The Federal Senate approved on Wednesday the provisional measure establishing a $7.9 billion cap for fishing insurance in 2026. This benefit is intended for artisanal fishermen during the fishing prohibition period. The decision resulted from an agreement between the government and the opposition during the plenary vote. Senate President Davi Alcolumbre directly coordinated with the…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) expressed concerns on Thursday (9th) that the passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical channel for 20% of the world’s oil and gas, remains under Iranian control. The UAE is calling for the passage to be completely free. “The Strait of Hormuz is not open. Access is being restricted,…
BRICS nations are significantly increasing their gold reserves, accumulating 663 tonnes in just the first nine months of 2025, an acquisition valued at approximately $91 billion. This strategic move has propelled the bloc to a significant milestone of 6,000 tonnes, representing 17.4% of global central bank reserves. In comparison, this share stood at merely 11.2%…
Amidst the lush landscapes of the Coffee Valley in the state of Rio de Janeiro lies a true historical treasure: the farms of Vassouras. This enchanting destination, once the heart of Brazil’s coffee cycle, has now reinvented itself as a hub for rural tourism, offering visitors a journey back in time and an immersion into…
India aims to connect the digital currencies of BRICS countries, a proposal that could transform trade and tourism among major emerging economies. The initiative originates from the Reserve Bank of India, advocating for an integrated system among sovereign digital currencies, known as CBDCs. The goal is straightforward: to enable international transactions without involving the dollar,…
In the abyssal depths of the ocean, where darkness and crushing pressure prevail, a new study has unveiled the existence of surprisingly rich biodiversity in Japan’s deepest trenches. Published in the Biodiversity Data Journal, the research provides an in-depth look at life thriving nearly 10 kilometers below the surface, in the Japan, Ryukyu, and Izu-Ogasawara…
The National Education Council (CNE) has unveiled a set of guidelines for the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in Brazil’s educational system, covering everything from basic education to higher education. The 20-page document aims to guide the responsible and ethical use of technology, emphasizing the importance of regulation to ensure AI serves as a supportive…
Brazil is a true paradise for diving enthusiasts, offering underwater scenes that captivate divers of all experience levels. Among the most fascinating destinations are Fernando de Noronha and Abrolhos, each with its unique characteristics that promise unforgettable experiences. Fernando de Noronha: A Submerged Paradise Located about 350 km off the Brazilian coast, Fernando de Noronha…
In an unprecedented achievement, CERN physicists have successfully transported antimatter by truck, paving the way for groundbreaking research that could elucidate the dominance of matter in the universe. This successful transport across the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) campus in Geneva demonstrated that antimatter, one of the most fragile substances known, can be moved…
The president of the National Civil Aviation Agency (Anac), Tiago Chagas, stated this Friday (10) on Rádio Nacional, during the program Alô Alô Brasil with José Luiz Datena, that actions taken by the Federal Government and Petrobras have contributed to curbing the increase in airfare prices. “The measures taken by the Government were important to…