: Global Destinations Redefining Romance for 2026

January 26, 2026TravelArgentina, Aspen, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Cape Town, Charleston, Colombia, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Europe Hallstatt, Europe Seville, Florence, Helsinki, Iceland, India, Interpersonal relationships, Intimate relationship, Italy, Jaipur, Japan, Jiufen, Kyoto, Maldives, Mexico, North America Banff, Norway, Oslo, Reykjavik, Rio de Janeiro, Romance, Salzburg, Sedona, Seville, South Africa, South America Mendoza, Spain, Stone Town, Taiwan, Tanzania, United States, Ushuaia, Verona, Viennaadmin

Jan. 26, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — A report from Travel And Tour World (TTW) identifying the top 50 global destinations for Valentine’s Day in 2026 highlights a significant shift in tourism, where couples prioritize shared experiences and “emotional escapism” over traditional material gifts. The list is organized into categories such as classic romance capitals, secluded beach escapes, and nature-driven retreats, with Verona, Italy claiming the top spot. Each featured location includes details on local romantic festivities, travel accessibility, and unique seasonal activities like the plum blossoms in Kyoto or pink salt lakes in Mexico. Ultimately, the report illustrates how the holiday has become a major economic driver for the international travel industry by offering diverse, memory-focused itineraries. Continue reading →

22Jan/26

Empowering Educators and Students: The Next Generation of AI Integration in Google Classroom

January 22, 2026Innovation.google, 1EdTech, Artificial intelligence, Australia, bett, Brazil, Canada, Common Good Learning Tools, Educational software, Educational technology, Gemini, Google Classroom, Italy, Japan, Learning, Learning management systems, Lesson, Mexico, Moodle, NotebookLM, Pedagogy, Teaching, United Kingdomadmin

Jan. 22, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Google has announced a series of technological enhancements to its Gemini and Google Classroom platforms to improve the academic experience for both staff and pupils. Students can now access complimentary SAT practice examinations and use sophisticated AI models to generate visual study aids like infographics. For educators, the updates introduce streamlined administrative tools that assist with drafting lesson plans, tracking student engagement, and providing automated feedback. The Classroom interface has been redesigned into an interactive dashboard that highlights upcoming deadlines and essential learning metrics. Furthermore, new multimedia capabilities allow users to integrate audio and video recordings directly into their digital coursework. These innovations aim to personalise learning while reducing the time teachers spend on repetitive organisational tasks. Continue reading →

09Jan/26

A Divided Pitch: The Rise of “Fortress America” and the Death of the Global Fan

January 9, 2026FootballAdvocacy Team, amnesty international, Atlanta, Border control, Boston, Brazil, Canada, Canadian, Colombia, Dakwar, Dallas, Daniel, Daniel Noroña, FIFA, FIFA World Cup, France, Germany, Guadalajara, Haiti, In Canadian soccer, Iran, Jamil Dakwar, Los Angeles, Mexico, MEXICO CITY, Miami, Monterrey, Norway, Philadelphia, Port-au-Prince, Qatar, Russia, Scotland, Seattle, Senegal, South Africa, Tehran, TORONTO, Travel visa, Tunisia, Turkey, Twitter, United Kingdom, United States, Vancouver, Visa Inc., Visa requirements for Indian citizens, Watch Minky Worden, Zurichadmin

Jan. 9, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The intersection of U.S. immigration policy and the 2026 FIFA World Cup has become a major flashpoint. The feasibility of a boycott and the “ruining” of the game are subjects of intense debate among human rights groups, fans, and governing bodies. Football without fans is like a movie without a soundtrack. You can still follow the plot, and the acting (the skill) is still world-class, but you lose the emotional crescendos that make you jump out of your seat. For a World Cup—an event built on the “unity” of humanity—a lack of fans doesn’t just change the score; it changes the soul of the event. Continue reading →

06Jan/26

2026 Venezuelan oil is being used to counter BRICS momentum

January 6, 2026FinanceBank for International Settlements (BIS), Beijing, Brazil, BRICS, Chevron, China, Chinese Yuan Renminbi, ConocoPhillips, Dedollarisation, eastern energy, Economy of Venezuela, ED YARDENI, Exxon, ExxonMobil, Foreign exchange market, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Maduro, Monetary hegemony, Moscow, Nicolás Maduro, OPEC, Petrocurrency, Petrodollar recycling, Petroleum, Petroleum politics, Phillips 66, Price of oil, Pricing, Putin, Rosneft, Russia, Russian Ruble, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Aramco, Schlumberger, Trump, United States, US Dollar, VALERO, Venezuelaadmin

Jan. 6, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ —The term petrodollar refers to the global system where crude oil is priced and traded exclusively in U.S. dollars. This system has been a cornerstone of American economic and geopolitical power for over 50 years. As of early 2026, the petrodollar system is facing its most significant challenges since its inception, with major shifts in Venezuela and the Middle East reshaping the global energy landscape. Continue reading →

03May/25

Perfect storm of tech bros, foreign interference and disinformation is an urgent threat to press freedom

May 3, 2025MediaBrazil, China, Creative Commons, Deception, Disinformation, Disinformation attack, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Fake news, Hungary, India, Internet manipulation and propaganda, Jair Bolsonaro, Jeff Bezos, Journalism, Lying, Mark Zuckerberg, Media manipulation, Misinformation, Moldova, Propaganda, Propaganda techniques, Robert Fico, RT, Russia, SHUTTERSTOCK, Slovakia, Tom Felle, Twitter, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Viktor, VOICE OF AMERICAadmin

Tom Felle, University of Galway

Media freedom has long been essential to healthy democracy. It is the oxygen that fuels informed debate, exposes corruption and holds power to account. But around the world, that freedom is under sustained attack.

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28Apr/25

Equifax 2024 Global Consumer Credit Trends

April 28, 2025EconomyArgentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Consumer price index, Corruption in the United States, Credit, Credit card, Credit history, Credit score, Credit scoring, Debt, Ecuador, Equifax, India, Inflation, Monetary policy, New Zealand, Personal finance, Spain, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

April 14, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Equifax’s 2024 Global Consumer Credit Trends Report offers a broad analysis of consumer credit conditions across ten countries, leveraging the Equifax Cloud™ for enhanced data insights. The report highlights trends in consumer credit demand, debt, delinquencies, and credit card usage, alongside inflation trends. Continue reading →

05Jan/25

A Year of Climate Breakdown

January 5, 2025EnvironmentAtlantic hurricane season, Bangladesh, Boris, Brazil, Chad, China, christian aid, Colombia, Columbia, Cuba, Disaster, Effects of climate change, Extreme weather, Germany, Helene, Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton, In Cuba, In Florida, Malawi, Mayotte, Mexico, Milton, Namibia, Natural disaster, Niger, Nigeria, Philippines, Spain, Sul, Tropical cyclone, United States, US, Water security, Weather hazards, Yagi, Zambia, Zimbabweadmin

Jan. 4, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Christian Aid’s report, “Counting the Cost 2024,” analyses the economic impact of ten extreme weather events in 2024, revealing billions of dollars in losses and highlighting the disproportionate effect on poorer nations. The report underscores the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and transition to renewable energy, citing expert opinions stressing the escalating consequences of inaction. Continue reading →

30Dec/24

British court to resume Mariana disaster trial on January 13

December 30, 2024LegalBHP, BHP's, Brazil, Mariana dam disaster, Minas Gerais, Samarco, Vale S.A.admin

The British court trial to determine BHP’s responsibility for the 2015 collapse of the Samarco dam in Mariana, Minas Gerais state, will resume on January 13. Samarco is a joint venture between Brazil’s Vale and BHP’s Brazilian subsidiary. Continue reading

14Oct/24

Global Businesses Lose $1.75 Trillion from Untapped Economic Potential of ‘Third Largest Nation’

October 14, 2024EconomyBrazil, Elon Musk, Real-time web, Text messaging, Twitter, United Statesadmin

Today, on World Inclusion Day, global full-cycle verification platform Sumsub reveals that a staggering 627 million individuals globally, larger than the population of the United States and Brazil combined, are excluded from essential digital services, including financial services, education, healthcare, and employment platforms. Continue reading

24Sep/24

Accelerating climate action in tourism is critical for the resilience of the sector and host communities, according UNTourism

September 24, 2024TravelBelém, Brazil, G20, Tourism, UN Tourism, United Nations, Zurab, Zurab Pololikashviliadmin

During the recent G20 Tourism Ministers’ meeting in Belém, Brazil, UN World Tourism Organization Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, called for urgent measures to reshape tourism in a way that benefits both the environment and local communities. With tourism on track to return to pre-pandemic levels by the end of the year, Pololikashvili highlighted the importance of looking beyond recovery and focusing on making tourism a force for positive change. Continue reading